City Council AgendasAttend an upcoming City Council meeting or find annotated agendas and recordings from past meetings.Review the meeting schedule to find dates for upcoming Council meetings. Subscribe to our…
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…
Find information to help you vote in local elections, become a candidate for elected office, circulate a petition, and run your campaign following local election laws.The City of Berkeley holds general municipal elections every two years. Special elections may be held as permitted by the Berkeley City Charter. Read our Election Calendar for a detailed timeline of the…
The elected City Auditor independently assesses City funded programs, services, and operations.The City Auditor's office evaluates the City's compliance with local laws and regulations, whether objectives are achieved, and whether services are provided efficiently, effectively, and equitably. The City of Berkeley Auditor’s office is divided into two divisions, performance audit and…
Find resources to prepare your household and community for emergencies and disasters.Taking a few hours now to prepare for disasters can protect yourself and your loved ones in an emergency. Make plans with your household, family, friends, and neighbors. Strong social connections are the foundation of disaster preparedness.Three steps to get started:
Access mental health services provided by the City of Berkeley. Berkeley Mental Health provides mental health services to eligible adults, children, youth, and their families. Services focus on low-income residents and unhoused people with severe mental illnesses. Staff provide counseling and case management services with the goal of helping people to better manage their mental health symptoms…
Enjoy Berkeley's parks, facilities, camps, and recreation programs.Register for recreation programs and camps,…
Locate fire stations. Learn how to prevent fires, perform vegetation management, plan for evacuation, or request records.Discover where your neighborhood fire station is located. Request a fire safety or community presentation. Request a fire inspection or learn about fire prevention, vegetation management, and wildfire evacuation procedures. Access documents related to emergency medical…