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…

Berkeley’s seven bicycle boulevards are streets that have been identified as optimal routes for cyclists. These streets discourage cut-through vehicle traffic and prioritize through-traffic by bicycle. Use the map below to plan your bicycle boulevard route: As you are biking, keep an eye out for bicycle boulevard signs and pavement markings…

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…

Large trucks must drive on designated streets Heavy-duty commercial vehicles weighing seven tons or more must drive on designated truck routes to get as close to their final destinations as possible. View the designated truck route map to plan your route.…

The City of Berkeley facilitates the peaceful expression of First Amendment Rights, including safe and legal protests, marches, demonstrations, rallies, or labor actions. The Police Department has an obligation to ensure public safety during such events, and has guidelines for event organizers, participants, and members of the media to ensure their safety. Protest organizers should obtain a…

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.…

If you live on a residential street in Berkeley and are experiencing negative impacts from speeding or an excessive amount of cut-through traffic, you can request that the City conduct a traffic calming study to evaluate the installation of traffic calming measures. There are a variety of options for traffic calming, such as speed tables, speed feedback signs, or traffic circles. (Please note:…

If you are being disturbed by your neighbor’s smoke and they aren’t using a wood burning device accepted by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards for smoke emissions, you have options to resolve your concerns.  You must begin with written communication and mediation to find resolution, before trying arbitration or going to court to resolve your dispute. Requirements…

Sewage discharges are a violation of Federal, State, and local laws. The Environmental Health Division responds to sewage releases, and works closely with the Public Works Department to coordinate abatement efforts. Depending on the extent of the release, we also communicate with various other agencies and officials, and may collect water samples from affected creeks and waterways, if warranted.…