We Want to Hear From You!

DOES PINOLE NEED MORE VEGAN & VEGETARIAN MENU OPTIONS?

The City of Pinole is supporting Anna Smith, fellow Pinole citizen and Executive Director of Quinan Street Project, in her quest to learn the temperature of having more vegan and vegetarian menu options at Pinole businesses. Increased availability of vegan and vegetarian options bring health, environmental and economic benefits. The survey will help gauge the community’s desire and respond accordingly. This survey will additionally help the City learn if there are any dietary gaps that it can help address. Please take this 3-minute survey to share your appetite for more plant-based. Thank you in advance!  

SHAPE THE FUTURE OF TRANSPORTATION IN CONTRA COSTA COUNTY

The Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) is updating the Countywide Transportation Plan, and they need your input!

What’s the Plan?
This is an opportunity to help design a safer, more sustainable, and better-connected transportation system for everyone in Contra Costa County. Whether it’s improving roads, enhancing public transit, or making biking and walking safer, your ideas are essential.

How You Can Help:
Take a brief survey and share your thoughts on how to improve transportation in our community.

Take the Survey Today: Countywide Transportation Plan - Survey Complete the survey and enter to win a $100 gift card!

Let’s work together to create a better future for transportation in Contra Costa County. Share your vision today!

Upcoming Events

CITY PUBLIC MEETINGS

Planning Commission Meeting - Mon, Feb. 10, 7pm - Zoom/City Hall

TAPS Meeting - Wed, Feb. 12, 6pm - Zoom/City Hall

City Council Meeting - Tues, Feb. 18, 5pm - Zoom/City Hall

Planning Commission Meeting - Mon, Feb. 24, 7pm - Zoom/City Hall

Community Services Commission Meeting - Mon, Feb. 27, 5pm - Zoom/City Hall

City Council Meeting - Tues, Mar. 4, 5pm - Zoom/City Hall

The public may attend and participate in-person in the City Hall Council Chamber or via Zoom. Agendas, minutes, and other detailed information regarding how to attend and participate in Pinole’s public meetings can be found on the website.

CITY-SPONSORED EVENTS

Food Distribution – Mon, Feb. 10, 9-10am - Senior Center

Coffee with the City - Wed, Feb. 12, 8-10am - Panera Bread

Community Clean Up - Sat, Feb. 15, 10am-12pm - Pinole Library 

Pinole Valley Park East Soccer Field Grand Re-Opening - Sat, Feb. 22, 9am-12pm - Pinole Valley Park

Holiday Closure

City Hall Offices will be closed on February 17, 2025 in observance of President's Day.

Inside the Council Chambers

Mr. Harris, son of the late James Andrew Harris, with City Council upon accepting the proclamation for Black History Month. 

Pinole City Council issued a proclamation in honor of Black History Month. The proclamation was awarded to Mr. Harris, a resident of Pinole, who is also the son of the late James Andrew Harris, a groundbreaking nuclear chemist who helped discover two previously unknown elements while working at the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. Mr. Harris fondly spoke about his father, sharing several of his contributions, including his invention of the tracking system for the intercontinental ballistic missile.

News & Updates

CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH AT PINOLE VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Join the Pinole Valley High School community at the 2025 Black History Month Commemorative Jubilee on Saturday, February 15 @ 1pm. A fully catered dinner with drinks and dessert will follow a school-wide program that truly gets the entire school involved. The event is sponsored by African American Student Union (AASU) and will feature contributions from the following groups: 

 • American Sign Language (ASL) Program 

 • Forensic, Speech and Debate, Team 

 • Indian Pakistani Student Union (IndoPak) 

 • Native American Student Union (NASU) 

 • Jazz Band

 • Photography 

 • Art and Ceramic Classes 

 • Intertwine Our Minds Knit and Crochet Club

and More!

Close captioning and ASL interpreting services will be provided for our deaf and hard of hearing audience members. Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 (cash only) at the door. Doors will open at 12:45PM. Tickets can be purchased from the PVHS Cashier.

If anyone is willing to sponsor a student ticket, donate to the Gena Stewart Leadership Scholarship, or help with the costs of putting on the event, please contact Ms. Lamons at mlamons@wccusd.net. 

PINOLE PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING IS GETTING A REFRESH

Starting Monday, February 10, 2025, renovation work will begin in the lobbies of the PSB, including new flooring and fresh paint. The project is expected to be completed this spring. While the construction team will strive to keep the lobby accessible, some temporary closures may be necessary to complete the work. If you are unable to access the building at any time during this project, please use the black phone located to the right of the front door for assistance. City staff will work diligently to minimize disruptions, and we appreciate your patience. Your safety remains our priority, and we look forward to unveiling the updates soon!

A Greener Pinole

RINGING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH A PLASTIC WISE PINOLE

As of January 1, 2025, single-use plastic bags and foodware are banned at Pinole businesses. Businesses will have a transition period to adapt to new requirements and so enforcement will not begin until July 1, 2025. During this transition period, businesses can sign up for free technical assistance offered by the City here. Technical assistance will include cost-effective solutions,  inventory conversion, reusables integration, distributor connections, and more. Waivers and extensions of time will be granted to qualifying businesses. Remember to place compostable foodware from Pinole food businesses in your green compost bin and paper bags in your blue recycling bin. Please visit the constantly growing single-use plastic ordinance webpage with the latest resources and updates such as a future directory of participating businesses where customer-brought reusable cups are accepted. Here is a breakdown of new regulations:

• Customer-brought bags will be accepted at all retail businesses
• A mandatory 15 cent fee will be charged for compliant bags at retail businesses only
• Food businesses may charge for bags and foodware at their own discretion
• Foodware and accessories must be unbleached, unbundled, PFAS-free, and compostable (compostable plastics not allowed)
• Foil to wrap and form food is permitted
• Senate Bill 270 businesses, such as grocery stores, are pre-empt by State regulation and are not required to comply with these new requirements

LIMITED-TIME REBATES: RELAUNCH OF THE PINOLE ENERGY ENHANCEMENT REBATE PROGRAM

The City of Pinole is excited to announce the relaunch of the Pinole Energy Enhancement Rebate Program (PEER)! Recent changes in regional rebates mean we've restructured the program to keep offering you substantial savings on energy-efficient home upgrades. Get up to $3,000 in rebates on improvements like heat pump water heaters, HVAC systems, induction stovetops, insulation, and more. These upgrades help you lower energy costs, improve home comfort, and contribute to a more sustainable community. Plus, you can stack PEER rebates with local, state, and federal programs to save even more! But hurry—rebates are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Ready to save? Visit the PROJECT WEBSITE for full details. Let’s work together to make your home more energy-efficient and our community greener!

Reminders

DOWNLOAD THE CITY OF PINOLE APP

In Pinole, the City of Pinole mobile app is a convenient way to stay connected to what's happening in the City of Pinole. In the event of a disaster or emergency, you can receive critical notifications and information from the City, the National Weather Service, and the Community Warning System. We encourage you to download the app today!

SIGN UP FOR COMMUNITY WARNING SYSTEM ALERTS

The Community Warning System (CWS) is the all-hazard public warning notification system for Contra Costa County. CWS alerts you through phone calls, text messages, email, the sounding of sirens, this website, and social media, when a potentially life or health-threatening hazard requires you to take action. You can also receive alerts from the CWS through the City of Pinole mobile app.

HOW TO REPORT POTHOLES

Report potholes by calling (510) 724-9010 or submit a request online. Please be prepared to describe the location of the pothole. Over the past month, our Public Works team patched 39 potholes (and counting) in Pinole!

FACILITY RENTALS NOW OPEN

Looking for the ultimate venue for your next meeting, event, or celebration? Look no further! Our Youth Center and Senior Center are now open for bookings and ready to host your special occasion. Whether it's a corporate gathering, birthday party, or community event, our spaces are perfect for making memories.

Don't wait—secure your spot today! Visit www.pinolerec.com to reserve your space or reach out to us at rentals@pinole.gov for more information. Let's make your event unforgettable!

PINOLE VALLEY SOCCER FIELD (EAST) GRAND OPENING

Join us for the Grand Re-Opening of the Pinole Valley Park East Soccer Field on Saturday, February 22nd, from 9 AM to 12 PM! Thanks to a generous donation from the West Contra Costa Youth Soccer League (WCCYSL) and a fantastic partnership with the City, the field has been transformed and is ready to shine. Come out and celebrate this exciting upgrade with a jam-packed day of soccer activities, delicious food, and family-friendly fun. Bring the whole family for a day of celebration you won’t want to miss.

TINY TOTS REGISTRATION

Join the fun at Tiny Tots—where learning and play go hand in hand. Your little ones will have a blast exploring their creativity through arts & crafts, dancing to fun tunes, and enjoying exciting story time adventures. It’s the perfect way for children to learn, grow, and make new friends in a fun, engaging environment.

We’ve got space available in our afternoon Pre-K class, so don’t miss out! Visit www.pinole.gov/tinytots or email tinytots@pinole.gov.

PRESIDENT'S WEEK CAMP

Get ready for the ultimate President's Week Camp from February 18th to February 21st – a whole week of fun and excitement you won’t want to miss. From 9 am to 4 pm at the Youth Center (635 Tennent Ave.), we’ve packed the camp with thrilling games, fun-filled cooking sessions, high-energy sports, creative crafts, and so much more! Designed for children ages 5-12, this is the perfect opportunity for your kids to make the most of their President's Week break and create lasting memories. Don't miss out—register online at www.pinolerec.com.

SENIOR CENTER VOLUNTEERS

Do you have a passion of serving the community? Do you enjoy being a part of a team? We are looking for volunteers to help the lunch program at the Senior Center in the following areas:

Food Prep / Server 9AM - 1PM

Dish Wash 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM and 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM

Ticket Check-in 12PM - 1PM

Stop by the Front Desk for a volunteer application to get started!

FOOD BANK DISTRIBUTION

The Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano County will be providing free bags of fresh produce. The next drive-thru distribution is Monday, February 10, 2025, from 9 AM to 10 AM (or as supplies last) at the Pinole Senior Center, 2500 Charles Avenue where you will receive one bag per household, If you have any questions, email recreation@pinole.gov or call us at (510) 724-9800.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

The City of Pinole Community Services Department is now hiring part-time positions. Become a member of our team – Visit our website to apply today!

SENIOR CENTER LUNCH PROGRAM

Enjoy a delicious meal and make new friends with our in-person dining experience offered Wednesdays - Fridays in the Senior Center Main Hall. Call 510-418-0313 to place order. Meals are $8 for Senior Center Members and $10 for Non-Members.