Access information on zoning projects and learn how to get involved in their development. Look up zoning projects in Berkeley and find detailed information on their current status. Consult the GIS Portal to discover zoning designations and history. Read about general and adopted plans that guide the City's development efforts. If you’re concerned about certain projects, get involved in several…
Connect with resources to help you understand the business landscape of Berkeley. Reach out to a commercial district association to connect with other business-owners in your area. Gain an understanding of Berkeley's economy by reading economic dashboards. Get help with your business , including advice, help navigating City requirements, financing, and Green Business Certification.
Berkeley offers a number of services for community members who are 60 and over, as well as people who have disabilities. Seniors can access a variety of services through Berkeley Senior Centers, including meals, activities, transportation, and more. People with disabilities can apply for support with transportation needs, and home rehab loans.
Find volunteer opportunities with the City of Berkeley. Volunteers help care for animals at the Berkeley Animal Shelter, deliver nature education programs to youth at the Marina, and care for their neighborhoods by adopting a storm drain or traffic circle. For one-time volunteer events, please check our event calendar .
Adopt a pet from the Berkeley Animal Shelter, report a lost or found pet, get a pet license, and find low-cost spay/neuter vouchers. Berkeley Animal Care Services provides shelter for stray pets, enforces city ordinances related to animals, removes killed or injured wildlife, and investigates animal-related neglect, cruelty, nuisance and bite cases.
Apply for arts grants, or find public art sponsored by the City of Berkeley. The Civic Arts Program supports a culturally vibrant and diverse arts ecosystem within the City of Berkeley by: Funding grants to artists, arts organizations, and festivals. Providing opportunities for artists to create and display work in the public realm. Ensuring equitable access to high quality arts and culture for…
Find guidance and resources to help you run your business safely, legally, and successfully. Apply for or renew your business license, and pay special business taxes, if relevant to you. Get assistance with your business, including advice, help navigating City regulations, funding, and more. Follow workforce standards—including minimum wage, paid sick leave, and commuter benefits—as well as…
Vendors provide the City of Berkeley with supplies, equipment, software, construction, consulting services, and other key products and services that help the City run. Companies, non-profits, and individual consultants can submit a proposal to work with the City of Berkeley on an open bid or contracting opportunity. Vendors help enable the City to provide a full range of municipal services and…
Contact a City of Berkeley Department, visit a City office or facility, or contact a specific City service or program. Berkeley residents are the highest level in the City’s organization chart. Residents elect: Mayor and City Council City Auditor Rent Stabilization Board School Board The Mayor and City Council appoint: Berkeley Housing Authority Board of Library Trustees Boards & Commissions…
A citywide Mayor and eight City Councilmembers from geographic districts comprise the Berkeley City Council, which makes decisions on local laws and policies using input from the community. Please refer to the meeting schedule to find dates for upcoming Council meetings. Berkeleyans citywide elect the Mayor. Residents in eight separate districts elect a representative to serve on the Berkeley…