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…

Pre-paid bagsResidential (1-4 unit) property owners with curbside collection may purchase pre-paid bags for extra trash or plant debris that will not fit into your cart. Place the pre-paid bags beside your cart on your normal pick-up day.If you need a pre-paid bag pick up outside of your regular pick-up day, call (510) 981-7270 to schedule. Pre-paid bags set out for collection on a day other than…

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…

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…

You can park your bike safely at many convenient locations throughout the city. View our bicycle parking map to find existing bicycle rack locations. In addition to on-street bike parking, BART offers indoor bike stations at the Downtown Berkeley and…

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…