Humane Society of the North Bay

The late afternoon sun cast a warm glow as I pulled into the parking lot of the Humane Society of the North Bay. Located at Sonoma Blvd and Solano Avenue, the gated property is home to the lost or forgotten pets of Vallejo. I sat down with the shelter director, Kristen Eddy, and the board president, Brenda Mooney, to discuss the amazing service they provide to Vallejo.

The Humane Society of the North Bay (HSNB) began in 1986 and moved to Vallejo in 1991 where it has provided shelter for 32 years. HSNB’s mission is to provide shelter and compassionate care to the community’s animals in need, offer programs that improve their lives, and strengthen the lifelong commitment between animals and people.

“It has been an honor to serve Vallejo. We are so happy to be able to help our community,” Kristen shared. “Partnering with the community is critical to our survival.”

Like the rest of the city, the shelter struggled during the pandemic. With people barely able to keep their families fed, donations were scarce.

“Things have picked up in the last year but we always need more,” Brenda expressed.

The most needed items are: towels, blankets, cleaning supplied, and of course dog and cat food. The shelter has the capacity to hold 35 big dogs, 30-40 small dogs, and about 20 cats. Feeding over 100 pets is costly. Without the help and support from donations, the Humane Society of the North Bay cannot provide the care these animals need. It isn’t just tangible goods that are in short supply. The goal of HSNB is to provide forever homes for the animals, they also need foster families to take animals on a temporary basis while waiting for adoption.

Lost Pets

HSNB is a critical source in helping reunite owners with their pets. You can find helpful tips on what to do if you lose your pet on their website. It is important to note that owners must contact HSNB with proof of ownership (which could be a picture of you and the pet) and provide proper identification (DMV issued driver’s license or ID) before the pet is released.

Ways To Meet The Animals

HSNB loves to partner with schools or youth groups to teach kids how to handle pets or just for some playtime! You might see some of the adoptable animals at the Farmers Market on the last Saturday of the month. They have open houses where you can visit with the animals on a Saturday afternoon. Don’t forget, you can always schedule a visit!

If fostering or adopting isn’t possible, you can volunteer to walk dogs or spend cuddle time with a cat. Human interaction is extremely important to dogs in shelters. Like humans, they need love and attention to thrive. The staff at HSNB go above and beyond to ensure the animals are vaccinated, spayed/neutered, and microchipped.

“We provide the best care we can but there is a shortage of vet technicians within the animal care community. Experienced vets are retiring with nobody to take their place,” Brenda explained.

Veterinary technicians earn $44-60k/year. If you love animals becoming a veterinary technician is a rewarding career. Find a school near you by searching for Vet Technician careers on Google.

Ways To Give

Small businesses can host fundraisers or offer special sale items with all, or a portion, of the sales going to HSNB. You can also use Facebook fundraising to raise money on social media. For more information on ways to support the animals, visit the HSNB website.

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In this trying economy, one of their most important services is the food pantry which runs solely on donations from the public. Wet or dry food, canned or bagged, they will take it all. Treats too! The pantry provides pet food to anyone struggling financially, as well as, unhoused pet parents. To make a donation, visit their website for more information on drop-off times.

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Up For Adoption

Well, hello! I'm Bobby! I'm an approximately 2-year-old Shepherd mix. The humans here tell me I have beautiful, loving eyes and am quite the looker! I just know...I love hanging out with people, would love to play with another doggo pal, and my favorite thing is playing fetch or chasing after a ball! I would make a really good & loyal family companion. I try to have good doggie leash manners but I'm a strong boy so I need an equally strong, confident handler in case I see something fun to chase-like a squirrel! I would love for you to come and meet me! And if you already have another dog, bring them to meet me to see if we will get along.

Luna is a very special dog. She's a super fluffy, black and white Siberian husky who loves to play, run, and get belly rubs. She loves people and dogs, is as gentle as they come, and has a "happy-to-be-alive" attitude. Luna enjoys all levels playing from chasing to wrestling with other dogs. She is very active and loves walks and runs. She can be overly-excited with other dogs on walks but proper training can improve her doggy social manners. Luna has nothing but love to give everyone and everything. She sleeps lazily and quietly throughout the day unlike the common loud behavior of huskies. Luna also absolutely loves and appreciates pets on her tummy and chest. Traveling is another activity she enjoys because she can smell new things and be in new places. She listens to commands well, behaves herself 99% of the time, and just wants to have fun.

To see more pets up for adoption visit, www.hsnb.org

May

EVENT LOCATION:

200 Maritime Academy Drive

Vallejo, CA 94590

Veba Gala Winemakers Dinner

MAY 19, 2023 - 5:30 PM TO 10:30 PM

The Vallejo Education Business Alliance Gala sholarship fundraiser features Senator Dodd as the keynote Speaker.With a six course “Winemaker’s Dinner” and local entertainment; vocalist and DJ after dinner.

Wine Tasting Menu

Appetizers

• Wild Mushroom Purse

• Mini Jackfruit Tostadas with Refried Beans, and Pickled Cabbage

• Smoked Trout Crostini with Mascarpone, Chives and Lemon “Caviar”

• Bacon Jam Tart

SALAD COURSE

Frisee Salad with Orange, Toasted Almonds,

Manchego Cheese, Mint and White Wine

Vinaigrette

FIRST COURSE

Seared Scallops with Honey-Dijon and Avocado

Puree

SECOND COURSE

Chilled English Pea Ravioli with Heirloom Cherry

Tomatoes, Arugula and Goat Cheese Crema

MAIN COURSE

Braised Beef Short Rib with Potato Puree, Candied Leek, Enoki Mushrooms, Port Wine Demi Glace and Truffle oil

DESSERT

Chocolate Teton

European chocolate mousse and hazelnut praline encased in a marbleized, pyramid-shaped chocolate shell.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Landscape Inspector

SALARY

$71,810.54 - $87,286.16 Annually

JOB TYPE

Regular Full-Time

CLOSES

May 26, 2023

BRIEF DESCRIPTION / IDEAL CANDIDATE(S):

To inspect work quality and materials used in a variety of landscape construction and maintenance projects and subdivisions to ensure conformance with approved plans, specifications and departmental regulations; and to maintain records and prepare reports pertaining to projects inspected.

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

Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II

SALARY

$47,800.69 - $60,924.86 Annually

JOB TYPE

Regular Full-Time

CLOSES

May 26, 2023

BRIEF DESCRIPTION / IDEAL CANDIDATE(S):

To inspect work quality and materials used in a variety of landscape construction and maintenance projects and subdivisions to ensure conformance with approved plans, specifications and departmental regulations; and to maintain records and prepare reports pertaining to projects inspected.

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

Community Celebration for Wilson Park’s Baseball Field Renovation

WHEN: Tuesday, May 16th at 11:00 a.m.

WHERE: Wilson Park Baseball Fields

1007 Solano Avenue

Vallejo, Ca 94590

Join GVRD and special guests from the San Francisco Giants for a community celebration in honor of the newly renovated Wilson Park

Baseball Fields! Free BBQ lunch will be served. Renovations were made possible by voterapproved tax funds from Measure K. Event sponsors include the Giants Community Fund and The Good Tidings Foundation.

SPECIAL GUESTS INCLUDE:

• Brandon Crawford- San Francisco Giants

Short Stop

• Larry Baer- San Francisco Giants President and CEO

• Renel Brooks-Moon- San Francisco Giants

Public Address Announcer

• Lou Seal- Giants Mascot

PB Cycle 8 Kicked off May 6th!

The Cycle 8 Participatory Budgeting (PB) Vote kicked off May 6 with an in-person polling booth at the Cinco de Mayo Festivities in downtown Vallejo. The PB vote will be held until June 30. Vallejo residents, including those living in the unincorporated areas, are invited to vote on which community projects to improve the City will go to Council for funding approval.

Residents are allowed to vote for up to two projects on the 10-proposal ballot. Projects fall into the following categories:

Infrastructure (e.g., park updates, street safety improvements, etc.)

Programs and services (e.g., youth programs, spay and neuter services, etc.)

Residents 14 years and older can vote online at www.pbvallejo.org, or in-person in City Hall, and a cell phone number and valid Vallejo address are required for online voting.

Visit myvallejo.com/pb8 to read the complete proposals.

Alternatively, residents can visit polling booths at:

• Second Friday Art Walk, Downtown Georgia Street, Friday, May 12 and June 9, 5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m.

• Saturday Farmer’s Markets, Downtown Georgia Street, Saturday, May 20 and June 10, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

• GVRD Summer Recreation Expo, 360 Glenn Street, Saturday, May 13, 11:00 a.m. -2:00 p.m.

• Skate to Appreciate, Washington Park, Saturday, May 27, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

• Pista Sa Nayon, 850 Nimitz Avenue, Saturday, June 3, 11:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m.

• Vallejo Juneteenth Parade & Festival, Barbara Kondylis Waterfront, Saturday, June 17, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The Cycle 8 ballot is the outcome of a 6-month process in which Vallejo volunteers and City staff liaisons screened, evaluated, and researched approximately 400 ideas submitted by community members.

Individuals or organizations interested in hosting a polling location or serving as poll workers or joining the Get Out the Vote (GOTV) outreach team can register online. For additional information, visit www.pbvallejo.org.