Official web site of the City of Berkeley, California

Berkeley is a city with a small population and a big reputation. In California alone, there are more than 30 cities bigger than Berkeley. In Alameda County, Berkeley is ranked fourth in population behind Oakland, Fremont, and Hayward. And yet, we are famous around the globe as a center for academic achievement, scientific exploration, free speech and the arts.

Berkeley is a constantly changing mix of long-time residents and new neighbors, and whether you just arrived from Albany or Azerbaijan, you are welcome here.

Please visit About Berkeley to learn more about the City.

City Council District Lookup Tool on City Website - The City Clerk Department is pleased to announce the addition of a City Council District Lookup tool to the City of Berkeley’s website. This exciting new feature allows residents and interested individuals to look up their Council district by inputting a City of Berkeley street address. The Lookup tool returns the Council district number for the submitted address and provides a link directly to that district's Councilmember’s home page. [more...]

2020 in Action - All Berkeley families and students are invited to attend the first “2020 IN ACTION” community forum on Thursday, October 11. The meeting will be an opportunity for the entire community to hear about the progress being made in eliminating the achievement gap in Berkeley schools. [more...]

“It’s Time for Recess!!!” Free Community And Health Fair - All Berkeley residents are welcome to come and learn about how to make every day more active and healthy. Come down to the Young Adult Project for a little hopscotch, soccer, or face painting, and leave a little healthier and a little more informed. [more...]

Election News - For information on City candidates and ballot measures, please visit the Election Information page.  Profiles and statements from each candidate are available on the Candidate Information page.  All ballot measure information, including arguments, analyses, and full text is posted to the Ballot Measure Information page.  All documents are also available for viewing in the City Clerk Department at 2180 Milvia Street. [more...]