The Vallejo Weekly | Vol 13 | Issue 11 by cityofvallejo

ANDREW'S ANNOUNCEMENTS

A MESSAGE FROM THE CITY MANAGER

Hello Vallejo,

At a special meeting last Thursday, the City Council decided to continue to pursue a potential contract for service with the Sheriff’s Office. Through the proposed arrangement, 12 Sheriff’s Deputies would be assigned to work in Vallejo to augment the activities of the Vallejo Police Department. City staff will return to City Council in the near future with some options to fund the contract.

It was nice to celebrate Women’s History Month and Red Cross Month at last Tuesday’s City Council meeting. You’ll find the City’s Proclamation on Women’s History Month in this Vallejo Weekly. The City will be hosting a Blood Drive on May 21st. Details will be shared in a future Vallejo Weekly.

This week, the City of Vallejo opened an Extreme Weather Center (warming center) for the unhoused in our community, to test draft revised activation criteria and provide cross-training for City staff.  The City would like to thank the volunteers and staff who came out and worked shifts throughout the evening and provided donations.  If you have any questions or are interested in supporting future Extreme Weather Center activations, please email homelessness@cityofvallejo.net.

Next week, there will be a special City Council meeting to discuss homelessness and the City’s current process for encampment cleanups.

The City Council will also hold a FY 2025-2026 Budget Community Workshop on Saturday, March 22nd. Please see the flyer in this edition of the Vallejo Weekly for more details. We look forward to hearing the Community’s input on how and where to best spend taxpayer dollars.

Also, in this Vallejo Weekly, you’ll find briefs on a new sideshow deterrent project and an update on the Tobacco Retail License ordinance.

With appreciation, Andrew Murray Vallejo City Manager

STAFF BRIEFS FROM CITY MANAGER MURRAY UPDATES ON BRIEFS

Updates on Sideshow Deterrents

After much collaboration with Public Works Engineering (PW), Police (VPD) and Fire (VFD) regarding the sideshow activity at the intersection of Lewis Brown Dr. / Mini Dr. / B.W. Williams Dr., the intersection improvements will include the following elements:

Roundabout in center of subject intersection. Materials will consist of 4-inch-tall flexible curbing, 36-inch-tall yellow delineators, 8-inch round yellow botts dots and rumble strips.

Median islands on east and west sides of Lewis Brown Dr. to narrow down to only one lane. Materials will consist of Tuff Curb with 36-inch-tall yellow delineators.

Tuff curbs with 36-inch-tall yellow delineators will be used on Mini Drive and B.W. Williams Drive to narrow into a single lane approach.

Proper signage, striping and pavement markers for each approach of the intersection.

Delivery of the materials is expected to arrive March 21 – April 4.

Installation of the intersection roundabout will be completed by City crews within 5 days of receipt of all materials.

The proposed intersection improvements are expected to be completed by the beginning to mid-April.

The surrounding neighborhoods and businesses will be notified via direct mail, door-to-door delivery, community bulletin boards, social media, Vallejo Weekly and MyVallejo on City of Vallejo website.

Brief on Tobacco Retail License Ordinance

The new TRL ordinance took effect on February 7, 2025; however, the application fees were not in effect until February 28, 2025. The adopted ordinance provides that existing tobacco retailers shall submit a complete license application within 90 days (no later than May 8, 2025), in order to qualify for exemptions related to new density and proximity requirements. To ensure robust public outreach during this tight application timeline, City staff has delivered notices in the mail to directly invite all potential existing tobacco retailers (139 businesses in total) to two separate public workshops, which will be hybrid (inperson & zoom), scheduled for March 18th (6-7pm) and April 15th (6-7pm), both to be held in the Vallejo Room.

The information packets being placed in the mail includes:

• Introductory letter, informing business owners of the new TRL regulations and the process they will need to follow to submit their application (which will include a $2500 initial application fee)

• A blank application form

• Workshop notification flier, with QR code links for virtual participation

• TRL FAQ sheet, which provides a quick highlight of the new limitations/prohibitions for tobacco sales.

All of this information is also now available on the City’s website, at the following link: www.cityofvallejo. net/TRL and translation options are available on the website (top left corner of the page) if needed.

EXTREME WEATHER CENTER 2025

This week, the City of Vallejo opened an Extreme Weather Center (warming center) for the unhoused in our community at the North Vallejo Community Center.  The Extreme Weather Center opened, despite not meeting activation criteria in the current policy, so the City could test draft revised activation criteria and provide cross-training for City staff. The current activation criteria can be found at https://www.myvallejo.com/ homelessresources.

If you are interested in volunteering at future Extreme Weather Center activations or have a location that you would like to open as an Extreme Weather Center, please email homelessness@cityofvallejo.net.  Thank you to the volunteers who are turning out to support this opening and The Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD) for the use of the North Vallejo Community Center!

WORK TO BEGIN MARCH 24 & END APRIL 4

City Maintenance will be installing the following: ‘Speed Humps Ahead’ signs at both ends of Nebraska Street. 1.

Three sets of speed cushions along Nebraska Street. 2.

Three sets of ‘State Law Yield To Pedestrians Within Crosswalk’ signs on the centerline of each existing yellow ladder crosswalk. 3.

This serves as the initial step to calm traffic on Nebraska Street. Please pass the word to parents, staff, and the surrounding neighborhood.

During the installation of the traffic calming devices, temporary control will be in place and for the public traveling through to expect delays.

CITY OF VALLEJO BUDGET SURVEY

Through the City’s annual budget, the City Council identifies the revenues that the City will receive and allocates those revenues to City departments to provide public services. The annual budget covers a “fiscal year” that runs from July 1st through June 30th of the following year.

Beginning around February or March of each year, City staff and the City Council collaborate to develop the annual budget. Staff and the City Council rely on community input to guide the budget development process.

The City will be using additional mechanisms to gather community input as part of the development of the fiscal year (FY) 2025-2026 budget, including a community survey and workshops.

Please share your input on what services the City should prioritize and where you think challenges and opportunities lie by completing the FY 2025-2026 budget survey.

CITY OF VALLEJO ENCUESTA DE PRESUPUESTO

A través del presupuesto anual de la Ciudad, el Concejo Municipal identifica los ingresos que recibirá la Ciudad y asigna esos ingresos a los departamentos de la Ciudad para proporcionar servicios públicos. El presupuesto anual cubre un "año fiscal" que va desde el 1 de julio hasta el 30 de junio del año siguiente.

A partir de febrero o marzo de cada año, el personal de la Ciudad y el Concejo Municipal colaboran para desarrollar el presupuesto anual. El personal y el Concejo Municipal confían en los aportes de la comunidad para guiar el proceso de desarrollo del presupuesto.

La Ciudad utilizará mecanismos adicionales para recopilar comentarios de la comunidad como parte del desarrollo del presupuesto del año fiscal (FY) 2025-2026, incluida una encuesta comunitaria y talleres.

Comparta su opinión sobre qué servicios debe priorizar la Ciudad y dónde cree que se encuentran los desafíos y las oportunidades completando la encuesta de presupuesto para el año fiscal 2025-2026.

CITY OF VALLEJO BADYET-SURVEY

Mangyaring ibahagi ang iyong input sa kung anong mga serbisyo ang dapat unahin ng Lungsod at kung saan sa palagay mo nakasalalay ang mga hamon at pagkakataon sa pamamagitan ng pagkumpleto ng survey sa badyet ng FY 2025 2026. Ang taunang badyet ay sumasaklaw sa isang "taon ng piskal" na tumatakbo mula Hulyo 1 hanggang Hunyo 30 ng susunod na taon.

Simula sa paligid ng Pebrero o Marso ng bawat taon, ang mga kawani ng Lungsod at ang Sangguniang Panlungsod ay nakikipagtulungan upang bumuo ng taunang badyet. Umaasa ang mga kawani at Sangguniang Panlungsod sa input ng komunidad upang gabayan ang proseso ng pag unlad ng badyet.

Ang Lungsod ay gagamit ng karagdagang mekanismo upang mangalap ng input ng komunidad bilang bahagi ng pag unlad ng badyet ng piskal na taon (FY) 2025 2026, kabilang ang isang survey at mga workshop sa komunidad.

Mangyaring ibahagi ang iyong input sa kung anong mga serbisyo ang dapat unahin ng Lungsod at kung saan sa palagay mo ang mga hamon at pagkakataon ay namamalagi sa pamamagitan ng pagkumpleto ng survey sa badyet ng FY 2025 2026.

Take the survey here or scan the QR code.

C I T Y O F V A L L E J O

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A D M I N I S T R A T I O N

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2025-26

budget community workshop FY

22 MaRCH, 2025 10:00am Vallejo Room (below JFK Library)

Please join our FY 2025-26 Budget Community Workshop! The City Council and City Staff will present Budget data and proposals. Provide your input and help shape Vallejo's future!

FRIDAY, MARCH 14 11 a.m.

VALLEJO FERRY TERMINAL 289 MARE ISLAND WAY

VALLEJO, CA

TO R E

Soroptimist International of Vallejo is again providing college scholarships to women and girls living in Vallejo who are graduating from High School and who plan to attend a 4-year university or a community college.

SEND COMP LETED D OCUMENTS TO s iovjo@ hotmail .com

Soroptimist is a global organization that provides women and girls with access to the education and training they need to achieve economic empowerment.

Applicants are evaluated on financial need, academic achievement, community involvement, and personal goals. Selection process will include a personal interview.

Access the application at sivallejo.org under "Documents: Download Here". Only electronic submittals will be accepted. Please submit application with transcripts, letters of recommendations and financial worksheet together.

AWARDS FROM $1,000 TO $5,000

APR IL 15

DEADLINE

SEND COMP LETED D OCUMENTS TO s iovjo@ hotmail .com

Soroptimist International of Vallejo is again providing college scholarships to women and girls living in Vallejo who are graduating from High School and wh o plan to attend a trade school or professional school.

Applicants are evaluated on financial need, academic achievement, community involvement, and personal goals. Selection process will include a personal interview.

MIHPF Events

MIHPF offers a wide range of public events, from beautiful concerts to fascinating lectures. These events add to a full program of public tours and private events offered by MIHPF. Find out more at MIHPF.org.

Speaker Series: Cryptology

Sun., March 2 - 3pm

Author Ralph Simpson will discuss over 2000 years of cipher evolution, starting with Julius Caesar.

Location: St. Peter’s Chapel, Mare Island

Open Mare Island

Sun., March 9, 12noon - 2pm

Pick up your map & a free cup of coffee at The Quarters, then take a self guided tour of Mare Island, stopping at 4 Docent-staffed info tables.

Location: 1100 Railroad Ave., Mare Island

St. Patrick’s Day Concert!

Sun., March 16 - 3pm

Enjoy a festive St. Patrick's Day celebration at this concert by Irish singer Robert Scott followed by a beer in our beer garden.

Location: St. Peter’s Chapel, Mare Island For info and tickets visit MIHPF.org/events

DIGITAL MARKETING CAREER PROGRAM

Resource Connect Solano Partners with United Way Bay Area to Expand 2-1-1 Access

As of March 3, Resource Connect Solano (RCS) is proud to announce its official partnership with United Way Bay Area, expanding access to Coordinated Entry System services. Now, individuals in Solano County experiencing or at risk of homelessness can simply call or text 2-1-1 to connect with vital resources.

RCS streamlines access to housing and supportive services, helping individuals navigate both immediate and long-term housing needs. Through the Coordinated Entry System, RCS identifies and facilitates the most appropriate response to each person’s unique situation.

Thanks to this new partnership, callers to 2-1-1 will be able to complete an intake and assessment in real-time with a United Way Bay Area Call Center Specialist available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This around-the-clock access marks a significant step forward in ensuring that those in need can connect to services whenever they need them day or night.

The 2-1-1 Bay Area Database includes a comprehensive network of non-profit and governmental agencies offering health and human services across the region. This confidential service is available to the public in English, Spanish, and 140 other languages. Whether for everyday needs or during times of crisis, 2-1-1 provides streamlined access to essential services such as:

• Food and shelter

• Counseling and mental health support

• Drug and alcohol intervention

• Employment assistance

• Volunteer and community support opportunities

If your organization provides health or human services and would like to be included in the 2-1-1 Bay Area Database, Click here to learn more.

Flyers with additional information are available at the City of Vallejo’s Homeless Resource page in Español, and Filipino.

For more information, email RCS@caminar.org

UPCOMING GVRD COMMUNITY EVENTS

Join the fun with youth and family events by the Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD). The GVRD Main Office at 395 Amador St is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m for registrations and reservations. GVRD Board and Committee Meetings are held at 401 Amador St. To pre-register or find more information, visit www.gvrd.org, call (707) 6484600, or email recreation@gvrd.org. Click here to check our latest job openings.

View the Spring 2025 Activity Guide for more programs, events, classes and activities!

GVRD PROM BOUTIQUE

Friday, March 14, 2025, 6:30-7:30 PM

This is a FREE community event!

Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St.

Ages 14-18

We have a variety of dresses, suits and prom items available for any your person interested in adding a special piece to their prom night outfit. Come in, look around, and take any item that sparks our interest. The event will be held while supplies last. Advanced registration is encouraged, but walk-ins will be welcomed!

FISHING IN THE CITY

Saturday, March 29, 2025, 8:00-11:00 AM

This is a FREE community event!

Lake Chabot at Dan Foley Park

Ages 7-15

The Fishing Clinic is intended to teach participants how to fish. They will learn basic skills such as: casting, knot tying, putting a worm on the hook, safety, and watershed education.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!

UPCOMING GVRD COMMUNITY EVENTS

SENIOR SOCIAL: COFFEE, PASTRIES, GAMES & CHATS

Every 2nd Wednesday of the Month, Wed, 8:30-10:30 AM

This is a FREE community event!

Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St.

Ages 55+

Join us for a fun and relaxed morning of socializing, coffee, and light activities! Our Senior Social takes place once a month on the second Wednesday, from 8:30 to 10:30 AM. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee, delicious pastries, and a variety of puzzles and games while meeting new friends. It's a wonderful way to start your day and make new connections in a welcoming environment. Best of all, it’s completely free! We hope to see you there! Coffee is sponsored by a local Starbucks, pastries from local businesses, and games and puzzles are provided by GVRD.

Registration Optional!

EASTER FEST (ADAPTIVE RECREATION)

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Resident: $10

Nonresident: $12

Children's Wonderland, 360 Glenn St.

This is an adaptive activity designed specifically for individuals with unique abilities as well as their friends and family.

Thumper, the Easter Bunny, is coming to town early for our Adaptive Recreation Community. There will be an egg hunt, photo opportunities, a visit from the Easter Bunny, and games. Meet Thumper and have fun! Don not forget your Easter basket!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: pio@cityofvallejo.net

City of Vallejo

THE CITY OF VALLEJO CONTINUES TO ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FOR BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS

VALLEJO, CA – The City of Vallejo is requesting applications to serve on a number of the City’s boards, commissions and committees. Vallejo residents who are interested in serving on an advisory body are invited to submit an application and supplemental questionnaire for consideration.

There are currently openings on the following boards, commissions, and committees: (click links to access applications)

• Beautification Commission: 1 vacancy (term to expire 6/30/28)

• Code Enforcement Appeals Board: 2 vacancies (terms to expire 12/31/25)

• Commission on Culture & Arts: 2 vacancies (terms to expire 12/31/28)

• Design Review Board – 1 vacancy (term to expire 6/30/28)

• Economic Development Commission – 1 vacancy (term to expire 6/30/26)

• Housing & Community Development Commission – 3 vacancies (1 term to expire 6/30/25, 1 term to expire 6/30/27 and 1 term to expire 6/30/28)

• Housing Authority – 2 tenant commissioners (terms to expire 12/31/26)

• Both tenant commissioners must be in the Housing Choice Voucher Program and 1 must be 62 years of age or older

• Marina Advisory Committee – 2 berther vacancies (1 term to expire 6/30/26 and 1 term to expire 6/30/25)

• Measure P Oversight Committee (MPOC) – Districts 4 & 6 only (District 4 term to expire 10/10/25 and District 6 term to expire 10/10/26)

• Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee – 1 member & 3 alternate vacancies (terms to expire 6/30/25)

• Police Oversight & Accountability Commission (POAC) -District 1 member only (term to expire 2/27/28)

• Surveillance Advisory Board (SAB) – Districts 1, 3 & 6 and 1 At-Large Members only (terms to expire 1/2/29)

• SolTrans Public Advisory Committee – 3 Vallejo representative vacancies (4 year appointment terms)

For City Boards and Commissions, except for the Beautification Commission, Commission on Culture + Arts, Marina Advisory Committee, Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee, and the Surveillance Advisory Board, all appointed members must complete and file a Statement of Economic Interests, Form 700, within 30 days of appointment. All City Board and Commission members must complete AB 1234 Ethics training and file a Certificate of Completion within 30 days of appointment.

In most instances, to be eligible for appointment, applicants must be residents of the City of Vallejo. Information regarding the duties of each board and commission and specific criteria for appointment may be found within each application. With some exceptions, appointments are typically for a term of 4 years.

The application period for all but MPOC, POAC and SAB will remain open until 2 p.m., Friday, March 28. Applicant interviews for all other vacancies have been confirmed. The City Clerk will contact you if your application is received on or before the March 28 deadline.

MPOC, POAC, and SAB applications will remain open until 5 p.m., Friday, April 18. Applicant interviews for MPOC, POAC, and SAB are scheduled for Wednesday evening, April 23.

Applicants must attend the interview to be considered for appointment on a board or commission.

Application forms and supplemental questionnaires are accessible in several ways:

• The City’s website, located on the Boards and Commissions page

• At City Hall, Office of the City Clerk, 555 Santa Clara Street, 3rd Floor, Vallejo, CA

• By Email at dawn.abrahamson@cityofvallejo.net, or by phone at (707) 648-4527

• By UP Postal Mail: City of Vallejo, C/O City Clerk, PO Box 3068, Vallejo, CA 94590

Click here for the press release https://conta.cc/4eSt0TI

NOW Hiring

UTILITY SUPERVISOR

Closing Date: 04/07/2025

Department: Water - Public Works

Salary: $88,936.02 - $108,102.38 Annually

CODE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

Closing Date: 03/17/2025

Department: Planning and Development Services, Code Enforcement Division

Salary: $69,631.95 - $84,638.11 Annually

MAINTENANCE WORKER I-II

Closing Date: 03/18/2025

Department: Public Works

Salary: $53,173.33 - $71,242.70 Annually

To see more openings with the City of Vallejo and apply, CLICK HERE.

JFK Library Upcoming Events

LIBRARY HOURS

MONDAY - THURSDAY 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

FRIDAY - SATURDAY 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

SUNDAY 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

THURSDAY, MAR 13

• 10:00-11:00 AM Stay & Play @ JFK - Vallejo JFK Library Playgroup

• 3:00-7:00 PM The Makery - Balancing Sculptures

• 5:30-8:00 PM Teen Empowerment Workshopwith Club Stride

• 6:00-7:00 PM Adult Craft Club - Make it Together: Polymer Clay Charms

FRIDAY, MAR 14

• 2:00-4:45 PM The Makery - Balancing Sculptures

SATURDAY, MAR 15

• 10:00-11:00 AM Healing Through Sound: Sound Bath Meditation - Creating Safe Spaces for Trauma Healing

• 11:00 AM-2:00 PM Dungeons & DragonsSaturdays @ the JFK Library using Roll20 and Discord.

• 12:00-1:00 PM Local Author Visit - Nicole Goltiao

• 1:00-3:00 PM St. Patrick's Day Paint-Along

MONDAY, MAR 17

• 6:00-7:00 PM Cardio Fitness

• 6:30-7:30 PM Emotions Anonymous Vallejo InPerson Group

TUESDAY, MAR 18

• 9:30-10:30 AM Baby Bounce

• 10:30-11:30 AM Family Storytime

• 3:00-7:00 PM The Makery - Oobleck

• 6:00-7:00 PM Sahaja Yoga

WEDNESDAY, MAR 19

• 10:30-11:30 AM Bilingual Storytime

• 4:00-5:00 PM Read to a Dog

• 4:00-6:00 PM Homework Help Center - K-8th grade tutoring

• 5:00-5:30 PM Pound Workout

• 5:30-7:30 PM Lawyers in the Library

For more information about the JFK Library, Click Here!

SUNDAY BRUNCH & MUSIC

Kick off your Sunday at the Empress Marquee Club with a delightful brunch featuring freshly baked bagels, rich cream cheese, and tempting breakfast cakes in a cozy atmosphere. Enjoy live entertainment by musician Chris Cole, who plays everything from Sinatra to Led Zeppelin, along with pianist Wayne Fettig. Whether you're catching up with friends or treating yourself, this is the perfect way to start your day— come hungry and leave happy!

mar 16, 2025 | 11:30AM-2:00pm

CHRIS JAMES & PATRICK RYAN

Chris James and Patrick Rynn are key figures in the traditional Blues movement, known for their dynamic band and global tours. Their 2008 debut CD, *Stop and Think About It,* received a Blues Music Award nomination and won a Blues Blast Music Award for Best New Artist Debut. Notable track “Mister Coffee” earned a Blues Blast Award nomination and placed third in the Independent Music Awards. Their 2010 album, *Gonna Boogie Anyway,* further increased their acclaim, with Patrick nominated four times for Best Blues Bassist. Their latest album, *Barrelhouse Stomp,* showcases their Chicago Blues

mar 19, 2025 | 6:30-8:30pm

INDIE AFTER DARK: STING RAZE WITH MOTHBALL FLEET

Sting Raze is a San Francisco-based trio fusing electronic, garage rock, and psychedelic sounds. Mothball Fleet brings heavy, hypnotic rhythms and haunting melodies, like a ghost ship sailing through fog-laden waters. Their music is a journey through uncharted sonic landscapes, promising an unforgettable live experience.

mar 20, 2025 | 6:30-10:00pm

FOREVERLAND

Foreverland: The Electrifying Tribute to Michael Jackson honors the King of Pop's legacy through dynamic performances of iconic hits like “I Want You Back,” “Don’t Stop Till You Get Enough,” “Smooth Criminal,” and “Thriller,” without impersonations. With powerful vocalists and a vibrant rhythm and horn section, the show captivates both die-hard fans and younger audiences, bringing Michael Jackson's spirit to life night after night.

mar 22, 2025 | 8:00-10:30pm

Steve Freund & Matthew Skoller

Guitarist and producer Steve Freund, praised by Rolling Stone for his "masterful guitar work," has played a key role in the blues scene since starting his career in Chicago. He worked with legends like Hubert Sumlin and was the main guitarist for Sunnyland Slim until 1978. Freund is also known for accompanying artists like Pinetop Perkins and James Cotton. He will perform with renowned harmonica player Matthew Skoller in upcoming shows.

mar 26, 2025 | 6:30-8:30pm

johnny steele & friends

Johnny Steele is a talented comedian, writer, event host, speaker, and broadcaster. He has performed stand-up across North America and internationally, with appearances at the Just for Laughs Comedy Festival in Montreal and SketchFest in San Francisco. As a winner of the San Francisco Comedy Competition, he has also hosted radio and TV shows and written humor for clients like Robin Williams, CEOs, and municipalities. He will be joined by special guest comedians and musicians.

mar 28, 2025 | 7:30-9:00pm

Mare Island Historic Park Foundation presents

Speaker Series

The Magic of the Organ

Sunday April 13, 2025 @ 4pm St. Peter’s Chapel, Mare Island

Join us for The Magic of the Organ and immerse yourself in the inspiring sounds of St. Peter’s Chapel's historic pipe organ, expertly maintained by Schoenstein & Co., renowned organ builders since 1877. Presenters include Jack Bethards, Schoenstein's Chairman and Tonal Advisor, along with skilled organists Bret Barner and Dotty Schenk. The event will explore the organ's rich history and evolution, featuring live performances that showcase its remarkable tonal capabilities. Experience a unique blend of history and music, celebrating the beauty and artistry of this magnificent instrument.

Tickets:

Members - Discounts available with your discount code (Please email admin@mihpf.org for your code)

Advanced Tickets - $15

At the Door - $20

All proceeds benefit the Foundation

BUY TICKETS HERE: https://www.mihpf.org/events

Are you warming up to the idea of solar power for your home?

Symbium and Vallejo are proud to announce the launch of instant permits for residential solar and battery storage systems. This groundbreaking platform by Symbium verifies code compliance in real time and automates the issuance of solar and energy storage permits, lowering the costs for permit applicants and homeowners and increasing the speed of installing residential solar energy systems in Vallejo.

launch of instant permits for residential solar and platform by Symbium verifies code compliance and energy storage permits, lowering the costs increasing the speed of installing residential solar energy systems in Vallejo.

Benefits of instant solar permits:

The automatic analysis of code compliance necessary safety and regulatory standards, decreases costs for homeowners and permit applicants, and increases the speed of solar

greenhouse gas emissions by furthering its goal of supporting the installation of small-scale

The automatic analysis of code compliance requirements and instant permit issuance not only ensures that every application meets the necessary safety and regulatory standards, decreases costs for homeowners and permit applicants, and increases the speed of solar installations. It also helps the City reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by furthering its goal of supporting the installation of small-scale renewable energy systems by identifying and eliminating procedural barriers and by training staff to facilitate the permitting process in as smooth a manner as possible.

barriers and by training staff to facilitate the permitting process in as smooth a manner as possible.

Kristin Pollot, Vallejo's Planning & Development Services Director, expressed enthusiasm for the launch, stating, "With this new online platform, Vallejo will not only be able to continue to ensure compliance with California’s SB379 solar permitting mandate, but it will also reinforce the City's position as a committed long-term partner in fostering and promoting renewable energy adoption, while prioritizing efficiency, safety, and sustainability."

Kristin Pollot, Vallejo's Planning & Development launch, stating, "With this new online platform, permitting mandate, but it will also reinforce the in fostering and promoting renewable energy adoption, while prioritizing efficiency, safety, and sustainability."

How to apply for instant permits in Vallejo using Symbium:

To get started with applying for a residential solar permit in Vallejo, visit https://symbium.com/

To get started with applying for a residential solar visit

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El Condado de Solano y CAP Solano JPA se han asociado con United Way California Capital Region para ayudar a prevenir la falta de vivienda en nuestras comunidades.

Keep People Housed – Solano es un programa que puede brindar asistencia financiera para pagar la renta, servicios públicos, depósitos de seguridad o costos de mudanza, así como referencias legales y otros servicios para evitar que los residentes del Condado de Solano se queden sin hogar.

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Former Vallejo Manufactured Gas Plant

Curtola Parkway and Sonoma Boulevard, Vallejo

Environmental Project Update

February 2025

Project Overview

In spring and summer 2025, PG&E is scheduled to complete the restoration of the boat launch parking lot, which is a portion of the larger 26-acre City of Vallejo-owned property at the corner of Curtola Parkway and Sonoma Boulevard (site). From 20212023, PG&E addressed environmental impacts at the site associated with a former manufactured gas plant (MGP) that operated from 1872 to 1930. The cleanup work was completed under the oversight of the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC).

PG&E is returning to the site in February 2025 to conduct post-remediation sampling under DTSC oversight and then will complete the remaining boat launch parking lot restoration activities in accordance with permits from the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) and the City of Vallejo. This work supports preparing the site for future redevelopment by the City of Vallejo.

Boat Launch Parking Lot Restoration Work

In fall/winter 2024, PG&E completed backfilling, grading and paving work at the boat launch parking lot area. This spring/summer, PG&E will conduct the remaining restoration work. Work will occur Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. When necessary, work may extend to 7:00 p.m. or occur on Saturdays. Work includes installing:

• Electrical equipment and vehicle charging stations

• New lighting fixtures

• New landscaping and fencing

• New public restrooms

• Striping of parking lot pavements

• Concrete sidewalks, curbs and accessibility ramps

• Utilities upgrades and connections

New paving in the boat launch parking lot area.

An artist rendering of the restored boat launch parking lot.

All work will occur in the boat launch parking lot area (see Figure 1), with some staging of equipment and supplies inside the larger enclosed City-owned property at the end of Mono Street and occasional activities in Curtola Parkway associated with required utilities upgrades and connections. Community members can expect to see a field crew of 10-30 individuals working with trucks and other construction equipment to support installation activities. You may experience some noise and truck traffic during this work.

PG&E is committed to the safety of the community, and all work will be conducted in accordance with a site-specific Health and Safety Plan that includes measures to minimize any potential construction impacts. Best management practices will be in place to control dust, and real-time air monitoring will be performed during the work to protect the surrounding community. Traffic control measures like flaggers and signage will be used for vehicle and pedestrian safety when trucks are entering and exiting the boat launch parking lot. The boat launch parking lot will remain closed until construction work is complete.

Post-Remediation Monitoring – February - March 2025

As required in the DTSC-approved cleanup plan, PG&E is conducting post-remediation soil gas (air between grains of soil) and groundwater sampling to document post-remediation conditions The first round of soil gas sampling was completed in fall 2024, and PG&E is returning in February 2025 to install 10 new soil gas probes at 8 locations (see Figure 2) in the boat launch parking lot to support collecting and analyzing a second round of soil gas samples.

In late February/March 2025, PG&E crews will install and sample 10 groundwater monitoring wells to depths of 14 to 18 feet across the site (see Figure 2). Groundwater sampling will continue quarterly for the first year and then semiannually until DTSC determines no further groundwater monitoring is needed.

We do not anticipate this work will impact our neighbors, but you may hear some minor noise while crews use small truck-mounted drill rigs at sampling locations. PG&E and DTSC will notify the community before sampling work begins.

Property Reuse

PG&E is focused on working with DTSC to complete the post-remediation and site closure process. We anticipate this will take a minimum of two years. After DTSC certifies that all environmental work is complete, PG&E will return the property to the City of Vallejo, which will then make any decisions regarding redevelopment. PG&E is not involved in the City’s redevelopment plans and we encourage you to contact the City directly for more information regarding future development of the property

A worker collects soil vapor samples in fall 2024.

For More Information

We welcome your input. For more information, please contact the toll-free PG&E Environmental Remediation Response Line at (866) 247-0581 or remediation@pge.com. You can also visit the project website at: www.pge.com/vallejo-mgp

Figure 1 – A map showing the boat launch parking lot restoration area

Figure 2 – A map showing the locations of soil gas probes and groundwater monitoring wells to be installed.

Antigua Planta de Gas Manufacturado de Vallejo

Curtola Parkway and Sonoma Boulevard, Vallejo

Informe de Actualización Ambiental del Proyecto

Febrero de 2025

Resumen del proyecto

En la primavera y el verano de 2025, PG&E tiene programado completar la restauración del estacionamiento del embarcadero, que es una parte de la propiedad más grande de 26 acres propiedad de la Ciudad de Vallejo en la Esquina de Curtola Parkway and Sonoma Boulevard (Sitio). De 20212023, PG&E trató los impactos ambientales en el Sitio asociados con una antigua planta de gas manufacturado (MGP) que operó de 1872 a 1930. Los trabajos de limpieza se completaron bajo la supervisión del Departamento de Control de Sustancias Tóxicas de California (DTSC, por sus siglas en inglés).

Representación artística del estacionamiento del embarcadero restaurado

PG&E regresará al sitio en febrero de 2025 para llevar a cabo un muestreo posterior a la limpieza bajo la supervisión del DTSC y, después, completará las actividades restantes de restauración del estacionamiento del embarcadero de acuerdo con los permisos de la Comisión de Conservación y Desarrollo de la Bahía de San Francisco (BCDC, por sus siglas en inglés) y la Ciudad de Vallejo. Estos trabajos contribuyen a preparar el Sitio para su futura reurbanización por parte de la Ciudad de Vallejo

Trabajos de restauración del estacionamiento del embarcadero

En el otoño/invierno de 2024, PG&E completó los trabajos de relleno, nivelación y pavimentación en el área de estacionamiento del embarcadero. Esta primavera/verano, PG&E llevará a cabo los trabajos de restauración restantes. Estos trabajos se harán de lunes a viernes de 7:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. Cuando sea necesario, los trabajos pueden extenderse hasta las 7:00 p.m. o los sábados. Los trabajos incluyen la instalación de:

• Equipo eléctrico y estaciones de carga de vehículos

• Nuevas luminarias

• Nueva jardinería y cercado

• Nuevos baños públicos

Nueva pavimentación en la zona del estacionamiento del embarcadero.

• Trazado de líneas en las acercas del estacionamiento

• Aceras, bordillos y rampas de accesibilidad de concreto

• Mejoras y conexiones de servicios públicos

Todos los trabajos se llevarán a cabo en la zona de estacionamiento del embarcadero (véase la Figura 1), con la colocación de suministros y equipo en el interior de la propiedad municipal al final de Mono Street y actividades ocasionales en Curtola Parkway relacionadas con las mejoras y conexiones necesarias de los servicios públicos. Los miembros de la comunidad pueden esperar ver un equipo de campo de 10- 30 personas que trabajan con camiones y otro equipo de construcción para apoyar las actividades de instalación. Es posible que haya algo de ruido y tráfico de camiones durante estos trabajos. PG&E está comprometida con la seguridad de la comunidad, y todos los trabajos se llevarán a cabo de acuerdo con un Plan de Salud y Seguridad específico para el Sitio que incluye medidas para minimizar cualquier posible impacto de la construcción. Se aplicarán las mejores prácticas de manejo para controlar el polvo y se realizará un control del aire en tiempo real durante los trabajos para proteger a la comunidad circundante. Se utilizarán medidas de control del tráfico, como trabajadores con banderines y señalización, para garantizar la seguridad de vehículos y peatones cuando los camiones entren y salgan del estacionamiento del embarcadero. El estacionamiento permanecerá cerrado hasta que finalicen los trabajos.

Monitoreo posterior a la remediación – febrero-marzo de 2025

Como se requiere en el plan de limpieza aprobado por el DTSC, PG&E está llevando a cabo un muestreo del gas del suelo (aire entre las partículas del suelo) y de las aguas subterráneas posterior a la limpieza para documentar las condiciones posteriores a esta. La primera ronda de muestreo de gas del suelo se completó en el otoño de 2024, y PG&E volverá en febrero de 2025 para instalar 10 nuevas sondas de gas del suelo en 8 lugares (véase Figura 2) en el estacionamiento del embarcadero para apoyar la recolección y análisis de una segunda ronda de muestras de gas del suelo.

Un trabajador recoge muestras de vapor del suelo en otoño de 2024

A finales de febrero/marzo de 2025, los equipos de trabajadores de PG&E instalarán y tomarán muestras de 10 pozos de monitoreo de aguas subterráneas a profundidades de 14 a 18 pies en todo el Sitio (véase la Figura 2). El muestreo de aguas subterráneas continuará trimestralmente durante el primer año y luego semestralmente hasta que el DTSC determine que ya no es necesario monitorear las aguas subterráneas. No prevemos que estos trabajos afecten a nuestros vecinos, pero es posible que se oiga un poco de ruido mientras los trabajadores utilizan pequeñas perforadoras montadas en camiones en los lugares de muestreo. PG&E y el DTSC notificarán a la comunidad antes de que comiencen los trabajos de muestreo.

Reutilización de la propiedad

PG&E está centrada en trabajar con el DTSC para completar el proceso después de la limpieza y cierre del Sitio. Anticipamos que esto tomará un mínimo de dos años. Una vez que el DTSC certifique que se han completado todos los trabajos ambientales, PG&E devolverá la propiedad a la Ciudad de Vallejo, que tomará entonces las decisiones relativas a la reurbanización. PG&E no participa en los planes de reurbanización de la ciudad y lo animamos a que se comunique directamente con la ciudad para obtener más información sobre el futuro desarrollo de la propiedad

Para más información

Agradecemos sus comentarios. Para obtener más información, comuníquese con la línea gratuita de Respuesta de Remediación Ambiental de PG&E al (866) 247-0581 o remediation@pge.com También puede visitar el sitio web del proyecto en: www.pge.com/vallejo-mgp.

1 – Mapa de la zona de restauración del estacionamiento del embarcadero.

2 – Mapa que muestra el lugar de las sondas de gas del suelo y los pozos de monitoreo de las aguas subterráneas que se instalarán.

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The city of Vallejo Broadband Service Vallejonet is Now VIP Fiber

The City of Vallejo is excited to announce that its municipal broadband service, previously known as "VallejoNet," has been rebranded as "VIP Fiber."

This rebranding initiative is part of the City's ongoing efforts to position Vallejo as a hub for technological innovation and to demonstrate its commitment to providing high-quality, reliable internet service to residents and businesses.

Community-owned internet service providers (ISPs) are focused on the needs and interests of local residents rather than profit-driven motives. The profits generated remain within the community, fostering local growth, job creation, and economic development VIP Fiber is dedicated to upholding net neutrality principles, ensuring that everyone has equal access to information on the internet.

Local businesses currently using VIP Fiber include Brooks & Co. Real Estate, Aardvarks Adventureland, Vegan Mob, Fusion Pizza, Don Ramon Authentic Mexican Food, and many more! You, too, can be a part of VIP Fiber.

Explore your local ISP and request a quote today to experience the premium internet service offered by VIP Fiber. Join Vallejo in its mission to lead technological advancements in the region while enjoying fast and affordable internet!

Stay updated with the latest news, events, and updates by following our social media accounts on Instagram and Facebook! For additional information and documentation, please visit www.myvallejo.com/broadband.

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HOST: Greater Vallejo Recreation District

ADDRESS : 401 Amador Street, Vallejo CA 94590

Greater Vallejo Park, Recreation and Open Space Foundation received a grant from the Impact Library Program. The Amador Street location sees lots of daily foot traffic: teens walking to/from school, families stopping at the recreation office to register for classes, seniors and adults visiting the center. Having a little free library at this site will allow a wide range of community members to have easy access to books without having to travel to other locations.

Here’s how it works :

• We initially stock the Little Free Library with a variety of books

• You stop by and take whatever catches your eye

• You bring books to contribute when you can

Visit www.littlefreelibrary.org for more information

Little Free Library # 193358