Vallejo W e e k ly Volume 9 Issue 5 February 5, 2021
VALLEJO IN THE NEWS Factory_OS: The futue of housing begins right here in Vallejo
COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP The Vallejo Watershed Alliance is returning to Lake Dalwigk
ADOPT-A-STREET PROGRAM A program that creates a cleaner, more vibrant Vallejo Photo Credit: Manny Angel
National Alliance on
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Mental Illness (NAMI) will hold their Peer-to-Peer session which is a free, 8-session recovery course for adults (18+) with a mental health condition. It offers information, skills, resources and a community of support. Participants learn in
NAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free, 8-session recovery course for adults (18+) with a mental health condition. It offers information, skills, resources and a community of support. Participants learn in an environment of respect, understanding, encouragement and hope. Those interested in attending must register. No formal diagnosis is required. ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪
Free and confidential Held weekly Taught by trained program leaders A great resource for information on mental health and recovery
NAMI Solano County, the local organization of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, will offer NAMI Peer-to-Peer beginning It will be held on ZOOM
Feb 9th at 10:00 A.M. Tuesdays Feb 10th at 5:00 P.M. Wednesdays
Participant Perspectives
an environment of
“The biggest thing I gained from this class was to be my own advocate and best friend.”
respect, understanding,
“I enjoyed the camaraderie of the class and making friends and connections.”
encouragement and
“Seeing my peers’ strength and dedication to their self and recovery was personally meaningful.”
hope. Those interested in attending must register. No formal diagnosis is
“The course helped me deal with my current situation and reframe negative thoughts.”
Contact us to register for this NAMI Peer-to-Peer course! cerrenecnami@gmail.com
required. One session will be held on February 9 at 10:00 a.m. and the other will be on Februar 10 at 5:00
To Register: Contact Dr. Cervantes cerrenecnami@gmail.com or info@namisolanocounty.org
About NAMI
NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. NAMI {Affiliate Name} is an affiliate of NAMI {State}. NAMI {Affiliate Name} and dedicated volunteer members and leaders work tirelessly to raise awareness and provide essential education, advocacy and support group programs for people in our community living with mental illness and their loved ones.
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Did you know that the Vallejo Water Department is now on Facebook? “Like” and “follow” them at facebook.com/vallejowater, to stay up-to-date on current water-related information, including important updates and announcements, water-related emergencies, project updates, recruitments, and more! Be sure to set them to your “favorites” list so you never miss a post! February 5, 2021
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Check out the latest job openings at the City of Vallejo by visiting www.governmentjobs.com/careers/vallejo 4
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Cleanup and Restoration
This month, the Vallejo Watershed
NOT READY FOR A GROUP
Alliance is returning to Lake Dalwigk.
ACTIVITY?
Join us for a cleanup on Saturday,
We understand completely! DIY
February 20 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Cleanups are always an option --
This is the first time they will have
simply email the Watershed Alliance
met in a while, and they promise to
and let them know when plan to go to
keep everyone safe and socially-
Lake Dalwigk and what supplies you
distanced for this event. In addition
will need. They can provide bags,
to trash removal, they will be raking
pickers, sanitizer, etc. and will drop
mulch over the new trees to protect
them off to you on your porch. After
them and help to retain the nice rain
you’ve done your cleanup, filled bags
we’ve been enjoying.
should be placed next to the trash
Wear comfortable clothes, sturdy shoes, mask, gloves, hat and sunscreen. They will provide water and snacks, and any of the necessary tools. They will meet on
cans in the park on the corner of Lemon and 5th Streets. Just let the Watershed Alliance know how many trash bags you filled, and when they are ready for pickup.
the 5th Street side, walk down the steps near the park on the corner of Lemon Street and look for them. February 5, 2021
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adopt-a-street A Cleaner Vallejo Program The Adopt-A-Street Program is a partnership between the City, its merchants and residents. Groups or individuals commit to adopting an area and take responsibility for keeping the street, sidewalk, and storm drains clean. The City provides free street cleaning supplies, and litter and compostable leaf bag pickup. The Adopt-A-Street Program creates a cleaner, more pleasant environment for everyone who lives, works and shops in the adopted areas. The program also strengthens community ties as neighbors and merchants work together to keep Vallejo clean. #CleanVallejo #AdoptAStreetVallejo #AdoptABlockVallejo
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How to apply Please complete an Adopt-A-Street or
To learn more about the programs please
Adopt-A-Block application and return it to contact the Community & Volunteer shelee.loughmiller@cityofvallejo.net
Coordinator, Shelee Loughmiller, at 707-648-8616 or via email
To request a reservation for the
shelee.loughmiller@cityofvallejo.net
Community Clean Up Tool Trailer for a group of 10 people or more please click here.
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and
Planning
Development Services
Click the flyer to view NEW ZONING CODE
SHAPING VALLEJO THE WAY WE ENVISIONED!
Shaping Vallejo the Way We Envisioned!
PUBLIC REVIEW OF DRAFT ZONING CODE!
Third and Final Planning Commission Study Session Monday, February 8, 2021! The City released the Draft Zoning Code, Map and supporting environmental report on January 6, 2021 for Public Review and Comment. Two Study Sessions on the Draft New Code were held on January 20, 2021 and February 2, 2021. Public comments can still be made on Open City Hall, Vallejo’s internet forum at: https://www.cityofvallejo.net/living/ connect open_city_hall#peak_democracy.
Public Hearings Planning Commission Wednesday, February 17, 2021 - 7:00 PM City Council Tuesday, March 9, 2021 - 7:00 PM
Comments can also be Emailed to: Michelle.hightower@cityofvallejo.net Or Mailed to: Michelle Hightower, City of Vallejo, 555 Santa Clara Street, Vallejo, CA 94590
The public is invited to participate in the Study Session and Public Hearings and may do so by accessing the following link: https:// bit.ly/2Jcjdvq, click on Planning Commission and City Council meeting date, and follow the public comment instructions listed for this agenda item.
The Public Hearing Draft of the New Zoning Code, Zoning Map, and ISMND are available on the City’s website at: https://www.cityofvallejo.net/city_hall/departments___divisions/planning_and_development _services/planning_division/planning_division_document_library, click on Zoning Code (New).
Planning Commission Final Draft Zoning Code Study Session The final Draft Zoning Code Study Session will be held Monday, February 8 at 7:00 pm. The City released the Draft Zoning Code, Map and supporting environmental report on January 6, 2021 for Public Review and Comment. Two Study Sessions on the Draft New Code were held on January 20, 2021 and February 2, 2021.
COMMENTS OR QUESTIONS?
The public is invited to participate in the
Michelle.hightower@cityofvallejo.net
Study Session and Public Hearings and may do so by accessing the following
Or
link: https://bit.ly/2Jcjdvq, click on Planning Commission and City Council
City of Vallejo, Planning & Development
meeting date, and follow the public
Attn: Michelle Hightower
comment instructions listed for this
555 Santa Clara Street
agenda item.
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Factory_OS, located on Mare Island spoke with CNBC about the affordable housing crisis in the United States and how the problem is only getting worse. In places like the San Francisco Bay Area,
Vallejo in the news
THE FUTURE OF HOUSING STARTS ON MARE ISLAND
where construction costs are some of the highest in the world, overcoming the housing shortage seems like an impossible task. However, one solution is gaining traction that could dramatically reduce the cost and time to build new housing - factory-built apartments.
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