Our class came for a field trip because we were studying sewage treatment…read more The staffs were great - we had a great tour around the facility and it comes with a staff that explains each treatment. Really valuable information when studying science class! The facility was clean and there are some brochures by the front counter! The staffs were happy to give us some of them. They were bathrooms available together with shower rooms! Parking was not a problem. Coming from Daly City, it'll take about 30-45 minutes (maybe I was driving slow?)! My classmates and I were so glad - we came here!

Saratoga is a historic town in the South bay …read more It is known for its winery ,restaurants and historic landmarks like Villa Montalvo , Mountain winery , and Hakone gardens . It had a population of 31,051 at the 2020 census. We visited on a Sunday afternoon like 5 pm . Had an early dinner there and then walked around the main street . The parking lot was almost full but we managed to find a spot. It was peaceful and quiet surrounded by many good restaurants. I enjoyed the pleasant atmosphere and nice decor everywhere. Many flowers were blooming and the plants and trees were planted around the restaurants . A enjoyable leisure walk .

This review is for Nina Walker a facility administrator, this poor lady really needs to retire, she…read morebeen with the city of Saratoga over 20 something years. I really think she has job burn out. I never been treated like garbage before! My work was having a gathering at a park. I had to get a permit. She was very rude; I gave her my check for the permit. She looked at it and says okay, it looks good! Why wouldn't it be!! Her assistant was even rude! I felt I was in the Seinfeld episode, dealing with a soup Nazi!!

We all know Willow Glen attracts all the idiot drivers, who are apparently oblivious to the fact…read morethat there are potholes, uneven road surfaces, and where the road gets hilly ( not sure what to call that). They couldn't care less that cyclists and pedestrians have to share the road. Downtown Willow Glen has provided a cool solution to this-- the Lincoln Avenue road diet. Basically, bike lanes are more clearly marked to discourage speeding by cars---inappropriate, since downtown Willow glen is basically a stretched-out shopping center.The traffic calming certainly makes shopping more enjoyable. Naturally, there are haters--apparently a number of motorists are hearing the theme to "Mach Go Go Go" in their heads . 4 stars because I wouldn't mind seeing one car lane.

Foster City is one of the nicest places to live in the SF Bay Area. I drive thru it at least once…read morea week. That's because Hwy 92 runs thru it, as it connects to the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge. Foster City was named after T. Jack Foster. It was built in the 1960's, that's why everything is modern. Foster City was a planned community. They set aside space for parks and recreation, shopping centers, and schools. A unique feature of the city is it's beautiful lagoon system. The city has it's own police and fire depts, but I don't think it has a hospital.

I have been a resident of Foster City for 57 years it has given me the opportunity to start my dog…read morewalking business and I'm thriving! The city has been excellent working with me! They approved my 7th Anniversary Picnic Celebration at Gull Park on July 29th!

Please keep in mind, this is a review based on only one of SVLG's programs, the Silicon Valley…read moreTurkey Trot. I just ran the Turkey Trot this morning. I signed up last year but was unable to attend. I came this year with my company and came for the 9am start at 8:30am. The directions to the parking were a little off. Parking was at HP Pavilion, and they had us take a left at Autumn and follow the signs. Only, there were no signs, and within a few feet I was caught in a quagmire of joggers. I double-checked later and I follow the directions I was given to a tee. The place was chaos. Apparently they were estimating 3000-4000 participants but got nearly 7000. The thing is, people have to register and pay, so how they could be surprised by how many people would come was a bit shocking. I understand there are families and things too, but nevertheless it was difficult to find my group, where to get the timing chip, where to get water, or anything else. Most of the volunteers were local HS kids (God bless them) but most had no idea where anything was. When asked if I wanted my shirt now or after the race, I chose after the race since I didn't want to be laden with it while running 10K. The scheduled start was a 9:00am. The starting area was insane and overcrowded, not unlike the Vegas strip on New Year's Eve or a Pearl Jam concert on the Polo Grounds. At least in the biting 45F morning chill, it was pretty darn warm. We didn't start until almost 9:20am. I can only imagine all the irritated people who warmed up at 8:55am now cold after 20+ minutes of inactivity. It was like a moving obstacle course the first mile, dodging people of all sizes and speeds. Overall the course markers were good, so no complaints there. I got the the end in just over an hour (this includes a bathroom break, so not bad!). It was impossible to find which tents were for what, and after finally getting water, a banana, and a goodie bag (complete misnomer, there is nothing goodie about seagate bandaids, random coupons, and a booklet for SF 49ers merchandise), I headed out to get my shirt. After waiting in yet another mass of people to get across the street, I found that all the shirts were gone. They were out. They had given them all away. Ummm, doesn't the entrance fee that I (or my company rather) pay guarantee me a shirt? Everyone was supposed to be a paying participant and had to have a bib, so how are you completely out of shirts? This was a particularly nice shirt, so I was actually planning on wearing it. That was just the icing on the crap cake, and I simply left the grounds. The endorphins from the run were wearing off and being replaced by feelings of wtf. I really like the idea of the Turkey Trot, but this HAS to be planned better. I'm sure the more experienced runners were even more frustrated by the confusion, and the lack of pathways made it really hard for people with strollers to get around. Make this more family-friendly since this is what you were supposed to be supporting. For the participants, please make sure things are logistically in order and that every participant gets what they paid and ran for. I know this is only the Turkey Trot's third year in existence, but without proper planning, it may not last to its fifth.

Just read the 2007 review of the Turkey Trot and thought that there needed to be an update on the…read moreevent! I have run/walked the Turkey Trot since its inception and this past Thanksgiving Day (2013) was terrific! Check in was easy because you could pre-check in by picking up your number at a local sports shop. The event raises hundreds of thousands of dollars for local food, housing, and health agencies. Thumbs up to SVLG for continuing its leadership in running the event.

Honestly, City Hall area in South San Francisco is a beautiful and picturesque landmark all around…read moreto check out. There's public street metered parking everywhere and easy walking distance to parking lots and garages in back. It doesn't look huge from outside either, but landscape is noticeably well maintained and pleasant to walk by. There are lots of children playing at a playground nearby. Feng shui feels good since it's easy to spot on the slope and you can look down at Grand Avenue shops & restaurants across the street. Water fountain doesn't look most appealing. There's plenty of space to hang around for a moment to capture the city views. There's plenty place is definitely for good looks on the outside, but quite convenient for city employees to go to lunch or take breaks around the area. Not ghetto, but note that most cars driving around here are always speeding even at corners and traffic lights. Just be careful in the public area. City drivers aren't the best drivers. It's easy to get hit on the streets in the city environment.

We've been here so many times over the years and this is the first time I've learned that parking…read moreis free on Saturdays and Sundays with metered spots. This includes the Grand Avenue public parking structure that we went in. I also discovered nice location to take a photo of Sign Hill which is that huge "South San Francisco The Industrial City" hillside letters visible when curing the US 101. This particular street is the Magnolia Avenue which crosses Grand. The have great restaurants that weve patronized over the years and will continue to visit as an alternative to the busy SF streets.

Each time I've had dealings here the staff and layout has been very good. Parking very clear and…read moreeasy.

I grew up in Alameda, I was here when Alameda NAS was an active duty base. It's been closed for…read morenearly 30 years, and now it's called Alameda Point. Area wise, Alameda Point covers about 1/3 of the island, so there's alot of land to develop. The peaceful Alameda of today, is not the same as when the base was open. Navy jets would do laps over the island daily. The jet engine tests would make the ground shake and the roar would wake you from a light nap. In the early 1970's a jet from the Central Valley crashed into an apartment building. My Dad and I ran outside just in time to see a fireball rise over the houses. But the base was a great source of revenue for the city. When a carrier or carriers were in port, Webster Street would be gridlocked with traffic. Traffic couldn't get out of the Tube. That's why they built the Constitution Way flyover ramp. It's to divert traffic away from Webster, and onto Lincoln Avenue. Webster St became a ghost town when the base closed. I had a high school friend who was a Navy Captain's son. He would take us on base and give us tours. The base was well maintained when sailors and airman were there. When they left, it became abandoned and ugly. When I was in College Army ROTC we launched an airmobile operation from the NAS. 65 armed troops in combat gear, boarding a Chinook helicopter to conduct a raid on an imaginary target 300+ miles away. During Desert Storm, jets flew airstrikes from the NAS. Very few people knew that. It has a rich history, and it shouldn't be forgotten. I regret I didn't take a picture of the East Gate before they tore it down.

The Alameda Naval Air Station sprawls across the west end shore…read more Seemingly endless abandoned buildings litter the scape. Some portions have been sold to apartment developers building structures that lack integrity. The empty air craft hangars. The empty NARDAC headquarters. So much military industrial architecture to be observed. Skaters galore, just watch out for base security. They lack any enforcement ability but love doing their job, nothing. I go here to walk my dog and explore the endless labyrinth of streets with names from times gone by.