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A City of Berkeley recycling truck rolls through the street

To keep our streets safe, use City services to properly dispose of unwanted items. Dumping is illegal and can result in fines up to $500/day.

Bay Wheels bikes at a docking station

Attend May 14 meeting or complete survey by May 21 to finalize new bike share stations – which will make it even easier to bike through town. 

Business district street with green trees, businesses, and vehicles.

Get certified as a green business or support one—take meaningful action for Earth Month while helping the planet and local economy.

Pedestrians walking on a sidewalk lined by trees and parked cars

Help update zoning on the North Shattuck, College Avenue, and Solano Avenue corridors at the May 1 virtual workshop, which will be the first of several.

Woman wearing a stethoscope talking to a patient

Make a positive impact as a physician’s assistant or nurse practitioner, Manager of Aging Services, Recreation Activity Leader – or in other open roles.

Bicycles lined up by a wall in a City of Berkeley playground

At the mobility fair, you’ll be able to test ride electric bikes while enjoying live music, tacos, crafts, and games for all ages

A parked car at least 20 feet -- or approximately one car length -- away from an unmarked crosswalk

With statewide “daylighting” law in effect as of Jan. 1, parked vehicles even in unpainted areas risk a $64 fine. 

Give input on maps that define highest wildfire risk areas

Use online forum by April 1 to provide factors to consider in adopting or enlarging fire hazard zones. Use City services to reduce property’s vegetation.