The Vallejo Weekly - Volume 9 Issue 49

Vallejo W e e k ly Vo l u m e 9 I s s u e 4 9 December 9, 2021

Photo: Vallejo City Council - December 2021

Residents and Business Owners of Vallejo: As we move into this third round of COVID this winter, we all must be cognizant of our actions and the measures we take to preserve our health and the wellbeing of others. Unfortunately, this virus appears to be highly adaptable to the conditions and appears that it will be present for some time to come.

The Centers for Disease Control and the California Department of Public Health are encouraging people to wear masks again in many types of settings. I continue to highly recommend that we each do our part by getting the vaccination and the booster shot. You can visit the Solano County Covid Web Page if you seek to acquire a vaccine.

Another change that has presented itself with this virus is a transition in the workforce with their expectations and needs. The workforce is changing, and the City is not exempt from that shift - we must change with it as well. Once considered a unique benefit, teleworking has become a part of all our lives.

People no longer want to come to an office daily. Council is very aware of this and is ready to adjust accordingly. The following year will bring more change to Vallejo as we prepare to bid farewell to those eager to retire and welcome new staff, ideas and leadership to our City.

In closing, please keep your minds open to the promise of positive change in the upcoming year. As always, I appreciate and look forward to your helpful comments at our next City Council Meeting where we can all hear them presented in open session.

Your Mayor,

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JOIN US AND GIVE LITTER THE BOOT TOMORROW! WHEN: Saturday, December 11, 2021 9 a.m. to noon WHERE: City Park, Vallejo 425 Alabama Street Just show up - the community cleanup tool trailer will be there with all the tools you’ll need!

MASKS ARE ENCOURAGED Interested in hosting a community cleanup?

Send us an email at volunteers@cityofvallejo.net or (707) 648-8616 to get started.

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2022 YOUTH AWARDS CELEBRATE YOUTH ACTIVISTS WHO INSPIRE THEIR PEERS AND COMMUNITIES The California Endowment is pleased to announce call for nominations for the 2022 Youth Awards. There are three opportunities to nominate a powerful youth leader or a youth serving organization.

Peers, mentors, friends, classmates, and colleagues may nominate outstanding young leaders for the 2022 TCE Youth Awards.

Nominations are being accepted between December 1, 2021 to January 28, 2022.

Nominate A Youth Leader All winners will be honored at a special event on July 23, 2022 So don’t wait, nominate a powerful youth leader or organization making change in their community to improve health and racial equity.

For more information click here

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CAPITOL STREET STAIRS RIBBON CUTTING From blight to beauty, one step at a time!

Come celebrate the reopening of the Capitol Street Stairs, and gaze upon the beautiful mosaic tiles installed and ready for everyone to enjoy.

Friday, December 10 4:00 p.m.

• A parade will follow, featuring: • Obtanium Works Art Cars • Las Catrinas of Solano AIDS Coalition • Vallejo Giant Puppets Additional festivities will follow at the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum located at 734 Marin Street. See you there!

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JOIN THE GREATER VALLEJO RECREATION DISTRICT FOR THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS! The Festival will be held each Friday, Saturday and Sunday through December 19, rain or shine, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Children’s Wonderland Park.

Enjoy the Christmas lights and decorations crafts, concessions, and more! Learn more at GVRD.org!

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THE COMMUNITY COLLECTIVE MARKETPLACE’S LAST HOLIDAY POP-UP SHOP - THIS SATURDAY! The Community Collective Marketplace is not just an event; it’s an experience! Typically held once a month, the Pop-Up-Shop offers everything from creative handcrafted items to food, plants, and special guest speakers that include professionals in the fields of finance and medicine. In addition, the marketplace has regular vendors and often hosts new vendors with exciting, unique products, crafts, and entertaining activities.

Join them for the last of their Saturday Small Business Holiday Pop-Up Shops of 2021 on: Saturday, December 11, 2021 10 am to 3 pm 225 Amador Street (Vallejo Community Center) Vallejo, CA **Face masks are required Interested in being a vendor at a Small Business Pop-Up-Shop?

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NEED A HAND WITH YOUR WATER BILL? The City of Vallejo offers a Water Rate Assistance Program (WRAP) to incomeeligible customers.

If you qualify, you could receive a monthly credit on your water bill, of up to $60 a year.

Learn more at myvallejo.com/wrap. #CityOfVallejo #VallejoWater #VallejoWRAP

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THE MIRA THEATER GUILD PRESENTS “GAY IN AMERICA 1999” SATURDAY, 12/11/21 Please join us in celebration of the first showing of local photographer, Andreas Schmidt.

Horrified by the murder of Mathew Shepard in October 1998, amateur photographer Andreas set his lens on rural gay America, attempting to understand how this tragedy could happen.

Traveling 30,000 miles for 9 months, visiting every state in the country, he surveyed and documented community support and the issues affecting gay men in all parts of America.

5:30 PM - Reception with light hors d’oevres and refreshments 7:00 PM- Program Tickets $25 Please visit https://www.ticketsource.us/miratheater-guild to purchase online For more information please contact us at 707-552-0400 or events@miratheaterguild.org

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SOLTRANS INVITES YOU TO VISIT THEIR NEWLY UNVEILED PUBLIC ART DISPLAY! Join them at the Vallejo Transit Center at 311 Sacramento Street in Vallejo, on Friday, December 10 from either 2:30-3:30 or 5:306:30 p.m.

Attendees will receive a coupon for a hot drink at Moschetti Café!

For more information, visit SolTrans.org.

Photo credit: Michael Sparks

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STA CONNECTED MOBILITY SURVEY The Solano Transportation Authority (STA) offers a variety of mobility programs and services to help connect people to their destinations. STA is responsible for Countywide transportation planning, including planning for SolanoExpress service, which connects to regional services such as rail and ferry. STA strives to provide safe, convenient, and comfortable transportation options wherever you’re traveling.

To improve your traveling experience, STA is developing the Connected Mobility Implementation Plan. This Plan is being developed to identify and improve mobility options (e.g. bus, ferry, train, bike) between your home and destinations. We believe YOU are the expert on your travel needs, and we need your input! – Please tell us how we can improve your travel experience within and outside of Solano County.

Your participation matters and is a required element to secure additional funding to make this future a reality and fulfill the diverse needs of Solano County.

Take the survey here!

THE FIRST 1,000 RESPONDANTS WILL RECEIVE A $10 CLIPPER CARD! 20

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DIABETES EDUCATION CLASS Interested in developing skills to take care of yourself and your diabetes?

Join a free interactive six-week program to learn how to live a healthier life with diabetes.

The program will start on December 15, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Learn how to improve your quality of life and prevent complications from diabetes, understand and make sense of your lab values, learn about your medications and medication management, learn a variety of exercises for all skill and age levels, and improve your eating habits.

To register for this event, click here. For more information, email mramsey2@touro.edu or call (707) 638-5970.

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WORLD AIDS DAY HEALTH FAIR AT EMMANUEL TEMPLE Mark your calendars for World AIDS Day Health Fair: Saturday, December 11 at Emmanuel Temple Apostolic Church from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at 900 6th Street, Vallejo.

Please plan to stop for free access to many amazing resources: • Free Rapid HIV testing • Food & Clothing • Free COVID Testing • Free Health Screenings • And so many other Community Resources!

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**Face masks are required

WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA The Vallejo Council of the Navy League and the City of Vallejo invite you to the Mare Island Naval Cemetery on December 18, 2021, at 9:00 a.m., in Vallejo, California for the Wreaths Across America ceremony.

The nearly 1000 Marines and Sailors, buried from 1856 to 1921 at this historic cemetery will be very much honored by your presence.

The Vallejo Navy League was able to raise the needed funds to place a wreath on each gravesite.

For more information about the Vallejo Navy League please visit vallejonavyleague.org.

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