VALLEJO WEEKLY
ANDREW'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
A MESSAGE FROM THE CITY MANAGER
Hello Vallejo,
Thank you to those who attended today’s Lake Dalwigk Park ribbon cutting celebration. It is great to see the public using the improved facilities, such as the updated playground and picnic areas and renewed basketball area. This is all thanks to a $4.8 million grant from Caltrans and State Clean California funding. I hope you’re able to take some time with your families over the holiday break to visit this or another park.
At last Tuesday’s meeting, the City Council unanimously approved the 2024-2030 City of
Vallejo Economic Development Strategic Plan. We will be sharing more information with the public about this Plan in the coming months. We heard public input on the topic during the meeting and we look forward to getting “boots on the ground” for these improvements to Vallejo’s economy and livelihood.
Last Tuesday, the Vallejo Police Department also provided an update on its current staffing and future trends. We currently have 71 sworn staff working full duty compared to 60 at this time last year. These staffing increases have allowed the department to devote a full time person
to addressing abandoned vehicles and assign another officer full time to traffic enforcement, which are welcome changes.
Please note that during the holidays, City Hall will be closed 12/24/24-1/1/25 with some services available to the public during that time by appointment. Please see the flyers in this Vallejo Weekly and call to make appointments ahead of time with certain departments if needed.
I hope that you enjoy the coming weeks, which include significant holidays for many different cultures that focus on renewal, regeneration, and communal values. Please be kind to others and be safe.
With appreciation,
Andrew Murray Vallejo City
Manager
Vallejo Youth Delegation Attend the National League of Cities City Summit Conference in Tampa, Florida
On Tuesday night, members of the Vallejo Youth Delegation provided City Council with an update about their recent trip to the National League of Cities City Summit Conference in Tampa, Florida. The Youth Delegation consisted of 8 students: 6 selected from the Vallejo City Unified School District’s (VCUSD) public high schools and a standing position for the 2 VCUSD Student Board Representatives. Members included Jazz Bernstine (11th grade) and Jamaya Oates (12th grade) from Vallejo High School, Jeremiah Peace (12th grade) and Giovanni Turner (12th grade) from John Finney High School, Annelisa Martinez(12th grade) and Nia Flood (12th grade) from Jesse Bethel High School, and the two VCUSD Student Board Trustees Ricardo Morales (12th grade) and Alaysia Simmons (10th grade). Accompanying the group were chaperones Victoria Grace-Barksdale, Youth Coordinator for the City of Vallejo, and Cherita Dilley, Community Services Manager for VCUSD.
This marks the fourth Vallejo Youth Delegation trip co-sponsored by the City of Vallejo and the Vallejo City Unified School District as a collaborative project through the 2x2 Committee. Students applied for the delegation through an application process that is scored by a panel consisting of VCUSD staff, City of Vallejo Staff, as well as the 2x2 Committee Council
Members and School Board members. Selected students must attend the conference and report back their outcomes to both the Vallejo City Council and the VCUSD School Board.
The National League of Cities (NLC) is an organization comprised of city, town and village leaders that are focused on improving the quality of life for their current and future constituents. NLC offers many different resources including a Congressional City Conference in the Spring and a City Summit Conference in the Fall. As one of the most comprehensive municipal conferences of the year, NLC brings together a consortium of local elected officials, municipal leaders, experts and industry leaders to share expertise and exchange knowledge that will benefit them and their cities. Each year, NLC welcomes young leaders from across the country during their City Summit Youth Program to participate in a program designed for youth mentoring and education. This year’s conference celebrated NLC’s 100th year of serving communities around the US.
Youth delegates attended a number of educational youth program sessions and workshops on topics such as “Determination by Debate: Immersing youth
into Discourse”, “Fostering the Power of Dialogue”, “Cities Tackling Disasters” and “Youth Engagement”. During the sessions, Vallejo youth partnered with youth from cities from across the US and completed challenges and presentations. Alaysia Simmons, who debated with other students on the issue of gun control, stated “Debating people that have been on debate teams for so long; as I’ve never been on a debate team, was very nerve wrecking, but I was glad that I was able to get out there and my dad was also glad.” In another activity, students presented group projects outlining their solutions to address community challenges such as transportation, rent, and food insecurity. Many of our Vallejo students took advantage of opportunities to step up to the microphone and let other youth in the conference know about their thoughts and shared resources we have in Vallejo.
Vallejo youth also participated in a productive activity during a City of Vallejo Scavenger Hunt in the Expo Hall. This activity allowed our students to engage with adult exhibitors who were sharing what their companies and organizations did to assist communities. Students had to identify, research, and discuss relevant resources that could assist Vallejo in addressing community challenges such as public safety, homelessness, youth and more. “What we found interesting about this activity is that there were many convention stands that could help in various ways such as climate change, water supplies, and road maintenance.” stated Ricardo Morales.
Besides the conference workshops, students also were treated to several youth events to be able to meet and network with other youth from across the US. The first night, delegates were hosted at the Florida Aquarium for a night of music and food. They learned all about the diverse aquatic life in Florida while having fun as a group. The last youth event
allowed the students to mingle with new friends they met at the conference while dancing and enjoying a delicious meal. Both opportunities allowed our students to network with others and explore what Tampa has to offer.
Lastly, students were able to attend a college tour of the University of Southern Florida’s Tampa campus. They learned all about college admissions requirements, student activities, supportive services, on-campus housing, and transportation options. “One of my biggest takeaways of this trip was definitely the college tour because it does show a lot of new opportunities and things to host in your future”, stated Jeremiah Peace. Students toured different facilities and enjoyed lunch amongst other college students attending USF.
During the presentations to both Council and the School Board, students noted their favorite parts of the trip and key takeaways that they learned. Many citied the experiences of meeting new people from other states, such as Nia Flood who said, “I had one guy sitting next to me from Cambridge, Massachusetts, and they’re right near Harvard and MIT, so I was like how do you guys' admissions process go? And he was like you know we they get like 12 students from our school that gets admitted every year just because we’re right there near the school, so I thought that was so cool.” Others valued the experiences of traveling on an airplane for the first time and going to the aquarium. Several mentioned the college tour to be a great learning experience. Overall, the students expressed gratitude for the opportunity to learn, network and to represent the City of Vallejo.
Vallejo Housing Authority Spreads Holiday Cheer at Annual Adopt-A-Family Event
On December 12, 2024, several City Departments brought joy to local families through the annual Adopt-A-Family event. This heartwarming tradition aims to brighten the holiday season for participants of the Vallejo Housing Authority’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program through the generosity of City staff.
Families in the HCV Program were selected through a lottery system and "adopted" by participating Departments. Each member of the selected households provided a wish list, ensuring that their holiday wishes were met.
This year, the City Clerk’s Office, City Manager’s Office, Housing Department, Human Resources Department, and Water Department adopted five families. The selected families were invited to receive their gifts and meet the departmental sponsors. The celebration was filled with fun activities, including games and refreshments, fostering a sense of community and festive spirit.
The Vallejo Housing Authority extends warm wishes of joy and positivity to the entire community this holiday season and celebrates the spirit of giving and unity that makes Vallejo special!
CONSOLIDATED ENGINEERING, Inc.
P.O. BOX 701
VALLEY SPRING CA. 95252
NOTIFICATION OF CONSTRUCTION CITY OF REDWOOD STREET PAVING PROJECT
Dear Resident/Business,
Consolidated Engineering, Inc. will be performing construction on Redwood Street shown below in Vallejo from December 9th, 2024 through January 10th, 2025. Grinding and Paving is scheduled for December 16th through December 20th. Redwood Street, from Tuolumne Street to Fairgrounds Drive and the surrounding area will be impacted. Weather delays may extend the grinding and paving dates above. If a weather event occurs such as rain or freezing temperatures, work will suspend then continue the next working day weather permitting.
Please look for street closure signage, lane shifts, follow detours, obey all traffic flagging, operate your vehicle slowly and safely in the construction zones. Please “Slow for the Cone Zone.”
12/16/2024
Grinding 7 am to 4 pm – Redwood Street outside lanes remain closed overnight.
12/17/2024
Paving 7 am to 4 pm – Redwood Street outside lanes remain closed overnight.
12/18/2024
Grinding 7 am to 4 pm – Redwood Street center lanes remain closed overnight.
12/19/2024
Paving 7 am to 4 pm – Redwood Street center lanes remain closed overnight.
12/16 & 12/17
Redwood Street’s outside lanes will be closed. All north/south intersecting streets will be dead ends at Redwood Street between Tuolumne Street to Fairgrounds Drive. Traffic heading north will be detoured around the closures using Valle Vista, Broadway, Sereno, and Fairground Drive. From the north side of Redwood Street, traffic headed south can use the same detour or also use Sereno to Fairground Drive.
12/18 & 12/19
The center lanes will be closed at Redwood Street. No left turns will be allowed onto Redwood Street intersecting streets. There will also be no left turns off of Redwood Street from Tuolumne Street to Fairgrounds Drive.
12/27/2024
Traffic striping layout. Traffic striping will include mobile traffic control. Please be aware of stopped and/or slow-moving vehicles as the striping progresses throughout the day. Typically, the mobile traffic control will be in place while striping occurs for a maximum of 60 minutes.
12/30/24
Traffic loops removed and reinstalled at Redwood x Tuolumne. The left turn lane and middle lane will be closed in the morning. Detour will be Valle Vista Avenue. The middle and far-right lane will be closed in the afternoon and all lanes will reopen by 5 pm.
1/3/2025, 1/4/2025, 1/6/2025, & 1/7/2025
Traffic striping layout. Traffic striping will include mobile traffic control. Please be aware of stopped and/or slow-moving vehicles as the striping progresses throughout the day. Typically, the mobile traffic control will be in place while striping occurs for a maximum of 60 minutes.
We appreciate your cooperation in this rehabilitation period and hope the public is pleased with the rehabilitated roadway after completion. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the project, please contact: Blake Ehlers at blake@conenginc.net Phone (209) 747-0672
Thank you, Company Name: Consolidated Engineering, Inc.
REDWOOD STREET CLOSURES
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS IN THE CITY OF VALLEJO FOR THE HUD-REQUIRED CONSOLIDATED PLAN
DATE OF NOTICE: December 21, 2024
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Chari Francisco, Administrative Manager
chari.francisco@cityofvallejo.net
As a condition of receiving certain federal housing and community development funding, the City of Vallejo is required to adopt a “Consolidated Plan”. The City’s next Consolidated Plan will include the period beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2030. The Consolidated Plan includes an analysis and identification of: (1) priority affordable housing needs, (2) priority needs of the homeless, (3) priority needs of populations with special needs, and (4) community development (non-housing) needs, which may include the need for neighborhood and public improvements, public facilities, social services, and economic development.
The Consolidated Plan also includes a one-year “Action Plan” for the first year of the Consolidated Plan, and which contains the City’s proposed allocation of federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funds for the period beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026 (Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26).
According to the City’s Citizen Participation Plan, before a draft of the Consolidated Plan is prepared, the City will hold at least one public hearing to gather information and receive comments on housing and community development needs in Vallejo. On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, after 6:00 p.m., the Housing and Community Development (HCD) Commission of the City of Vallejo will hold a public hearing, during its special meeting, on housing and community development needs in the community. It is important to note that the HCD Commission will not be recommending the allocation of funding to projects and activities at this hearing/meeting.
This hearing will also provide an opportunity for residents and other interested parties to comment on how the City’s CDBG Program and HOME Program funds may be used in FY 2025-26. Written comments on this topic may also be submitted until 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, to: Brianna Todaro-Ellsworth, Administrative Analyst, City of Vallejo, 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590, Tel: (707) 648-4357, or via e-mail: Brianna.Todaro-Ellsworth@cityofvallejo.net
The City’s deadline for submitting the Consolidated Plan to HUD is May 15, 2025
NECESIDADES
AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA
FECHA DE AVISO: 21 de diciembre de 2024
PARA MÁS INFORMACIÓN: Chari Francisco, Gerente Administrativa chari.francisco@cityofvallejo.net
Como condición para recibir ciertos fondos federales para vivienda y desarrollo comunitario, la Ciudad de Vallejo debe adoptar un “Plan Consolidado”. El próximo Plan Consolidado de la Ciudad incluirá el período que comienza el 1 de julio de 2025 y finaliza el 30 de junio de 2030. El Plan Consolidado incluye un análisis e identificación de: (1) necesidades prioritarias de vivienda asequible, (2) necesidades prioritarias de las personas sin hogar, (3) necesidades prioritarias de poblaciones con necesidades especiales, y (4) necesidades de desarrollo comunitario (no relacionadas con la vivienda), que pueden incuir la necesidad de mejoras públicas y vecinales, instalaciones públicas, servicios sociales y desarrollo económico.
El Plan Consolidado también incluye un “Plan de Acción” de un año para el primer año del Plan Consolidado, y que contiene la asignación propuesta por la Ciudad de fondos federales del Programa de Subvenciones en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario (CDBG) para el período que comienza el 1 de julio de 2025 y finaliza el 30 de junio de 2026 (año fiscal (FY) 2025-26).
Segú el Plan de Participación Ciudadana de la Ciudad, antes de que se prepare un borrador del Plan Consolidado, la Ciudad llevará a cabo al menos una audiencia pública para recopilar información y recibir comentarios sobre las necesidades de vivienda y desarrollo comunitario en Vallejo. El martes 7 de enero de 2025, después de las 6:00 p.m. , la Comisión de Vivienda y Desarrollo Comunitario (HCD) de la Ciudad de Vallejo llevará a cabo una audiencia pública, durante su reunión especial, sobre las necedidades de vivienda y desarrollo comunitario en la comunidad. Es importante señalar que la Comisión HCD no recomendará la asignación de fondos a proyectos y actividades en esta audiencia/reunión.
Esta audiencia también brindará una oportunidad para que los residentes y otros partidos interesdos comenten sobre cómo se pueden utilizar los fondos del programa CDBG y del programa HOME de la ciudad en el año fiscal 2025-26. También se prodrán enviar comentarios por escrito sobre este tema hasta las 5:00 p.m. el martes 7 de enero de 2025, a: Brianna Todaro-Ellsworth, Analista Administrativa, City of Vallejo, 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590, Tel: (707) 648-4357, o por correo electrónico: Brianna.Todaro-Ellsworth@cityofvallejo.net
La fecha límite de la Ciudad para presentar el Plan Consolidado a HUD es el 15 de mayo de 2025.
PAUNAWA NG PAMPUBLIKONG PAGDINIG
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS SA LUNGSOD NG VALLEJO PARA SA HUD-REQUIRED CONSOLIDATED PLAN
PETSA NG PAUNAWA: December 21, 2024
PARA SA KARAGDAGANG IMPORMASYON: Chari Francisco, Administrative Manager chari.francisco@cityofvallejo.net
Bilang isang kondisyon ng pagtanggap ng ilang partikular na pederal na pabahay at pagpopondo sa pagpapaunlad ng komunidad, ang Lungsod ng Vallejo ay kinakailangang magpatibay ng isang "Consolidated Plan" Kasama sa susunod na Consolidated Plan ng Lungsod ang panahon simula sa Hulyo 1, 2025 at magtatapos sa Hunyo 30, 2030. Ang Consolidated Plan ay may kasama na analysis at pagtukoy ng: (1) priyoria na mga pangangailangan sa abot-kayang pabahay. (2) priyoridad na pangangailangan ng mga walang tirahan, (3) priyoridad na pangangailangan ng mga populasyon na may mga espesyal na pangangailangan, at (4) pagpapaunlad ng komunidad (hindi pabahay) na mga pangangailangan, na maaaring kabilang ang pangangailangan para sa kapitbahayan at pampublikong pagpapabuti, pampublikong pasilidad, serbisyong panlipunan, at pag-unlad ng ekonomiya.
Bilang isang kondisyon ng pagtanggap ng ilang partikular na pederal na pabahay at pagpopondo sa pagpapaunlad ng komunidad, ang Lungsod ng Vallejo ay kinakailangang magpatibay ng isang "Consolidated Plan" Kasama sa susunod na Consolidated Plan ng Lungsod ang panahon simula sa Hulyo 1, 2025 at magtatapos sa Hunyo 30, 2030. Ang Consolidated Plan ay may kasama na analysis at pagtukoy ng: (1) priyoria na mga pangangailangan sa abot-kayang pabahay. (2) priyoridad na pangangailangan ng mga walang tirahan, (3) priyoridad na pangangailangan ng mga populasyon na may mga espesyal na pangangailangan, at (4) pagpapaunlad ng komunidad (hindi pabahay) na mga pangangailangan, na maaaring kabilang ang pangangailangan para sa kapitbahayan at pampublikong pagpapabuti, pampublikong pasilidad, serbisyong panlipunan, at pag -unlad ng ekonomiya.
Kasama rin sa Consolidated Plan ang isang taong “Action Plan” para sa unang taon ng Consolidated Plan, at naglalaman ng iminungkahing paglalaan ng Pederal na Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) na pondo ng Programa para sa panahon simula Hulyo 1, 2025, at magtatapos sa Hunyo 30, 2026 (Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26).
Kasama rin sa Consolidated Plan ang isang taong “Action Plan” para sa unang taon ng Consolidated Plan, at naglalaman ng iminungkahing paglalaan ng Pederal na Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) na pondo ng Programa para sa panahon simula Hulyo 1, 2025, at magtatapos sa Hunyo 30, 2026 (Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26). Ayon sa Citizen Participation Plan ng lungsod, bago maihanda ang draft ng Consolidated Plan, magsasagawa ang lungsod ng at least isang publikong pagdinig upang mangalap ng impormasyon at makatanggap ng mga komento sa mga pangangailangan sa pabahay at pagpapaunlad ng komunidad sa Vallejo. Sa Martes, Enero 7, 2025, pagkatapos ng 6:00 p.m., ang Housing and Community Development (HCD) Commission ng Lungsod ng Vallejo ay magsasagawa ng pampublikong pagdinig, sa panahon ng espesyal na pagpupulong nito, sa mga housing at community development na pangangailangan sa komunidad. Mahalagang tandaan na hindi irerekomenda ng HCD Commission ang paglalaan ng pondo sa mga proyekto at aktibidad sa pagdinig/pulong na ito.
Ayon sa Citizen Participation Plan ng lungsod, bago maihanda ang draft ng Consolidated Plan, magsasagawa ang lungsod ng at least isang publikong pagdinig upang mangalap ng impormasyon at makatanggap ng mga komento sa mga pangangailangan sa pabahay at pagpapaunlad ng komunidad sa Vallejo. Sa Martes, Enero 7, 2025, pagkatapos ng 6:00 p.m., ang Housing and Community Development (HCD) Commission ng Lungsod ng Vallejo ay magsasagawa ng pampublikong pagdinig, sa panahon ng espesyal na pagpupulong nito, sa mga housing at community development na pangangailangan sa komunidad. Mahalagang tandaan na hindi irerekomenda ng HCD Commission ang paglalaan ng pondo sa mga proyekto at aktibidad sa pagdinig/pulong na ito.
Ang pagdinig na ito ay magbibigay din ng pagkakataon para sa mga residente at iba pang interesadong partido na magkomento sa kung paano magagamit ang mga pondo ng CDBG Program at HOME Program ng Lungsod sa FY 2025-26. Ang mga nakasulat na komento sa paksang ito ay maaari ding isumite hanggang 5:00 p.m. sa Martes, Enero 7, 2025, kay: Brianna Todaro-Ellsworth, Administrative Analyst, City of Vallejo, 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590, Tel: (707) 648-4357, o sa pamamagitan ng e-mail: Brianna.Todaro-Ellsworth@cityofvallejo.net.
Ang deadline ng Lungsod para sa pagsusumite ng Consolidated Plan sa HUD ay sa Mayo 15, 2025.
Ang pagdinig na ito ay magbibigay din ng pagkakataon para sa mga residente at iba pang interesadong partido na magkomento sa kung paano magagamit ang mga pondo ng CDBG Program at HOME Program ng Lungsod sa FY 2025-26. Ang mga nakasulat na komento sa paksang ito ay maaari ding isumite hanggang 5:00 p.m. sa Martes, Enero 7, 2025, kay: Brianna Todaro-Ellsworth, Administrative
UNCENSORED COMEDY
Join us for a night of laughs at the Empress Theatre Marquee Club in Vallejo on December 19! The comedy showcase features viral sensation Logan Farr, along with Jordan Kirchner and Christian Baltazaar from the "It Can't Be That Bad" podcast. Hosting the night is Bay Area Comic's Founder Guile Mosher. Pre-sale tickets are just $20 and selling fast, so don’t miss your chance for an unforgettable evening of comedy!
DEC 19, 2024 | 7:00-8:30pm
CHRIS COLE - HARD HAT PARTY
Celebrate our new sound system installation with a special hard hat party! Join us on December 21 at 8:00 PM at the Empress Theatre for an intimate acoustic performance by the Chris Cole Band, featuring top Bay Area musicians who’ve worked with legends like Huey Lewis and Barry Manilow. Enjoy music spanning 60 years, refreshments, and great vibes as we transform our theatre. Wear your best construction gear and bring your friends!
DEC 21, 8:00 PM - DEC 22, 2024 10:00 PM
CAMP JEFF BAND
Enjoy a night of dancing and entertainment with the Camp Jeff Band, featuring members of iconic bands like Boston and Starship, and the debut of our new sound system! Add a pre-concert dinner at 7 PM with live music by Jim Funk for $50. Choose from New York Strip Steak, Seared Salmon, or vegetarian Rigatoni, plus sides, bread, and dessert. Reserve by December 23!
DEC 31, 2024 9:30 PM - JAN 1, 2025 12:00 PM
W.M.P.H.
To create a pot of Soul Music, you’d need bassist DeWayne Pate, who has played with Robben Ford and performs with the Tommy Igoe Groove Conspiracy; keyboardist David Kirk Mathews, a member of Santana and former backup for Etta James; soulful vocalist Glenn Walters, a founding member of the HooDoo Rhythm Devils; and drummer Kevin Hayes, who has a rich history with Bonnie Hayes and Robert Cray. Together, they embody the spirit of music that makes people happy, aptly dubbed W.M.P.H. for their last initials.
FILM NOIR-OUT OF THE PAST
Out of the Past (billed in the United Kingdom as Build My Gallows High) is a 1947 American film noir directed by Jacque Tourneur and starring Robert Mitchum, Jane Greer, and Kirk Douglas. Its complex, fatalistic storyline, dark cinematography and classic femme fatale garnered the film critical acclaim and cult status.
TAKEZO TAKEDA
Yoshinobu Takeda, known as Takezo, was born in Kagawa, Japan, and raised in Kyoto. He began singing in bands and composing music at age 12, influenced by American movie soundtracks, The Beatles, and Otis Redding. In 1985, he moved to San Francisco to pursue a music career and has since performed as a rhythm and blues singer/guitarist with artists like Elvin Bishop and Joe Louis Walker. Producer Tom Mazzolini praised him, stating, “Takezo sings the blues as naturally as someone born in Oakland, raised in a church, and studied with Junior Parker. He was meant to live the blues.” JAN 8, 2025 | 6:30-8:30pm
JAN 10, 2025 | 8:00-10:00pm JAN 15, 2025 | 6:30-8:30pm
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 Fall/Winter 2024-2025 Activity Guide for more programs, events, classes and activities!
GVRD'S SNOW MANY TOYS GIVEAWAY!
Friday, December 20, 2024, 4:00-7:00 PM
This is a FREE community event!
Children's Wonderland Park
Ages: 2-13 years
Join us for our annual Toy Giveaway event, where spreading holiday cheer is our mission! Receive a gift for every child by pre-registered event. Children must be present to receive their toy (no exchanges allowed). Let's make this season merry and bright together, creating unforgettable memories for every child. Secure your spot now and be part of this magical celebration! Registration required.
Registration is required. Register here!
SENIOR SOCIAL: COFFEE, PASTRIES, GAMES & CHATS
Every 2nd Wednesday of the Month, 8:3010:30 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.
UPCOMING GVRD COMMUNITY EVENTS
GLOW IN THE DARK: FAMILY DODGEBALL!
Saturday: January 11 & February 8, 2025, 6:00-8:00 PM
Resident: $10.00
Non-Resident: $12.00 (per player)
Group Discount:
Resident: $20.00
Non-Resident: $24.00 (per family - 4 tickets) $5 per additional player (discount applied at checkout)
GVRD Sports Gym, 501 Starr Ave
Let's Glow! Come play dodgeball with the family in the new GVRD Sports Gym! Put on something neon, play with family, and get competitive while fully submerged in a cool, glow in the dark ambiance. Come on in! Dodgeballs provided! *Players 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult Register here!
The Vallejo Fire Department is once again collecting new & unwrapped toys for local families in need this holiday season. Last year, we were excited to collect over 10,000 toys! All of which benefited families in our local community.
Anyone wishing to donate can visit any Vallejo Fire Station as well as the community locations listed below:
CURRENT COLLECTION POINTS
Mare Island Brewing Company
Coal Sheds
850 Nimitz Ave.
Mare Island Brewing Company
Ferry Building Taproom
289 Mare Island Way
Solano Race Place
Solano County Fairgrounds
900 Fairgrounds Dr.
Fire Station 21
1220 Marin St.
Fire Station 22
700 5th St.
Fire Station 23 900 Redwood St.
Fire Station 24 1005 Oakwood Ave
Fire Station 25
595 Mini Dr.
Fire Station 26
1335 Fulton Ave.
Fire Station 27
1585 Ascot Ct.
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:
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
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, DEC 19
• ALL DAY Holiday Food Drive
• 3:00-7:00 PM The Makery: Make it Thursday!Garlands
• 6:00-7:00 PM Adult Craft Club - Fiber Arts
FRIDAY, DEC 20
• ALL DAY Holiday Food Drive
• 2:00-4:45 PM The Makery: Open Use
SATURDAY, DEC 21
• ALL DAY Holiday Food Drive
• 11:00 AM-2:00 PM Dungeons & Dragons Meet Up - Hosted by Game Master Mr. Calloway
SUNDAY, DEC 22
• ALL DAY Holiday Food Drive
MONDAY, DEC 23
• ALL DAY Holiday Food Drive
THURSDAY, DEC 26
• 9:30-10:30 AM The Makery: Make it Thursday!Vision Boards
• 6:00-7:00 PM Adult Craft Club - Papercraft [CANCELLED]
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Former Vallejo Manufactured Gas Plant
Curtola Parkway and Sonoma Boulevard, Vallejo
Environmental Project Update
September 2024
Project Overview
In December 2023, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) completed its multi-year remediation (cleanup) project to address environmental impacts at the former Vallejo Manufactured Gas Plant (MGP), a 26-acre City of Vallejo-owned property at the corner of Curtola Parkway and Sonoma Boulevard where a gas plant operated from 1872 to 1930. Cleanup work included safely excavating and hauling approximately 170,000 cubic yards of contaminated soil, treating deeper contaminated soil in-place by mixing it with a cement-like mixture that prevents impacts from migrating, and backfilling excavated and treated areas with clean imported soil to restore the site to its original grade. This work was conducted under the oversight of the California Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC).
This fall, PG&E will return to the site to restore the boat launch parking lot and conduct post-remediation sampling. Boat launch Parking Lot restoration work will be conducted in accordance with permits from the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) and the City of Vallejo. Postremediation sampling will be conducted under DTSC oversight. This work supports preparing the site for future redevelopment by the City of Vallejo.
Restoration of the boat launch area will begin the week of September 16, or as soon as all permits are issued, and last roughly ten to twelve months. 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:
• Backfilling, grading, and paving a new parking lot
• Installing new lighting and a new restroom
• Installing electrical vehicle charging stations
• Installing new fencing and landscaping
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. Community members
Boat Launch Parking Lot Restoration Work – Mid-September 2024 - Summer 2025
View of the Site after remediation and restoration.
Antigua Planta de Gas Manufacturado de Vallejo
Curtola Parkway y Sonoma Boulevard, Vallejo
Actualización Medioambiental del Proyecto
Septiembre de 2024
Resumen del proyecto
En diciembre de 2023, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) completó su proyecto plurianual de remediación (limpieza) para tratar los impactos ambientales en la antigua planta de gas manufacturado de Vallejo (MGP, por sus siglas en inglés), una propiedad de 26 acres de la Ciudad de Vallejo en la esquina de Curtola Parkway y Sonoma Boulevard, donde operó una planta de gas de 1872 a 1930. Los trabajos de limpieza consistieron en excavar y transportar de manera segura aproximadamente 170,000 yardas cúbicas de tierra contaminada, tratar en el Sitio la tierra contaminada más profunda mezclándola con una mezcla similar al cemento que impide la migración de los impactos, y rellenar las zonas excavadas y tratadas con tierra limpia importada para devolver el Sitio a su nivel original. Estos trabajos se llevaron a cabo bajo la supervisión del Departamento de Control de Sustancias Tóxicas de California (DTSC, por sus siglas en inglés).
Este otoño, PG&E regresará al Sitio para restaurar el estacionamiento del embarcadero y llevar a cabo el muestreo posterior a la remediación. Los trabajos de restauración del estacionamiento del embarcadero se llevarán a cabo 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. El muestreo posterior a la remediación se llevará a cabo bajo la supervisión del DTSC. Estos trabajos contribuirán a preparar el Sitio para su futura reurbanización por parte de la Ciudad de Vallejo.
Trabajos de restauración del estacionamiento del embarcadero – mediados de septiembre de 2024 al verano de 2025
La restauración de la zona del embarcadero comenzará la semana del 16 de septiembre, o tan pronto como se expidan todos los permisos, y durará aproximadamente de diez a doce meses. Los trabajos se harán de lunes a viernes, de 7:00 a.m. a 5:00 p.m. Cuando sea necesario, pueda que el trabajo se extienda hasta las 7:00 pm, u ocurrir los sábados. Los trabajos incluyen:
• Relleno, nivelación y pavimentación de un nuevo estacionamiento
• Instalación de nueva iluminación y nuevos baños
• Instalación de estaciones de recarga de vehículos eléctricos
Vista del Sitio después de la remediación y restauración.
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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.
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¿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.
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CONTÁCTANOS
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Family Volunteering During the Winter Holidays
Give back, help others, and spread joy!
Between batches of holiday treats and marching through your gift list, slip in a few hours for a family volunteer project. These organizations will help connect your family with the needs in your community and provide a chance for your adults and children alike to give as well as receive this holiday season.
There are several events that need volunteers for a specific time during the Holiday Season. Please contact the Volunteer Leads directly for shifts and tasks that they are looking to fill.
Year-Round Opportunities
Foodbank of Contra Costa and Solano
Faith Food Fridays
Food Is Free Bay Area
For more information on Volunteer Opportunities in the area please visit:
Volunteer Now Solano
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)
• Code Enforcement Appeals Board (2) terms to expire 12/31/25
• Commission on Culture + Arts (2) terms to expire 12/31/28
• Economic Development Commission (1) term to expire 6/30/26
• Housing Authority Tenant Commissioners - Must be in the Housing Voucher Program and 1 of the tenant commissioners must be age 62 or older (2) terms to expire 12/31/26
• Housing & Community Development Commission – (2) 1 term to expire 6/30/27 and 1 to expire 6/30/28
• Marina Advisory Committee – (2 berther seats) – 1 term to expire 6/30/26 and 1 term to expire 6/30/25
• Measure P Oversight Committee – District 6 Member Only – (1) term to expire 10/10/26
• Participatory Budget Steering Committee (1 member and 3 alternates) terms expire 6/30/25
• Surveillance Advisory Board – At-Large, District 1, 3 & 6 Members Only – (4) terms to expire 1/2/29
For City Boards and Commissions, except for the 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 will remain open until a sufficient number have been received in the City Clerk’s Office
Specific dates for applicant interviews with the City Council will be announced at a later date. 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
Pets of the week
NELL
Domestic Shorthair, Female, Young
This gentle beauty is Nell! A quiet, shy girl, 1-yearold Nell takes a little time to get to know and warm up to new people, but once she does—get ready for your new best friend! With her sky-blue eyes, cream-colored fur, and picture-perfect face, this sweet 10-pound girl will steal your heart. Nell is affectionate and loves to be held and groomed. She is relaxed around other cats and kittens and would likely enjoy having another feline companion at home. Won't you open your heart and home to Nell? To meet Nell, go to HSNB.org, and fill out a cat interest application.
POLLY
American Pit Bull Terrier, Female, Adult
Meet Polly! This pretty 4-year-old girl is playful and affectionate and loves to pose for the camera! Polly has a velvety soft gray coat and sparkling amber-hued eyes. Her sweet face is expressive and she will let you know when she is happy, relaxed, or feeling frisky! Polly is a midsize Pittie at 53 pounds. She loves to play fetch and will often carry a toy in her mouth until she finds a favorite spot to settle down and inspect it more closely. Polly can't wait to find her forever home! To meet Polly, go to HSNB.org and fill out a dog adoption interest application.
For a list of our available cats and dogs, go to HSNB.org and click the Adoptions tab. We welcome potential adopters to browse available animals on our website and if interested, download an application. Email cat applications to catadoptions@hsnb.org and dog applications to adoptions@hsnb.org. Pets are available at the time of article submission. We cannot guarantee they will be available upon publication. Humane Society of the North Bay is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. We are located at 1121 Sonoma Blvd., Vallejo. We are open daily by appointment, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We are actively seeking fosters for our pets in need, and we are always seeking donations to help us do the life-saving work we do.
PPARENTING ARENTING WORKSHOPS WORKSHOPS
HOLIDAY WITH THE JUNTA
Don’t miss the closing reception of Holiday with the Junta: Witnessing Life in Military Controlled Myanmar (Burma). Meet photographer Andreas Schmidt and experience his evocative collection documenting resilience under oppression. Starts
CELEBRATE A DECADE OF BLACK BOX RADIO STARS
Step into a whirlwind of mash-up magic with “The Falcon Dialed the Wrong Number”! Relive 10 years of suspenseful and humorous productions like The Maltese Falcon, Dracula, Pulp Fiction, and Sorry, Wrong Number. Saturday at 6:30 PM 14-15 DEC Sunday at 2:00 PM
EXPERIENCE THE SOUL OF JAZZ — LIVE IN VALLEJO!
Vallejo Jazz Jam presents Vallejo Jazz Jam presents “A Night of Blues, “A Night of Blues, Bossa, and Beyond” Bossa, and Beyond” , a benefit concert for Mira , a benefit concert for Mira Theatre Guild. Enjoy live performances by Theatre Guild. Enjoy live performances by Vallejo’s finest jazz talents, followed by a lively Vallejo’s finest jazz talents, followed by a lively reception. Come for the music, stay for the reception. Come for the music, stay for the magic! magic!
Starts at 7:30 PM 11 JAN
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.
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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
SUCCESS WITH DIABETES
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
REQUEST FOR RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS
Are you newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes (T2D) within the last 6-9 months? Your experience matters!
We are conducting a research study to gain insights into the emotional responses and challenges faced by individuals navigating life living with type 2 diabetes. Your participation will contribute to understanding the unique journey of managing this condition.
Who we’re looking for:
Individuals with diagnosed T2D within the past 6-9 months
Must be fluent in English
Individuals who are willing to share personal experiences and perspectives
If selected, willing to share journal entries at least 2 times a week for 3 months regarding experience in living with T2D.
How to Participate:
Please contact Dr. Clipper Young, PharmD (cyoung6@touro.edu) for questions.
• Individuals diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in the last 6 to 9 months
• Fluent in English
• All participants will recieve $100 after completing a 60-90 minute interview
• Some participants will be selected to complete journal entries at least 2 times a week for 3 months for an additional $300
• Individuals willing to share their personal experiences and perspectives surrounding their diagnosis Compensation: Questions? (707) 638-5969
• Principal Investigator, Dr. Clipper Young cyoung6@touro.edu
• Research Assistant, Cherry Myung cmyung@student.touro.edu
• Research Assistant, Shougat Barua sbarua2@student.touro.edu
• Research Assistant, Tristan Rath trath@student.touro.edu
