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It is the City of Emeryville’s responsibility to provide public services and operate facilities that are vital to community safety and the quality of life of all our residents. 

Despite the challenges created by the COVID-19 p...

Most City Offices Will be Closed on May 30 in Observance of Memorial Day

Most City offices will be closed for business on Monday, May 30, 2022, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.  

Please note that Public Works Maintenance Services will remain on-call throughout the weekend.

Emeryville Police Department, Alameda...

First Draft of 2023-2031 Housing Element is Available

The First Draft of the 2023-2031 Housing Element is posted at: www.emeryville.org/1403/2023-2031-Housing-Element.

To provide comments, use the feedback form or email housingelement@emeryville.org. All comments on the First Draft must be made by Ju...

Community Services Department is Hiring!

The Community Services Department is hiring Recreation Leaders for summer camps, after school, facility attendants and lifeguards. Check out our Current Job Opening webpage at: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/emeryville.

Must be at least 16 years of age. Th...

Gig is Emeryville’s Newest Shared Mobility Option

Gig is Emeryville’s newest shared mobility option. In addition to bike share through BayWheels, and scooter share through Link, Lime, and Spin, one-way car share can help you get around quickly, easily, and cheaply.  

Discounts for incom...

Need To Borrow Tools? Emeryville Residents Can Access Oakland's Tool Lending Library

Free Tool Lending Library

Remodeling or doing some spring home improvements? 

The Oakland's Tool Lending Library currently offers over 5,000 tools available for loan, as well as workshops, books, and how-to videos and DVDs. The tools can be used fo...

Emergency Rental Assistance Program is Now Closed for New Applicants

After 17 months of accepting applications for the Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP), Alameda County Housing Secure closed its online portal to new applications on May 13, 2022, at 11:59 PM, and the application for COVID-19 rental assista...

Free Mobile Food Pantry in Berkeley on 1st & 3rd Saturdays

First Presbyterian  Church of Berkeley and City Team in the Neighborhood have partnered to offer Emeryville community members and seniors a free Mobile Food Pantry.

Mobile Food Pantry Drive-Through Pickup1st & 3rd Saturdays10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

F...

San Pablo Avenue Midblock Crossing Closed for Maintenance

The flashing beacon equipment at the San Pablo Avenue Midblock Crossing between 40^th and Adeline Streets was damaged in an overnight collision and is no longer functional. The damaged railing and equipment have been removed and the crosswalk is closed unt...

Emeryville Business License Tax Due for 2022

The 2022 Annual Business License Tax packets were mailed out in November to all the businesses in the City. Business License Taxes were due January 1, 2022 and become delinquent after March 1, 2022.

Any individual, partnership, corporation, or sole proprie...

Emeryville Residents: Get Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests

Every home in Emeryville. is eligible to order 4 free at-?home COVID-?19 tests.

For more information and to order, visit www.covidtests.gov.

Learn More About Testing for COVID-19

For more information about COVID-19 testing and where to find community testing sites, please visit www.covid-19.acgov.org/testing.

Alameda County's Local Face Covering Order and Amendment to Remain in Effect

Per the State’s Face Covering Q & A, Alameda County’s local face covering order and amendment remain in effect. Residents will not experience any differences in policy. 

Everyone aged two and older, regardless of vaccination status, is require...

The Emeryville Electronic City News and Activity Guide Winter-Spring 2022 Edition is Here!

CHECK IT OUT!

The Emeryville Electronic City News and Activity Guide Winter-Spring 2022 Edition is now available online.

Emeryville's San Pablo Avenue Midblock Crossing Project is Now Complete!

Just in time for the holidays, the San Pablo Avenue Midblock Crossing Project is complete!

The project includes a Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacon system, curb ramps, and a median refuge that provide a highly desired pedestrian path from the east side of ...

Children Ages 5-11 Now Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccines

The Alameda County Public Health Officer has issued a press release regarding children ages 5-11 years old being eligible for COVID-19 vaccines.

Both the FDA and CDC agree that that the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine can be safely administered to children.

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Alameda County Public Health Office to Ease Masking Requirements for Fully Vaccinated People

Starting November 1st, Alameda County will begin easing masking requirements in certain indoor settings where everyone is fully vaccinated.

Eligible settings are in controlled spaces not open to the general public, including offices, gyms and fitness cente...

County Recommends COVID-19 Boosters for Older Adults and Certain Groups in Emeryville

Alameda County Public Health Department is now recommending COVID-19 vaccine booster shots for older adults and certain groups who received Moderna, and all adults who received Johnson & Johnson at least 2 months ago. 

For more information and...

Free Disposal Options for Used Oil and Hazardous Waste for Emeryville Residents

Doing your own oil change is a great way to protect your engine. Through Waste Management used motor oil and oil filters are collected for free curbside at most single-family homes and some apartments – call 510-613-8710 to confirm service for your addres...

Emeryville Renters May Qualify for Rental Assistance Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

If you’re an Emeryville renter who has fallen behind on rent or utilities payments due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you may qualify for assistance. The Emergency Rental Assistance Program will help income-eligible households pay up to 15 months of rent and u...

Emeryville Home Owners May Qualify for Minor Home Repair Grants

Alameda County Healthy Homes Department is offering eligible Emeryville homeowners grants for minor home repairs.

Minor Home Repair Program

including Mobile Homes can be used for minor plumbing, carpentry, electrical repairs, railings, grab bars, toilets, d...

Emeryville Residents Can Participate in Vehicle Incentive Programs

The Bay Area Air Quality Management District is offering Emeryville residents two different incentive programs that work to "early retire" older light-duty vehicles. The Vehicle Buy-Back Program is open to all Bay Area vehicle owners while "...

Emeryville Residents Can Sign-Up to Learn About Solar Power and Battery Home Storage

Bay Area SunShares is open for registration!

Emeryville residents and employees can sign up for information and pricing on solar power and battery storage for their homes.  

The SunShares program identifies qualified contractors, provides discounts...

Emeryville Residents and Small Businesses May Qualify for Energy Payment Plans

PG&E Automatically Enrolling Qualified Customers Who Are 60 Days Behind on Energy Bills in Payment Plans

As part of ongoing efforts to provide help and assistance for customers to manage their bills, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) will aut...

AC Transit Offering Fare-Free Fridays to Emeryville Commuters

Fare-Free Fridays in September

AC Transit is excited to welcome more riders on board as schools and workplaces are returning to in-person operations. To welcome riders back, and to thank those who have been riding all along, they are providing free rides e...

Emeryville Parking Permits are Now Virtual

Attention residents and businesses that live and work in buildings fronting 61st Street (South side between Hollis and Doyle Streets) and 62nd Street (North side between Overland Avenue and Doyle Street)

Emeryville is pleased to announce we are now a virtu...

Pandemic Public Benefits Available to Emeryville Residents

COVID-19 continues to challenge the economic health of our community, but help is available. Pandemic benefits and economic supports range from stimulus checks and tax credits to enhanced public benefits like unemployment and CalFresh. Additional supports...

Scooter Share is Live in Emeryville!

Scooter share is live in Emeryville!  

Electric scooters are a fun way and sustainable to get around town or to BART without a car. Right now, two app-based services are live with Link and Spin.  Both offer helmet discounts, low-income me...

Emeryville Police Department Encourages the Public to Stay Safe During Final Stretch of Summer

The Emeryville Police Department  Encourages the Public to Stay Safe During Final Stretch of Summer Travel Season

As friends and family plan vacations during the final days of summer, the Emeryville Police Department is reminding everyone to stay ...

It’s Back to School! Emeryville Police Department Encourages the Public to Stay Aware and Stay Safe

It’s Back to School!

Emeryville Police Department Encourages the Public to Stay Aware and Stay Safe in School Zones

 As students head back to the classroom, schools, and the communities around them are going to be busier than they&rsq...

New Information for Emeryville Regarding Use of Face Coverings Indoors - Effective Immediately!

Effective Tuesday, August 3, all individuals, regardless of vaccination status, are required to wear face coverings when indoors in public settings, with limited exceptions.  Alameda County Public Health is urging all unvaccinated residents ages ...

Emeryville Commuters Should Expect Service Changes from AC Transit Beginning August 8

AC Transit is projecting ridership this fall to reach approximately 80% of pre-pandemic demand.  Now that the economy is gradually recovering, an expansion of services will be implemented to meet the anticipated needs of riders accordingly. Local...

Emeryville Residents: Alameda County to Rescind Local "Shelter-in-Place" Health Officer Order

Alameda County Public Health is rescinding its local "Shelter-in-Place" Health Officer Order to align with the State's Public Health Order.  Employers should continue to follow Cal/OSHA's standards.

For more information, please ...

AC Transit Making Countless Improvements for Emeryville Commuters

With restrictions being lifted, schools going back on in-person instruction, and more businesses opening back up, AC Transit is working to make the riding experience safer and more convenient than ever.

Physical distancing requirements have been recently l...

Attend the 5-Year Review of the Former Sherwin-Williams Site on June 17

The California Department of Toxic Substances Control encourages you to attend a remote public meeting on the second Five-Year review of the Former Sherwin Williams Site.

Thursday, June 17, 20216:30 PMvia ZoomCLICK HERE TO REGISTER

DTSC is beginning the sec...