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ANDREW'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
A MESSAGE FROM THE CITY MANAGER
Hello Vallejo!
As the weather warms up again, it’s time to start planning for all the fun events the City offers this summer, including the Bay Area Butterfly Festival and 4th of July Parade. You’ll find information on these events in the Vallejo Weekly, including how to register to participate in the parade! Also, please note that the date for the City of Vallejo Blood Drive has changed from May 21st to May 23. The Red Cross apologizes for the need to change the date due to equipment issues, but please check out the flyer in this Weekly to sign up for an appointment if you haven’t already done so.
Please enjoy the short article on musical artist LaRussell riding SolTrans and engaging with local leaders and the community. You will also find a staff spotlight for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage
Month, along with other fun events that took place this past week such as our staff Public Works Week celebration and a visit from Future Leadership Vallejo to City Hall.
As you may have seen in the City Council meeting Tuesday, Public Works and our Planning Department have many upcoming projects that will continue through the summer, such as working with our partners to improve SR-37, Fairgrounds Drive, and SR29. We will be providing more Staff Briefs in the coming weeks with updates on these key projects.
With appreciation,
Andrew Murray Vallejo City Manager
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Solano Public Health is hosting a FREE Vaccine Clinic
Thursday, May 29th from 2 to 5 PM at Solano County Public Health, RM 2109, 355 Tuolumne St, 2nd Floor, Vallejo, CA 94590 for the following vaccines:
• Kindergarten Vaccines for 4-6 years: DTaP*, Polio*, MMR*, Varicella*, Hep B*
• Tdap* for 10 years & older
• Flu for 6 months & older
• COVID-19* for 6 months & older
Eligibility requirements may apply. For more information, call the Solano County Immunization Coordinator at 707-553-5526 or visit Solano Public Health
REGISTRATION for the JULY 4TH PARADE
Vallejo’s grand July 4th Parade is calling your name!
The largest in Solano County, drawing more than 20,000 spectators eager to celebrate the 4th in style. This year will commemorate the 170th anniversary!
Whether you’re part of a club, team, organization, or business, this is your chance to march, drive, or roll through the streets of downtown Vallejo, soaking in the cheers of patriotic fans. The parade kicks off at 10:00 AM on Friday, July 4, starting at El Dorado & Tennessee St, traveling on Sonoma Blvd, and finishing on Georgia Street in Vallejo’s historic district.
“Being in the July 4th Parade is a great way to show your patriotism and promote your business or organization,” says Shelee Loughmiller, Volunteer Chair of the Parade Committee. “You’ll have thousands of flag-waving spectators to cheer you on, and it’s a really fun thing to do, too!”
Spots fill up fast—secure yours before June 26, 2025!
Email: specialevents@cityofvallejo.net
Call: Shelee Loughmiller at (707) 648-8616
Let’s make this July 4th unforgettable—will we see you in the parade?
The Solano County Fair is now accepting applications for vendors, nonprofits, community groups and entertainers to participate in the Solano County Fair this year
https://scfair.org/2025-solano-county-fair/
900 Fairgrounds Dr. 707-551-2000
contactus@scfair.org
Attention Vallejo Business Owners! Secure Your Grant Before It’s Gone!
Have you taken steps to enhance the security of your business or nonprofit since January 1, 2023? Installed cameras? Reinforced doors or windows? Upgraded your alarm system? If so, you may be eligible for a reimbursement grant of up to $3,000!
The City of Vallejo has officially launched the third round of funding for the Hardening Grant Program, dedicated to helping small businesses recover security-related expenses. With $125,000 in funding available, now is the perfect time to apply!
Are You Eligible? To qualify you must
• Operate a business or nonprofit in Vallejo with a physical storefront
• Have a valid, active Vallejo business license at the time of application
• Employ 20 or fewer staff members
• Receipts for purchases (NOT for future work) made between 01/1/23 to 05/21/25 are required
• Businesses who received grants in Rounds 1 & 2 of are NOT eligible Act Fast – Applications Close May 21!
The clock is ticking! Grants will be distributed via a lottery system, and recipients will be announced in June.
Don’t miss your chance to get reimbursed for the improvements you’ve already made!
For more details or to apply, visit the Economic Development section of the City of Vallejo’s website HERE or call 707-649-3510
Ready to apply? Click HERE to submit your application online!
Let’s secure your business and your funds—apply NOW before time runs out!
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Students with Future Leadership Vallejo had the opportunity to learn what it takes to be on the City Council last week as they worked with Councilmembers Matulac and Gordon as well as Mayor Sorce. To learn more about this exciting program visit https:// www.leadershipvallejo.org/lvyouth
City of Vallejo Blood Drive - NEW date
505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo, CA 94590, Below library | Friday, May 23, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
If you have already signed up for 5/21, there is no need to re-register. e Red Cross has re-entered the appointments and it should be showing in the donor le. For 5/23 new sign-ups & registration use the link below or QR Code. and
To make an appointment, please log on to RedCrossBlood.org and enter the sponsor Code: cityofvallejo or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or click the link or scan the QR code above https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=cityofvallejo
If you have questions regarding your eligibility to donate blood, please call 1-866-236- 3276 or click on this link: https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/how-to-donate/eligibility-requirements.html
To save time while saving a life, please ll out a Rapidpass. For more info, please visit redcrossblood.org/Rapidpass Appointments and Identi cation are required. Donors will receive a limited-edition Red Cross solar lantern, while supplies last!
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N o c o n t r a c t s & f e e s .
J u s t f a s t i n t e r n e t .
L o c a l l y o w n e d a n d o p e r a t e d r i g h t h e r e i n V a l l e j o !
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Firefighter / Paramedic - Closing Date 7/18/2025
Water Maintenance Worker I/II - Closing Date 5/19/2025
Housing Specialist I/II - Closing Date 5/26/2025
Police Assistant - Closing Date 5/26/2025
Firefighter/Paramedic - Closing Date 7/18/2025
We want to hear from you! for Vallejo Youth Ages 12-25
The city of Vallejo wants your input on community challenges and ways to improve our community! Feedback from the survey will help to inform the Youth Strategic Plan and assist the city in decision making and future investment for youth.
your feedback for the chance to win $50 gift card! An Email is required to enter Questions? Contact Victoria Grace-Barksdale at 707-334-5765 or victoria.grace@cityofvallejo.net
LARUSSELL
rolled through Vallejo last week, bringing the community together in true hometown fashion. Hopping on the SolTrans bus, he covered the fare for everyone who wanted to ride along—turning a routine trip into a rolling meetand-greet. With Mayor Sorce, Supervisor James, and Councilmember Gordon by his side, he welcomed more people to the family, connecting with fans, making new friends, and cruising through the streets that shaped him. And he’s not stopping there. With plans to hit the road again, he’s hoping even more people will jump on board— not just for the ride, but for the movement. As he says, “The extra mile is usually where the traffic dies down.”
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Vallejo Art Walk
Every 2nd Friday Month from 5 to 9 PM In downtown Vallejo
39 STEPS
Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps, a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre. This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over150 zany characters (played by a cast of four), an onstage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers and some good old-fashioned romance!
Adapted by Patrick Barlow, from the novel by John Buchan, from the movie by Alfred Hitchcock
Directed by Jeff Lowe
Performance: May 23 thru June 8
Fri & Sat at 8 pm, Sun at 3 pm | $22.00, Sr. - $20.00
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Overdue tolls? PAYMENT PLANS ARE AVAILABLE!
Do you have unpaid, overdue tolls for Bay Area Express Lanes or bridges? Bay Area FasTrak is making it easier to pay, with payment plans for qualifying, low-income drivers to help you pay off your balance over time. Need help? Just ask.
For more information about the Bay Area Toll Payment Plan and eligibility requirements, visit www.BayAreaTollPaymentPlan.org.
State Route 37/Fairgrounds Drive Interchange
Vallejo Construction Shifts into Gear - May 2025
Watch for Traffic Lane Shifts/Overnight Ramp Closures
The Solano Transportation Authority (STA), in close coordination with its transportation partner, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), has started construction work on the new State Route 37 (SR 37)/Fairgrounds Drive Interchange Project in Vallejo. The interchange improvement project will enhance motorist safety and improve bicycle and pedestrian access with construction of a new divergent diamond interchange. This is the first-ever divergent diamond interchange (DDI) constructed in the Bay Area and only the second-ever constructed on a major highway in California.
What to Expect During Initial Construction Work
Construction at SR 37 and Fairgrounds Drive recently started construction in April 2025. The site is near the Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Theme Park and the Solano County Fairgrounds. Major public impacts to SR 37 and Fairgrounds Drive are scheduled to start in May 2025. In the coming weeks, motorists will begin to see lane traffic shifts, overnight ramp closures, tree removal, signage installation, and various temporary lane closures.
The following construction-related activities are set to happen starting in May 2025.
• Motorists on Fairgrounds Drive at SR 37 should watch for temporary traffic lane shifts.
• Eastbound on and off ramps at SR 37/Fairgrounds Drive will be closed overnight with detours. Closures are scheduled from 10:00 PM until 5:00 AM.
• The westbound off-ramp from SR 37 to Fairgrounds Drive will be closed nightly from 11:00 PM – 5:00 AM.
• The SolTrans bus stop at the on-ramp to Westbound SR 37 will be temporarily relocated a few feet away. Motorists should drive with caution in construction zones and expect travel delays. All work is weather dependent. For general questions, please email our project team at: SR37-FairgroundsPIO@portal3.pbid.com.
STA and Caltrans will provide additional project details as soon as information becomes available.
STA and Caltrans thank the motoring public for its patience and understanding as we work to improve and maintain our state’s highways.
https://sta.ca.gov/project/redwood-parkway-fairgrounds-dr-improvement-project/
Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program
The Homeacres Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program aims to improve housing conditions, safety, code compliance, and revitalize the community. Solano County is offering financial assistance to help eligible homeowners repair and improve their homes.
Is Your Home in Need of Repairs? We understand that keeping up with repairs can be tough, especially for those on a tight budget. That’s why Solano County is excited to introduce a program that helps homeowners like you make essential home repairs and improvements.
Financial Assistance
• Low-Interest Loans for up to $80,000 with a 30-year term and a unique deferred payment option. Make NO monthly payments throughout the entire loan period!
• Emergency Repair Grants: Only offered in limited cases
• Funds are limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Eligibility
• Must be the homeowner and live on the property needing repairs.
• Open to low-to moderateincome residents of u unincorporated Homeacres Neighborhood (see map on reverse)
Approved Use of Funds
• Health & safety repairs & upgrades
• Roof repair or replacement
• Foundation repair (cracks, uneven floors)
• Electrical repairs, heat-pumps, solar installation
• Window upgrades & attic insulation
Application and Information
Department of Resource Management 675 Texas Street, Suite 5500 Fairfield, CA 94533 (707) 784-6765 SolanoCounty com/Homeacres HomeRehab@SolanoCounty.com
Please Review the Application Guidelines Carefully to Determine Your Eligibility.
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Meet the Team for AAPI month!
Matt Herrera, Public Works Senior Engineering Tech
This week, we’re shining a light on Matt as part of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. His story is a reminder of Vallejo’s rich diversity and the importance of learning about different cultures.
Originally from Agat, Guam, Matt proudly embraces his Chamorro heritage—a legacy instilled by his parents. Vallejo has a vibrant Guamanian community, and their traditions have become an integral part of the city’s cultural fabric.
Matt joined the city in 2009, starting as an electrician before earning certifications to become a Signal Tech II. His experience led him to City Hall, where he now serves as a Senior Engineering Tech.
Though Vallejo isn’t his birthplace, it has been his home since 1975. Growing up in South Vallejo’s Beverly Hill neighborhood, sports were a huge part of his childhood—playing until the streetlights came on. Baseball was his passion, and while he’s now more of a spectator, he still enjoys fishing and camping with his family.
A self-proclaimed foodie, Matt loves eggs, rice, and protein topped with Tabasco—but anything over rice is a win. He’s a fan of Vallejo’s local eats, from sushi to taco trucks. His music taste leans toward ’80s R&B, but his wife and son have broadened his playlist to include artists like Teddy Swims and Sarah McLachlan. His biggest inspiration? His wife and son—the reason he strives to be better every day.
If he had a magic wand, he’d make kindness a law, believing that small acts of goodwill could transform the world. To improve Vallejo, he suggests creating more opportunities for kids, like the sports and events that shaped his own childhood.
Though not multilingual, Matt wishes he spoke Chamorro fluently. He does know one key phrase: Hafa Adai! (Hah-fuh-day)—a warm Chamorro greeting. Closing out his thoughts on AAPI Heritage Month, Matt shared:
“Vallejo recognizes all the different cultures, making it one of the most unique, diverse cities in the world. I love this city!”
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Pets of the week
Lincoln
Amer. Staffordshire Terrier, M, Adt
He just wants to sunbathe while you rub his belly. At 4-years-and 69 lbs he is a pup with a big head and two adorably crossed eyes—we tease him about it all the time, and luckily, he doesn’t seem to mind. As long as there are treats involved he is good!
Romy
Domestic Short Hair, F, Young 7-months and 7-pounds she is fearless adventurer! If it’s tall, she’s climbing it. Her motto? “Why stay on the ground when you can be on top of the world?” She’s all about scaling new heights and surveying her kingdom from above.
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National Public Works Week 2025
Thank you to the ENTIRE staff at the Vallejo Public Works Department for all the hard work you do in the city
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This free event is designed for expecting families and will include a variety of engaging presentations and hands-on workshops with topics like: baby milestones
stroller, and car seat. A light breakfast will be served, and local early childhood providers will be onsite offering outreach and resources to support your parenting journey
Call today to sign up and recieve a text reminder for the event! 3375 Sonoma Blvd # 10, Vallejo CA 707-784-1240
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SURVEY
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS
IN THE CITY OF VALLEJO FOR THE HUD-REQUIRED CONSOLIDATED PLAN
TAKE OUR SURVEY BELOW
City of Vallejo, Housing & Community Development Survey
The City of Vallejo provides its programs and services in a non-discriminatory manner, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City of Vallejo also encourages women and minority-owned businesses to submit bids and proposals for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and HOME Investment Partnerships Program contracts. For further information, contact the City of Vallejo Housing and Community Development Division at (707) 648-4507. For further information on this public notice, the hearing-impaired may call the California Relay Service at 1-800-735-2922 without a TTY/TDD, or 1-800-735-2929 with a TTY/TTD.
What is the Comprehensive Transportation Plan?
Solano Transportation Authority (STA) is developing a comprehensive transportation plan for Solano County, which is the primary long-range planning document for Solano County designed to create a safe, equitable, and sustainable multi-modal transportation system that meets the diverse mobility needs and sustainability goals of our communities.
How to Get Involved – We Want To Hear Your Feedback!
A key element of updating the Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) is collaborating with members of the public to create a shared vision for a transportation system that is safe, equitable, sustainable, and meets the needs of Solano residents. We want to hear your feedback! Your input will play a crucial role in shaping transportation decisions in Solano County for the next 30 years.
Click HERE for more information
Or click HERE to take the survey
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY OR EVACUATION
My Family designation meeting point in case of evacuation is:
(Example: Family or Friends Home one Town away)
Evacuation Checklist (the Six P’s):
People & Pets
Papers, Phone Numbers, & Important Documents
Prescriptions, Vitamins, & Eyeglasses
Pictures & irreplaceable Memorabilia
Personal Computers
Plastic - Credit/Debit Cards & Cash
Also Take
Laundry Bag
Cell Phone Charger
My Emergency Kit is Located at
Write Important Phone Numbers Here:
(Friends, immediate family, & Out of Area Contacts)
Name: Phone:
Name: Phone: Name: Phone: Name: Phone: Name: Phone:
Does My Home Emergency Kit Include?:
Water
Non-Perishable Foods (enough for 72 hours)
Basic Hygiene Products
Phone Charger
Battery Operated Radio
Basic First Aid (Band Aids, Adhesive Tape, Antiseptic Wipes)
Home Insurance Policy #:
Car Insurance Policy #: LOCK YOUR DOORS & WINDOWS IF EVACUATED
Follow the Vallejo Fire Department on Facebook for more safety information
• Seven Stations
• Seven Engines and one Tiller Truck
• Coverage of 54 Sq Miles of land and Waterway
• Population of 125,000
• 18,061 Total Calls
• 11,956 EMS Calls 94 Working Structure Fires
• 76 Vegetation Fires
• 149 Vehicles Fires
• Medical Transports Completed by Private Ambulance
• Aggressive Interior Fire Dept
• 18 Years of Age
• CA Driver’s Lic
• Current CA EMT Paramedic Lic
• Passing Score of (>70%) on the Fire Candidate Testing Center Written Test (FTCConline.org)
• Current Candidate Physical Ability (CPAT) Card
Firefighter Paramedic Candidates must be on the Firefighter Candidate Testing Center (FCTC) Statewide Eligibility List www.fctconline.org
United Way California Capital Region
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trouble with your landlord? at risk of eviction?
Solano County and CAP Solano JPA have partnered with United Way California Capital Region to help prevent homelessness in our communities.
Keep People Housed – Solano is a program that can provide eligible households with flexible financial assistance to pay rent, utilities, security deposits, or moving costs, as well as legal referrals and other services to prevent Solano County residents from becoming unhoused.
APPLY FOR HELP NOW BY SCANNING THE QR CODE BELOW
CONTACT US kphsolano.org (707) 316-8047 kphsolano@uwccr.org
¿PROBLEMAS CON TU ARRENDADOR?
¿EN RIESGO DE DESALOJO?
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.
Solicita ayuda ahora escaneando el código QR a continuación.
CONTÁCTANOS kphsolano.org (707) 316-8047 kphsolano@uwccr.org
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.
Flyer 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
Pacific Gas and Electric Company Former Vallejo MGP
Boat Launch Parking Lot Restoration Project Weekly Report 5/9/25
PG&E provides this update on restoration work occurring in the boat launch parking lot that is part of a larger 26-acre City of Vallejo-owned property at the corner of Curtola Parkway and Sonoma Boulevard (site). This is the last step of the restoration work associated with PG&E’s former Vallejo Manufactured Gas Plant (MGP) environmental cleanup project. In December 2023, PG&E completed cleanup work under the oversight of the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) to address impacts from a gas plant that operated at the site from 1872 to 1930. To learn more about this project, or if you have questions, please contact us at the email address or phone number listed below.
Work Completed 5/5/25 to 5/9/25
• Continued landscaping activities.
• Placed sealant, striping and wheel stops on paved parking lot
• Finished removing office trailers and the majority of heavy equipment from the site.
Upcoming Work
• In the next few weeks, a small crew will return to install a short section of water main pipe along the south side of Curtola Parkway and finish landscaping activities in that area.
• The larger crew will return this summer to construct the restroom building and install EV charging stations at the parking lot.
Air Monitoring
• Air monitoring results to date have confirmed that air quality remained at levels protective of the health of the surrounding community.
Work Hours
• 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Anticipated Impacts
• To allow for restoration work to occur safely, Mono Street and the boat launch parking lot will be closed to public traffic until restoration activities are complete in summer 2025.
• Safety signage will be in place to direct construction-related traffic.
Site Security
• Access gates are closed to the public, and the site is under surveillance.
If you need additional information, please contact the PG&E toll-free response line at (866) 247-0581 or remediation@pge.com. Se habla español.
The Napa Vine Trail starts in Vallejo and is planned to stretch 47 miles North to Calistoga, learn more at: https://www.vinetrail.org/
