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Pinole Youth Center
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ANNOUNCEMENT
The City of Pinole Recreation Department is currently not taking any reservations for our facility rentals. We will update this site when we reopen for reservations.
The Pinole Youth Center is conveniently located in Old Town Pinole adjacent to Fernandez Park at 635 Tennent Avenue. The Youth Center offers 2 indoor facilities, the Main Hall & the Meeting room which can be used for parties, events, meetings, etc. Both facilities also come with the use of a commercial kitchen, outdoor patio (weather permitting), commercial tables, and chairs.
Reservations will be received on a first-come, first-serve basis..
The City of Pinole Community Services Department reserves the right to cancel or transfer rentals to make room for City events.
Youth Center Main Hall
Rental of the Pinole Youth Center Main Hall includes the following: the Main Hall, Meeting Room, the commercial kitchen, and the outdoor patio (weather permitting.).
The seating capacity of the Main Hall is 120.
The use of 16 6-foot tables, chairs and limited use of a commercial kitchen facility are provided in the contract. Tablecloths, liability insurance and a security deposit are required.
Alcoholic beverages may be served if all requirements are met. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed at any youth designated events -NO EXCEPTIONS.
Reservations will be received on a first come, first serve basis. Reservations will be taken no more than six months in advance.
Insurance is required for all rentals and for all rentals and proof of insurance is required 30 days before your event.
Rental Fees
All fees are due 30 days prior to the rental date.
Booking & Deposit
Booking Fee (Non-Refundable): $56
Facility Deposit (Refundable): $282
Facility Deposit Events with Alcohol (Refundable): $563.00
Change of Date/Late Fee: $84 (must be at least 45 days written notice)
Fees
Resident
Minimum 4 hours: $282.00
Set-up/Clean up Time (2-hrs. Max): $50/hr
Extra Hours: $73/hr
Non-Resident
Minimum 4 hours:$366.00
Set-up/Clean up Time (2-hrs. Max): $51/hr
Extra Hours: $96/hr
Non-Profit Fees
Booking Fee (Non-Refundable): $56
Facility Deposit (Refundable): $282
Pinole Organization
Minimum 4 hours: $213.00
Set-up/Clean up Time (2-hrs. Max): $47/hr
Extra Hours: $47/hr
Non-Pinole Organization
Minimum 4 hours:$308.00
Set-up/Clean up Time (2-hrs. Max): $47/hr
Extra Hours: $71/hr
Youth Center Meeting Rooms
Rental of the smaller meeting room at the youth center includes just the meeting room.
The smaller meeting room at the Pinole Youth Center can seat up to 40 people.
Reservations will be received on a first come, first serve basis. Rental hours fall between 8 am to 11 PM. All events must end by 10 pm, and the facility must be completely cleaned and vacated by 11 PM. There is no storage at the center before of after an event. The facility may only be entered during designated times.
Insurance is required for all rentals and for all rentals and proof of insurance is required 30 days before your event.
Rental Fees
All fees are due 30 days prior to the rental date.
Booking & Deposit
Booking Fee (Non-Refundable): $56
Facility Deposit (Refundable): $282
Facility Deposit Events with Alcohol (Refundable): $563.00
Change of Date/Late Fee: $59 (must be at least 45 days written notice)
Hourly Fees
Resident
Minimum 2 hours: $83.00
Set-up/Clean up Time (2-hrs. Max): $41/hr
Extra Hours: $30/hr
Non-Resident
Minimum 2 hours:$118.00
Set-up/Clean up Time (2-hrs. Max): $59/hr
Extra Hours: $30/hr
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a tour of the facility?
Tour of the facility is by appointment only. Appointments last 30 minutes and are scheduled on Wednesday and Thursdays during the hours of 11-2 pm. Hours may vary during summer and school breaks
How do I find out if the Pinole Youth Center facility is available for rent on the day of my event?
Go to the reservation portal https://pinolerec.recdesk.com/Community/Facility
And then click on the name of the facility (Main Hall or Meeting Room). This will lead you to the DETAILS, HOURS, AND CALENDAR tabs. Click on the CALENDAR tab and scroll to the date of your event. If there is no RESERVE sign on the date of your event, then it is available.
Why can’t I reserve the facility up to 11pm?
The Pinole Youth Center is in a residential area and the City of Pinole would like to keep our good relationship with our neighbors.
Do I have to bring my own tables and chairs?
We provide rectangular (16) 6 ft tables and chairs for your event, and you are required to bring your own 16 tablecloths to cover our tables. You have the option to bring your own tables and chairs as well.
Do I have to set up and clean up for my event?
Yes, but we provide the tables, chairs, and cleaning supplies for your use at your event. There will also be a Rental Attendant to coordinate for check in and check out on the day of your rental. She will give you a contact number for any emergencies.
What is a facility deposit?
Facility deposits are required because we want to make sure to deduct any damages to the facility or furnishings, for any special clean up by Rental Attendant, and overtime, that may have incurred from the rental. If these damages to the facility or furnishings, special clean up by Rental Attendant, and overtime, that may have incurred from the rental exceed the facility deposit on file, then an invoice will be sent to the renter. Facility deposit is refundable pending there are no damages to the facility or furnishings, no special clean up by Rental Attendant, and no overtime, have incurred from the rental. Deposit will be processed by Recreation Coordinator for refund within 10 business days after your event. You should receive a check for your deposit approximate 30 days after your event.
Is alcohol allowed in our event spaces?
Alcohol Permit Is Not Issued to Groups with More Than 50 % Attendance Are Participants under the Age Of 21. *Alcohol Permit Is Not Issued for Activities under the Age of 21(B-Day Parties, Dances, Etc.)
Can I cook on the balcony?
Grilling or cooking is not allowed on the Youth Center Balcony. Your rental includes limited use of our commercial kitchen
How do I access the facility on the day of my event?
Your rental attendant will meet you at the beginning of your event to do a pre-walk through of the facility. You will not be allowed to store anything in our facility prior to your event. No one will be allowed into the facility until the renter has arrived during the rental time. Your rental attendant will provide you with a contact number on the day of your event. Calls will only be answered during your event hours.
Who is required to be there at the opening and closing of the facility on the day of the event?
The rental applicant only and must be there 10 minutes before the rental time on the day of the event to complete the pre-walkthrough with the rental attendant!!! The rental attendant will not open the facility until the rental applicant has completed the pre-walkthrough (10 minutes before the start time of your rental) and at the post-walkthrough (at the end time of your reservation). We will not make an exception if you call us and request someone else to be there at the pre and post walkthrough. Caterers, party planner, etc., will not be allowed in the facility until after the pre-walkthrough has been completed. We are not able to store any of your belongings prior to the beginning of your reservation.
Are My Fees Refundable If I Cancel?
Cancellations within two weeks of rental date = 50% of refundable total fees
Cancellations within one week of rental date = no refund of total fees.
Cancellations must be in writing. The cancellation date is the postmarked date of the signed letter or the date the Youth Center Coordinator or designee receives the letter by personal delivery or by email. Cancellation letter must be received from the original applicant.
Are facility deposits refundable?
Facility deposit is refundable pending there are no damages to the facility or furnishings, no special clean up by Rental Attendant, and no overtime, have incurred from the rental (see Facility Rental Clean-Up Requirement/Agreement for more details
Deposit will be processed by Recreation Coordinator for refund within 10 business days after your event. You should receive a check for your deposit approximate 30 days after your event.
Facility deposits are required because we want to make sure to deduct any damages to the facility or furnishings, for any special clean up by Rental Attendant, and overtime, that may have incurred from the rental. If these damages to the facility or furnishings, special clean up by Rental Attendant, and overtime, that may have incurred from the rental exceed the facility deposit on file, then an invoice will be sent to the renter.
HOW TO MAKE A RESERVATION:
- Click on REGISTRATION and it will take you to our online registration portal
- Create an account by going to log in
- Once you have created a profile account, go to FACILITIES, YOUTH CENTER, choose one of the facility (Pinole Youth Center Main Hall or Pinole Youth Center Meeting Room).
- To find out if the facility is available to rent on the date of your event, click on the RESERVE sign next to the name of the facility
- You will be directed to the reservation CALENDAR page.Find the date of your event. If there is a RESERVE sign on the date of your event, then it will be available. NO RESERVE sign on any single day means it is not available.
- If the date for your event is available, click on the RESERVE sign on the calendar page on that date.
- Fill in the description use and group size. Then add the rental hours for your event, the booking fee, and the facility deposit into your shopping cart.
- Go to checkout!
- You will be directed to the Waiver page where you must click Accept to continue.
- Complete all required forms.Upload copy of driver’s license and proof of residency to online application
- At the Checkout, fill out credit card information and click Continue. You will then be presented with a summary of the transaction (including processing fees). Click OK to complete the transaction. If you clicked OK, your credit card will be processed and the registration process will be complete
- Registrations are NOT complete until you go through the Checkout process.