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City Exploring Future Grocery Store Opportunities at Appian 80
The City of Pinole was notified on February 4, 2025, that Safeway intends to close its store at Appian 80 on April 4, 2025. The City is actively gathering additional information and has initiated discussions with the property owner to understand the next steps for the site. A public update will be provided as soon…
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City Awarded $700k Grant for Building Decarbonization
The City of Pinole is proud to announce the award of a $700,000 grant from the California Energy Commission’s Local Government Building Decarbonization Challenge. This funding comes at a pivotal moment as the City advances its Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP), adopted in August 2024, which charts a path to achieving carbon neutrality by…
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Fernandez Park Tree Project
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Pinole Swears in New Mayor and Council Members
On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, the City of Pinole swore in two re-elected Council Members and selected a new Mayor, and Mayor Pro Tem. Pinole’s new Mayor, Cameron Sasai, has served as Mayor Pro Tempore of the City of Pinole over the past year. He was the first Filipino American Council Member elected to the…
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City of Pinole Welcomes New Police Chief
The City of Pinole is pleased to announce the appointment of Melissa Klawuhn as its new Police Chief. Chief Klawuhn is an innovative and seasoned public safety professional with more than 23 years of experience and brings extensive leadership, operational expertise, financial acumen, and a commitment to community engagement to her new role. A native…
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Pinole Adopts New Safe Storage of Firearms Ordinance
Pinole, CA, October 16, 2024— The Pinole City Council approved Chapter 9.19 “Storage of Firearms” of the Municipal Code, introducing regulations on the safe storage of firearms within the city. The effective date of the ordinance is October 17, 2024. This ordinance aims to reduce the risks associated with unsecured firearms, including accidental injuries, theft,…
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Traffic Impact Expected For Blood Drive Event
On October 13, 2024 Con Fire will host a Bone Marrow registry and Blood Drive event at Station 74, 3700 Pinole Valley Road. To accommodate for event parking, they will utilize Ellerhorst Elementary’s blacktop. A temporary crosswalk will be established between the blacktop and Station 74. The temporary crosswalk will impact traffic on Pinole Valley…
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City of Pinole Honors Green Day with a Key to the City
Pinole, CA – September 23, 2024 – Yesterday, the City of Pinole presented legendary punk rock band Green Day the Key to the City, commemorating their deep roots and connection to Pinole. Mayor Maureen Toms presented the honor during a lively ceremony outside the 7-Eleven on Pinole Valley Road—a location of special significance to the…
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Pinole Adopts Ambitious Climate Action and Adaptation Plan
On August 20, 2024, the City of Pinole adopted its Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (CAAP), marking a major step toward reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing community resilience. This adoption follows 18 months of community outreach and aligns with the City Council’s October 2021 climate emergency declaration. Mayor Toms expressed pride in the City’s…
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Police Chief Neil H. Gang Retires After 36 Years of Distinguished Service
Pinole, CA, September 5, 2024— After an extraordinary 36-year career in law enforcement, Chief Neil H. Gang is retiring as the Chief of Police for the Pinole Police Department, effective September 5, 2024. Chief Gang has been a pillar of leadership and public service since joining the department in 2013. His distinguished work leaves behind…
