Vallejo Weekly | Vol 11 Issue 28

VALLEJO WEEKLY

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JULY EVENTS

Join in the fun with a variety of events for youth and families brought to you by the Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD). GVRD offices are now open Saturdays and are temporarily relocated at the Cunningham Aquatic Complex (801 Heartwood Ave). To pre-register for events or for more information on programs, events, classes and activities visit their website at www.gvrd.org, call (707) 648-4600, or email recreation@gvrd.org.

MOTHER OF ALL SALES - COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE

Saturday, July 15, 2023

9:00am-2:00pm

Children’s Wonderland Park (Parking Lot)

360 Glenn Street

Cost per spot: $20.00

One man’s trash is another one’s treasure! Declutter your home today and bring items to sell. Bring your own table, canopy, etc. Small artists and crafters welcomed. Register at www.gvrd.org. For more info call (707) 648-4600 or email recreation@gvrd.org.

BANDS AND BREWS 2023

Friday, July 21, 2023- Papa Joe & The New Deal

Friday, August 4, 2023- Mitch Woods & His Rockin’ 88’s 6:30pm- 8:00pm

Blue Rock Springs Park- 650 Columbus Parkway

FREE lawn seating and FREE parking, beer and food available for purchase, reserved seating available for purchase ($140 to purchase a reserved season table/ Chamber of Commerce Member Price is $110)

More info at www.gvrd.org or email jmyers@gvrd.org

FLAVORTOWN TUESDAYS

Second and fourth Tuesdays through September

Tuesday, July 25, 2023 4:00pm-7:00pm

Children’s Wonderland Park- 360 Glenn Street

FREE entry to the park. Food and drink costs vary by vendor. Bring your family, friends, or come solo to Flavor Town Tuesdays at Children's Wonderland! This is a free community event for the entire family. Food Trucks, Outdoor Games, Live music and so much more!

Join in the fun with a variety of events for youth and families brought to you by the Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD). GVRD offices are now open Saturdays and are temporarily relocated at the Cunningham Aquatic Complex (801 Heartwood Ave). To pre-register for events or for more information on programs, events, classes and activities visit their website at www.gvrd.org, call (707) 648-4600, or email recreation@gvrd.org.

ABILITY DAYS

Monday, July 24, 2023- Ultimate Sports Day!

Monday, August 21, 2023- Pizza and Talent Day!

Monday, October 23, 2023- Spooky Dance Party! 11:00am- 1:00pm

Children’s Wonderland Park (Parking Lot)

360 Glenn Street

Cost: $5.00 per participant. Pre-Registration is required. Join GVRD for a day of music, fun and snacks at the park. Ability Day sessions are designed for individuals of all abilities who are looking for a safe and fun environment to socialize, build, and create. To pre-register or for more information visit www.gvrd.org, call (707) 648-4600, or email recreation@gvrd.org.

PARKS N’ REX DAY!

Saturday, July 29, 2023

Session 1: 10:00am

Session 2: 12:00pm

Childrens Wonderland Park- 360 Glenn Street

This is a FREE event.

Pre-Registration is required. Ages 5-13 What better way to celebrate Parks Make Life Better month than with Parker T. Rex! Parks N' Rex day is back and serving the community of Vallejo with another dino-packed free event! Dino Hunt, jumper, reptiles, face painting, music, meet Parker, and more. Concessions available for a nominal fee. Fun for the entire family! Children’s Wonderland Park will be closed to the general public on this date for the event. To pre-register or for more information visit www.gvrd.org, call (707) 648-4600, or email recreation@gvrd.org.

VOICES Youth Programs Hosts Outreach

Join VOICES for an outreach community BBQ that will include music, dance, games and food. This outreach event aims to engage with youth 14-26 who have been arrested, charged, or convicted, but all are welcome. Young individuals who attend the event can earn a gift card and will have the opportunity to connect to community resources.

WHEN: July 21, 2023

TIME: 3 p.m.–6 p.m.

WHERE: City Park 425 Alabama St Vallejo CA

Community BBQ

If you have any questions about this event, please contact: Quora Epps at quora@voicesyouthcenter.org.

This Outreach Event is funded by a Prop 47 grant received by the City of Vallejo Police Department. VOICES Youth Programs, with support of other non-profits, is leading the community outreach and case management of this program.

Broadway Project: Units Are Stacked!

Vallejo’s Broadway Project is a 47-unit Permanent Supportive Housing Project for individuals experiencing homelessness or individuals at risk for homelessness in Solano County. The project will include a community room and courtyard for use of the residents. In addition to the housing, the project will include supportive services such as goal setting, life skills, financial literacy, and connections to benefits and community resources.

Over the past few weeks, the Factory_OS modules have been transported from the Factory_OS storage lot on Mare Island to 2441 Broadway Ave. The modules are now “stacked” at the property and ready to connect to utilities. Construction will continue for the next few months with an anticipated completion date in October 2023.

Once construction is completed, SHELTER, Inc. will oversee management of the property and provide wrap-around services for residents, such as case management and employment

assistance. SHELTER, Inc. has experience managing properties for more than 30 years, and understands that trauma and unique perspectives of participants, their needs and how to support their journey to self-sufficiency.

The City anticipates having the building in full occupancy by January 2024 and is looking forward to having another permanent supportive housing project that will help move individuals off the street into a permanent housing opportunity.

You can keep up with project updates here: myvallejo.com/broadwayproject

If you have any questions about this project, please contact: homelessness@cityofvallejo.net

WE'RE HIRING

JOIN THE VALLEJO Water

DEPARTMENT!

NOW HIRING FOR: WATER TREATMENT PLANT OPERATOR TRAINEE II

SALARY

$27.30 - $33.19 Hourly

$2,184.15 - $2,654.85 Biweekly

$4,732.33 - $5,752.17 Monthly

$56,787.95 - $69,026.05 Annually

CLOSES

Continuous

BRIEF DESCRIPTION / IDEAL CANDIDATE(S):

This is the second trainee level classification in the Water Treatment Plant Operator series. This is an intermediate level classification, with incumbents having some directly related experience and having successfully obtained their Grade T2 Water Treatment Plant Operator certification; representing the second level of a progressive classification series designed to prepare an incumbent over the course of twenty-four (24) months from date of advancement into this classification, to qualify as a journey-level shift operator, certified by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) as a Grade T3 Water Treatment Plant

Operator. Within twenty-four (24) months of the date of advancement into this classification, incumbents are expected to have obtained the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to qualify for advancement into the classification of Water Treatment Plant Operator. Employees in this class normally have some directly related work experience and are not yet prepared to perform the full range of work assigned to the journey-level classification of Water Treatment Plant Operator. Incumbents continue to receive training and close supervision and are expected to apply acquired job skills to complete tasks of moderate scope and complexity. Judgment is exercised within defined guidelines and procedures to determine appropriate action. This classification is distinguished from the Water Treatment Plant Operator class, in that the latter is the journey level position responsible for independently performing the full range of shift operator duties and maintenance involved in the City's drinking water treatment plant, transmission, distribution systems, and appurtenances.

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 cutting-edge 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!

ASSEMBLYWOMAN LORI D. WILSON ANNOUNCES DISTRICT 11 FUNDING, VALLEJO MARINA PROJECT RECEIVES $1.5 MILLION

On July 11, Assemblywoman Lori. D Wilson (D – Suisun City) announced that Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 102, a key component of the 2023-2024 California Budget Act that includes important funding for a number of projects statewide. Included in these projects is the Vallejo Marina Seawall Rehabilitation Project. $1.5 million has been secured to fund the project.

“The City of Vallejo is excited and grateful for the support of Assemblywoman Lori Wilson and Governor Newsom,” said Acting Vallejo City Manager Gillian Hayes. “This State Funding of $1.5 million toward the repair of the sea wall will reduce and mitigate the siltation that has been occurring in the North Basin of the Vallejo Marina. This repair has been long time coming, and we look forward to its repair as a boost to our community and the City’s economic development.”

BEAT THE HEAT

All Solano County Library branches are open as cooling centers throughout the summer. Vallejo has 2 branches: JFK Library (505 Santa Clara Street) and Springstowne Library (1003 Oakwood). Visit solanolibrary.com for their hours of operation.

For more information to beat the heat, visit solanocounty.com/summerready.

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