Help the City understand which infrastructure projects matter most to our community. Projects under consideration include sidewalk improvements, community center renovations, and improvements to fire stations and other facilities.Your input will help create a list of priority projects included in a potential bond measure that could be on the ballot in 2026.Get involvedHelp set the priorities for…
The Berkeley City Council appoints a wide variety of boards and commissions to advise them on key policy issues. The City has many commissions that discuss issues ranging from Civic Arts to Disaster and Fire Safety. View membership and vacancies on the …
Civic Arts provides grant funding to support a vibrant arts ecosystem, strengthen diverse cultural expressions, and ensure equitable access to arts and culture throughout Berkeley.Grants for Berkeley Artists, Festivals, and Organizations Apply for a grant to support your work as an individual artist, festival organizer, or nonprofit organization. Grants are awarded through a competitive…
Children who are 18 years old or younger are invited to eat free in Berkeley. The City of Berkeley, in collaboration with the State of California Department of Education, will offer free summer lunches and snacks to all Berkeley children at locations across the city.FREE LUNCH OFFERED JUNE 8–July 31, 2026No program June 19 and July 3. Note: …
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…
When school is out for Spring Break, Winter Break, or Staff Development Day, Berkeley recreation leaders offer fun, active programs for kids ages 5 to 14. These day- or week-long camps feature sports, arts, outdoor adventures, and more. Most camps offer AM and PM care for an additional fee. All camps require registration (no drop-ins).To stay updated on upcoming school break camps and other…
The annual tax bill from Alameda County includes taxes, fixed charges, and/or special assessments. City taxes will appear on the right side of your tax bill. The City has nine voter-approved taxes that help fund City services for street lighting, landscaping, libraries, paramedics, fire protection, emergency services, and safe streets.There may be differences between County and City data…
The City of Berkeley charges a transfer tax any time real estate changes ownership. Berkeley’s transfer tax rate is 1.5% for properties up to $1.7M and 2.5% for properties over $1.7M. For example, a property that sells for $1.7M will owe $25,500 in transfer tax to the City of Berkeley. A property that sells for $2M will owe $50,000.In November 2024, City voters approved Measure W, which read:"…
Business license tax refundsIf you believe you have overpaid your business license tax, you must apply for a refund within a year of making payment. To file a refund claim:
- Complete a business license renewal form and recalculate the tax due
- Write “amended” at the top of the…
If you have been issued an Administrative Citation, you can file an appeal by completing a request for hearing form. The City of Berkeley may issue you an Administrative Citation if you are out of compliance with an ordinance in the Berkeley Municipal Code. The City enforces the Municipal Code to protect the health and safety of the…