This "Community Center " goes for weeks/months with nothing other than the Monthly Drive through…read morefood bank. I live at Tara Hills Mobil Manor which borders their property. THMM is a senior retirement community with many low income residents. Many of the residents are on Social Security and the surrounding area has many low income seniors as well. For many years the Contra Costa Food Bank has been handing out food once a month to low income people in the parking lot of the facility. While the facility is owned by the County they have allowed The Fathers House, a church to hand out the food supplied by the food bank. The 200 plus families that received food this morning, were informed that Contra Costa County will no longer allow the distribution of food at the site. This makes no sense. The facility has no programs during the day on a weekly basis. The ball field is empty when games are not scheduled. I live next to the area the rode is seldom used. I doubt seriously that the surrounding food distribution sites will be able to absorb the families who are no longer able to receive food from this facility. How far can low income people afford to drive with the high cost of gas. Some even walk to pick up food. I went there today, there were many older people there, not young people who are able to work, retired, low income mostly. We were not given a reason, just told we cannot come back in January. I would like to know who do we talk to in order to at least be listened to and a reason for the loss of a place that serves and contributes to our Seniors and other low income groups.

Driving down San Pablo Ave, I was reminded by an old beat up sign of the existence of this…read morecommunity center where I played softball and took ballet lessons and painting classes (many many years ago). Montara Bay Community center and neighboring softball fields are situated between three sub-divisions - Montalvin, Tara Hills, and Bayview park in an unincorporated part of West Contra Costa County (on the border of Pinole, Richmond, and San Pablo) near Montalvin park and across the creek from Seaview Elementary which recently closed. The glory days, if there ever were any, are gone and from what I can tell it is only currently being used by the Tara Hills little league. Which is at least a good thing since apparently Measure AA spent 200K in the 80's to fix the fields up. It was sad to see the area so beat up as the neighboring creek in particular is a constant project for environmental groups.

The people who work here are great. We had to deal with them for our Sewer-Lateral project. They…read morewere very helpful in letting us know what steps needed to be taken and what order. How to go about getting our Grant (which helped to save us money) and actually tactfully steered us toward some reputable folks to do the job. The SL went without a hitch and we received our Grant money as promised. Also, this is a very convenient, clean location to take your expired prescriptions. They have instructions on their web site and if you have trouble finding them, give the office a call.

Okay, so... I'm not just giving this place a 5-star rating because I work here, but honestly... the…read morefolks that work here are truly kind people and always put forth best efforts to provide outstanding customer service and help. I know sometimes public agencies get a bad rap, because let's be real-- you know sometimes folks at the DMV are totally not helpful!! But~~ rest assured, if you have problems with your sewer-- West County Wastewater District (as well as Oro Loma Sanitary District) are Wastewater Kings. :) ** Update: okay, okay... I've been getting some slack on this... I MUST state: Not all government-employed DMV personnel is lacking... there are some outstanding, hard-working, dedicated folks at the DMV. Kudos for representing the positive. :) **

I love this post office even though all I can do here is get stamps or send a package. But it's in…read morea good neighborhood location and the lines aren't ropey, like they can be in some places. And they move pretty quickly. I can also rent a box. So for the basic things that we need, they serve our needs. Just remember that they don't deliver mail, so if mail is not delivered, you have to go up to the Hilltop Branch for a pickup. But for a cool, neighborhood spot to drop off mail and get stamps, they do the job.

Update: They finally opened the doors at 9:50am! Customers…read morecould hear one of the female employees ask a male employee from behind the rent-a-boxes: "Are you not going to open?" Original Post: Status on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 9:34am PST: Closed! Business Hours posted on door on a non-Federal Holiday Saturday is 9am to 1pm. I'm waiting with other customers in front of a locked door when they are supposed to be opened already. Line is growing by the minute. First customer in line is an elderly lane with a cane. She's been waiting since 9am! Looks like someone may have forgot about their opening shift and/or just quit without notice.

The San Pablo Library has been an incredible resource for my clients and our community. My clients…read moreabsolutely love coming here, we have taken advantage of so many of the wonderful opportunities the library offers. Over time, the staff has become like family to us! The variety of programs are amazing. They offer yoga, family story time, story time for little ones, ESL classes for parents, teen gaming, art therapy, bilingual meditation, chess club, IT (any technical questions) and after-school meals during the summer and more! The library also has a Wellness Team available on Wednesdays and Thursdays, Vicky, Andrea & Natalie are absolutely thee BEST and provides valuable services and support for unhoused community members. What truly sets this library apart is its welcoming atmosphere. The staff is always friendly, knowledgeable, and eager to help. The library is well-organized, AND security (Brittany & Nay) does an excellent job of ensuring everyone feels safe and comfortable. The San Pablo Library is so much more than a place to borrow books--it's a true community hub. We are grateful for everything they do and highly recommend it to anyone looking for resources, programs, and a sense of belonging!

They had a pop up sale here on a Saturday ! It was so fun and got some amazing stuff!…read more Staff in the library great too! Sketchy folk hanging inside though ...

The people here give you the time needed to mail your packages. I've been coming here since 1991…read moreand I love the staff. I use this Post Office several times a month. I count on it! Thank you to the staff!

I like that it's small and not usually too busy. I miss the original clerks (from 40 years ago) but…read moreI do like those that were here two weeks ago when I bought stamps.

The only thing I really know about this city is that they have the San Pablo Casino here. Terrible…read moreodds on gambling - strange "bingo" slot machines to get around laws using a loophole I suspect. The only reason I'd come to San Pablo is for the Casino - and its a terrible one - probably one of the worst in the bay area. I know way back when they had table games and there was a "bank" and they would charge $1 for every hand. If you had a low bet and liked to sit for hours that was a disaster. Been across the street to the Nations. The city seems ok there next to the highway but it is not affluent at all. Seems like the casino just takes money away from parents with kids and many mouths to feed. And the casino is too close to all the blue collar families. Not sure why the city of San Pablo chose this location for a casino. If you are looking for gaming action I think Cache Creek is probably a better bet. Star Casino at their new Tracy location also ok for low bets.

I am the first one to review the city of San Pablo? Haha. Well, if you think about it, San Pablo is…read morelocated in the middle of Richmond, CA. Most people just assume its part of it. No one really knows where San Pablo is unless you are a gambler at Lytton Casino. Lol Anyways, fun fact! The city of San Pablo is actually one of the oldest Spanish settlements in the region. Contra Costa College, one of the three best community college in the bay area is also located in San Pablo. San Pablo Is also known for Lytton Casino, where magic happens. Literally can make your money disappear. Haha I can say that the city of San Pablo have been progressing in the past 10 years.

I would 1000% recommend, worked with SSG Joseph for recruiting. The first time I took the test I…read morescored a 27. She's been patient with me even though we've been communicating almost a little over a month. She even helped me study and gave me her tips and tricks. Now I proudly passed my Asvab with a 91 after taking another practice test and getting a 67. If you want to join, talk to SSG Joseph and she'll be with you every step of the way. You will learn everything about the army and she will give you the whole rundown.

I highly recommend comming into the army recruiting station in hilltop. Staff Sergeant Ryan was…read moremore than helpful in giving me the information i was looking for about the army. We talked about college oppertunties, benefits, and jobs. He helped me get my current MOS as a 15R AH64 Apache helicopter mechanic and I couldn't be happier with the job I chose. If your thinking about joining and or just gathering information about the army this is the place to do it.