5 Facts About Berkeley California

1. Since the 1930s, the city of Berkeley California has fostered a tradition of political activism.

2. City of Berkeley California has historically been a central location for homeless communities in the Bay Area.

3. On September 18, 2012, Berkeley California became what may be the first city in the US to officially proclaim a day recognizing bisexuals September 23, which is known as Celebrate Bisexuality Day.

4. In 1909, the citizens of Berkeley California adopted a new charter, and the Town of Berkeley became the City of Berkeley.

5. The area that became Berkeley California was then the northern part of the "Oakland Township" subdivision of Alameda County.