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Vallejo’s Memorial Day Events
Monday May 26, 2025
9 AM Ceremony at the Mare Island Naval Cemetery, with keynote speaker Captain Jeffrey Marshall, US Navy Retired.
Address: 167 O’Hara Ct, Vallejo
Sponsored by the National Cemetery Administration (NCA), Vallejo Navy League, and City of Vallejo.
11 AM Ceremony at Vallejo Warriors’ Memorial behind City Hall, with keynote speaker Commander William Fernow, US Navy Retired.
Two new granite plaques will be unveiled. The first lists the 22 Medal of Honor Recipients with ties to Vallejo, and the second plaque lists Vallejo’s 25 World War One casualties.
Address: 3 Capitol St, Vallejo
Sponsored by the US Submarine Veterans - Mare Island Base, Vallejo Veterans Memorial Building Council, and City of Vallejo.
Hello Vallejo!
ANDREW'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
A MESSAGE FROM THE CITY MANAGER
It should be a nice Memorial Day weekend with many activities planned in the City! Please find in this edition of the Vallejo Weekly information on Memorial Day events to honor our deceased service men and women, who made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country. These events will take place at the Mare Island Naval Cemetery and Vallejo City Hall on Monday.
You may have seen in the news recently that there have been some small brush fires in Vallejo. These are normal occurrences this time of year and fortunately the Vallejo Fire Department was able to quickly extinguish them. They do provide a useful reminder to everyone to be fire safe this holiday weekend and this summer.
The City provided individuals camping on public property in the vicinity of City Hall and the ferry terminal parking areas with notice this week that they would need to vacate the areas and that the City would be cleaning the areas.
On June 5th, Solano Transportation Authority will hold an Open House at the North Vallejo Community Center to provide neighbors with more information on the Diverging Diamond/Fairgrounds Drive project. More details to come!
With appreciation,
Andrew Murray Vallejo
City Manager
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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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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
Restoration in Hanns Park
Saturday, May 31, from 9 AM, support a habitat restoration project along Blue Rock Springs Creek. Park in the Wardlaw Dog Park lot (1805 Ascott Pkwy). Follow the path behind the dog park. Cross the bridge over and turn right (west) along the path. After you cross under Oakwood Ave, you’ll see our site at Mile Marker 0.69.
Wear comfortable clothes, sturdy shoes, hat, sunscreen, and gloves. We’ll bring water, refreshments, and tools.
RSVP or for more information, email Info@ VallejoWatershedAlliance.org or call 707.652.7812.
Learn more at: vallejowatershedalliance.org
Community Meeting
Thursday, June 5 , 2025 th
PleasejoinMareIslandCo.andtheCityofVallejo foranupdateonMareIslanddevelopment. The meeting will consist of a presentation followed by a Q&A period. This in-person event will be held at the Empress Theater. The presentation slides will be posted on the Mare Island Co. website along with materials from previous community meetings.
EmpressTheater
330VirginiaStreet,Vallejo,CA94590
DoorsOpen:5:30PM
Presentation:6:00PM-7:30PM
RSVP:https://June5communitymeetingeventbritecom
Questions?EmailGeneralInquiries@MareIslandCocom
THURSDAY, JUNE 5, 2025
Touro University Farragut Inn 1310 Club Drive, Vallejo 94592 Doors open at 5:00 PM. Program starts at 5:45 PM.
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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?
SUCCESS WITH DIABETES
In this FREE interactive 6program you will learn how to live a healthier life with diabetes!
Join us at
The Florence Douglas Center!
333 Amador St. Vallejo, CA 94590
Weekly Friday Sessions 9-11AM
Click the link to find the registration form: https://linktr.ee/diabetestuca
Or scan the QR code with your phone!
Please contact us if you have any questions:
Phone: 707-638-5970 or
Email: tuc.mobec@touro.edu
Develop skills to take care of yourself and your Diabetes:
✓ Improve your quality of life and prevent complications from diabetes.
✓ Understand and make sense of your lab values.
✓ Learn about your medications and medication management.
✓ Learn a variety of exercises for all skill and age levels.
✓ Improve your eating habits.
Classes held throughout Solano County
Starting June 6th, 2025 No session on Friday, July 4th. Come enjoy
day and come to
This event is all about celebrating community, fun, and connection. We’re bringing families, youth, and local leaders together for an afternoon of games, music, and positive vibes — and we’d love to have your organization join us! For more information about the event visit www.TheEverWonder.org
Date: Friday, June 6th
Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Setterquist Park, Vallejo, CA
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
Vallejo
Housing Specialist I/II - Closing Date 5/26/2025
Police Assistant - Closing Date 5/26/2025
Landscape Inspector - Closing Date 5/26/2025
Firefighter / Paramedic - Closing Date 7/18/2025 Click HERE to see all of our
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. Share 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
Know a local centenarian? Supervisors want to honor them
The Solano County Board of Supervisors needs the community’s help in identifying centenarians living in our community for recognition at a Board of Supervisors meeting later this fall as part of the 19th annual centenarian commemoration celebration.
For the past 18 years, the Solano County Board of Supervisors has celebrated the lives of local centenarians by hosting a special recognition ceremony during a Board meeting. This annual commemoration not only honors some of the county’s oldest residents but also highlights their life stories and draws attention to the unique challenges facing the senior community.
The life stories of our centenarians are documented in a hard cover yearbook as well as a video that features interviews with those that can participate. We present the video to the public at a Board of Supervisors meeting each year and a copy of the book is given to each centenarian and/or their family as a lasting tribute to their life and contributions to the community. This program, while rewarding for the Board of Supervisors, is really an important part of preserving our County’s rich history. These stories become part of the permanent record, not just for future generations of the centenarians’ families to hold, but for all of us.
To date the Board has honored more than 275 centenarians in Solano County. Two centenarians reached super-centenarian status, including Marie West in 2011 and Reta Wills in 2021. Super-centenarians are those individuals who have reached 110 years or older, which only occurs at a rate of about 1 in 7 million people. According to the U.S. Census Bureau 2024 population estimates, approximately 101,000 Americans are aged 100 or older at any given time in the United States, with California having the most at nearly 9,000 residents. Centenarians, according to the Pew Research Center, are predominately women (78 percent), have a family history of long-lived parents, enjoy regular physical activity, have a balanced diet, and maintain close relationships with family and friends.
HOW TO CONTACT THE COUNTY ABOUT CENTENARIANS
If you know of a centenarian, or, someone who is currently 99 years old and will be turning 100 by year’s end. Please email Centenarian@SolanoCounty.gov and/or call (707) 784-3004 by or before August 1, 2025. Please relay the following information over the phone or in an email to the Supervisor, including (1) the person’s name, (2) their address, (3) their phone number, (4) and their best contact email address.
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.
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Planning an Event in Vallejo?
You may need a permit for that, especially if it’s more than 75 people. Let our team help you with that. Please visit the City of Vallejo’s website for more information: https://www.cityofvallejo.net/cms/one. aspx?portalId=16925451&pageId=17554100
If you are ready to submit your application you can do that here: https://cityofvallejo.formstack.com/forms/special_ event_application
If you have questions you can email specialevents@cityofvallejo.net or call us at 707-648-8616
COMMUNITY MEETING
Thursday, June 5 5:30 -7:30 p.m.
The Solano Transportation Authority, in partnership with the City of Vallejo, California Department of Transportation, Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), and Solano County, is leading construction on the State Route (SR) 37/Fairgrounds Drive Interchange Improvements Project. This Project implements a Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) design that will significantly improve traffic flow and safety while reducing congestion. At the end of the project, the interchange will be both safer and easier to access and navigate for motorists, transit riders, pedestrians, and cycl ists.
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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.
Solano County Mobility Programs
Countywide Programs:
Solano County Older Adults Medical Trip Concierge Service
■ This program provides subsidized Uber/Lyft services for Solano county residents to get to and from medical appointments (hospital, dentist, chiropractor, pharmacy, etc.).
■ Veterans of any age can access Travis AFB, Martinez VA clinic, Hume Center, and the Med Evals/QTR Assessment Center in Concord.
■ Any senior over 60 can use this program and receive a 60% subsidy, but qualifying low income seniors receive an 80% subsidy.
Volunteer Driver & Non-Profit Programs
■ Door-to-door rides for ambulatory seniors (60+). Please call 1-800-535-6883 for more information. Travel Training
■
Program for
V-Town Bikes
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Big changes are happening at the Mare Island Waterfront! While some beloved art pieces are making their exit, fresh, inspiring creations are stepping in to take their place. Get ready to experience a vibrant new wave of creativity, shaped by talented artists bringing bold visions to life. Dive into the stories behind each masterpiece and the minds that crafted them—discover more here: localeditioncreative.com/ mare-island-art-yard
to Save Water and Energy
Pets of the week
Elvis
Siberian Husky mix, M, Adult
A happy-go-lucky 64-lb with a giant smile and sparkling blue eyes. He came to HSNB with a small dog, and has been good with other dogs at the shelter. One of our most energetic dogs but he LOVES attention. Very smart and he very much appreciates
Michelle
Domestic Short Hair, F, 8-mos.
A sweetheart but a bit shy. She is both curious and cautious. Other cats? She’s still making up her mind. But wave a wand toy, and she’s all sparkles and swats! And yes, she’s quite content to soak up some gentle petting magic.
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The Napa Vine Trail starts in Vallejo and is planned to stretch 47 miles North to Calistoga, learn more at: https://www.vinetrail.org/
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
The historic ships of San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park are coming soon to Mare Island. C.A. Thayer, Balclutha, Eppleton Hall, Hercules, and Eureka will remain here temporarily while their usual home in San Francisco undergoes major reconstruction.
Learn more about these national treasures at https://go.nps.gov/sfships
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Position Details Requirements
$20.50 /hr - 35 hours per week + mileage reimbursement
No prior experience required!
Contract Term: JuneNovember 2025
Hiring In: Oakland, Daly City, San Rafael, and Vallejo
Interested??
Position Details
$19 50/hr - 35 hours per week
No prior experience required!
Contract Term: JuneNovember 2025
Hiring In: Oakland, Daly City, San Rafael, and Vallejo Requirements
Perform Green House Calls and make your community more energy efficient!
years old to apply
United Way California Capital Region
®
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
