The City of Berkeley
The City of Berkeley is a diverse and exciting community offering a variety of recreational activities, entertainment, arts, culture, and shopping (ci.berkeley.ca.us).

Berkeley residents are passionate and vocal about social and political issues. There are many ways students can become involved in local civic and community affairs-from serving on a City commission to Cal in Berkeley internships (see here) or Cal Corps sponsored public service and volunteer programs (see here).

For more information, see the FAQ page at communityrelations.berkeley.edu.

Berkeley City Hall: 2180 Milvia Street; 510/981-CITY.

Berkeley Convention and Visitors Bureau: 2015 Center Street; visitberkeley.com;  800/847-4823.

Berkeley residential parking: ci.berkeley.ca.us/transportation/Parking/parkingsummaryforUC.html; 1947 Center Street; 510/981-7200.

Rent Stabilization Office has information on rent control and renters' rights for non-University housing in the City (ci.berkeley.ca.us/rent; 2125 Milvia; 510/644-6128).

Berkeley's Southside neighborhood
Southside is Berkeley's most popular neighborhood for student living and includes residence halls, fraternities, sororities, co-ops, and private apartments. Telegraph Avenue is fun and busy with cafes, restaurants, stores, and street vendors.The University and City staff, students, merchants, and residents work together to improve health, safety, and the quality of life in the area. Students can get involved in the Southside by contacting the UC Community Relations Office (communityrelations.berkeley.edu; comrel@berkeley.edu; 510/643-5299).