Vallejo Weekly | Vol 11 | Issue 15

Officer Jeffrey Lynn Azuar - EOW April 12, 2000

K9 Officer Rondo - EOW July 29, 1997

Honoring the Life and Legacy of Officer Jeffrey Lynn Azuar, Badge 371

April 12, was the 23rd anniversary of the end of watch for Officer Jeffrey Lynn Azuar, Badge #371, who was shot and killed in the line of duty while attempting to serve an arrest warrant.

We salute Officer Azuar for being an amazing father, husband, brother, and colleague! Officer Azuar is a certified hero and we honor him and his legacy, today and every day there after.

A STATEMENT FROM LT. STEPHEN DARDEN:

"All, 23 years ago today, one of our brothers, Jeffery Lynn Azuar, Badge #371, was shot and killed in the line of duty while attempting to serve an arrest warrant. I will never forget the sadness of that day and the pain we all endured in the days to follow.

For those very few of us who were here, I am certain the memory of that fateful day is forever burned into our minds and will never be forgotten. I worked with Jeff for 4 ½ years and back then, I was still considered

a "rookie" as I worked alongside the many veteran officers that once filled our ranks. Although I did not interact with Jeff beyond the workplace, other than the department parties he hosted annually, I knew him well enough to know he was a good man.

Jeff was an extremely proud Vallejo Police Officer who was always sharp in uniform. I remember him always smiling and laughing. It made me value my job even more to see such a senior officer so happy at work. Once you were hired, he genuinely welcomed you as if you were truly a part of his family. At least, that is how he made me feel. I grew to learn that it wasn't necessarily the person that prompted the warm reception, but it was the patch on my sleeve. Our patch is heavy with respect and honor because of Jeff and other officers like him. Jeff spent more time out of his patrol car than he did inside. He knew when to show compassion but also knew when to use force. His relationships were countless throughout our city, which were made evident at the service that was attended by thousands. Also, along with the many heartfelt testimonies that described the many lives he touched.

God Bless and please stay safe!"

Wildfire Safety Expo

Saturday April 15

Join the Vallejo Fire Department at Solano County’s first Wildfire Safety Expo on Saturday April 15, at the Fairfield Solano Community College Campus!

The Expo is a countywide/regional event designed to engage, educate, & equip residents of all ages with the information, resources, and tools to become fire wise and fire safe. The Expo is being organized by the Green Valley and Pleasant's Valley Fire Safe Councils in partnership with other local Fire Departments and Fire Protection Districts.

Planned activities include live fire extinguisher demonstrations, an interactive fire house, hands only CPR, evacuation and safety planning, as well as, fire resistant landscaping, and a host of information on wildfire preparedness and restoration, and home fire safety. Other attractions include a DJ and food trucks.

WHEN: Saturday April 15 – 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

WHERE: Solano Community College Campus

(Fairfield) 4000 Suisun Valley Road Fairfield, CA 94534

The event is free and open to the public! We hope to see you there!

April 22: Earth Day Heroes

Needed!

WHAT?

Celebrate Earth Day and enhance one of Vallejo’s most beautiful waterways! Join us at Blue Rock Springs Creek for a cleanup throughout the creek corridor.

Park for free at the Wardlaw Dog Park lot, then follow the path behind the dog park and cross the bridge. Wear comfortable clothes, sturdy shoes, hat, sunscreen, and gloves. It’s a familyfriendly event (if you are under 18, you must be

accompanied by an adult). We’ll provide tools, buckets, water and refreshments.

RSVP to Info@VallejoWatershedAlliance.org or call (707) 373-1766 with your questions. See you there!

WHERE?

Blue Rock Springs Creek (park at Wardlaw Dog Park and cross bridge behind park) 1805 Ascot Parkway

WHEN?

Saturday, April 22 from 9:00 AM to noon

April 22, 2023 is Earth DayAND It is also Beautify Vallejo Day!

The Vallejo Beautification Commission is teaming up with the Vallejo Watershed Alliance to help celebrate Earth Day.

Celebrate Earth Day and enhance one of Vallejo’s most beautiful waterways! Join us at Blue Rock Springs Creek for a cleanup throughout the creek corridor.

Park for free at the Wardlaw Dog Park lot, then follow the path behind the dog park and cross the bridge. Wear comfortable clothes, sturdy shoes, hat, sunscreen, and gloves. It’s a familyfriendly event (if you are under 18, you must be accompanied by an adult).

We’ll provide tools, buckets, water and refreshments. RSVP to Info@ VallejoWatershedAlliance.org or call (707) 3731766 with your questions. See you there!

PARTICIPATE IN a FREE day of fun for the entire family!

DAY OF THE CHILD 2023

DATE: April 29, 2023 - 11:00 AM to 3 PM

LOCATION: City Park - 425 Alabama St. Vallejo, CA 94590

The day will include:

• Games

• Resources fair

• Music

• Jumpers

• and lots more fun!

HOSTED BY:

Erik Reyes Foundation

Diaz & Loera Centro Latino Gains Solutions, LLC

Greater Vallejo Recreation District

MARCH 30, 2023 Economic Development Strategic Plan Community Meeting Update

The kickoff event for the Economic Development Strategic Plan Community Meeting schedule was held at The Lodge @ Glen Cove on March 30th. Community attendance had a strong start with 20 community members, attending from District 3 and the general community, in addition to City staff, Local Economic Development expert Dr. Robert Eyler, the Economic Forensic and Analytics Consultant team, and the meeting’s host, Councilmember Mina Loera-Diaz.

Community members rotated between tables to provide their comments on various questions formed for the purpose of ensuring community member values and priorities are addressed in the Strategic Plan.

April 12, 2023 Economic Development Strategic Plan Community Meeting Update

The Second Community Meeting, held to invite community member input on the Economic Development Strategic Plan, was held this week. Hosted by Council members Arriola and Matulac, the World Café style discussion invited members of Districts 2 and 6 (as well as the general community) to add their input on the Strategic Plan. Held at the Emmanuel Apostolic Church on April 12, 2023, the meeting was well attended. Additional information on the meeting/outcomes will be provided in a future Vallejo Weekly!

UPCOMING MEETING

A Third Community Meeting will be held on Monday, April 24th between 6 and 7:30 pm at the Vallejo Room-505 Santa Clara Street. Vice Mayor Verder-Aliga will be sharing host duties with Council members Bregenzer and Palmares.

VIP FIBER

THE CITY OF VALLEJO BROADBAND SERVICE VALLEJONET IS NOW VIP FIBER

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

This rebranding initiative is part of the City's ongoing efforts to position Vallejo as a hub for technological innovation and to reflect its commitment to providing high-quality, reliable internet service to its residents and businesses. With VIP Fiber, Vallejo will continue providing customers with the same fast and affordable internet service they have known and loved, backed by great local customer support and technical expertise.

The new name, VIP Fiber, better reflects the premium level of service and cuttingedge fiber optic technology that Vallejo's community can expect from this broadband service. Additionally, please sign up for a

service quote today and get added to the alerts and updates for when VIP Fiber service is available in your area of Vallejo.

Customers who are Onnet and currently serviceable by the existing fiber network can expect to see up to a 30% saving on their services compared to their current provider. Customers that are Offnet and not currently serviceable will soon be able to access VIP Fiber's fast and reliable internet service as the City continues its investment in expanding the fiber optic network. Offnet customers who are on our pre-registration list will be notified as soon as VIP Fiber service is available in their area and receive a special introductory offer.

Request a quote today to experience the premium internet service offered by VIP Fiber and join Vallejo in its mission to lead technological advancements in the region while enjoying fast and affordable internet!

ARTIST HIGHLIGHT: TJ WALKUP

“ICONOCLAST, CARTOON ILLUSTRATOR, FILMMAKER”

Born in 1970 in Napa, California, TJ has studied and practices in multiple creative and technical disciplines, MIDI and Sound Design, Stagecraft, Art and Graphic Arts in LA, Napa, Central Coast and San Francisco. TJ is a solo artist and a contributor and collaborator in various forms from art shows, published in activist rags advocating for homeless with Street Spirit, Street Sheet and Homeless in the Homeland. As a musician and recording technologist he has played on college radio and on underground pirate radio.

TJ recalls “I had a one-man painting show at the last club with a cabaret license in SF and Edward Snowden was in attendance”. Locally TJ produced the Punk and Edge Arts Festival “Mocktoberfest,” the first of its kind in Vallejo.

Children received instruments and lessons free of charge in their chosen genre. This was in partnership with the Mira Theater and included 2 stages at the Empress and Mira theaters with 13 bands as well as a showing of “Afropunk” and an art show. Former museum director Jim Kern’s set list sheets from "The Cramps” appeared in the art show as well as an “Otaku Patrol Group” Cyberpunk leather jacket as artifact displays. Klaus Flouride of the Dead Kennedy’s was in attendance and a presenter through Schroom Custom Guitarworks, Consumer music and Ernie Ball were sponsors.

Today TJ and his wife Christina own and operate a small production company Omnific Pictures. He is actively illustrating zines, books and reimagining classic literature as graphic novels, and makes experimental music under a secret moniker in the top 10 of the genre for 8 years.

This Artist Highlight was brought to you by the Vallejo Commission on Culture and the Arts.

Hosted By:

Rozzana Verder-Aliga

District 1 Town Hall Meeting

J o i n V i c e M a y o r , R o z z a n a V e r d e r - A l i g a t o d i s c u s s p u b l i c s a f e t y i n t h e C i t y o f V a l l e j o

Topics Covered:

T h e f t

B u r g l a r y

S i d e s h o w s

I l l e g a l l y p a r k e d v e h i c l e s

Saturday, April 29, 2023

2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Multipurpose Building

(Max capacity is 50 people)

The Hill Vallejo

210 Locust Drive

Vallejo, CA 94591

REGISTER TO ATTEND: cityofvallejo.co/PublicSafetyMeeting

Vice Mayor

Jason Ta

Chief of Police

Mike Malone City Manager

WE'RE HIRING

Traffic and Lighting Technician I/II

SALARY

$61,052.37 - $82,004.21 Annually

JOB TYPE

Regular Full-Time CLOSES

April 28, 2023

BRIEF DESCRIPTION / IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Traffic and Lighting Technician I - This is the entry level class within the Traffic and Lighting Technician series. This class is distinguished from the Traffic and Lighting Technician II by the performance of the more routine tasks and duties assigned to positions within the series.

Traffic and Lighting Technician II - This is the full journey level class within the Traffic and Lighting Technician series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Traffic and Lighting Technician I by the performance of the full range of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY!

For more information about open positions with the City of Vallejo, visit governmentjobs.com/ careers/vallejo

GRANT APPLICATION PERIOD EXTENDED: CAPITOL REGION CREATIVE CORPS PROGRAM

The Capitol Region Creative Corps program is now accepting applications. 20 grants of $117,000 and 5 grants of $300,000 will be awarded to non-profit organizations and units of local government in 5 regional counties to support cross-sector outreach and public

awareness campaigns focused on climate mitigation, civic engagement, social justice, or the prevention of the spread of Covid-19. The deadline has been extended to May 1st; find the guidelines for both applications and a recording of the application webinar can be found at https://arts.cityofsacramento.org/creativecorps

For more information email Creative Corps Capital Region at, creativecorps@ cityofsacramento.org

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The Menagerie Oddities Market presents the San Francisco Bay Area's 3rd Annual World Goth Day Festival on May 6, 2023 from 11 am - 8 pm at the historic Empress Theatre in Vallejo. There will be three areas of activation for the festival: the dark art & oddities market along Virginia Street, the Empress Lounge, and the Empress Theatre, all of which will be supported by roaming entertainers, a second outdoor stage, food trucks and no-host bars. This is the only Event of its kind in the state, produced by Bay Area artists, and attracts nearly 2,000 members of the Goth community from all over the West Coast.

The goth subculture is one of the most creative around, so take the day to see or create something new; whether it's a piece of gothic jewelry or clothing, a work of art or even some new music! Get inspired and allow your creative

juices to flow black, purple and red!

On a side note... Vallejo’s favorite “Steampunk” scene is a sub-genre of Goth. Imagine a society with highly developed technology that evolved slightly different to how society did. A society that kept steam and the the pride of creating beautiful, well-made, long-lasting things that were used in everyday life from machines to fashion. People of this society enjoy their technology and take great pride in everything that they make. Imagine a world without plastic and with people who enjoy learning and creating!

GENERAL ADMISSION MARKET 11-8pm

All Ages - Under 5 free

50+ hand selected vendors

Tickets on sale now at deadevents.com