Vallejo Weekly | Vol 11 Issue 42 by cityofvallejo

Vol 11 | Issue 42 october 19, 2023

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Message from Mike Hello, Vallejo,

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This past week, the City of Vallejo has taken many steps in responding to the community by entering into an agreement with the California Department of Justice (CalDOJ) to continue the work started three years ago. We will, of course, need more Police staffing and resources to help implement these recommendations and CalDOJ has committed to being a partner with our City to make positive changes. Our Human Resources Department presented to the City Council our staffing needs in critical areas such as Police, Planning and Development, and Water Department this past week. Our staff is working hard to recruit and retain top talent to help us further the City’s goals of providing a safe and thriving community. Despite our current staffing shortage, I want to echo Mayor Robert McConnell’s gratitude he expressed Tuesday night for all of City staff. I can assure you the City employees are consummate professionals who take pride in their work and are dedicated to their craft, providing the best service possible to the community. Please take a look at the City job link provided here in the Weekly. Help make a difference in Vallejo!

Respectfully, Mike Malone Vallejo City Manager

October 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 Main Office (registrations & reservations) is temporarily relocated to Cunningham Aquatic Complex (801 Heartwood Ave) open M-F 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Sat 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. All GVRD Board & Committee Meetings are held at 401 Amador St (administration, finance, & human resources). To pre-register for events or for more information on programs, events, classes and activities visit www.gvrd.org, call (707) 648-4600, or email recreation@gvrd.org. View the GVRD Fall 2023 Activity Guide for more programs, events, classes and activities! NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH – WIG GIVEAWAY Friday, October 20, 2023 Breast cancer can impact the important women in your life; GVRD wants to help these women at every step of their breast cancer journey. If you know anyone battling breast cancer who is interested in a wig, you can register on the GVRD website or call (707) 648-4600 or email emendez@gvrd.org. Wigs will be available for pick up or delivery. Delivery times will be from 12:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m. SPOOKY PARTY Wednesday, October 25, 2023 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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Children’s Wonderland Park 360 Glenn Street

$5 entry, pumpkins will also be sold at the park.

STORYTIME AT CHILDREN’S WONDERLAND Every Thursday through October October 19, October 26 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! NIGHTMARE ON GLENN STREET Tuesday, October 31, 2023 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Children’s Wonderland Park 360 Glenn Street This is a FREE event! Join GVRD for their annual Nightmare on Glenn Street event! Visit Trick-or-Treat Lane, Haunted Hallway, Hay Maze, social media costume contest, and more! Small, large pumpkins, and glow in the dark souvenirs will be available for purchase for a nominal fee. All children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

It’s Halloween time for our adaptive community! We invite anyone with any disability to the park. We’re having a bash, wear your best costume to our fun monster mash. It’s going to be a spook-tacular party you will not want to miss! Enjoy the dance party, haunted house, costume View these events and more at contest, and hay maze. Register on the www.gvrd.org or scan the QR code GVRD website today!

What’s happening in town Being involved in your community and attending local events are a great way to bring members of the Vallejo community together to celebrate our rich cultural diversity. The benefits of these events are numerous: • Bring members of a community closer together to develop and nurture relationships to support a thriving community. • Spending time with family, friends and others in your community can help build healthy relationships and enhance mental well-being. • Establishing a strong community identity fosters a greater sense of pride in our community which encourages participants to support their community and attract new visitors. • Last but by no means least…it’s FUN! Great community events serve to ensure that the community we share is a pleasant place to live and work and members are excited to be a part of supporting.

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October 2023 Events

10/20–22 Mare Island

Maker Faire

10 a.m.– 6 p.m.

10/21

Loma Vista Farm

Harvest Festival

11 a.m.– 3 p.m.

10/21

Magazine St. & Del Sur

A Celebration of E-40

10 a.m.– 12 p.m.

10/23

Glen Cove Elementary

Community Meeting

6 p.m.– 8 p.m.

10/31

Love Life Church

Community Harvest

4:30 p.m.– 7 p.m.

A CELEBRATION OF EARL “E-40” STEVENS STREET NAMING AND KEY TO THE CITY CEREMONY A Celebration of Earl “E-40” Stevens The City of Vallejo is organizing a ceremony to honor Earl “E-40” Stevens on Saturday, October 21 to celebrate his life and legacy as a hip-hop icon, entrepreneur, philanthropist and Vallejo ambassador.

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At the ceremony, the City will unveil E-40’s honorary street sign designation, provide him with a key to the city and deliver a proclamation reading, which will take place at the intersection of Magazine Street and Del Sur from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Magazine Street will be closed from Laurel to Hollywood during the event.

Over the course of his illustrious career, E-40 has cemented his legacy as one of the alltime great musicians, having amassed several multiplatinum and gold studio albums, collaborations and hit singles. As a solo artist, E-40 holds the record for most solo album entries on the Billboard 200 charts by a hip-hop artist (32).

2023 marks the 30-year anniversary of E-40’s debut studio album (Federal) that launched his career into stardom and also coincides with the 50th anniversary of hip-hop music. Beyond his accolades as an entertainer, the Vallejo native has become equally as successful as an entrepreneur, having built a massive wine, spirits and food empire. For any inquiries regarding this event, please contact: Natalie Peterson Assistant to the City Manager Natalie.Peterson@CityOfVallejo.net For any inquiries regarding E-40, please contact: Didier Morais Vital Versatility CEO and E-40’s publicist Didier@VitalVersatility.com

Artist Highlight-Poet Laureate

Emerita D.L. Lang Ars Poetica Poetry is the outcry for justice at the top of our lungs. Poetry is the rainbow breathing light into the sky. Poetry is the warmest hug from your closest friends. Poetry is the sweetest wine from an infinite bottle of beauty. Poetry radiates the aroma of fresh baked winter cookies. Poetry will blow your mind into universes left untouched by mere mortals floating through life blinded by simplicity. Poetry would eat the moon for breakfast and snack on the stars, washing it down with the comets fiery light. Poetry performs with blind confidence in the truth and absurdity. Poetry flies steady, observing madness, distilling it into perfection. Poetry is the infinite adventure accessible to every human who would dare to step forward into the unknown. Poetry is the ultimate trip and we are the visionaries, demanding joyous, loving futures yet unrealized.

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- Emerita D.L. Lang

Vallejo Poet Laureate Emerita D.L. Lang is an internationally published poet. A winner of the 2023 Curbside Haiku contest, her haiku was displayed across downtown Tulsa, Oklahoma and archived at the Woody Guthrie Center. In 2023 Lang performed at the Woody Guthrie Folk Festival, Vallejo Poetry Festival, Flyway Festival and Laborfest. Lang is anthologized in The Workingman’s Hand (Fine Dog), Remembering Woody Guthrie (Moonstone), American Graveyard (Read or Green), and the upcoming Healing A Fractured World (Revolutionary Poets Brigade). She also went viral for a poem about Elon Musk. KPOO, KPFA, KALW, and KZCT have broadcast her poetry. Visit dianalangpoetry.com

Celebrating 30 years of citizen diplomacy with baguio city

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On September 21, 2023, a visiting delegation from Vallejo’s sister city of Baguio City, Philippines paid a courtesy call to Vallejo City Hall. The visit was a part of the commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the two cities’ sister city relationship. The delegation was made up of Baguio City Vice Mayor Faustino A. Olowan; City Councilor and Co-chairperson of the Sister Cities Executive Committee Lilia A. Farinas; City Councilor Fred L. Bagbagen; Spouse of Councilor Bagbagen, Mrs. Natividad T. Bagbagen; and Member of Baguio City Sister Cities Executive Committee Ms. Sonia A. Daoas.

The delegation was accompanied by members of the Vallejo Sister City Association and Vallejo Sister City Commission, including William Kim, Yolanda Kim, Dinah Villanueva-Ryan, Norma Placido, Pelton Stewart, Paul Ligda, Christy Gardner, Victoria Grace, Elissa ShanksStewart, Paul Lamb, and Ravi Shankar. They were received by Vice-Mayor Rozzana VerderAliga, Councilmembers Arriola and Loera-Diaz, City Manager Mike Malone, City Attorney Veronica Nebb, and many of the department heads. At the reception, the delegation received the first Key to the City ever presented by the City of Vallejo. Following the reception, lunch and a roundtable discussion were held in the Vallejo Room. The delegation had an opportunity to ask questions and exchange ideas with community leaders from Touro University, Cal Maritime Academy, Greater Vallejo Recreation District, Visit Vallejo, and the Vallejo City Unified School District. The delegation was in the City of Vallejo from September 19-24, 2023. During this time, they enjoyed visits to Mare Island Technology Academy, the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, and a tour of Mare Island. The trip culminated on Saturday, September 23, 2023, with the annual Vallejo Sister Cities International Dinner and Auction.

Vallejo Water-Facilities New Equipment Showcase

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As we continue to see a decrease in available fuel crews provided by Cal-Fire, we (City of Vallejo Water – Facilities) had to explore additional options to safely maintain and reduce vegetative fuel for wildfires in our Vallejo, Green Valley, Fairfield, and Napa locations.

This is RC Mowers’ new R-Series 60 remote-controlled mower (R60); though called a ‘mower’ this isn’t used to cut manicured turf like you may think, but rather dense brush and vegetation that pose a fire hazard in the summer months and are commonly found in our rural areas and watershed locations. The R60 is capable of mowing at a 50-degree slope (equivalent to 120% grade) at 5.7 mph, can be remotely operated up to 1000 ft. away, has an on-board camera so the operator can see obstacles, cuts up to 1.5” diameter brush, and much more! RC Mowers is a USAmade product that demonstrates reliability, toughness, and quality craftsmanship put into this product’s development. This valuable piece of equipment will keep our staff safe when working on steep inclines and uneven terrain while cutting needed fire breaks and performing fuel reduction measures within our watershed.

BAY AREA MAKER FAIRE MARE ISLAND

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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. Last weekend, October 13–15, was a huge success and we are ready to provide another fabulous time this weekend, October 20–22, 2023. Experience the ultimate showcase of creativity, innovation, and endless possibilities 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.

WHEN: 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

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Donate to Toys for Tots

We have officially kicked off our annual campaign to collect Toys for Tots in the Vallejo/American Canyon area! This 2023 Christmas season marks 26 years that Security Public Storage has been collecting unwrapped toys for tots in need, and we are especially excited and hopeful to make an impact that demonstrates how much our community cares about making a difference this holiday season.

Help the dedicated U.S. Marine Corp Reserve and local volunteers make this holiday special for disadvantaged kids in our community. Drop off your new, unwrapped kids’ toys and gifts at the Security Public Storage office in Vallejo between October 3 and December 1.

Drop-off Location: Security Public Storage 4360 Sonoma Blvd Vallejo, CA 94589 707-549-6246

Hours: Monday–Saturday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

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PB Cycle 9 Idea Collection is Open! How would you make Vallejo an even better place? Could we improve a park? Is there a local non-profit that could use some funding to support an extraordinary program? Do you have a beautification project in mind? What about an after-school project? As a resident of Vallejo, you are a local expert, and the Participatory Budgeting (PB) process wants to hear your ideas for potential projects. The ideas you submit today could be considered and developed into proposals for the May/June 2024 PB ballot.

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Cycle 9 of the Participatory Budgeting process will fund up to $500,000 worth of projects. Capital infrastructure projects must be implemented on City of Vallejo property and have a max budget request of $150,000. Program and service projects are usually implemented by local non-profits and partner agencies like the Vallejo City Unified School District or Greater Vallejo Recreation District. Program and service projects can request up to $37,500. Community members and non-profit organizations can submit ideas and their complete proposals online at myvallejo.com/pb9. Non-profit 501(c)3 organizations interested in being an implementing partner must complete a prequalification application online by Sunday, October 22 at 11:59 p.m. You can submit your application in-person at City Hall. In Cycle 9, community members also have the opportunity to assist with the PB process as an outreach volunteer or a budget delegate, by filling out a volunteer form online. What projects won last cycle? – Visit the MyVallejo website for details on the Cycle 8 winning projects. It all starts with you and your idea! 13

we’re hiring JOIN THE CITY OF VALLEJO! FINANCE

BRIEF DESCRIPTION / IDEAL CANDIDATE:

NOW HIRING FOR: Meter Reader

The ideal Meter Reader candidate will possess the ability to follow directions and learn the methods, techniques, tools, equipment, and materials used in the minor repair and installation of water meters. While not required, water meter reading experience and customer service experience responding to and resolving customer requests, complaints and inquiries are highly desirable.

CLOSES: 10/30/2023, 5:00 p.m.

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SALARY: $24.45 - $29.72 Hourly $1,956.12 - $2,377.68 Biweekly $4,238.26 - $5,151.64 Monthly $50,859.12 - $61,819.68 Annually 14

Visit the Government Jobs website to apply today!

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Vallejo Center for the Arts Announces Encore Presentation of Three Tenors Concert The Vallejo Festival Orchestra debuted at the historic Empress Theatre in 2020 with Three Tenors! – The Next Generation, a tribute to the iconic “3 Tenors” concerts that have captivated the world for decades. Building upon the legendary legacy of Luciano Pavarotti, Plácido Domingo, and José Carreras, the next concert, on Saturday, October 28, will be an encore presentation featuring three talented young tenors poised to carry the torch forward. Grammy award-winning conductor Thomas Conlin, the 62 musicians in the Vallejo Festival Orchestra, and the three brilliant young tenors look forward to welcoming you to our evening of passionate and romantic Italian arias and songs. And plan on meeting all the performers in the Empress Lounge immediately following the program. For more information and tickets, visit https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/empresstheatre/7268/event/1342585. 18

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HUMANE SOCIETY PETs OF THE WEEK BUTTERCUP Domestic Medium Hair, female, 2 years old

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This pretty kitty is Buttercup! She’s a gorgeous, fluffy Tabby who can be a bit shy until she gets to know you. But once she makes friends, Buttercup is all yours! She loves to be petted and talked to. Buttercup is a bit wary of kiddos and she may need to be the only cat in the home. Buttercup has not been tested with dogs. So a very slow introduction would be a must. Buttercup has her favorite toys and she is always up for a rousing game of laser pointer. This girl can be quick! But mostly, she prefers to be in your lap receiving all of your attention. To set up a meeting with Buttercup, go to HSNB.org and fill out a 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 life-saving work we do.

HUMANE SOCIETY PETs OF THE WEEK MISTY Bull Terrier, female, age 4 years old

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Meet Misty! This 4-year-old Bull Terrier cutie is looking for a forever home where she will be showered with love. Misty enjoys going on walks where she can stop and sniff ... and stop ... and sniff ... some more. Misty is in no particular hurry to go anywhere. She’d be the perfect couch companion for someone who likes to sample the simple joys of life: Snuggling on the couch, watching a movie, or taking a nature walk. Misty would be perfectly happy to be the only dog by your side. Misty is spayed and up to date on her shots and ready to go home! If you think Misty might be your couch potato, fill out a dog interest application at HSNB.org.

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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."

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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.

Community-owned ISPs are driven by the needs and interests of the local residents rather than profit-driven motives. The profits generated stay within the community, promoting local growth, job creation, and economic development. VIP is committed to upholding net neutrality principles, ensuring everyone enjoys a level playing field on the internet.

Local businesses currently using VIP are Brooks & Co. Real Estate, Kindred Motorworks, Aardvarks Adventureland, Suite Treatments Inc., and many more! You, too, can be a part of VIP. Learn more about your local ISP and 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! Stay updated with the latest news, updates, events, and more on our social media accounts on Instagram and Facebook!

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At JFK Library 505 Santa Clara St.

Homework help JFK Library, in partnership with Vallejo Project, offers after-school homework help! Students grades K–8 can work with math and English tutors on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information visit solanolibrary.com. When Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.

Where JFK Library 505 Santa Clara St.

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL NEEDS YOU! CONTACT US mark@ebboa.org 510-815-1565 www.ebboa.org

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JOIN THE East Bay Basketball Officials Association! This is a very exciting time to become a basketball official. As a member of East Bay Basketball Officials Association (EBBOA) you will be able to participate in lectures, trainings and exercises that will prepare you for everything you need to be successful. Every ballgame is one more way to stay connected to the community, while making a positive impact in the lives of many student-athletes. Becoming a basketball official requires an immense amount of both physical and tactical training. Not only must officials be in good shape so that they can run up and down the court with ease, but they also need to develop communication skills and a concrete understanding of how to interpret each of the ever-evolving high school rules. If you are interested, please fill out the EBBOA Inquiry Form. We look forward to supporting your journey! 25

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CALLING ALL FERRY RIDERS – WE NEED YOUR INPUT! The operators of the San Francisco Bay Ferry are working on a project to reconfigure the existing Vallejo Ferry Terminal. The project will reduce annual maintenance costs and impacts on the environment, increase operational safety, and improve the overall rider experience.

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An environmental study is underway, and we’re asking for feedback on three alternatives, each with different access points around the perimeter of the basin (see figure on the back): • Alternative 1 and 2 propose access from outside of the basin (southwest and northwest corners respectively) with a “dog-leg” design providing pedestrian access to the ferry. • Alternative 3 proposes extended pedestrian access from the existing ferry terminal access point. • Each option will provide more passenger queuing area, improve operational safety, and reduce commute times.

Sign up for the upcoming virtual public meeting or share your input by scanning the QR code. For more information, visit www.weta.sanfranciscobayferry.com/current-projects/vallejo-ferry-terminal-reconfiguration-project 26

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Ceremony August 24, 2023 Vallejo, CA The Bay Trail/Vine Trail project will construct approximately 5 miles of bike and pedestrian trail facilities in the north end of Vallejo to ultimately connect the Vallejo Ferry Terminal to the jurisdictional boundary with American Canyon. The project will build sections of multi-use trail and bike lanes. The project will also include enhancements such as wayfinding, shelters, interpretive panels, and mileposts.

10-10:15 Welcome guests

Bay Trail/Vine 10:15-10:45 SpeakersTrail Construction Project Closures

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The City of Vallejo is excited to announce the beginning of the Bay Trail/Vine Trail Construction which will help close the 5-mile trail gap that now exists through Vallejo up to American CityProject of Vallejo Mayor Robert McConnell Canyon. The project will build sections of Class I multi-use trail and sections of Class II and IV Caltrans District 4 Office Chief Ave., Sergio Ruiz Street, Enterprise Drive, Lewis Brown bike lanes along sections of Wilson Sacramento Napa Valley VineStreet, TrailSonoma Founder and BoardDrive, President Chuck McMinn Drive, Broadway Blvd., Meadows and Catalina Way. The project includes trail enhancements such as wayfinding signage, counters, a rest shelter, interpretive panel, and Solano County Supervisor Erin Hannigan mileposts. The project addresses accessibility along all of the segments and will produce a safe Solano Transportation Authority/City of Benicia Mayor Steve and inviting facility for bike and pedestrian travel in northern Vallejo. VallejoYoung will serve as the and gateway to reach theManager larger Bay Area! Citytrailhead of Vallejo, Assistant City Terrance Davis To construct the project as safely as possible, the public should expect project area closures

10:45-11:30 Refreshments andSlough giveaways-Thank you forSacramento coming! Street and of the existing trail between White and Highway 37 between

Enterprise Drive through early 2024. Please plan accordingly by allowing extra time to follow signage and use alternate routes when in these project areas.

For media inquiries, please contact: Sharon.Lund@cityofvallejo.net 28

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THE CITY OF VALLEJO COMMUNITY TOOL TRAILER PROGRAM The City of Vallejo maintains a Community Tool Trailer stocked with landscaping tools and cleanup supplies to assist groups with community cleanups or beautification projects. This resource is offered to residents and groups free of charge to assist resident volunteers who gather together to give litter the boot! Community projects must be in the City of Vallejo and must be on public, nonprofit, public school or church property. There is a minimum of ten volunteers committed to the project to make the group eligible for use of the trailer.

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The trailer is booked on a first-come, first-served basis year-round – weather permitting. A Public Works staff driver brings the trailer to your event site, stays with the trailer for the duration of the event, and will remove collected bags of litter and/or bulky items. PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS • Must be used in Vallejo, CA. • Must be 18 years old or older to reserve the trailer. • Must have a minimum of 10 volunteers. • Project must be on public property (park, greenspace, school), church or nonprofit. NO PERSONAL PROPERTIES.

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Event must have project coordinator or lead volunteer. Completion and submittal of trailer application and participant list must be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to the event to prepare staff schedule. All volunteers are required to complete and sign a City of Vallejo volunteer waiver.

TO REQUEST A TOOL TRAILER RESERVATION, SEND AN EMAIL TO VOLUNTEERS@CITYOFVALLEJO.NET OR CALL 707-648-8616. The City of Vallejo Community & Volunteer Coordinator will call/email within 72 hours to confirm and review details of the event. 30

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GROW WITH GOOGLE SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOPS Main Street America and Grow with Google have teamed up to help business owners gain new skills through local digital coaches. Through the Grow with Google Digital Coaches program, 10 coaches in small towns across America are offering live trainings and hands-on coaching on topics like how to connect with customers, sell more products online, and improve business productivity – all for free. Starting in September and continuing through November, Grow with Google Digital Coaches will host a series of both live and on-demand virtual workshops for small business owners. These workshops are free and open to all small business owners and entrepreneurs across the network, beyond the 10 states hosting in-person trainings. To learn more about each workshop and find registration details, visit the Grow with Google website. 31

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