Energy Efficiency Workshop, 10-2-25

Thursday, 10-2- Energy Efficiency workshop, 12-1 PM, in person Senior Center. ”

Cut costs, increase comfort, and support sustainability– learn about cost-saving rebates available now at the State, regional, and local level—including special rebate programs just for Pinole residents. Presented by Contra Costa Conservation and Development, MCE and Rising Sun.

This is the fourth of six workshop series focused on accessible living for seniors and those with disabilities made possible through a grant awarded by the AARP Community Challenge.

For more information visit: https://www.pinole.gov/pinole-accessible-living-program/

This free event is open to all—registration is encouraged to help us plan for a comfortable experience. Sign up online (https://www.pinole.gov/pinole-accessible-living-workshop-sign-up/) or at the Pinole Senior Center.

” (https://www.pinole.gov/event_list/power-smarts-boosting-energy-efficiency-at-home/?event-date=2025-10-02%2012:00:00)

General Plan Workshop (Safety and Environmental Justice elements), 8-27-25

Wednesday, 8-27- General Plan Workshop (Safety and Environmental Justice Elements), 6 PM-8 PM, hybrid, Pinole Library. “The City of Pinole welcomes you to a key Public Workshop on the Safety and Environmental Justice Elements that are part of the City’s General Plan on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at the Pinole Public Library (2935 Pinole Valley Road) from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Organized by the Community Development Department with Michael Baker International, this hybrid event (in-person and Zoom) will discuss updates to the Safety Element and the introduction of a new Environmental Justice Element in the General Plan. Mandated by new State Housing Law, these updates incorporate the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan and Health Element to advance equity and resilience.

Key Details:

Contact: David Hanham, Planning Manager, (510) 724-9842 or dhanham@pinole.gov for details or to RSVP

Date & Time: August 27, 2025, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM

Location: Pinole Public Library (2935 Pinole Valley Road)

Format: In-person or virtual via Zoom (See Below)

Focus: Updates to Safety Element and new Environmental Justice Element

Zoom Information

(Please note that this is the regular Zoom link for Planning Commission. The workshop start time is 6:00 PM)

From a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86505375301, or https://www.zoom.us/join Webinar ID: 865 0537 5301

By phone: +1 (669) 900-6833 or +1 (253) 215-8782 or +1 (346) 248-7799. To raise hand, press *9. To unmute, press *6.” (https://www.pinole.gov/event_list/safety-and-environmental-justice-workshop/?event-date=2025-08-27%2018:00:00)

Pinole Creek Cleanup, 8-16-25

Saturday, 8-16- Pinole Creek Cleanup, 10 AM, in person upper creek watershed. “
On Sat, August 16, come see a part of the Pinole Creek Watershed you don’t
normally travel to! Join us at 10 am for a trash cleanup in the Upper Watershed
at the intersection of Alhambra Valley Road and Bear Creek Road (map link:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/j7XRh7th7gLeBKHj6). We don’t know the weather so far in advance, but it may be sunny and hot, so come prepared! We’ll have water and snacks and all tools. We’ll be cleaning up mostly along the road, so think safety! We may have the opportunity to help out with the EBMUD plantings at the site, so keep your fingers crossed!” (From email from Friends of Pinole Creek Watershed)