Vallejo Weekly | Vol 11 Issue 33

VALLEJO WEEKLY

august 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.

ANGELS WITH HEARTS STORY & ACTIVITY TIME

Every Friday through September 29 August 18, August 25 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Children’s Wonderland Park 360 Glenn Street

FREE Entry! Discover your next great read at Children’s Wonderland! Enjoy your day with story time, arts & crafts, snack time, games, and more. To learn more check out their Facebook page at facebook.com/Angelswithhearts

DIVE-IN MOVIE NIGHTS @ CUNNINGHAM!

Saturday, August 26, 2023 - Minions (run time: 91 mins)

Saturday, September 23, 2023 - The SpongeBob SquarePants Movie (run time: 88 mins)

August:

Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Movie begins at 7:45 p.m.

September: Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Movie begins at 7:15 p.m.

Cunningham Aquatic Complex 801 Heartwood Avenue

ABILITY DAYS - TALENT DAY!

Monday, August 21, 2023 - Audition Time!

Monday, October 23, 2023 - Spooky Dance Party! 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Children’s Wonderland Park -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.

Cost: $5.00 pre -registration $7.00 register at the door

The Aquatics Department introduces their first ever Dive-In Movies! Participants will be able to swim while watching a movie. Two pools are available: the Olympic size pool and the toddler pool. No swimming experience needed. Lifeguards will be on deck. Concessions will be available for purchase.

To register go to www.gvrd.org. For more info call (707) 648-4663 or email rallen@gvrd.org

FLAVORTOWN TUESDAYS

Second and fourth Tuesdays through September

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Children’s Wonderland Park - 360 Glenn Street

FREE entry to the park.

POOCHELLA

Saturday, August 19, 2023

10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

City Park- 425 Alabama Street

FREE entry

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!

STORYTIME AT CHILDREN’S WONDERLAND

Every Thursday through October

August 24, August 31

11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

Children’s Wonderland Park - 360 Glenn Street

This is a FREE event.

Join GVRD and friends from the Solano County Library for storytime!

Join all your furry friends at the 2nd Annual Dog Festival, Poochella! Poochella features animal friendly vendors from all over the Bay Area. Enter the free Every Day Dog Show where your dog can compete for Best Costume, Best Wag, Best Trick, Best Body Part, Best Bark, and Best Dog & Owner Look-a-like. Raffles, K9 demo, rescues, adoptions and much more. Vendor applications (10x10 ft booth space) are open. To purchase a $125 booth space, visit the GVRD website.  Click here to buy.  OR to purchase a $75 booth space and a donation of a raffle item, visit the GVRD website. View

Request For Proposals for IHART Extended

The Vallejo Police Department (VPD) is seeking proposals from organizations and entities specializing in mobile crisis response, mental and behavioral health, and co-responder programming. VPD has extended the deadline for a Request for Proposals (RFP) to support the staffing and deployment of the Integrated Health and Resource Team (IHART), a new mobile crisis intervention team (CIT) established to address the specific and urgent mental and behavioral health needs in Vallejo. The RFP is live as of August 3, 2023 and available on the Planet Bids website.

IHART will provide City of Vallejo residents with trauma-informed response and linkages to mental and behavioral health resources by diverting mental, behavioral, and social services-related calls to the unit that will operate 12 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days per year. IHART will significantly reduce VPD’s role and presence in these calls and ensure appropriate response for our community, resulting in improved outcomes for individuals experiencing crises. By significantly reducing the VPD’s role in mental and behavioral health-related response, this program provides the department with the capacity to respond to Vallejo’s most urgent and violent crimes, further reducing harm for our community.

Proposals due: August 25, 2023 by 5 p.m. PT

All questions about information contained in the RFP during this time should be submitted through the portal or to Drew.Ramsay@cityofvallejo.net by August 16, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. PT.

Please pay close attention to the requirements of the RFP and all included exhibits. If you have any questions about the submission process, please direct them to Caitlyn.Nguyen@cityofvallejo.net.

The Coach Sarna League’s All-Girls NFL Flag Football Division

Registration is open for the Fall 2023 season of The Coach Sarna League’s All-Girls NFL Flag Football Division. Girls from preschool to high school age are invited to join. Register at www.thecoachsarnaleague.org or call (707) 316-3029.

WHEN: The Fall Season runs from Saturday, October 14, 2023– Saturday, December 2, 2023 All games are held on Saturdays

Registration Cost: $85.00

It is the mission of The Coach Sarna League that every child who wants to play will receive that opportunity. Scholarships are available to all in need. Families are also encouraged take advantage of volunteer opportunities to help pay for player costs. To find out about upcoming volunteer opportunities, contact Ryan Sarna at (707)316-3029 or email thecoachsarnaleague@gmail.com.

HUMANE SOCIETY PET OF THE WEEK

MAPLE

German Shepherd Dog, female, age 1

Maple is a deeply affectionate, doting German Shepherd who can’t wait to find her forever home! Maple genuinely loves everyone she meets. She asks to be close by putting her paw on your hand and pulling it towards her. Maple’s a “Velcro dog” who’d be perfectly content to curl up next to her person and binge-watch a show. But she’d also adore going on adventures to the beach and the mountains. Maple’s body is built for an active lifestyle and she’ll thrive with a family that loves going places! She knows a lot of commands and loves to play fetch. To meet this gentle beauty, go to HSNB.org to fill out our dog adoption interest application.

For a list of our available cats and dogs, go to HSNB.org and click on 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 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 by appointment, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily, with up to two Open Shelter Saturdays per month. We are actively seeking fosters for our pets in need, and we are always seeking donations to help us do the lifesaving work we do.

HUMANE SOCIETY PET OF THE WEEK

THEO

Domestic Shorthair cat, male, age 4 months

This handsome mini-hunk is Theo! He is a sweet, silly, athletic kitten of 4 months old. Theo is currently being fostered at a loving temporary home along with his siblings Iris, Pixie and Sunny. Theo and his littermates were rescued from beneath a wood pile at a very delicate age. They are now romping, hopping, purring happy little cats who LOVE to run and play! If you’d like to meet Theo or his siblings, visit HSNB.org to fill out our cat adoption interest application.

For a list of our available cats and dogs, go to HSNB.org and click on 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 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 by appointment, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily, with up to two Open Shelter Saturdays per month. We are actively seeking fosters for our pets in need, and we are always seeking donations to help us do the lifesaving work we do.

copper wire theft alert

The City of Vallejo’s Public Works Department has recently conducted nighttime light surveys in east Vallejo (District 1) and encountered about 75 inoperable streetlights along Ascot Parkway between Redwood Parkway and Turner Drive, and along Redwood Parkway, between Ascot Parkway and Columbus Parkway, due to copper wire theft. The Traffic division has been working continuously since being notified, restoring power to affected streetlights as quickly as possible.

The City of Vallejo encourages any observers of wire theft to report it to the Vallejo Police Department by phone at (707) 648-4321 or by filing a police report electronically. It is very costly to replace this wiring and poses a public safety hazard, so please be cautious in these areas.

VALLEJO PAL SOCCER OPENING CEREMONY

Vallejo Police Activities League (PAL) Soccer hosted its opening ceremony to celebrate the youth participating in the program on Saturday, August 5. This year they celebrated the most youth signups for the league in over 10 years! Returning to the same field where he started his PAL soccer career back in 1982, Captain Bobby Knight “kicked off” the season by scoring the first goal of the season. Good luck to the youth and families playing soccer this year for Vallejo PAL soccer!

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!

2023-24 SPECIAL EVENT SPONSORSHIP GRANT PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT

The City of Vallejo is excited to announce the Special Event Sponsorship Grant Program (SESGP). To be considered for sponsorship, event organizers must meet all eligibility criteria and apply to the program.

SESGP PROGRAM OVERVIEW AND GOALS

The Special Events Sponsorship Grant Program (SESGP) offers financial assistance to support special events in the City of Vallejo. These events include festivals, parades, and community celebrations that may require the support services of the Police Department, Fire Department, and/or the Public Works Division on the day(s) of the event. SESGP awards are made once a year through a competitive application and review process. The program aims to foster successful high-impact community events and programs that:

• Enhance economic development;

• Encourage community participation;

• Promote arts and cultural growth; and

• Provide a rich variety of festivities for residents and visitors. The program is not intended to support events where the primary purpose is fundraising for a cause. The SESGP awards are meant to partially offset the cost of city services by providing financial support for events. Award amounts may vary per event per year. Organizers could request up to 50% of the anticipated total event cost or 100% of the anticipated cost of city services, whichever is higher. Award amounts may be less than the amount requested.

Fiscal Year 2023-24: The grant application window opens on Thursday, August 17, 2023. The grant submission deadline is the Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. Late and/or incomplete submissions will not be accepted.

ADMINISTRATION

The Vallejo City Manager’s office manages the administrative process of the SESGP, as the department also manages the permitting process for high-impact special events in the City. To be considered for funding in this current cycle, FY 2023-24, grant applications must be submitted for review by Thursday, September 28, 2023, 12:00 p.m. All applicants will be notified of the status of their application no later than Wednesday, 10/25/23.

NOTE: For Fiscal Year 2024-25, the Grant Application period will open October 26, 2023, and all requests will be due on December 20, 2023, 12:00 p.m.

Moving forward, the amount of funds available for the program and for each applicable event will be presented for City Council consideration in June. While funding will not be approved until Council adoption, the City will calculate anticipated award amounts by early May, based on eligible applications received and the City’s budget proposal at the time. All anticipated award amounts are not guaranteed and are subject to adjustments based on Council adoption. The final allocation of sponsorship funds will be determined and announced following the City’s current Fiscal Year budget adoption in June.

For detailed information regarding the program, including eligibility, fund use restrictions, evaluation criteria, application instructions and checklist, contact Community & Volunteer Coordinator Shelee Loughmiller, via email at SpecialEvents@cityofvallejo.net or call 707-648-8616 to schedule an appointment.

AUGUST SUMMER NIGHTS

Don’t miss out on these amazing summer events! Join your friends, family, and neighbors for August Summer Nights every Thursday in downtown Vallejo. This event is hosted by Vallejo Main Street, a non-profit dedicated to the enhancement of downtown Vallejo. Two live music stages, food trucks, a kid zone, and local artisan vendors have been lining the streets of downtown Georgia St. every Thursday in August from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Local businesses will stay open late to join in the fun! Join us for great music, delicious food, amazing vendors, and community fun for the whole family. See you there!

AUGUST SUMMER NIGHTS PERFORMANCE LINE-UP

Thursday, August 17 – David Bustamante & Bobby Santos / Beau Funk

Thursday, August 24 – Tom Jonesing/ Prieto & Mirage Band featuring Mio Flores

Thursday, August 31 – Guitarist Glenn Snyder/ Papa Joe & The New Deal

BAY AREA MAKER FAIRE MARE ISLAND

The legendary and mind-blowing Maker Faire is back for its 15th time in the Bay Area this October with a new direction, a new location, new makers, and old friends! After a few years’ hiatus, organizers are excited to bring back their flagship Maker Faire to California’s San Francisco Bay Area in Vallejo over two weekends at the Mare Island Naval Shipyard on October 13–15 and October 20–22, 2023. Experience the ultimate showcase of creativity, innovation, and endlesspossibilities at Maker Faire!

Immerse yourself in a world where robots come alive, art defies boundaries, drones soar through the sky, and groundbreaking technology shapes the future. Don’t miss out on this full-throttle event that will leave you awe-inspired and yearning for more! For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Maker Faire Eventbrite webpage.

EARLY BIRD TICKETS END ON AUGUST 31, 2023 AT 11:59 P.M. PST. SAVE 30% ON TICKETS NOW!

WHEN:

October 13–15, 2023

Friday, 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Saturday, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Sunday, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

October 20–22, 2023

Friday, 11:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, 10:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m.

Sunday, 10:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m.

WHERE:

Mare Island

850 Nimitz Avenue

Vallejo, CA 94592

MINGLE WITH THE SHARKS

Come mix and mingle with community leaders and exotic animals in a unique setting! Admission includes appetizers, two drink tickets, auctions and raffles.

There are limited tickets available for this event and advance purchase is required. Tickets are $65 before August 15 and $75 after August 15. To purchase tickets, visit the Leadership Vallejo website or call (707) 738-6964.

For more information or to donate an auction item, call (707) 738-6964.

WHEN:

Wednesday, August 30, 2023 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

WHERE:

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Shark Experience

1001 Fairgrounds Drive

Vallejo, CA 94589

we’re hiring

JOIN THE CITY OF VALLEJO!

For a full list of job opportunities, visit the Government Jobs website.

FIRE DEPARTMENT

NOW HIRING FOR: FIREFIGHTER ENGINEER (INTERNAL PROMOTIONAL ONLY)

CLOSES:

August 28, 2023

SALARY:

$34.81 - $42.31 Hourly

$3,919.82 - $4,764.58 Biweekly

$8,492.94 - $10,323.25 Monthly

$101,915.32 - $123,879.05 Annually

BRIEF DESCRIPTION / IDEAL CANDIDATE:

This is a Department Only Promotional Opportunity for employees in permanent, allocated positions in the Fire Department of the City of Vallejo.

Under supervision, Firefighter Engineers are responsible for the operation and driving of fire apparatus; respond to fire alarms and other emergency calls; engage in firefighting and fire prevention activities in protecting life and property; participate in station maintenance and training activities; and do other related work as required.

The successful candidates will possess the following highly desirable attributes: detail oriented; astute; proactive; responsive; timely; accurate; excellent oral and written communication to internal and external constituents; collaborative; solution oriented; trustworthy; ethical; and will interact with the public courteously and tactfully.

Visit the Government Jobs website to apply today!

we’re hiring

JOIN THE CITY OF VALLEJO!

For a full list of job opportunities, visit the Government Jobs website.

POLICE DEPARTMENT

NOW HIRING FOR: POLICE OFFICER (LATERAL)

CLOSES: Continuous

SALARY:

$42.28 - $53.96 Hourly

$3,382.26 - $4,316.72 Biweekly

$7,328.23 - $9,352.89 Monthly

$87,938.81 - $112,234.71 Annually

BRIEF DESCRIPTION / IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The Police Officer (Lateral) works under general supervision and in all conditions, performing a variety of law enforcement duties that involve protecting life and property; enforcing laws and ordinances; conducting criminal investigations, crime prevention and suppression; preserving the public peace; performing special assignments in the protection of life and property; and related work as required.

Ideal candidates for this position should possess understanding of modern policing issues, philosophies, practices and trends including the President’s Task Force on 21st Century Policing. Candidates should also have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse community. Graduation from a POST certified academy within the last 12 months is highly desirable.

Visit the Government Jobs website to apply today!

POLICE DEPARTMENT

NOW HIRING FOR: POLICE OFFICER (RECRUIT)

CLOSES: Continuous

SALARY: $32.00 Hourly

BRIEF DESCRIPTION / IDEAL CANDIDATE:

Interested in making a difference in the community? The Vallejo Police Department is seeking highly motived individuals who can demonstrate sound judgment, have superior decision-making skills, and who are eager to participate in a high level of community collaboration, strategic partnerships, and progressive problem solving.

Visit the Government Jobs website to apply today!

Leadership Vallejo - BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEE

Leadership Vallejo (LV) is excited to announce that this past month we have 19 new graduates from the Year 15 program, bringing the Leadership Vallejo alumni membership to over 235 members! We are proud of our participants taking the initiative to complete the 9-month program, enabling them to acquire an in-depth overview of the City of Vallejo while enhancing their leadership skills, knowledge, and a clearer understanding of how to develop their skills as a leader within their own businesses and community!

Now it’s your turn! Leadership Vallejo’s Year 16 program begins this September. We are looking for individuals who care about their community and want to be a catalyst for positive change. LV offers an opportunity to learn about our diverse, vibrant community—even for those who have lived here all their lives.

If you are interested in learning about the history of Vallejo, understanding behind-thescenes details about our City’s operation, and/ or want to expand your network of contacts with connections that will help drive change for the better, join us for LV’s Year 16 class.

Leadership Vallejo offers a nine-month program that educates and trains future business, government, and volunteer leaders to gain the skills and experience need to make the change they want to see in Vallejo and the world. This program includes a broad range of informative interactions with leaders in city government as well as sessions which include insights into our history, education opportunities, arts community, economic development, and other areas of interest, providing a well-rounded overview of this historic community. Participants also receive training in a variety of personal and professional development skills to help equip them for leadership roles in their community, business and personal lives.

For applications and additional information, visit our website at www.leadershipvallejo.org or contact Lisa Gannon at (707) 738-6964.

Deadline for registration is September 1 for the Year 16 class.

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