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City News | July 30, 2024

New Permitting and Licensing System eTRAKit Has Launched

The City of Pinole is thrilled to announce the launch of eTRAKiT, our new and fully integrated online permitting and licensing system. This significant upgrade will streamline the application and tracking process for permits related to Building, Public Works, Planning, and Business Licenses, offering our customers a more efficient and user-friendly experience. With eTRAKiT, residents and business owners can now manage their permits and licenses entirely online, eliminating the need for paper and email applications. Here’s what you can expect from our new system: Instant Permits for Residential Solar and Energy Storage Systems. Express Permits for certain residential work issued...
Recreation, City News | December 05, 2025

Holiday cheer lights up pinole!

The City of Pinole is excited to welcome the holiday season with a month of festive events, including the Holiday Tree Lighting, Shop & Stroll, Holiday Breakfast, and Glow Pinole. Throughout December, these events will spread holiday cheer across Pinole while celebrating and supporting our local businesses. The festivities begin with the annual Tree Lighting and Shop & Stroll on Saturday, December 6, from 3:00 pm–6:30 pm at Community Corner (2301 San Pablo Ave.). During the event, visitors can enjoy children’s activities, food trucks, and a community Shop & Stroll, where you’ll have the chance to support local Pinole businesses....

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Pinole Swears in New Mayor and Council Members

City News | December 19, 2024

On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, the City of Pinole swore in two re-elected   Council Members and selected a new  Mayor,…
Melissa Klawuhn

City of Pinole Welcomes New Police Chief

City News | November 25, 2024

The City of Pinole is pleased to announce the appointment of Melissa Klawuhn as its new Police Chief. Chief Klawuhn…

AB413 – California Daylighting Law

Public Works | November 12, 2024

What is California's new 'Daylighting' Law (AB 413)? Assembly Bill 413 prohibits the stopping, standing, or parking of a vehicle…

Holiday Cheer IN PINOLE!

Recreation | October 28, 2024

The City of Pinole is excited to kick off the holiday season with two festive events, Glow Pinole and Shop…

Pinole Adopts New Safe Storage of Firearms Ordinance

City News | October 16, 2024

Pinole, CA, October 16, 2024— The Pinole City Council approved Chapter 9.19 “Storage of Firearms” of the Municipal Code, introducing…

Road Closure Notification – Summit Drive (from Lefebvre Way to Buena Vista Drive)

Public Works | October 08, 2024

Closure Location:Summit Drive (from Lefebvre Way to Buena Vista Drive)Pinole, CA Summary of Road Closure: Due to necessary Pacific Gas…