Read the full story here Web Link posted Thursday, June 5, 2014, 7:54 AM
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Planners OK 2-story building to replace Pastime Pool
Original post made on Jun 5, 2014
Read the full story here Web Link posted Thursday, June 5, 2014, 7:54 AM
Comments (28)
Posted by Oliver
a resident of Val Vista
on Jun 5, 2014 at 9:42 am
a resident of Val Vista
on Jun 5, 2014 at 9:42 am
I suppose it's for the best, but it's sort of sad to see the last old saloon in town disappear. Once upon a time, P-town was a rural cow-town, full of working folks mostly, and neighborhood saloons like the Pastime were common. We've moved upscale, and overall that's an improvement, but I do sorta wish we could keep one dive joint, just for atmosphere and authenticity.
Posted by Jack
a resident of Downtown
on Jun 5, 2014 at 9:50 am
a resident of Downtown
on Jun 5, 2014 at 9:50 am
Where are the customers, employees, and office workers going to park?
Posted by Eric
a resident of Pleasanton Valley
on Jun 5, 2014 at 12:33 pm
a resident of Pleasanton Valley
on Jun 5, 2014 at 12:33 pm
Please, no more banks.
Posted by downtown shopper
a resident of Downtown
on Jun 5, 2014 at 2:19 pm
a resident of Downtown
on Jun 5, 2014 at 2:19 pm
Jack -- you hit the nail right on the head. The city is willing to, once again, become a virtual prostitute for a new building and allow the employees and customers to park within the neighborhoods surrounding the building. For a VERY small plaza, controlled by the city, they have allowed this developer to skate on the need to pay into the parking fund. Since the city will control the plaza does this mean they will keep out those morons who shriek their fire and brimstone at innocent shoppers? Not likely.
Posted by Right
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 5, 2014 at 2:40 pm
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 5, 2014 at 2:40 pm
I heard the restaurant going in was going to hire union labor. Anything to this? I won't step into the building if it is unionized. (Comment partially removed by Pleasanton Weekly Online staff as irrelevant to this thread.)
Posted by Cholo
a resident of Livermore
on Jun 5, 2014 at 3:45 pm
a resident of Livermore
on Jun 5, 2014 at 3:45 pm
(Post removed by Pleasanton Weekly Online staff.)
Posted by Cholo
a resident of Livermore
on Jun 5, 2014 at 3:47 pm
a resident of Livermore
on Jun 5, 2014 at 3:47 pm
it's my impression that motorists tend to park as close to work as possible...tee hee
Posted by Cholo Pololo Mololo
a resident of Livermore
on Jun 5, 2014 at 3:52 pm
a resident of Livermore
on Jun 5, 2014 at 3:52 pm
(Post removed by Pleasanton Weekly Online staff as irrelevant to this thread.)
Posted by Pololo Mololo
a resident of Livermore
on Jun 5, 2014 at 4:03 pm
a resident of Livermore
on Jun 5, 2014 at 4:03 pm
Finally, who really cares if anti-union nuts enter a building...what a strange comment,
I rest my case!
Posted by Formerly Dan from BC
a resident of Bridle Creek
on Jun 5, 2014 at 4:07 pm
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a resident of Bridle Creek
on Jun 5, 2014 at 4:07 pm
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Who are these guys? Anybody have any more info on them?
Web Link
Dan
Posted by Cholo
a resident of Livermore
on Jun 5, 2014 at 4:59 pm
a resident of Livermore
on Jun 5, 2014 at 4:59 pm
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Posted by MDE
a resident of Downtown
on Jun 5, 2014 at 10:23 pm
a resident of Downtown
on Jun 5, 2014 at 10:23 pm
It is a tragedy this historic landmark will be torn down. It is a very significant element of the town's history.
Posted by FnSuite
a resident of Downtown
on Jun 6, 2014 at 8:55 am
a resident of Downtown
on Jun 6, 2014 at 8:55 am
The lot has such a small footprint. why limit it to just two stories? I think Main street needs to look like Peters Avenue.
Posted by Annie M
a resident of Downtown
on Jun 6, 2014 at 10:46 am
a resident of Downtown
on Jun 6, 2014 at 10:46 am
Please no more Italian restaurants!
Posted by T to the G
a resident of Del Prado
on Jun 6, 2014 at 7:43 pm
a resident of Del Prado
on Jun 6, 2014 at 7:43 pm
How about a decent restaurant? Downtown Livermore was completely surpassed downtown Pleasanton. They have tons of great restaurants. Pleasanton is full of overpriced restaurants with no imagination or flavor. We need something like the Alehouse,Sauced, or Demitris...
Posted by John
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 7, 2014 at 10:32 am
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 7, 2014 at 10:32 am
The council putting the final stamp on removing the last old bar from Pleasanton in order to have the upscale look. Pleasanton used to remind of of Danville and Pleasanton used to be much better than Livermore. NO MORE. Pastime isn't nearly a bar like Elliots or VE club but Pleasanton wouldn't allow that to happen. Next step... Get rid of it. All Italian food, Sushi out the kazoo and no where to park. NICE!
Posted by Bill
a resident of Pleasanton Heights
on Jun 7, 2014 at 10:41 pm
a resident of Pleasanton Heights
on Jun 7, 2014 at 10:41 pm
I prefer downtown quiet. It's really no different than it's ever been. It's never been a nightlife hotspot.
I really don't see the appeal of Livermore's downtown. It's not something I'd enjoy dealing with on a daily basis.
Posted by Me Too
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 8, 2014 at 9:36 am
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on Jun 8, 2014 at 9:36 am
"We need something like the Alehouse,Sauced," - but those places serve beer and are loud. Places like those just bring in unwanted noise and trouble and would want to stay open past 9pm. Those types of businesses are only in it to serve their brand of customers and make money, they don't care about the dozens of people that several blocks away. Heck,, those places would probably advertise and try to bring in people from other towns. We can't have that.
Posted by Cholo
a resident of Livermore
on Jun 10, 2014 at 3:51 pm
a resident of Livermore
on Jun 10, 2014 at 3:51 pm
If possible...you can walk to dinner.
Posted by SUP
a resident of Amador Estates
on Aug 17, 2014 at 10:35 am
a resident of Amador Estates
on Aug 17, 2014 at 10:35 am
Anybody know when the building is coming down. What are they going to do about the toxic waste that comes out of the building.
Posted by Urban Renewal
a resident of Downtown
on Sep 24, 2014 at 11:53 am
a resident of Downtown
on Sep 24, 2014 at 11:53 am
When are they going to start tearing that eyesore down?
Posted by Drunk Again
a resident of Downtown
on Sep 30, 2014 at 8:45 am
a resident of Downtown
on Sep 30, 2014 at 8:45 am
The building is gone. So long Pastime. No more noxious smoking in front on the street. No more beer and pool. Pleasanton has lost more of its unique character. Let's have more pasta restaurants or banks downtown. Let's make Pleasanton as bland as possible.
Posted by Map
a resident of Del Prado
on Sep 30, 2014 at 7:36 pm
a resident of Del Prado
on Sep 30, 2014 at 7:36 pm
Yep, now that the building has come down we have a nice photo op of a shot at that rat hole jewelry store next door!! Crank up that bulldozer and go about another 20 feet north, sure would make for some nice parking for the new building.
Posted by Andy H
a resident of Livermore
on May 20, 2015 at 4:12 pm
a resident of Livermore
on May 20, 2015 at 4:12 pm
will they keep the tunnel intact???
Posted by mooseturd
a resident of Pleasanton Valley
on May 21, 2015 at 8:51 am
mooseturd is a registered user.
a resident of Pleasanton Valley
on May 21, 2015 at 8:51 am
mooseturd is a registered user.
@Andy H; I understand the tunnel is intact. In fact, it's been upgraded with gunite lining and new LED lights all the way to Gay 90s.
Posted by Oliver Heaviside
a resident of Val Vista
on May 21, 2015 at 10:12 am
Oliver Heaviside is a registered user.
a resident of Val Vista
on May 21, 2015 at 10:12 am
Oliver Heaviside is a registered user.
Tunnel? There's a tunnel? Tell us more!
Posted by curious
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on May 25, 2015 at 5:54 pm
a resident of Another Pleasanton neighborhood
on May 25, 2015 at 5:54 pm
Anyone know when construction is scheduled to start on this?? It will be nice to have that empty hole gone.
Posted by Name hidden
a resident of Ridgeview Commons
on Jun 5, 2017 at 8:29 pm
a resident of Ridgeview Commons
on Jun 5, 2017 at 8:29 pm
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