In an emergency, officials may use different tools to share information and instructions. Get familiar with these tools now, and sign up if needed, to be ready to get alerts in an emergency. To ensure that you have access to information from multiple sources in an emergency, review the available systems below.BERKELEY'S EMERGENCY ALERTING SYSTEMSDuring an emergency, check these sources for…
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Public Health is permitted by federal privacy laws to make uses and disclosures of your health information for purposes of treatment, payment, and health care operations. Protected health information is the information we create and obtain in providing our services to you. Such information may include documenting your symptoms, examination and test results, diagnoses, treatment, and…
Maternal and child healthThe Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program provides free nutrition education, food vouchers, breastfeeding support, and referrals for low-income, pregnant women, women who recently lost their pregnancy, and low-income children…
Women, Infants, and ChildrenThe Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program provides free nutrition education, food vouchers, breastfeeding support, and referrals. Low-income women who are or were recently pregnant, and low-income children under the age of five may…
Physicians and health care providers are legally required by Title 17 of the California Code of Regulations to report suspected, lab-confirmed, and clinical diagnosis of specific diseases and conditions within the specific time frames to the client’s local health jurisdiction. …
Collectively, our work in 2025 reflects Berkeley’s commitment to serving all residents.Through careful fiscal management and collaborative planning, the City continues to turn opportunity into lasting value for residents. By leveraging local bond funding with state and federal resources, Berkeley has upgraded core infrastructure, improved civic access, and laid the groundwork for future…
Employees and officials in designated roles are required to file public reports of their personal financial interests, such as investments, businesses, rental properties, and more. Local agencies are also required to file public reports of gifts received. You can view or request copies of these forms. Personal financial interest reportsMany of Berkeley's officials and employees are required…
All businesses located in or doing work in Berkeley are required to have a business license and pay business license taxes. This includes but not limited to:
- Owners of commercial rental property
- Owners of residential property with three or more dwelling units
- Owners of five or more residential rental units
- Contractors applying for building permits
- Home-based…
To understand the health of our community, the Health, Housing, and Community Services Department conducts a Community Health Assessment and develops a Community Health Improvement Plan every three years. Together, the Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan offer a community-shaped vision and action steps to improve health and equity in Berkeley. Health includes a…