Vallejo W e e k ly Vo l u m e 9 I s s u e 5 2 December 30, 2021
Photo: Brice Sweet
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HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM THE CITY OF VALLEJO! We know how exciting it is to celebrate 2022, especially after these last couple of years, but we want our community to celebrate safely! This is a reminder that ALL fireworks are illegal in Vallejo. This includes large bottle rockets, roman candles, firecrackers, AND sparklers. Sparklers can reach over 1,000 °F and account for most fireworksrelated injuries to children five and under. Fireworks are dangerous and have caused many fires, costly property damage, and severe injury. They’re also scary for our pets and wildlife, and cause many to escape and run away. They’re also toxic pollutants to our air and water. You can report fireworks, and learn more, at cityofvallejo.net/reportfireworks. ALWAYS call 911 for immediate, in-progress threats to life and/or property. We wish you a safe and happy New Year!
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‘TIS THE SEASON TO TREECYCLE, AND RECYCLE YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE INTO MULCH AND COMPOST! Pickup (for a fee): Call or email the non-profit collecting in your area (click here for the map). Saturday, January 8, 15 & 22 Regular tree: $7 Flocked tree: $10 Drop-Off (free!): VALCORE Recycling 38 Sheridan Street (707) 645-8258 Please, NO flocked trees or tree stands. They cannot accept these.
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HELP IS HERE FOR VETERANS WHO ARE HOMELESS OR AT RISK OF HOMELESSNESS Veterans struggling with homelessness or at imminent risk of homelessness are strongly encouraged to contact the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 877-4AIDVET (877-424-3838) for assistance. If Veterans do not have access to a phone or the internet, they are encouraged to visit their closest VA medical center for assistance. Veterans are strongly urged to contact their VA medical center before visiting to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but it is not required. For more information on available assistance and services for Veterans through the VA, click here.
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ATHAT’S A WRAP! THANK YOU to everyone who showed up to GIVE LITTER THE BOOT this year! 48 weekend events 245 volunteers 4.5 TONS of litter removed!!! Special thank you to our partners: • Leadership Vallejo Alumni • Rotary Club • Friends of City Park • North Bay Ploggers • Visit Vallejo • Film Mare Island • Kiwanis • MIT/Griffen Academy • BWOPA • Solano Association of Realtors • Veteran’s groups Join us in 2022! Join an existing cleanup event or host your own! Email us at volunteers@cityofvallejo.net to get started.
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VALLEJO SENIOR ROUNDTABLE On Monday, January 10, there will be a Senior Roundtable from 1:30 PM. to 2:30 PM with SolTrans discussing updated information on general services and senior services. This event is open to everyone, and will be held at the Florence Douglas Center, 333 Amador Street. Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination or a negative COVID test from the previous 72 hours is required to enter the Florence Douglas Center. Masks will be required, and the room will be set up to provide social distancing.
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DID YOU KNOW? The City of Vallejo offers a Water Rate Assistance Program (WRAP) to income-eligible 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.
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