Berkeley senior centers offer a variety of enrichment activities and support services designed to empower seniors in our community to learn, grow, and discover new ways to be actively engaged in living. At this time, all participants must provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19. Learn about activities and services available in our monthly newsletter:…
general election november 3, 2026The next City of Berkeley General Municipal Election will be held on November 3, 2026. Read our Election Calendar for a detailed timeline of the November 2026 (General) election processes. Additional information…
about measure t1 Measure T1 provides $100 million of funding from bond revenue to pay for improvements to City infrastructure and facilities. Berkeley voters passed Measure T1 in November 2016 with 86.5% approval. The original ballot question read: Shall the City of Berkeley issue general obligation bonds not exceeding $100,000,000 to repair, renovate, replace, or reconstruct the City’s…
Anyone can reduce their home’s fire wildfire risk by installing upgrades such as a Class A-rated roof, multi-pane windows, or fire-resistant vents and gutter covers. Buyers and sellers of residential or multi-use buildings with at least two residential units in “high” or “very high” fire hazard severity zones can get transfer tax…
The City of Berkeley is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually update berkeleyca.gov to improve usability and accessibility for all.Access issuesIf you are unable to access information on berkeleyca.gov, please contact us:
- Email: ada@berkeleyca.gov
- Phone: (510) 981-6418
- TTY/TDD: (510)…
Owners of large buildings (25,000 ft2 or larger) must benchmark their energy use each year and perform a comprehensive energy assessment every five years. Some buildings may be eligible for an exemption or deferral from the assessment requirement.…
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Owners and managers of below market rate (BMR) properties can find policies, procedures, and forms for managing their BMR properties below. Owners are responsible for following the City of Berkeley’s procedures for marketing their units, determining eligibility, and certifying tenants. Submit marketing plan to the City for approvalThe first time you rent out your below market rate units (i.e…
View or request records through NextRequest or Records OnlineYou may obtain a copy of a police crime/incident report or other police records through the Department's Records Unit.In order to make a request for a police report/incident, you will need to include the following to assist us in locating the record(s):
- Case Number of the incident (if you know it)
- Date or date range, Time…
Current residents in Berkeley can request that the City install a new street light. Follow the steps below to request a new street light:
- Fill out an Application for a New Street Light
- Sketch a map showing the proposed location of the new…