New Resident Information

Here is information on basic city services.

Cable Television Service

Comcast is the city's franchised cable television operator. ETV-Channel 27, the city's cable television channel, is broadcast through Comcast. Residents also have the option of selecting an alternative satellite or other type of television service.

Solid Waste Management Service

Waste Management of Alameda County (WMAC)
Residential and commercial garbage collection services are provided by WMAC. All properties in Emeryville must have WMAC provided garbage service. Residential and small business recycling service is provided free as part of garbage service through WMAC. For information on the city's recycling efforts, as well as what, where, and how you can recycle, go to the city's Environmental Programs webpage. Recycling services may also be provided through an alternative provider.

City of Berkeley Transfer Station
Waste may also be dropped off at the City of Berkeley Transfer Station (garbage, recycling, and large items) located at 1201 2nd Street (just off of the I-80 / Gilman Street exit) in Berkeley. Open Monday - Saturday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Davis Street Transfer Station
To rent temporary dumpsters / bins, including for construction / demolition debris, call 800-DUMPSTER.

Gas & Electric

Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E), a private utility, provides gas and electric services in Emeryville. If you are moving into Emeryville, please let PG&E know 1 week before you will need service at your new address. Call 800-PGE-5000 for 24/7 customer service or to report an emergency, such as a tree limb fallen onto an electrical line. Call 800-743-5002 to report an electrical outage.

Water / Sewer

The East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) provides water service and sanitary sewer service to Emeryville. Service fees are based upon water consumption.