Vallejo public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions for temporary use permits at several locations to create temporary living facilities. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a potential emergency shelter on Mississippi Street and a notice of intent to amend the FY 21/22 budget.

• Temporary Use Permits for 921 Amador St, 1140 Fifth St, 709 Admiral Callaghan Way, or 441 Broadway St
• Discussion of a potential temporary emergency shelter at 420 Mississippi Street
• Notice of intent to amend the FY 21/22 budget to extend Project Roomkey funding

The Vallejo City Council voted 4-2 to direct staff to prepare a resolution denying a temporary use permit for a temporary living facility at 921 Amador Street, with Mayor McConnell abstaining due to a conflict of interest. The applicant later withdrew applications for both 921 Amador Street and 1140 Fifth Street. No other substantive decisions were made; the council discussed other potential shelter locations and Project Roomkey funding but took no formal action on those items.

• Directed staff to prepare resolution denying TUP for 921 Amador Street (4-2, McConnell abstained)
• Applicant withdrew TUP applications for 921 Amador Street and 1140 Fifth Street

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Commission on Culture and the Arts scheduled for December 27, 2021, has been cancelled. This notice contains only the cancellation announcement.

City Council

This meeting provides information regarding Caltrans work to increase vertical clearance on I-80 overcrossings. Georgia and Tennessee Streets will be closed at Interstate 80 from January 2022 until April 2022. Detour routes are planned for both locations.

• Closure of Georgia Street overcrossing at I-80 (Jan–April 2022)
• Closure of Tennessee Street overcrossing at I-80 (Jan–April 2022)
• Caltrans project to increase vertical clearance on overcrossings

Sister City Commission

The Vallejo Sister City Commission will review security system repairs for the Sister City room and a donation to Ennery, Haiti. The meeting also includes processing an Ensenada packet for the City Council and responding to inquiries from Shrikailasa and Kennesaw, Georgia.

• Security system repair and upgrade to Sister City room
• Donation to Ennery, Haiti
• Ensenada packet submission for the City Council Agenda
• Sister City inquiries from SHRIKAILASA and Kennesaw, Georgia
• Recognition of Vice Chair Williams' resignation

City Council

The City Council will review several items, including payments required to transfer the Empress Theater to the city. The council will also consider a 30-day temporary use permit for a living facility at 921 Amador Street. Additionally, they will consider an amendment to a legislative services contract.

• Temporary Use Permit for a living facility at 921 Amador Street
• $99,972.26 payment to Solano County Tax Collector for delinquent property taxes
• Contract amendment with Akin Gump Straus Hauer & Feld increasing funds to $330,000
• $39,400 payment to Triad Communities LP for tax return preparation

The Vallejo City Council approved payments totaling over $152,000 to facilitate the transfer of the Empress Theater to the city, including $39,400 to Triad Communities LP for tax return preparation, $5,000 to Old Republic Title for escrow fees, $8,210 for a title policy, $25 for a recording fee, and $99,972.26 to the Solano County Tax Collector for delinquent property taxes. The council also approved a third amendment to a legislative affairs contract with Akin Gump Straus Hauer & Feld, increasing it from $210,000 to $330,000 and extending it to December 31, 2022. A temporary use permit for a temporary living facility at 921 Amador Street was not approved; instead, the item was continued to a special meeting on December 28, 2021, to explore other potential locations and the possibility of extending Project Roomkey at its current site.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-151 N.C. authorizing Empress Theater transfer payments totaling $152,607.26 (unanimous)
• Approved third amendment to Akin Gump Straus Hauer & Feld contract, increasing to $330,000 and extending to Dec 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Temporary use permit for 921 Amador Street failed on tie vote (3-3, McConnell abstained)
• Substitute motion to hold special meeting on ARPA funds for Project Roomkey failed on tie vote (3-3, McConnell abstained)
• Continued 921 Amador Street item to special meeting Dec 28 at 6 p.m. (4-0, Brown absent, McConnell abstained)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for December 20, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 3, 2022.

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for December 16, 2021, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2022.

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will meet to discuss and provide feedback on Cycle 7 of the Participatory Budgeting process. The committee will also receive program updates and consider approving minutes from the November 12, 2021 meeting.

• Feedback session regarding Cycle 7 of the Participatory Budgeting process
• Approval of November 12, 2021, special meeting minutes
• Participatory Budgeting project updates

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting for closed session discussions. The agenda includes negotiations regarding 2160 & 2166 Sacramento Street and updates on several litigation matters.

• Negotiations for 2160 & 2166 Sacramento Street
• Existing litigation: Pritchett v. City of Vallejo, et al
• Anticipated litigation involving two cases
• Litigation with significant exposure involving two cases

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District Board of Trustees is meeting to review several administrative items. Proposed actions include accepting the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2021 and authorizing a revision to the Teamsters Local 315 work schedule agreement.

• Acceptance of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2021
• Revision to Section 7.00 regarding work schedules in the Teamsters Local 315 agreement
• Adoption of the 2022 regular meeting schedule
• Review of the October 2021 Monthly Investment Report

Housing Authority

The Vallejo City Council, acting as the Successor Agency Governing Board, will consider a resolution to approve the payment schedule for recognized obligations from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from a December 8, 2020 special meeting.

• Approval of December 8, 2020 special meeting minutes
• Resolution approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 22-23)

Housing Authority

The board will review the annual report for the Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund for fiscal year 2020-21. If approved, staff will forward the report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development.

• Approval of October 12, 2001, special meeting minutes
• Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund Annual Report for FY 2020-21

The Vallejo Housing Authority approved the Housing Successor Agency Annual Report on the Low and Moderate Income Asset Fund for fiscal year 2020-21 and directed staff to submit it to the state by December 31, 2021, and post it online. The board also approved the minutes of the October 12, 2021 special meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the action calendar was empty.

• Approved agenda and consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 special meeting
• Approved LMIHAF annual report for FY 2020-21 and directed staff to submit to state by Dec 31, 2021 and post to city website

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will consider an amendment to the North Mare Island Exclusive Negotiating Agreement. The agenda also includes a notice of intent to amend the Community Development Block Grant Program Budget by $1,454,830. Additionally, the council will review contract authorizations and labor agreement ratifications.

• Notice of intent to amend CDBG Program Budget by $1,454,830
• Funding agreement with Solano Transportation Authority for $264,074
• Contract with Land Logistics, Inc. for $69,600 regarding Solano 360 Specific Plan
• Sixth Amendment to the North Mare Island Exclusive Negotiating Agreement
• Ratification of tentative agreements with CAMP and IBEW Local 1245

The Vallejo City Council approved a 90-day extension of the exclusive negotiating agreement with Nimitz Group, LLC for North Mare Island, with two councilmembers voting no. The council also ratified tentative labor agreements with CAMP and IBEW, revised executive management compensation, and approved several routine consent items including financial reports and a water project completion.

• Adopted Resolution 21-148 extending North Mare Island ENA with Nimitz Group by 90 days through March 31, 2022 (5-2, Verder-Aliga and Miessner no)
• Ratified tentative agreement with CAMP (Resolution 21-151, 6-1, Arriola no)
• Ratified tentative agreement with IBEW Local 1245 (Resolution 21-152, unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-149 revising compensation for unrepresented executive management employees (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-143 receiving SB 165 annual report for improvement districts
• Adopted Resolution 21-144 approving Solano Transportation Authority funding agreement for housing element update ($264,074)
• Adopted Resolution 21-145 approving contract with Land Logistics for Solano 360 planning services ($69,600)
• Accepted Phase I of Reservoir Inspection and Rehabilitation Project and authorized filing Notice of Completion

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for Monday, December 13, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 10, 2022.

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for December 9, 2021, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 13, 2022.

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission will review its duties and work plan for potential submission to the City Council in January 2022. The meeting also includes a Broadband Master Plan update and reports from various sub-committees.

• Broadband Master Plan update by CTC Technology & Energy
• Review of Commission Duties and Work Plan
• Business Retention/Attraction Sub-Committee survey update
• Economic Division Strategic Plan and ARPA programs update

City Council

The City Council will hold closed sessions to conduct labor negotiations with several employee organizations. The council will also meet regarding the price and terms of payment for North Mare Island property.

• Labor negotiations with IAFF 1186, VPOA, IBEW Local 1245, CAMP, and unrepresented employees
• Real property negotiations for North Mare Island (APNs 066-020-110, 066-020-140, 066-020-150, and 066-020-130)
• Discussion of price and terms of payment for North Mare Island property

The Vallejo City Council met in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations and real property negotiations for North Mare Island parcels. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was procedural and adjourned without public action.

• Convened closed session for labor negotiations with IAFF 1186, VPOA, IBEW, CAMP, and unrepresented employees
• Convened closed session for real property negotiations with The Nimitz Group for North Mare Island APNs 066-020-110, 066-020-140, 066-020-150, 066-020-130

City Council

The City Council will consider several contracts and grant applications, including funds for Project Roomkey. The agenda also includes discussions regarding redistricting visualizations and a smoke-free ordinance request.

• Contract with EMA, Inc. for SCADA Master Plan up to $429,944
• Agreement with Shelter, Inc. for Project Roomkey up to $303,368
• Change order for Sacramento Street demolition project increasing funds to $150,000
• Grant application for MTC Mobility Hubs Pilot funding of $200,000
• Extension of Solano Abandoned Vehicle Service Authority fee until 2032

The Vallejo City Council approved a consent calendar including an amended Surveillance Advisory Board ordinance, a SCADA master plan contract with EMA, Inc. for up to $429,944, and a change order for the Sacramento Street demolition project. The council also directed staff to prepare materials for a future smoke-free multi-dwelling units ordinance, with Mayor McConnell abstaining due to a conflict of interest.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1859 N.C. (2d) repealing and replacing the Surveillance Advisory Board ordinance
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-136 N.C. awarding SCADA master plan contract to EMA, Inc. (up to $429,944)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-137 N.C. extending Solano Abandoned Vehicle Service Authority fee to April 2032
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-138 N.C. amending budget to accept ESG-CV2 grant funds for Project Roomkey
• Authorized City Manager to approve first amendment to Touchstone Golf LLC agreement
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-139 N.C. for CDBG and HOME funding process for FY 2022-23
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-140 N.C. authorizing MTC Mobility Hubs Pilot grant application ($200,000)
• Directed staff to prepare smoke-free multi-dwelling units ordinance materials (Mayor McConnell abstained)

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission will hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer positions for the 2022 calendar year. The commission will also consider forming an ad-hoc committee for budget reviews and discuss a bookmaking competition for local students.

• Election of 2022 officers (Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer)
• Formation of a Budget Ad-Hoc Committee for fiscal year reviews
• Review of draft letter to City Council regarding JFK Library plaza encampment
• Selection of survey platform for collection publicity
• Discussion of bookmaking competition for elementary and middle school students

The McCune Collection Commission elected officers for 2022 (Henry Beecher as Chair, James Petka as Vice Chair, Tiffany Flores as Treasurer), formed a Budget Ad-Hoc Committee, and approved a draft letter to the City Council about the encampment at the JFK Library lower level plaza. The commission also selected QuestionPro System as the preferred platform for a McCune survey. All votes were unanimous 5-0 except the survey platform vote, which was 4 ayes with 1 abstention.

• Approved the December 6, 2021 agenda and October 4, 2021 minutes unanimously, 5-0, with a correction of dates and removal of Commissioner Wein's name from the agenda face.
• Elected Henry Beecher as Chair for calendar year 2022, approved unanimously 5-0.
• Elected James Petka as Vice Chair for calendar year 2022, approved unanimously 5-0.
• Elected Tiffany Flores as Treasurer for calendar year 2022, approved unanimously 5-0.
• Formed a Budget Ad-Hoc Committee with Chair Beecher, Treasurer Flores, and potentially former Treasurer Schivley, approved unanimously 5-0.
• Approved a draft letter to the City Council regarding the JFK Library lower level plaza encampment, with one change to clarify monetary commitment, approved unanimously 5-0.
• Selected QuestionPro System as the preferred platform for the McCune survey, approved 4 ayes, 1 abstention.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a General Plan Conformance Review for the Fiscal Mid-Year 2021-2022 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting also includes discussions regarding future agenda items, such as the Mare Island Annual Report and development project review procedures.

• General Plan Conformance Review for Fiscal Mid-Year 2021-2022 Capital Improvement Program
• Discussion of upcoming Mare Island Annual Report
• Overview of development project review procedures

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will consider amendments to the FY 2021-22 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Budget. They will also discuss establishing an ad hoc committee to manage future CDBG and HOME funding allocations. Additionally, the body will review the annual report for the Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund.

• Amendments to the FY 2021-22 CDBG Program Budget
• Establishment of an Ad Hoc Committee for FY 2022-23 CDBG and HOME funding allocations
• LMIHAF Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2020-21

The Commission unanimously approved a resolution recommending City Council approval of amendments to the FY 2021-22 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Budget. It also established an Ad Hoc Committee for FY 2022-23 CDBG and HOME funding allocations, with four commissioners volunteering to serve. The meeting minutes from November 4, 2021, and the meeting agenda were also approved.

• Approved minutes of the November 4, 2021 regular meeting (5-0-0)
• Approved the Consent Calendar and meeting agenda (5-0-0)
• Adopted a resolution recommending City Council approval of FY 2021-22 CDBG Program Budget amendments (5-0-0)
• Established an Ad Hoc Committee on FY 2022-23 CDBG and HOME funding allocations; Beasley-Stansberry, James, Bunde, and Long volunteered to serve

Beautification Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Beautification Commission scheduled for December 1, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for February 2, 2022.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Inter Agency Coalition scheduled for November 22, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 26, 2022.

• Cancellation of the Inter Agency Coalition meeting scheduled for November 22, 2021

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will review grant recipient posters to recommend them for posting on the city website. Members will also receive updates regarding the Art Grant Program and the Grants Ad Hoc Committee. Additionally, several grant recipients are scheduled to present on their cultural activities.

• Recommendation for posting grant recipient posters on city websites
• Update on the Art Grant Program from Vallejo Community Arts Foundation
• Presentations by CAC grant recipients including Solano AIDS Foundation and Kids-N-Film
• Review of venues for displaying art or holding events in Vallejo
• Update from the Grants Ad Hoc Committee

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The commission will receive an update regarding a California Office of Historic Preservation grant. Staff will also provide information about the repair of the Alden Park flagpole. No official actions are scheduled for these items during this meeting.

• Update on California Office of Historic Preservation (OHP) grant
• Information on the repair of Alden Park Flagpole

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee's regular meeting scheduled for November 17, 2021, has been canceled. A special meeting will be held via teleconference on Friday, November 12 at 6:00 p.m.

• Cancellation of the November 17 PBSC regular meeting
• Special PBSC meeting scheduled for November 12 at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session conference with labor negotiators. This session involves representatives from several employee organizations, including the police and fire associations. No other items are scheduled for discussion at this meeting.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators representing various employee organizations

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations. No public decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive action.

• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review fiscal year goals and consider several grant-related budget amendments. The agenda also includes a proposed $800,000 expenditure for real property at 300 Phoenix Circle.

• $800,000 property purchase at 300 Phoenix Circle
• Acceptance of $1,220,614 Project Roomkey grant funding
• $1.26M budget amendment for EDA grant and local match
• $600,000 budget amendment for EPA grant proceeds
• Ordinance to replace the Surveillance Advisory Board ordinance

The Vallejo City Council approved the purchase of real property at 300 Phoenix Circle for $800,000, including the $710,000 purchase price and related costs, with a 5-2 vote. The council also introduced an ordinance to replace the Surveillance Advisory Board ordinance, and directed staff to prepare materials for a future meeting on the All Home CA Regional Action Plan on homelessness. Several consent calendar items were approved, including budget amendments for grant funds and a software upgrade contract.

• Approved $800,000 purchase of 300 Phoenix Circle property (5-2, Mayor McConnell and Councilmember Arriola dissenting)
• Introduced ordinance repealing and replacing Surveillance Advisory Board ordinance (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare materials for future meeting on All Home CA homelessness plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-130 accepting $1.26M EDA grant and budget amendment
• Adopted Resolution 21-131 accepting $600,000 EPA grant and budget amendment
• Adopted Resolution 21-132 accepting $1,220,614 Project Roomkey grant
• Authorized Stantec consultant agreement up to $559,000 for EPA grant implementation
• Adopted Resolution 21-134 approving Trakit software contract up to $437,095

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommendations for amendments to its Rules of Order and Procedures and the Vallejo Municipal Code. These proposed changes aim to increase meeting efficiency and improve public accessibility. The commission also noted that hybrid meetings are scheduled to begin in December.

• Recommendation on amendments to Planning Commission Rules of Order and Procedures
• Proposed amendments to the Vallejo Municipal Code for meeting efficiency and accessibility
• Notice regarding the start of hybrid meetings in December
• Upcoming discussion of the Mid-Year Capital Improvement Plan on December 6, 2021

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Special Steering Committee will elect a chair and two executive committee members. The meeting includes an oath of office for new commissioners and reviews of project updates. Members will also discuss the structure of future feedback sessions.

• Election of PBSC Chair and two Executive Committee members
• Oath of office for new commissioners
• Review of participatory budgeting project updates
• Discussion regarding future feedback session structure
• Staff report on committee attendance

City Council

The Vallejo Police Department and Operation P.E.A.C.E. are hosting a virtual community event on November 10. The program includes panels regarding human trafficking prevention, updates on Operation PEACE, and support for families impacted by gun violence.

• Operation PEACE: One Year Later panel
• Human Trafficking Awareness & Prevention discussion
• Helping Hearts 2 Heal (HH2H) Support Group presentation

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for November 10, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 9, 2021.

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District Board of Trustees will consider awarding a construction contract for the South Secondary Clarifier Rehabilitation Project. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a special mail ballot election for proposed stormwater fees scheduled for April 2022. The Board will also review recent financial reports and disbursements.

• Construction contract award for South Secondary Clarifier Rehabilitation Project to C. Overaa & Company for $1,346,000
• Public hearing regarding a special mail ballot election for proposed stormwater fees
• Approval of the November 9, 2021, disbursements register
• Receipt of the September 2021 monthly investment report

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference on November 9, 2021. The agenda is limited to closed session conferences with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation and significant exposure to litigation.

• Closed session conference regarding one case of anticipated litigation
• Closed session conference regarding one case of significant exposure to litigation

The Vallejo City Council met in special session via teleconference and immediately convened into closed session to discuss anticipated litigation. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the closed session.

• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (one case)
• Convened into closed session for significant exposure to litigation (one case)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is reviewing several budget amendments and service contracts. Proposed actions include funding for firefighter positions through a SAFER grant and a contract for pump station upgrades. The council will also consider street name changes and various commission appointments.

• $1,049,049 construction contract for Jameson Pump Station VFD replacement
• $670,413.21 budget amendment for nine firefighter positions via SAFER grant
• $647,553 contract for Water Department access control systems
• Renaming Oklahoma Street to James Capoot Street on Mare Island
• $120,000 Marina Fund budget amendment from California State Parks

The Vallejo City Council approved the purchase of real property at 300 Phoenix Circle for $800,000, including the $710,000 purchase price and related costs, with a 5-2 vote (Mayor McConnell and Councilmember Arriola dissenting). The council also introduced an amended Surveillance Advisory Board ordinance, replacing the one adopted on September 28, 2021, and directed staff to prepare materials for a future meeting on the All Home CA Regional Action Plan on homelessness. Several consent calendar items were approved, including budget amendments for grant funds and a software contract.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-135 N.C. for $800,000 purchase of 300 Phoenix Circle (5-2, noes: McConnell, Arriola)
• Introduced amended Surveillance Advisory Board ordinance (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare materials for All Home CA Regional Action Plan on homelessness (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-130 N.C. accepting $1.26M EDA grant and budget amendment
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-131 N.C. accepting $600,000 EPA grant and budget amendment
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-132 N.C. accepting $1,220,614 Project Roomkey grant
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-133 N.C. amending budget for Participatory Budgeting Cycle 7 ($47,000)
• Authorized Stantec consultant services agreement up to $559,000 for EPA grant implementation

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference on November 9, 2021. The agenda is limited to a closed session conference with labor negotiators representing the International Association of Firefighters, IAFF 1186.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for IAFF 1186

The Vallejo City Council met in special session via teleconference and immediately convened into closed session to confer with labor negotiators regarding the International Association of Firefighters, IAFF 1186. No substantive decisions were made in open session. The meeting adjourned at 11:15 p.m.

• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations with IAFF 1186

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet via teleconference on November 8, 2021. The commission is considering the approval of the title and specification for a new classified Traffic Engineer position.

• Approval of the title and specification for a new classified Traffic Engineer position
• Approval of minutes from the July 12, 2021 meeting

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates on marina improvements, security, and occupancy. There are no items listed for action or decision at this meeting.

• Approval of September 23, 2021 Meeting Minutes
• Report on Marina Improvements and Projects
• Report on Marina Security and Incidents
• Report on Marina occupancy, insurance and registration
• Parking Permit Program

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will receive an update on the Homeless Navigation Center Project. Members will also consider recommendations for the FY 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships funding process and criteria.

• Update on Homeless Navigation Center Project
• Recommendation for FY 2022-23 CDBG and HOME Program funding process and criteria
• Approval of September 2, 2021 meeting minutes

The Housing and Community Development Commission approved the FY 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) funding process and criteria. The vote was unanimous (5-0). The meeting also included an update on the Homeless Navigation Center Project and approval of the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Approved FY 2022-23 CDBG and HOME funding process and criteria (5-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (5-0)
• Approved minutes of September 2, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for November 1, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for November 15, 2021.

Housing Authority

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda includes a closed session to negotiate the price and payment terms for the property located at 300 Phoenix Circle.

• Closed session negotiation regarding price and payment terms for 300 Phoenix Circle
• Negotiation involving Interim City Manager Mike Malone and parties Robert and Stephanie Sopp, Tira Barnumm LB Unique Properties

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss real property negotiations for 300 Phoenix Circle. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was procedural and adjourned without public action.

• Convened into closed session to discuss price and terms for 300 Phoenix Circle (no vote recorded)

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided text for the Code Enforcement Appeals Board meeting consists of procedural boilerplate and instructions for public participation via Zoom. No specific items or cases are listed for discussion or decision.

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will review minutes from the September 7, 2021, special meeting. The agenda also includes a presentation by Assistant City Attorney Katelyn Knight and various commission reports.

• Approval of September 7, 2021, special meeting minutes
• Presentation from the City Attorney’s Office
• Reports from the Secretary and Council Liaison Brown

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference to conduct closed session business. Discussions include labor negotiations with IAFF 1186 and real property negotiations for Sekha Hills at 285 Mare Island Way. The council will also meet with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.

• Labor negotiations with International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) 1186
• Real property negotiations for Sekha Hills, 285 Mare Island Way
• Lease payment price and terms negotiations with Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation
• Legal counsel conference regarding one case of anticipated litigation

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss labor negotiations with IAFF 1186, real property negotiations for Sekha Hills at 285 Mare Island Way with the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, and anticipated litigation. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without public action.

• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations with IAFF 1186
• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations with Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation on Sekha Hills
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (one case)
• Adjourned at 7:13 p.m. without public decisions

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will consider several budget amendments, including a $6 million SAFER grant for firefighters and $1.9 million in Navy grant funds for Mare Island remediation. The Council will also review policies regarding city facility naming and indoor face covering requirements.

• $6,033,719 SAFER grant to fund nine limited-term firefighter positions
• $1,908,103.98 Navy grant for the Mare Island Environmental Remediation Project
• $741,377.10 landscape maintenance agreement with New Image Landscape Inc.
• Policy for naming and renaming city facilities, including Independence Park
• Review of the order requiring indoor face coverings in Vallejo

The Vallejo City Council adopted a resolution requiring in-person meetings for all city legislative bodies starting November 16, 2021, while continuing to enforce the indoor face-covering order. The council also approved a $180,000 broadband consulting agreement with CTC Technology & Energy, adopted a policy for naming city facilities, and approved several budget amendments and grant acceptances.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-121 N.C. requiring in-person meetings with face-mask compliance (unanimous)
• Continued enforcing indoor face-covering order (unanimous)
• Authorized $180,000 broadband consulting agreement with CTC Technology & Energy (6-1, Arriola no)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-120 N.C. establishing city facility naming policy (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-115 N.C. appropriating $1,908,103.98 Navy grant for Mare Island remediation
• Adopted Resolutions No. 21-116/117 N.C. accepting $6,033,719 SAFER grant for 9 firefighters
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-118 N.C. accepting $102,000 traffic safety grant
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-119 N.C. accepting $907,321.90 Project Roomkey grant

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will discuss a recommendation for the final draft of the Black Lives Matter mural. The meeting also includes updates on the Art Grant Program and research into potential venues for art displays in Vallejo.

• Recommendation on final draft of Black Lives Matter mural to City Council
• Art Grant Program update from Vallejo Community Arts Foundation
• Review of venues for displaying art and holding events
• Grants Ad Hoc Committee update

The Vallejo Commission on Culture & the Arts met and approved its agenda and prior minutes unanimously. All action calendar items were informational only, including updates on art grant recipients and the Black Lives Matter mural project. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved October 25, 2021 agenda (6-0)
• Accepted September 27, 2021 minutes with spelling correction (6-0)

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for October 21, 2021, is canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 18, 2021.

City Council

The Vallejo Police Department is hosting a community town hall to discuss public safety topics. Breakout groups will focus on gun violence and quality of life issues including homelessness, abandoned vehicles, illegal dumping, and prostitution. The event includes a Q&A session with police command staff.

• Breakout group discussion on gun violence
• Breakout group discussion on homelessness, abandoned vehicles, and illegal dumping
• Breakout group discussion on prostitution
• Q&A session with Police Command Staff

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will discuss program updates and future participation requirements. Staff will also share the results of the Cycle 7 Vote. The committee is scheduled to approve minutes from the September 15, 2021 meeting.

• Review of Participatory Budgeting project updates
• Sharing of Cycle 7 Vote results
• Discussion on future steps and participation requirements
• Approval of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will conduct applicant interviews for several municipal commissions and committees during this special meeting. Appointments to fill these vacancies may be made at the October 26 regular meeting.

• Interviews for Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commission
• Interviews for Human Relations and McCune Collection Commissions
• Interviews for Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee
• Interviews for Vallejo's representative to the Solano Commission for Women & Girls

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for several city commissions and committees. No appointments were made during this meeting; they are scheduled for the November 9 regular City Council meeting.

• Conducted applicant interviews for Architectural Heritage & Landmarks, Human Relations, McCune Collection, Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee, and Solano Commission for Women & Girls
• Deferred appointments to November 9 regular City Council meeting

City Council

The committee will review a strategic communications plan presented by MissionSquare. Members are scheduled to vote on the Hyas Group consultant proposal and provisions of the Secure Options Act. The meeting also includes discussions on participant education and future meeting schedules.

• Vote on Hyas Group consultant proposal
• Vote on Secure Options Act provisions
• Discussion regarding scheduling educational presentations
• Finalization of regular meeting schedule
• Presentation by MissionSquare on financial education plans

Sister City Commission

The Vallejo Sister City Commission is reviewing new procedures and timelines for the selection of Friendship and Sister Cities. The commission will also review the Ensenada packet for elevation to Sister City status and discuss upgrades for the Sister City Room.

• Review of new procedures for selecting Friendship and Sister Cities
• Review of timeline revisions for city elevation
• Review of Ensenada packet for Sister City status
• Proposed security, door, and IT upgrades for the Sister City Room

Planning Commission

The meeting includes an informational presentation from staff regarding the role of the Planning Commission, guiding documents, use permits, and variances. The commission will also receive updates on staffing issues and amendments to rules and procedures. No items are scheduled for public hearing or action.

• Staff presentation on Planning Commission role, guiding documents, use permits and variances
• Update on staffing issues
• Update on timing of amendment to Planning Commission Rules and Procedures

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for October 14, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 10, 2021.

• No agenda items were scheduled for this meeting.

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission will review its duties and a proposed work plan for potential submission to the City Council. The meeting also includes staff updates from the Economic Development Division and sub-committee reports.

• Review of Commission Duties and Work Plan
• Economic Development Division staff update and introductions
• Draft Commission Procedures & Rules report from Operations & Communications Sub-Committee
• Business Retention/Attraction Sub-Committee update
• Report on Economic Division Strategic Plan and ARPA programs

City Council

The special meeting includes closed sessions for labor negotiations with several employee organizations. The council will also discuss price and terms for a lease at 285 Mare Island Way. Additionally, the council will meet regarding anticipated and existing litigation.

• Labor negotiations with VPOA, IAFF 1186, IBEW Local 1245, CAMP, and Unrepresented Employees
• Lease payment price and terms for Sekha Hills at 285 Mare Island Way
• Two cases of anticipated litigation
• Existing litigation: Villalobos v. City of Vallejo, et al.

The Vallejo City Council met in a special teleconference meeting on October 12, 2021, and convened into closed session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations, real property negotiations for the Sekha Hills property at 285 Mare Island Way, and anticipated and existing litigation. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was procedural, with all action occurring in closed session.

• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations with VPOA, IAFF 1186, IBEW, CAMP, and unrepresented employees
• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations with Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation regarding Sekha Hills lease terms
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (two cases) and existing litigation (Villalobos v. City of Vallejo)

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will consider amending the 2021-2022 final budget. Proposed actions include merging the Safety & Risk Management Department into Human Resources and replacing a Director position with a Safety Officer. Staff will also present updates on pension obligations and land development permitting.

• Merging Safety & Risk Management Department into Human Resources
• Eliminating the Director of Safety & Risk Management position to adopt a Safety Officer position
• Amending the Final Budget for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
• Presentation on District pension obligations
• Presentation on land development permitting process

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority will meet via teleconference to consider a construction contract for the agency's lobby renovation project. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the September 28, 2021, regular meeting.

• Construction contract award for the Vallejo Housing Authority Lobby Renovation Project in the amount of $279,000.00 to DMR Builders
• Approval of minutes from the September 28, 2021 regular meeting

The Vallejo Housing Authority held a special meeting and approved the consent calendar, including the minutes from the September 28, 2021 regular meeting. The board adopted Resolution No. 21-006, authorizing the Interim Executive Director to award a $279,000 construction contract to DMR Builders for the lobby renovation project. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda and consent calendar unanimously
• Approved minutes of September 28, 2021 regular meeting
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-006 awarding $279,000 lobby renovation contract to DMR Builders

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and move to Stage II of the water shortage contingency plan. The agenda also includes new ordinances regarding illegal street racing spectators and a request for future short-term rental regulations.

• Adoption of Stage II 'Moderate Shortage' of the 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan
• New ordinances prohibiting spectators at illegal street races and reckless driving exhibitions
• Notice of intent to use $1,908,103.98 in Navy grant funds for Mare Island environmental remediation
• Professional services agreement with CTC Technology & Energy not to exceed $180,000
• Request to discuss future regulations for short-term rentals like Airbnb and VRBO

The Vallejo City Council adopted two ordinances prohibiting spectators at illegal street races and reckless driving exhibitions, and prohibiting encouraging spectators to gather at such events. The council also approved the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and implemented Stage II of the Water Shortage Contingency Plan, and ratified August 2021 claims. A broadband consulting agreement was continued to the next meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1857 N.C. (2d) prohibiting spectators at illegal street races and reckless driving exhibitions
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1858 N.C. (2d) prohibiting encouraging spectators to gather at street races and reckless driving exhibitions
• Ratified payment of claims for August 1-31, 2021
• Approved notice of intent to amend Mare Island Conversion Fund #106 budget to appropriate $1,908,103.98 in Navy grant funds for environmental remediation
• Adopted Resolution Nos. 21-113 and 21-114 N.C. adopting the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and implementing Stage II of the Water Shortage Contingency Plan
• Continued CTC Technology & Energy broadband consulting agreement to October 26, 2021

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for October 7, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 4, 2021.

• Next regular meeting scheduled for November 4, 2021

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission is reviewing its goals and meeting dates for the 2021-22 period. The agenda also includes reports on the Coastal Clean Up and the Adopt A Neighborhood Community proposal.

• Review of 2021-22 Commission Goal Setting
• Establishment of 2021-22 meeting and ad hoc committee dates
• Coastal Clean Up Report
• Adopt A Neighborhood Community Proposal update

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will meet via teleconference to consider extending the requirement for face coverings in indoor public spaces. The council will also vote to ratify the local emergency declaration from March 2020 and authorize remote meetings.

• Review of indoor face covering order (Resolution No. 21-100 N.C.)
• Ratification of the March 16, 2020 local emergency declaration
• Authorization of remote teleconference meetings for legislative bodies

McCune Collection Commission

The commission will review reports from city staff and the McCune Foundation. Members will consider adopting a revised policy for visitors handling books in accordance with COVID precautions. The agenda also includes discussing docent coverage for Vallejo Open Studios 2021.

• Adoption of a revised policy on visitor book handling
• Discussion of hours and docent coverage for Vallejo Open Studios 2021
• Review of donated items for acquisition into the collection
• Approval of McCune Room use requests

The McCune Collection Commission approved a new policy requiring visitors to wear masks and gloves when handling books, with books quarantined for 72 hours before reshelving. The commission also approved the agenda and June minutes, and agreed to move forward with a draft survey for publicizing the collection, with platform selection to be discussed in December. No other substantive decisions were made; most activity reports were deferred due to shutdown.

• Approved book handling policy: masks, gloves, 72-hour quarantine (4-0)
• Approved October 4 agenda and June 7 minutes with correction (4-0)
• Agreed by consensus to proceed with draft survey, add 'prefer not to answer' option
• Removed Writer's Workshop Public Reading and Academic Outreach from future agenda items

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for October 4, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for October 18, 2021.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda includes closed session discussions regarding anticipated litigation and real property negotiations.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding two cases of anticipated litigation
• Property negotiations for North Mare Island
• Property negotiations for Mariners Cove – Northern Water Front

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss anticipated litigation and real property negotiations for North Mare Island and Mariners Cove. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned without any open-session action.

• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (2 cases)
• Held closed session to negotiate price and terms for North Mare Island with The Nimitz Group
• Held closed session to negotiate price and terms for Mariners Cove with Callahan Property Company

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority meeting includes a proposal to amend the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget. The board will also review and approve minutes from the August 24, 2021, special meeting.

• Resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget
• Approval of minutes from the August 24, 2021, special meeting

The Vallejo Housing Authority approved the agenda and consent calendar, including minutes from August 24, 2021, and adopted Resolution No. 21-005 amending the FY 2021-22 budget. No action items were considered. The meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved agenda and consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 24, 2021 special meeting
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-005 amending FY 2021-22 budget

City Council

The City Council will consider a $25,727,736 budget amendment using American Rescue Plan Act funds for project allocations and new staff positions. The agenda also includes introducing ordinances regarding illegal street racing spectators and appointing Mike Malone as Interim City Manager.

• Ordinance to prohibit spectators at illegal street races and reckless driving exhibitions
• $25,727,736 budget amendment for American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Appointment of Mike Malone as Interim City Manager
• $941,049 expenditure for the Sacramento Street Road Diet Project
• $109,000 lease for a new Palo Alto secondary firewall

The Vallejo City Council approved a $25,727,736 budget amendment to allocate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, adopted resolutions to add limited-term staff positions and purchase three police vehicles, and introduced ordinances to prohibit spectators at illegal street races. The council also appointed Mike Malone as Interim City Manager and directed staff to continue teleconference meetings for now.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-107 N.C. amending FY21-22 budget by $25,727,736 for ARPA funds (Noes: McConnell, Arriola)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-108 N.C. adding one Personnel Analyst II and three Police Assistant positions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-109 N.C. authorizing purchase of three police vehicles up to $105,000 (Noes: McConnell, Arriola, Loera-Diaz)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1856 N.C. creating a Surveillance Advisory Committee (Noes: Arriola, Loera-Diaz)
• Introduced ordinance prohibiting spectators at illegal street races (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance prohibiting encouraging spectators at street races (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-110 N.C. accepting My Brother's Keeper Challenge (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-111 N.C. appointing Mike Malone as Interim City Manager (Noes: Arriola, Loera-Diaz)

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will receive updates on the Art Grant Program and the distribution of posters for grant recipients. Members will also review lists of venues and artists for potential art displays and events. Additionally, the Grants Ad Hoc Committee will provide an update regarding a request for a share of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

• Art Grant Program update including Bay Area Stage Company grant extension request
• Review of venues and artists for art displays and events
• Grants Ad Hoc Committee update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds request
• Presentation regarding Vallejo Shakespeare in the Park

The Vallejo Commission on Culture & the Arts met on September 27, 2021, and approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 26, 2021 meeting, both unanimously (5-0). All other items were informational only, including updates on the Art Grant Program, grant recipients, and venue research. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved September 27, 2021 agenda (5-0)
• Accepted July 26, 2021 minutes (5-0)

Marina Advisory Committee

The Marina Advisory Committee will review several information reports during this special meeting. These include updates on the F3 Marina Management Agreement, marina projects, security, and occupancy. There are no items listed on the action calendar for decision.

• F3 Marina Management Agreement report
• Report on Marina Improvements and Projects
• Report on Marina Security and Incidents
• Report on marina occupancy, insurance and registration

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Code Enforcement Appeals Board for September 23, 2021, has been canceled. This notice contains only the cancellation announcement and no other agenda items.

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss closed session items. This includes considering appointments for an Interim City Manager and a permanent City Manager. Negotiators will also discuss payment terms for specific properties with Blue Rock Springs, LLC.

• Appointment of Interim City Manager
• Appointment of City Manager
• Property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC
• Legal conference regarding existing litigation

The Vallejo City Council met in closed session on September 21, 2021, to discuss existing litigation, real property negotiations, and public employee appointments. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was procedural, covering only the closed session items and adjournment.

• Convened closed session to discuss 50+ litigation cases (e.g., Bagos v. City of Vallejo, Biomass Industries v. City of Vallejo)
• Held closed session on real property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC for 10 APNs (price and terms of payment)
• Held closed session on appointment of Interim City Manager and City Manager
• Adjourned at 8:20 p.m. with no open-session actions

Planning Commission

The September 20 meeting contains no public hearings or action items regarding specific projects. The commission will discuss staff-presented amendments to the Rules of Order and Procedures related to the order of business and agenda approval timing.

• Discussion of proposed amendments to Planning Commission Rules of Order and Procedures

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for September 16, 2021, is canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2021.

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will administer oaths to new members and receive membership updates. Staff will also present updates regarding Participatory Budgeting projects and the Cycle 7 Vote process.

• Oath of office for new PBSC members
• PBSC membership updates
• Participatory Budgeting project updates
• Cycle 7 Vote process update and outreach opportunities

City Council

The special meeting includes a closed session for negotiations with several employee organizations. These groups include the Vallejo Police Officers Association, IAFF 1186, IBEW Local 1245, and CAMP. No other items are scheduled for discussion during this session.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators representing VPOA, IAFF 1186, IBEW Local 1245, and CAMP

The Vallejo City Council met in special closed session to discuss labor negotiations with several employee organizations, including police, fire, electrical workers, and administrative staff. No decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned without public action.

• Convened into closed session to confer with labor negotiators regarding employee organizations.
• Adjourned the meeting without taking any public action.

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will review monthly investment reports and the fourth quarter budget report for fiscal year 2020-21. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding the Mare Island Pump Station.

• Presentation on Mare Island Pump Station
• Performance evaluations for General Counsel and District Manager
• Approval of July 13, 2021 meeting minutes
• Review of June and July 2021 monthly investment reports
• Receipt of FY 2020-21 fourth quarter budget to actual report

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will discuss several budget amendments, including the acceptance of federal ARPA funds and state grants for DUI enforcement. The council also plans to introduce an ordinance to create a Surveillance Advisory Committee. Additionally, members will consider terminating the current Public Safety Emergency Proclamation.

• Introduction of an ordinance creating a Surveillance Advisory Committee
• Amendment to forensic testing agreement with Serological Laboratory for up to $350,000
• Budget amendment for $102,000 OTS grant for DUI enforcement
• Funding allocation for the Sacramento Street Road Diet Project totaling $941,049
• Resolution to terminate the Public Safety Emergency Proclamation

The Council unanimously accepted American Rescue Plan Act funds and gave notice to amend the FY 2021-22 budget (Resolution 21-104). It also introduced an ordinance creating a Surveillance Advisory Committee to advise on privacy matters related to city surveillance technology. The Council terminated the Public Safety Emergency proclamation (Resolution 21-105) and approved a consent calendar including a $350,000 forensic lab contract amendment and a $102,000 traffic safety grant.

• Accepted ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds and authorized budget amendment (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance creating Surveillance Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Terminated Public Safety Emergency proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved $350,000 amendment for Serological Laboratory forensic services
• Approved $102,000 OTS grant for DUI enforcement
• Adopted resolution for Sacramento Street Road Diet Project with $941,049 expenditure
• Adopted resolution for $134,285 JAG grant budget amendment
• Ratified July 2021 claims payments

City Council

The public hearing regarding an appeal for cannabis cultivation, manufacturing, and distribution at 1630 Lewis Brown Drive has been cancelled because the appellant withdrew the appeal. The regular City Council meeting will still proceed via teleconference.

• Cancellation of cannabis cultivation and distribution appeal at 1630 Lewis Brown Drive

Civil Service Commission

The committee will vote to select a new Chair and Vice Chair for the 2021-2022 term. Members will also determine whether to continue with Hyas Group or solicit an RFP for new consultants. Presentations are scheduled regarding MissionSquare rebranding and SECURE Act provisions.

• Selection of new Chair and Vice Chair
• Decision on continuing use of Hyas Group consultant
• Approval of new Committee members
• Presentation on MissionSquare rebranding and transfer completion
• Discussion of SECURE Act provisions

The Deferred Compensation Plan, 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan, and Retirement Health Savings Program Committee approved new members, selected James Olson as Chair and Mark Love as Vice Chair for a one-year term, and unanimously voted to continue its consulting contract with Hyas Group at an estimated annual cost of $28,000. The committee also approved minutes from eight prior meetings, set a quarterly meeting schedule, and received informational presentations on MissionSquare's rebranding and SECURE Act options, with no action taken on the latter.

• Approved minutes from March 2020 through August 2021 meetings, with correction to Nichelini's title (unanimous)
• Approved new Committee Members and Alternates as listed in Attachment A (unanimous)
• Elected James Olson as Chair and Mark Love as Vice Chair for September 2021-2022 (majority; Nichelini and Olson opposed)
• Continued consulting contract with Hyas Group (unanimous)
• Set quarterly meeting schedule for 3rd Monday in January, April, July, October (unanimous)
• Continued discussion on committee and participant education to next meeting
• Deferred decision on SECURE Act optional provisions (in-service distributions at 59½, birth/adoption up to $5,000) to future meeting

Civil Service Commission

The regular Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for September 13, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 8, 2021, at 5:15 p.m.

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for September 9, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2021.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for September 8, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for Monday, September 20, 2021.

• Cancellation of the September 8, 2021, regular meeting

Human Relations Commission

The commission will review the City of Vallejo Municipal Code to evaluate and update its 2021 work plan. Members will also appoint a Chair and Vice Chair for the September 2021 to September 2022 term. A report on participatory budgeting is also scheduled.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for the 2021-2022 term
• Discussion and evaluation of the 2021 Work Plan
• Report on Participatory Budgeting
• Approval of April 28, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda is limited to closed sessions regarding existing and anticipated litigation. No other items are scheduled for discussion during this session.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation (Monterrosa, et al. v. City of Vallejo, et al.)
• Conference with legal counsel regarding two cases of anticipated litigation

The Vallejo City Council met in special session via teleconference and immediately convened into closed session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned without any open-session action.

• Convened into closed session for existing litigation (Monterrosa v. City of Vallejo)
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (two cases)

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the draft Fiscal Year 2020-21 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). This report tracks progress on the City's five-year plan for affordable housing and community development. The agenda also includes electing a Chairperson and Vice-Chair.

• Public hearing for the FY 2020-21 Draft CAPER
• Election of Commission Chairperson and Vice-Chair
• Oath of office for new and re-appointed commissioners

The Housing and Community Development Commission approved the draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for fiscal year 2020-21, which summarizes the city's housing and community development activities. The commission also elected officers, with Beasley-Stansberry as Chair and Jackson as Vice Chair, and approved the June 3, 2021 meeting minutes. All decisions were unanimous (6-0-0), with Commissioner Waddell absent.

• Approved FY 2020-21 CAPER report (6-0)
• Elected Beasley-Stansberry as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Jackson as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Approved June 3, 2021 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved agenda as amended (6-0)

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission agenda consists of procedural items and the administration of oaths to newly appointed commissioners. No specific projects or contracts are listed on this agenda.

• Oath of office for newly appointed commissioners
• Approval of June 2, 2021 minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference to address several closed session items. The agenda includes discussions regarding the appointment of an Interim City Manager and a City Manager. Additionally, the council will meet with legal counsel regarding litigation and labor negotiators for the Vallejo Police Officers Association.

• Appointment of Interim City Manager
• Appointment of City Manager
• Litigation: Monterrosa, et al. v. City of Vallejo, et al.
• Review of anticipated litigation cases
• Labor negotiations with Vallejo Police Officers Association

The Vallejo City Council met in special closed session to discuss the appointment of an interim city manager and a city manager, as well as existing and anticipated litigation and labor negotiations with the police officers association. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was procedural, with all action occurring in closed session.

• Convened into closed session for public employee appointment (Interim City Manager)
• Convened into closed session for public employee appointment (City Manager)
• Convened into closed session for existing litigation (Monterrosa v. City of Vallejo)
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (two cases)
• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations with VPOA

City Council

Caltrans Bay Area and the City of Vallejo are holding a public informational meeting regarding the I-80 Six Bridges Project. The project involves increasing vertical clearance to 16 feet 6 inches on six bridges crossing Interstate 80. A four-month closure of the Benicia Road overcrossing is anticipated to begin in early September 2021.

• Four-month closure of Benicia Road overcrossing at I-80 starting September 2021
• Public informational meeting via Zoom on August 31, 2021
• Vertical clearance increase to 16 feet 6 inches for six bridges on I-80
• Magazine Street overcrossing reopening by late August 2021

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will meet via teleconference to consider a resolution regarding face coverings. The proposed action would require the use of face coverings in indoor and enclosed public spaces.

• Resolution requiring the use of face coverings in indoor and enclosed public spaces

The Vallejo City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 21-100 N.C., requiring face coverings indoors in public spaces. The resolution includes an amendment that it will remain in effect for six weeks and until at least 80% of the city's population is fully vaccinated or the city is not in substantial or high COVID-19 transmission for 30 days. Closed session items 3C and 3D were not heard and will be rescheduled.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-100 N.C. requiring indoor face coverings (unanimous)
• Amended resolution to expire after six weeks or when 80% vaccinated or low transmission for 30 days
• Rescheduled closed session items 3C and 3D to a later date

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided agenda for the August 26, 2021, Code Enforcement Appeals Board meeting contains only procedural information and instructions for public participation via teleconference. No specific enforcement appeals or cases are listed in this document.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda includes closed session discussions regarding labor negotiations with several employee organizations and the appointment of a new City Manager.

• Labor negotiations with IAFF 1186, IBEW Local 1245, and CAMP
• Public employee employment/appointment for the City Manager position

The Vallejo City Council met in special closed session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations and the appointment of a city manager. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was procedural and adjourned without public action.

• Convened closed session for labor negotiations with IAFF 1186, IBEW Local 1245, and CAMP
• Held closed session discussion on city manager appointment
• Adjourned at 5:35 p.m. without open-session action

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority will meet via teleconference to consider several items. This includes approving minutes from the June 8, 2021, special meeting and authorizing a loan agreement rider for the Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund.

• Approval of June 8, 2021, special meeting minutes
• Equity Rider to the LMIHAF Loan Agreement with Vallejo PSH, L.P.
• Amendment to the Deed of Trust securing the LMIHAF loan

The Vallejo Housing Authority held a special teleconference meeting on August 24, 2021, and approved the consent calendar, including minutes from June 8, 2021. The board authorized the Interim Executive Director to execute an Equity Rider to the Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) Loan Agreement with Vallejo PSH, L.P., and to amend the Deed of Trust to subordinate the LMIHAF loan to the City's HOME loan. No action items were on the agenda, and the meeting adjourned at 6:51 p.m.

• Approved agenda and consent calendar unanimously
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2021 special meeting
• Authorized execution of Equity Rider to LMIHAF Loan Agreement with Vallejo PSH, L.P.
• Authorized amendment to Deed of Trust subordinating LMIHAF loan to HOME loan

City Council

The Council will review a drought update and consider declaring a water shortage to implement Stage III conservation measures. The agenda also includes contract approvals for the Sacramento Street Apartments Project and the reopening of the Glen Cove fire station.

• Implementation of Stage III water shortage conservation measures
• $2,186,710 loan agreement for the Sacramento Street Apartments Project
• Budget amendments and vehicle purchases for reopening Glen Cove Fire Station
• $1,800,000 grant application for MTC Quick Strike funding
• $317,400 contract for a citywide tree inventory

The City Council unanimously adopted resolutions declaring a water shortage and implementing Stage III of the 2015 Water Shortage Contingency Plan, which requires a 15% reduction in water demand. The council also approved several consent calendar items, including contracts for water treatment chemicals, a tree inventory, and a loan amendment for the Sacramento Street Apartments project. Items to reopen Glen Cove Fire Station and accept a Justice Assistance Grant were removed from the consent calendar and approved separately with amendments.

• Declared water shortage and adopted Stage III conservation plan (unanimous)
• Approved $706,580 in water treatment chemical purchase agreements
• Authorized $2,186,710 HOME loan amendment for Sacramento Street Apartments
• Awarded $317,400 contract to ArborPro for citywide tree inventory
• Adopted resolutions for MTC Quick Strike grant application ($1,800,000)
• Approved budget amendment and fire apparatus purchase for Glen Cove Station 26 (5-1)
• Amended Emergency Construction Services contract by $300,000 for Station 26 rehab (5-2)
• Accepted Justice Assistance Grant of $134,285 with MOU (unanimous)

City Council

The Participatory Budget Steering Committee will administer the oath of office to new members. Staff will also present updates regarding participatory budgeting projects and the Cycle 7 Vote process.

• Oath of office for new commissioners
• Approval of July 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on Participatory Budgeting projects
• Update on the Cycle 7 Vote process

Civil Service Commission

The 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan, and Retirement Health Savings Program Committee will hold a special meeting. The agenda features a training presentation regarding the Brown Act, decorum, and code of ethics. No specific legislative decisions or new ordinances are listed for this session.

• Training presentation on the Brown Act, decorum, and ethics by Dawn Abrahamson and Meera Bhatt
• Discussion of items for future meetings

Sister City Commission

The commission will review new procedures for selecting Friendship and Sister Cities. Members will also consider the application for Ensenada, Mexico, to be elevated to Sister City status. The agenda includes a request from Ghana and potential furniture expenditures.

• New procedures for selection of Friendship and Sister Cities
• Review of Ensenada packet for elevation to Sister City status
• Request from Assemblymember Castro Asumadu Addae of Akim Oda, Ghana
• Furniture expenditure as part of the budget
• Approval of June 21, 2021 meeting minutes

The Vallejo Sister City Commission met by teleconference and approved the June 21, 2021 minutes and the August 16, 2021 agenda unanimously. No final decisions were made on substantive items; instead, subcommittees were formed to complete the draft procedures for selecting Friendship and Sister Cities and to finalize the Ensenada packet for elevation to Sister City status. The commission also discussed but did not approve a furniture expenditure, and authorized Commissioner Stewart to clarify the Sister City-Sister County relationship with the City of Vallejo and Solano County.

• Approved June 21, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 16, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Formed subcommittee to complete final draft of Friendship/Sister City procedures
• Formed subcommittee to finalize Ensenada packet for Sister City status
• Authorized Commissioner Stewart to contact City of Vallejo and Solano County re: Sister City-Sister County relationship
• Declined to use commission budget for furniture; will request funds outside budget

Planning Commission

This meeting consists of procedural items including the election of a Chair and Vice Chair and the oath of office for commissioners. No public hearings are scheduled for this session.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Oath of office for newly appointed and re-appointed commissioners
• Approval of July 7, 2021 minutes

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission will introduce new members and administer oaths of office. The meeting also includes presentations on city outreach and reviews of sub-committee reports regarding business retention surveys.

• Introduction of new members and oath of office
• Review of Business Retention Sub-Committee survey options
• Presentation on City of Vallejo Communications and Outreach
• Visit Vallejo communications and marketing report
• Review of draft Commission Procedures & Rules Document

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for August 9, 2021, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 13, 2021, at 5:15 p.m.

• Cancellation of the August 9, 2021, regular meeting

Housing & Community Development Commission

This notice is a cancellation of the regular meeting scheduled for August 5, 2021. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2021, at 7:00 p.m.

McCune Collection Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo McCune Collection Commission scheduled for August 2, 2021, was cancelled. The notice contains no other agenda items or business.

• No items listed due to meeting cancellation

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for August 2, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 16, 2021.

Human Relations Commission

The regular Human Relations Commission meeting scheduled for July 28, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled to be held on October 26, 2021.

• Cancellation of the July 28, 2021 meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special teleconference meeting for closed session discussions. The agenda includes property lease negotiations, updates on existing litigation, and labor negotiations.

• Lease price, terms, and conditions negotiations for Sekha Hills at 285 Mare Island Way
• Legal conference regarding VPOA v. City of Vallejo et al (Case No. FCS055533)
• Legal conference regarding Friends of River Park v. City of Vallejo (Case No. FCS0055143)
• Labor negotiations with IBEW Local 1245, CAMP, and unrepresented employees

The Vallejo City Council met in special closed session on July 27, 2021, to discuss real property negotiations for the Sekha Hills property at 285 Mare Island Way with the Yocha Dehe Tribe, existing litigation (VPOA v. City of Vallejo and Friends of River Park v. City of Vallejo), and labor negotiations with employee organizations. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was procedural, with the council convening into closed session and adjourning without public action.

• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations (Sekha Hills lease)
• Convened into closed session for existing litigation discussions (two cases)
• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations with employee organizations
• Adjourned at 6:45 p.m. without open-session action

City Council

The City Council will consider contracts for street paving and surveillance cameras. The agenda also includes a public hearing on redrawing election district boundaries and the appointment of an Interim City Manager.

• $945,359.50 contract for Capitol Street, Delwood Street, Saunders Drive, and Wilshire Avenue pavement rehabilitation
• $460,000 agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for surveillance cameras
• Grant application for the Homeless Navigation Center Project
• Public hearing on redrawing election district boundaries
• Appointment of Anne Cardwell as Interim City Manager

The Vallejo City Council approved a $460,000 agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for 40 ALPR and 40 CCTV cameras over 24 months, with a directive to draft a surveillance ordinance by October 2021. A substitute motion for a 12-month term failed. The council also adopted resolutions for a pavement rehabilitation contract, a housing grant application, redistricting position, legislative priorities, and appointed Anne Cardwell as Interim City Manager.

• Approved $460,000 Flock Group camera agreement (24-month term) (5-1, Diaz no)
• Failed substitute motion for 12-month Flock agreement (2-5)
• Adopted Resolution 21-084 awarding $945,359.50 pavement contract to Team Ghilotti
• Adopted Resolution 21-085 authorizing PLHA grant application for Homeless Navigation Center
• Adopted Resolution 21-086 urging redistricting commission to keep Vallejo in current districts
• Adopted Resolution 21-087 making appointments to commissions
• Adopted Resolution 21-088 amending legislative priorities and advocacy procedures
• Adopted Resolution 21-089 appointing Anne Cardwell as Interim City Manager

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will hear a presentation regarding cultural events for the Filipino Community of Solano County. Members will also review potential venues for displaying art and receive updates on the Art Grant Program.

• Presentation by Mel Orpilla on Filipino Community of Solano County activities
• Update on the Art Grant Program from Vallejo Community Arts Foundation
• Review of lists for art display and event venues in Vallejo
• Update from the Grants Ad Hoc Committee

The Commission on Culture & the Arts held a regular meeting with no substantive decisions. It approved the July 26 agenda and June 28 minutes unanimously (6-0). Grant recipients reported on events, including the Filipino Community's Pista Sa Nayon, and staff noted some projects may be redesigned due to low enrollment.

• Approved July 26, 2021 agenda (6-0)
• Accepted June 28, 2021 minutes (6-0)

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and instructions for public participation via teleconference. No specific cases or items are listed for discussion or decision at this meeting.

City Council

The Participatory Budget Steering Committee will receive an implementation update regarding the Cycle 6 Basic Needs Resources for the Homeless project. Staff will also present a report on the Cycle 7 Vote Outreach Strategy.

• Update on Cycle 6 Basic Needs Resources for the Homeless project
• Presentation of Cycle 7 Vote Outreach Strategy

City Council

The City Council will hold a special session to interview applicants for several city commissions. These include vacancies on the Architectural Heritage & Landmarks, Beautification, Housing & Community Development, and Human Relations commissions. Appointments are scheduled for the July 27, 2021 meeting.

• Interviews for Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commission (1 vacancy)
• Interviews for Beautification Commission (2 vacancies)
• Interviews for Housing & Community Development Commission (3 vacancies)
• Interviews for Human Relations Commission (4 vacancies)
• Interviews for Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee (4 member/3 alternate vacancies)

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting on July 20, 2021, to conduct applicant interviews for vacancies on several city commissions. Interviews were held for the Beautification, Housing & Community Development, Human Relations Commissions, and the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee. No appointments were made at this meeting; they are scheduled for the July 27, 2021 regular meeting.

• Conducted interviews for Beautification Commission applicants: M. Avonelle Hanley-Mills, LayVette Howard, Tehraleigh Martin, Sheila Tennyson, Eileen Jackson, Darrell Conley, and Monique Martin.
• Conducted interviews for Housing & Community Development Commission applicants: Jared Bunde, Tara Beasley-Stansberry, Kathleen Diohep, Cassandra James, and Andra Davis.
• Conducted interviews for Human Relations Commission applicants: Dela Weeks Morris, Andra Davis, Morgan Hannigan, and Demetra Stall-Nash.
• Conducted interviews for Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee applicants: Jasmine Salemron, Patricia Baisden, Tara Beasley-Stansberry, and Jessica Lozano.
• Scheduled appointments to be made at the July 27, 2021 regular City Council meeting.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for July 19, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 2, 2021.

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for July 15, 2021, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 19, 2021.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference to conduct closed session negotiations. The agenda includes discussions regarding the price and terms of a lease for Sekha Hills at 285 Mare Island Way and labor negotiations with various employee organizations.

• Lease negotiations for Sekha Hills, 285 Mare Island Way
• Labor negotiations with IBEW Local 1245, CAMP, and unrepresented employees

The Vallejo City Council met in closed session on July 13, 2021, to discuss real property negotiations for the Sekha Hills property at 285 Mare Island Way with the Yocha Dehe Tribe, and labor negotiations with several employee organizations. No formal decisions were made in open session; the item on real property negotiations was rescheduled, and the meeting adjourned without public action.

• Rescheduled Item 3A (real property negotiations) to a later date
• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations (Sekha Hills)
• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations with IBEW, CAMP, and unrepresented employees
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:47 p.m.

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of a resolution to overrule protests to sewer, upper lateral, and storm drainage service charges. The meeting also includes proposals for several professional services contracts related to surveying, construction management, and stormwater infrastructure design.

• Public hearing on sewer, upper lateral, and storm drainage service charges
• $229,000 agreement with BKF Engineers for storm water trash capture device design
• Construction management and inspection services up to $500,000 per fiscal year
• Surveying services agreements up to $100,000 per fiscal year
• Easement updates for the Eden Housing Project on Sacramento Street

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will meet via teleconference to review routine items. The agenda includes approving the July 14, 2020 meeting minutes and accepting the Financing Corporation Activity Report.

• Approval of July 14, 2020 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of the Financing Corporation Activity Report

City Council

The City Council is considering $30 million in conduit financing for the Sacramento Street Apartments affordable housing project, which carries no financial liability for the city. The agenda also includes contract amendments for the Bay Trail Gap Closure Project and the reopening of Glen Cove Fire Station 26.

• $30 million financing for Sacramento Street Apartments affordable housing
• Contract increase to $1,301,882 for Bay Trail Vine Trail Gap Closure Project
• Agreement with San Mateo County for forensic services up to $450,000
• Reopening of Glen Cove Fire Station 26
• Amendments to the Master Fee Schedule for new zoning titles

The Vallejo City Council approved a resolution supporting the issuance of up to $30 million in revenue bonds by the California Municipal Finance Authority for the Sacramento Street Apartments, a 75-unit low-income housing project at 2118 Sacramento Street. The city has no financial liability for the bonds. The council also approved reopening Glen Cove Fire Station 26, adopted amendments to the master fee schedule for new zoning applications, and ratified several consent calendar items including payments and contract amendments.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-082 N.C. supporting $30M bond issuance for Sacramento Street Apartments (Noes: Diaz; Abstain: Arriola, counted as Aye)
• Authorized reopening of Glen Cove Fire Station 26 and notice of intent to amend General Fund budget
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-083 N.C. amending master fee schedule for new zoning application titles
• Ratified payment of claims for May 1-31, 2021
• Ratified payments up to $190,000 to Lind Marine, Inc. and authorized contract amendment increasing limit to $400,000
• Authorized fourth amendment to Parisi Transportation Consulting agreement, increasing contract from $894,621 to $1,301,882 for Bay Trail Vine Trail Gap Closure Project
• Approved agreement with County of San Mateo for forensic services up to $450,000 over three years
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-081 N.C. approving substantial amendment to FY 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan for workforce housing property acquisition

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting for the Vallejo 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan, and Retirement Health Savings Program Committee scheduled for July 12, 2021, has been cancelled. The date for the next regular meeting is to be determined.

• Cancellation of the July 12, 2021, committee meeting

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to select a new Chair and Vice Chair. The commission will also review a request to restore Maria Munoz to the Register of Eligibles for the position of Housing Specialist II.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of June 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Request for restoration to Register of Eligibles for Housing Specialist II

The Vallejo Civil Service Commission held a routine meeting, electing Commissioner Nisperos as Chair and Commissioner Plechaty as Vice Chair for the 2021-2022 term. The Commission also unanimously approved the reinstatement of Maria Munoz to the Register of Eligibles for the Housing Specialist II position for two years. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Elected Commissioner Nisperos as Chair for July 2021-July 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Plechaty as Vice Chair for July 2021-July 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and consent calendar, including June 14, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved reinstatement of Maria Munoz to Register of Eligibles for Housing Specialist II for two years (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Design Review Board scheduled for July 8, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2021.

Beautification Commission

The Vallejo Beautification Commission is meeting via teleconference on July 7, 2021. The agenda includes reviewing an application for the Keep California Beautiful Affiliate Program and discussing a community calendar. Adhoc committee activity reports will also be presented.

• Keep California Beautiful Affiliate Program Application
• Community Calendar & Event Planner discussion
• Adhoc committee activity reports
• Approval of June 2, 2021 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an appeal to overturn approved permits for indoor cannabis cultivation, distribution, and manufacturing. The commission will also hold an initial discussion regarding the Phase II list of tasks for the Zoning Code Update.

• Appeal of Minor Use Permit #20-0012 and Minor Exception #21-0004 at 1630 Lewis Brown Drive
• Proposed indoor cannabis cultivation, distribution, and manufacturing for Life Enhancement Services
• Request to reduce required off-street parking from eight spaces to six spaces
• Initial discussion of Phase II list for the Zoning Code Update

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference to conduct applicant interviews. These interviews are for two vacancies each on the Economic Vitality, McCune Collection, and Planning Commissions. Final appointments are scheduled for the July 27, 2021 regular meeting.

• Applicant interviews for Economic Vitality Commission
• Applicant interviews for McCune Collection Commission
• Applicant interviews for Planning Commission

The Vallejo City Council held a special teleconference meeting to conduct applicant interviews for vacancies on the Economic Vitality, McCune Collection, and Planning Commissions. Interviews were held for 8 Planning Commission applicants, 4 Economic Vitality Commission applicants, and 1 McCune Collection Commission applicant. No appointments were made at this meeting; appointments will be made at the July 27, 2021 regular City Council meeting.

• Conducted interviews for Planning Commission applicants (8 candidates)
• Conducted interviews for Economic Vitality Commission applicants (4 candidates)
• Conducted interviews for McCune Collection Commission applicant (1 candidate)
• Deferred appointments to July 27, 2021 regular meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will meet via teleconference to consider a resignation and separation agreement for City Manager Greg Nyhoff. The council will also review an amendment to the Remedy Engineering consultant agreement regarding land use covenant inspection services.

• Resignation and separation agreement for City Manager Greg Nyhoff
• Fourth Amendment to Remedy Engineering Consultant Agreement for Land Use Covenant Inspection and reporting services

The Vallejo City Council approved a resignation and separation agreement between the City and City Manager Greg Nyhoff, with Mayor McConnell voting no. The council also authorized the City Manager to execute a fourth amendment to a consultant agreement with Remedy Engineering, Inc., extending land use covenant inspection services to July 31, 2022.

• Approved resignation and separation agreement between the City of Vallejo and City Manager Greg Nyhoff (Noes – McConnell)
• Authorized City Manager to execute Fourth Amendment to Consultant Agreement with Remedy Engineering, Inc. for Land Use Covenant Inspection and reporting services, extending term to July 31, 2022

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda includes a closed session regarding a public employee appointment for an Interim City Manager.

• Public employee appointment for Interim City Manager

The Vallejo City Council met in a special teleconference meeting on July 1, 2021, and immediately convened into closed session to discuss the appointment of an interim city manager. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Convened into closed session to discuss interim city manager appointment (no public action taken)

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for July 1, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 5, 2021.

• Cancellation of the July 1, 2021, regular meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda is limited to closed sessions for labor negotiations and legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.

• Labor negotiations with IBEW Local 1245 and CAMP/Unrepresented Employees
• Legal conference regarding anticipated litigation involving the City Manager's employment contract

The Vallejo City Council met in a special closed session on June 29, 2021, to discuss labor negotiations with employee organizations and anticipated litigation related to the City Manager's employment. No formal decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned without public action.

• Convened into closed session to discuss labor negotiations with IBEW, CAMP, and unrepresented employees.
• Held closed session discussion on anticipated litigation regarding the City Manager's employment contract.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:41 p.m. without any open-session votes or actions.

City Council

The City Council will hold a special session to discuss rescinding the emergency order for mandatory face masks in enclosed public spaces. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding an appeal for the Oakwood Apartments project. Additionally, the council will consider software upgrades for city financial systems.

• Rescinding the emergency order requiring face masks in enclosed public spaces
• Public hearing on the appeal of approvals for Oakwood Apartments at Sonoma Boulevard and Magazine Street
• Contract amendment to migrate city financial software to a cloud-based platform
• Third amendment to the agreement with Humane Society of North Bay

The City Council denied an appeal and upheld the Planning Commission's approval of the Oakwood Apartments project at Sonoma Boulevard and Magazine Street, adding four conditions including fiber optic installation, irrigation maintenance, daily litter removal, and a community center door design. The Council also authorized a contract amendment to migrate the city's financial software to CentralSquare's cloud platform, and rescinded the mandatory face mask order in enclosed public spaces, with in-person Council meetings resuming September 14, 2021.

• Denied appeal APP #21-0003 and upheld Oakwood Apartments approvals (Resolution 21-079 N.C.) with added conditions (Noes: McConnell, Arriola)
• Authorized City Manager to execute Superion, LLC contract amendment for ERP software migration to CentralSquare cloud platform (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-080 N.C. rescinding mandatory face mask order in enclosed public spaces (unanimous)
• Directed staff to resume in-person Council meetings on September 14, 2021 and explore hybrid meeting feasibility

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will discuss potential locations for displaying art and holding events in Vallejo. The meeting also includes a review of a draft website page for grant recipients and an update on the Art Grant Program.

• Review of lists for art display venues and event locations
• Update on the Art Grant Program from Vallejo Community Arts Foundation
• Review of a draft website page for grant recipients
• Presentation regarding the Vallejo Symphony Orchestra

The Commission on Culture & the Arts approved the June 28, 2021 agenda and the May 24, 2021 minutes with corrections. They heard reports from grant recipients Vallejo Symphony Orchestra and Vallejo Project, and received updates on the Art Grant Program, including that some invoices are pending city payment. No substantive policy decisions were made; most items were information only.

• Approved the June 28, 2021 agenda unanimously, 4-0
• Accepted the May 24, 2021 minutes with corrections unanimously, 4-0
• Discussed Art Grant Program updates; no action taken
• Discussed grant recipient poster changes; no action taken
• Continued discussion on art display areas; no action taken
• Continued Grants Ad Hoc Committee work; no action taken

Housing Authority

The regular Inter Agency Meeting scheduled for June 28, 2021, has been canceled. The next meeting of the Inter Agency Committee is scheduled for September 27, 2021.

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

This agenda consists of boilerplate instructions for public comments and meeting access via teleconference. No specific cases, hearings, or decisions are listed in the provided text.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council scheduled a special meeting via teleconference for June 22, 2021. The agenda is limited to closed sessions with legal counsel regarding existing and anticipated litigation. No other items are scheduled for discussion during this session.

• Conference regarding VPOA et al. v. City of Vallejo, et al. (Case No. 2:21-cv-00454-KJM-CKD)
• Conference regarding two cases of anticipated litigation
• Conference regarding the initiation of one case of litigation

The Vallejo City Council met in special session via teleconference and immediately convened into closed session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned without any open-session action.

• Convened into closed session for existing litigation (VPOA et al. v. City of Vallejo)
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (two cases)
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (one case)

Housing Authority

The regular Vallejo Housing Authority meeting scheduled for June 22, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 28, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a new zoning code and amending several specific plans. Members will also hold a public hearing on redrawing election district boundaries. Additionally, the council will review amendments to water assistance programs and security service contracts.

• Adoption of ordinances for a new City of Vallejo Zoning Code
• Public hearing regarding redrawing election district boundaries
• $700,000 increase to the Allied Security Services contract
• Amendment to R3 Consulting Group agreement up to $206,500
• Resolution to amend the Water Rate Assistance Program (WRAP)

The City Council adopted four ordinances to implement a comprehensive update of the Vallejo Zoning Code, including repealing and replacing Title 16 and the Zoning Map, and amending specific plans. The council also approved several consent calendar items, including extending contracts for water consulting, security services, and redistricting consulting. A resolution to increase water rate assistance bill credits was adopted unanimously, and the council provided direction on state and federal redistricting preferences.

• Adopted Ordinance Nos. 1852-1855 N.C. (2d) for new Zoning Code and map (unanimous)
• Approved $19,630 amendment to Raftelis contract for Travis AFB water response (unanimous)
• Extended Allied Universal Security contract to June 30, 2022, adding $700,000 (unanimous)
• Increased R3 Consulting contract from $111,500 to $206,500 for SB1383 services (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-077 amending Water Rate Assistance Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-078 levying assessments for unpaid garbage bills (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prefer staying in Senate District 3 and Congressional District 5, and to consider Assembly District 14
• Issued proclamation supporting renaming Navy warship for Telesforo Trinidad (unanimous)

Sister City Commission

The commission will review new procedures for selecting Friendship and Sister Cities. Members will also discuss the Ensenada packet regarding its potential elevation to Sister City status. The meeting includes updates on international committee reports and MOU processes.

• Review of new selection procedures for Friendship and Sister City status
• Review of Ensenada packet for elevation to Sister City status
• Discussion regarding the process for Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)
• Approval of April 19, 2021, meeting minutes
• Update on Japanese Consulate service in Akashi, Japan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a public hearing regarding the renovation of an existing gas station and convenience store. The project includes requests for 24-hour business hours, increased signage, and ADA compliance updates. The agenda also includes an annual review of the Nimitz Group Development Agreement.

• Public hearing for gas station and convenience store renovation at 2601 Springs Road
• Request for 24-hour business hours at 2601 Springs Road
• Proposed 25 percent increase in maximum signage at 2601 Springs Road
• Annual review of Nimitz Group Development Agreement

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Commission will consider a proposal for a 2,841 square foot home in the St. Vincent’s Historic District. The project includes new landscaping and a reduction of the required garage setback. Staff recommends approving the Certificate of Appropriateness.

• Public hearing for 729 Santa Clara Street (COA#20-0023)
• Construction of a 2,841 square foot, two-story single-family residence
• Proposed garage setback reduction in St. Vincent’s Historic District

City Council

The Participatory Budget Steering Committee will receive updates on participatory budgeting projects and the reallocation of unspent funds. The committee is also scheduled to form an ad-hoc committee for Cycle 7 vote outreach strategy.

• Formation of Cycle 7 Vote Outreach Strategy Ad-hoc Committee
• Update on recommendation for reallocation of unspent funds
• Participatory Budgeting project updates
• Approval of May 19, 2021 meeting minutes

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider approving the titles and specifications for two new non-classified city positions. The meeting also includes a presentation by Chief Assistant City Attorney Randy Risner.

• Approval of title and specification for Police Records Manager position
• Approval of title and specification for Traffic Engineer position
• Presentation by Chief Assistant City Attorney, Randy Risner
• Approval of April 12, 2021 meeting minutes

The Vallejo Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the title and specification for a new non-classified Police Records Manager position and allocated it to the Non-Classified service of the City's Classification Plan. The commission also unanimously approved the title and specification for a new non-classified Traffic Engineer position and allocated it to the Non-Classified service. Both actions were taken during the June 14, 2021 regular meeting, which was held via teleconference.

• Approved the title and specification for the new non-classified position of Police Records Manager, allocating it to the Non-Classified service.
• Approved the title and specification for the new non-classified position of Traffic Engineer, allocating it to the Non-Classified service.
• Unanimously approved the agenda and consent calendar, including the minutes of the April 12, 2021 meeting.

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for June 10, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 8, 2021.

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The commission will discuss the Economic Development Division Strategic Plan and a City Report. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development regarding business support.

• Review and approval of EVC Proposed Work Plan 2021
• Presentation on California State business development support
• Update on Economic Development Division staffing
• Discussion of the Economic Development Division Strategic Plan

City Council

The Vallejo City Council scheduled a special meeting for June 8, 2021, via teleconference. The agenda is limited to procedural items and a closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

The Vallejo City Council met in special session via teleconference and immediately convened into closed session to discuss anticipated litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 6:27 p.m. after the closed session.

• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation discussion (one case)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:27 p.m. without public action

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will review several administrative items, including the biennial budget for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23. Proposed actions include adopting stormwater rate study recommendations and authorizing a sewer rehabilitation project contract. The meeting also includes reports on investments and staff compensation structures.

• Awarding $1,583,520 construction contract for Meadows Basin 101010 Sewer Rehabilitation Project to Glosage Engineering, Inc.
• Adopting stormwater rate study cost of service and rate recommendations
• Authorizing a Software as a Service agreement with Tyler Technologies for ERP software
• Approving the biennial budget for fiscal years 2021-22 and 2022-23
• Directing staff to prepare a report to collect sewer and storm drainage service charges on the tax roll

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget. The body is also scheduled to adopt a resolution approving this budget for July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2022.

• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget
• Resolution to approve the FY 2021-2022 Housing Authority budget
• Approval of March 23, 2021 meeting minutes

The Vallejo Housing Authority held a special meeting and unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget via Resolution No. 21-004 N.C. The public hearing on the budget had no speakers. The board also approved the minutes from the March 23, 2021 regular meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-004 N.C. approving FY 2021-2022 budget (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 23, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget and capital improvement programs. The agenda also includes establishing a Homeless Navigation Center project and reallocating unspent community funds.

• Adoption of the FY 2021-22 City Budget and salary schedules
• Establishment of the Homeless Navigation Center Project with $106,850 in funding
• Reallocation of $174,165 from completed participatory budgeting projects
• Creation of a Costco Loan Special Fund via ordinance
• Approval of the $157,109,722 annual appropriations limit

The City Council adopted the FY 2021-22 budget, positions and salaries, golf course fees, vehicle purchases, and purchase orders, along with the Capital Improvement Program for FY 2021-22 through 2025-26. The budget adoption passed 4-3, with the mayor and two councilmembers voting no. The council also approved several other items, including a Costco loan special fund, a homeless navigation center project, and reallocated participatory budgeting funds.

• Adopted FY 2021-22 budget and related resolutions (4-3)
• Adopted Capital Improvement Program for FY 2021-22 through 2025-26 (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance establishing Costco Loan Special Fund (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for Homeless Navigation Center project with $106,850 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution reallocating $174,165 participatory budgeting funds, with amendment increasing Meals on Wheels allocation (6-1)
• Postponed naming Navigation Center after Maria Guevara until naming policy is presented (4-3)
• Adopted resolutions for landscape maintenance district assessments (various votes)
• Continued unpaid garbage bill assessments to June 22 meeting

McCune Collection Commission

The commission will review activity reports and discuss opportunities to publicize the collection. Members will also vote on room use requests and the acquisition of donated items.

• Approval of $60.00 studio fee for Vallejo Open Studios 2020-21
• Vote on acquiring donated items to the McCune Collection
• Review of McCune Room use requests
• Discussion on publicizing the McCune Collection

The McCune Collection Commission approved a $60 studio fee to participate in Vallejo Open Studios 2020-21, scheduled for November 13-14, 2021. The commission also approved the June 7 agenda and April 5 minutes unanimously. Most other business was deferred due to the COVID-19 shutdown, and the vice chair position is vacant following a resignation.

• Approved $60 studio fee for Vallejo Open Studios 2020-21 (4-0)
• Approved June 7, 2021 agenda and April 5, 2021 minutes (4-0)

City Council

The council is holding a public hearing regarding a comprehensive update to the Vallejo Zoning Code. This includes reviewing environmental documents and proposing amendments to the General Plan and several specific area plans. The council will also consider an appeal regarding a major use permit for V-Town Farms.

• Appeal of Planning Commission approval for V-Town Farms at 5184 Sonoma Boulevard
• Adoption of resolutions for the New Zoning Code Project environmental documents
• Amendments to the General Plan 2040 Text and Land Use Map
• Introduction of ordinances for Downtown Vallejo and White Slough plans
• Repeal of the Northgate Specific Plan/Planned Development Master Plan

The City Council denied an appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of a major use permit for V-Town Farms at 5184 Sonoma Boulevard, Suite 300, with a 4-2 vote (one abstention). The Council also unanimously adopted resolutions and introduced ordinances to update the city's zoning code, including repealing the old Title 16 and adopting a new zoning code and map.

• Denied appeal APP #21-0004 and upheld Major Use Permit UP #20-0008 for V-Town Farms (4-2, Brown abstained)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-060 approving Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for New Zoning Code (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-061 approving General Plan 2040 amendments (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to repeal Northgate Specific Plan and PUD #575 and #582 (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to amend Downtown Vallejo Specific Plan (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to amend White Slough Specific Area Plan (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance to repeal and reenact Zoning Code Title 16 and adopt new Zoning Map (unanimous)
• Set second hearing for zoning ordinances for June 22, 2021 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for June 7, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for June 21, 2021.

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the FY 2020-21 Annual Action Plan. This proposal adds property acquisition for workforce housing using $165,765 in HOME Investment Partnerships Program funding. The meeting also includes a review of the FY 2021-22 Vallejo Housing Authority budget.

• Proposed amendment to FY 2020-21 Annual Action Plan for workforce housing property acquisition ($165,765)
• Review of FY 2021-22 Vallejo Housing Authority Budget

The Housing and Community Development Commission unanimously approved a substantial amendment to the FY 2020-21 Annual Action Plan and the FY 2021-22 Vallejo Housing Authority budget. Both items passed 5-0. The meeting also included a presentation on mortgage assistance programs and reminders about commissioner term expirations.

• Approved substantial amendment to FY 2020-21 Annual Action Plan (5-0)
• Approved FY 2021-22 Vallejo Housing Authority budget (5-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved minutes of May 6, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided document contains only procedural information and instructions for public participation via teleconference. No specific items for decision or discussion are included in this text.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference on May 25, 2021. The agenda is limited to a closed session conference with labor negotiators representing IBEW Local 1245 and CAMP.

• Closed session conference with IBEW Local 1245 and CAMP

The Vallejo City Council met in a special teleconference meeting and immediately convened into closed session to discuss labor negotiations with IBEW Local 1245 and CAMP. No substantive decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:42 p.m. without public action

City Council

The City Council will receive an update on the Homeless Navigation Center and review a plan to allocate $106,850 in CDBG funding for the project. The Council will also consider approving a five-year management agreement for the Vallejo Municipal Marina.

• $106,850 CDBG funding allocation for the Homeless Navigation Center Project
• Establishment of Capital Improvement Project PW9433
• Five-year management agreement for Vallejo Municipal Marina with Founders 3 Real Estate Services

The Vallejo City Council unanimously approved a notice of intent to amend the FY20-21 Capital Improvement Budget with $106,850 in CDBG funding to establish the Homeless Navigation Center Project (PW9433). The council also authorized the City Manager to enter into a five-year management agreement with Founders 3 Real Estate Services (F3 Marina) for the Vallejo Municipal Marina, with a requirement that 50% of staff be hired locally. Councilmember Brown abstained from the marina vote due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved notice of intent to amend FY20-21 CIP budget with $106,850 CDBG funding for Homeless Navigation Center Project (unanimous)
• Established Capital Improvement Project PW9433: Homeless Navigation Center Project (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to enter into 5-year management agreement with F3 Marina for Vallejo Municipal Marina (Brown abstained)
• Included requirement that 50% of marina staff be hired locally from Vallejo

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget amendments, including reallocating $1.2 million to Project Roomkey. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding infrastructure improvements and a loan agreement for the Fairview at Northgate development. Other items involve water sales to Benicia and salary adjustments for Water Department roles.

• $7,914,822 in public improvements and a $5.476 million loan for the Costco project
• Reallocation of $1.2 million in CDBG funds to Project Roomkey
• Sale of 1,000 acre-feet of water to the City of Benicia
• $856,930 CARES Act allocation for the CDBG program
• Salary adjustments for ten Water Department classifications

The Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Public Infrastructure Construction and Reimbursement Agreement with Vallejo-Fairview Developers, LLC for the Fairview at Northgate (Costco) project, including a loan agreement with Costco Wholesale Corp. for up to $5.476 million, and introduced an ordinance establishing a Costco Loan Special Fund. The Council also unanimously authorized a First Responder Fee Agreement with Medic Ambulance Service, Inc. On the V-Town Farms cannabis appeal, the Council failed to reach a decision due to tie votes and continued the matter to the next meeting for staff to prepare a resolution.

• Approved Resolution 21-058 N.C. for the Costco public improvements agreement and loan (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance establishing Costco Loan Special Fund (unanimous)
• Authorized First Responder Fee Agreement with Medic Ambulance (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-050 N.C. for LMD assessments (Diaz abstained)
• Adopted Resolution 21-052 N.C. for 1972 Act LMD assessments (Dew and Verder-Aliga abstained)
• Adopted Resolution 21-053 N.C. for CARES Act CDBG funds ($856,930)
• Adopted Resolution 21-054 N.C. reallocating $1.2M to Project Roomkey
• Continued V-Town Farms appeal to June 7 meeting (unanimous, Brown abstained)

City Council

The 2+2 Committee, consisting of two City Council members and two Vallejo City Unified School District Governing Board members, is meeting for the first time. The body will discuss its purpose, objectives, and meeting frequency to collaborate on mutual concerns.

• Establishment of committee purpose and objectives
• Determination of meeting frequency
• Identification of future agenda items for discussion

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda is limited to closed sessions with legal counsel regarding existing and anticipated litigation.

• Conference with Legal Counsel regarding Myrtle Street Flats, LLC v. City of Vallejo
• Conference with Legal Counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

The Vallejo City Council met in a special teleconference meeting on May 24, 2021, and immediately convened into closed session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m. after the closed session.

• Convened into closed session for existing litigation (Myrtle Street Flats, LLC v. City of Vallejo)
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (one case)

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will review updates regarding the Art Grant Program and a draft website page for past recipients. The meeting also includes discussions on identifying city areas for art displays and the possible formation of a Grants Ad Hoc Committee.

• Art Grant Program update from Vallejo Community Arts Foundation
• Review of draft website page for previous grant recipients
• Discussion on identifying city areas for art displays and events
• Potential formation of a Grants Ad Hoc Committee
• Presentations by CAC grant recipients Mark Lampkin and Jim Gardia

The Vallejo Commission on Culture & the Arts approved a draft loan policy and recommended it be forwarded to staff. The commission also allowed the Vallejo Choral Society to change the date of its funded concert due to COVID, with funds used only in Vallejo. Other items were informational or tabled for future discussion.

• Approved draft loan policy, forwarded to staff (6-0)
• Allowed Vallejo Choral Society to change concert date, funds used in Vallejo only
• Approved April 26, 2021 agenda (6-0)
• Accepted March 22, 2021 minutes (6-0)

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for May 20, 2021, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 17, 2021.

City Council

The Participatory Budget Steering Committee will discuss updates regarding rulebook amendments and the reallocation of funds. The committee will also review the Cycle 7 outreach strategy and potential development of a PB History Handbook. Annetta Ward Clark will be sworn in as an organizational alternate.

• Oath of office for Annetta Ward Clark
• Update on rulebook amendment and fund reallocation recommendation
• Report on Cycle 7 timeline and outreach strategy
• Discussion regarding a PB History Handbook
• Update on committee membership status and vacancies

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Capital Improvement Program for compliance with the General Plan 2040. The meeting also includes an overview of Density Bonus Regulations.

• General Plan conformance review for the FY 2021-2022 Capital Improvement Program
• Overview of Density Bonus Regulations

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference to conduct closed sessions. These sessions involve discussions regarding existing litigation and labor negotiations with employee organizations. No other items are scheduled for discussion during this session.

• Litigation conference: Kevin Bartlett v. City of Vallejo
• Labor negotiations with IBEW Local 1245 and CAMP

The Vallejo City Council met in a special teleconference meeting and immediately convened into closed session to discuss existing litigation (Kevin Bartlett v. City of Vallejo) and labor negotiations with IBEW Local 1245 and CAMP. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Convened into closed session for existing litigation (Bartlett v. City of Vallejo)
• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations with IBEW Local 1245 and CAMP

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will review the Stormwater Rate Study and direct staff to prepare for Option 2C. The meeting also includes a proposed $48,000 settlement with California River Watch. Additionally, the Board will consider the District Schedule of Fees for FY 2021-22.

• Direction to staff regarding Stormwater Rate Study Option 2C and legal notices
• $48,000 settlement agreement payment to California River Watch
• Adoption of the District Schedule of Fees for FY 2021-22
• Presentation of FY 2021-22 and FY 2022-23 operating and capital budgets

City Council

The City Council allocated $400,000 in discretionary funding, dividing it equally among the seven councilmembers ($57,000 each) to select non-profit organizations, with selections due by June 8, 2021. The council also adopted several resolutions, including the FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for HUD, a water department budget amendment recognizing $51,272,855.76 in bond proceeds, and an agreement with the Bureau of Reclamation for up to $200,000 in WaterSMART grant funding. All actions were approved unanimously unless noted.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1850 N.C. (2d) amending Property Maintenance Ordinance (Chapter 7.54)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-045 N.C. amending FY 2020-21 Water Department budget for $51,272,855.76 in bond proceeds
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-046 N.C. authorizing agreement with Bureau of Reclamation for up to $200,000 WaterSMART grant
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-047 N.C. amending Police Department budget for $30,000 UASI grant
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-048 N.C. approving FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan and HUD funding allocations
• Allocated $400,000 discretionary funding equally among 7 councilmembers ($57,000 each) for non-profit selections
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-049 N.C. temporarily amending Participatory Budgeting Rulebook through Cycle 7

Civil Service Commission

The regular Civil Service Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, May 10, 2021, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 14, 2021, at 5:15 p.m.

• Notice of cancellation for the May 10 meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is conducting a special session focused on council goal setting discussions. The meeting includes a period for public comment specifically regarding the goal setting process.

• Council goal setting discussion
• Public comment regarding council goal setting

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting on May 6, 2021, as a goal-setting retreat, facilitated by Urban Strategies. The council discussed and prioritized goals for Fiscal Year 2021-22 based on resident feedback, but no formal votes or decisions were taken. Staff presentations on goals were deferred to a subsequent meeting.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the retreat
• Agenda adjusted to focus on aligning council goals
• Staff presentations on goals deferred to a later meeting

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding several federal fund allocation plans. These include the FY 2021-22 Annual Action Plan and amendments to existing consolidated plans. One proposal involves reallocating $1.2 million from the Homeless Navigation Center Project to Project Roomkey.

• Reallocation of $1.2 million in CDBG funds to Project Roomkey
• Allocation of $856,930.00 in CARES Act CDBG-CV3 funds
• Proposed FY 2021-22 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds

The commission unanimously approved the proposed FY 2021-22 Annual Action Plan, a substantial amendment to the FY 2019-20 plan to include Round Three CARES Act CDBG-CV3 funds, and substantial amendments to the FY 2020-24 Consolidated Plan and FY 2020-21 Annual Action Plan. All three items passed 7-0 with no public speakers. The commission also received a Brown Act overview and an update on the Homeless Navigation Center.

• Approved FY 2021-22 Annual Action Plan (7-0)
• Approved substantial amendment to FY 2019-20 plan for CDBG-CV3 funds (7-0)
• Approved substantial amendments to FY 2020-24 Consolidated Plan and FY 2020-21 Annual Action Plan (7-0)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting focused on council goal setting. The agenda includes public comment periods regarding the goal setting workshop and an agenda review.

• Council goal setting discussion
• Public comment regarding council goal setting

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting focused on goal setting, with presentations on the proposed FY 2021-22 budget and community feedback. No formal decisions or votes were made during the session.

Human Relations Commission

The commission will discuss and reevaluate its 2021 Work Plan. Katelyn Costa from Solano Mobility is also scheduled to present on the SolStep Grant.

• Reevaluation of the Commission 2021 Work Plan
• Presentation on SolStep Grant by Solano Mobility
• Approval of minutes from the October 28, 2020 meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference on April 27, 2021. The agenda is limited to closed sessions concerning existing and anticipated litigation.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding Hutchins v. City of Vallejo
• Conference with legal counsel regarding VPOA et al.v. Cityof Vallejo
• Discussion of three cases involving anticipated litigation

The Vallejo City Council met in special session via teleconference and immediately convened into closed session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation, including two federal cases and three potential cases. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the closed session.

• Convened into closed session for litigation discussion (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 6:35 p.m. without public action

City Council

The City Council will review funding agreements for first-time homebuyer assistance and public safety technology. The agenda includes reports on emergency expenditures for the Cordelia Pumping Complex and updates to the Water Department budget. Staff will also present a proposal regarding the Advance Peace project.

• Amendment to Axon Enterprises agreement totaling $519,874 over five years
• Emergency expenditure report of approximately $891,338 for generator rentals
• Funding agreements with CHDC for first-time homebuyer mortgage assistance
• Notice of intent to amend Water Department budget following $51,272,855.76 in bond proceeds
• Proposed ordinance to update the Property Maintenance Ordinance

The Vallejo City Council approved several consent calendar items, including a $891,338 emergency expenditure for a backup generator rental at the Cordelia Pumping Complex and a $519,874 Axon in-car camera agreement. Two items were pulled from consent and approved with dissenting votes: a CDBG funding agreement for first-time homebuyer assistance and a UASI grant acceptance. The council also introduced a property maintenance ordinance update and approved the Water Department's FY 2021-22 capital improvement budget.

• Approved $891,338 emergency expenditure for Cordelia Pumping Complex generator rental (unanimous)
• Authorized $519,874 Axon Enterprises agreement for Fleet 3 in-car cameras (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG funding agreement with CHDC for first-time homebuyer assistance (Noes: Arriola, Diaz)
• Adopted Resolution 21-041 accepting $30,000 UASI grant (Noes: Arriola, Diaz)
• Introduced ordinance amending Chapter 7.54 Property Maintenance (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-043 approving Water Department FY 2021-22 CIP budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-044 authorizing display of 3 commemorative flags (unanimous)
• Directed staff to add police technology committee item to July 13 agenda (unanimous)

City Council

The Vallejo Inter-Agency Meeting will review updates regarding illegal dumping and the American Rescue Plan. The meeting also includes discussion on the formation, roles, and goals of a Litter Abatement Taskforce.

• Illegal Dumping and Litter Abatement Update
• American Rescue Plan Update
• Litter Abatement Taskforce formation, roles, and goals

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts is meeting to review a draft Loan Policy recommendation from an Ad-Hoc committee. The agenda also includes discussions on identifying city areas for art displays and events, as well as updates on the Art Grant Program. Additionally, the commission will hear presentations from local arts organizations.

• Discussion of a draft Loan Policy recommendation
• Review of former art grant recipients to provide future updates
• Research into identifying city areas for art displays and events
• Art Grant Program update
• Follow-up regarding 1405 Georgia Street Event Center

The Commission on Culture & the Arts received an update on the Art Grant Program, noting $61,281 remaining to disburse, and reviewed a draft poster of grant recipients. It also established an Ad-Hoc Committee to explore fundraising partnerships with the City and arts organizations. No formal decisions were made; all items were informational or continued to next month.

• Approved May 24, 2021 agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 26, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Established Ad-Hoc Committee for fundraising (Chair Vidor, Vice Chair Allen, Commissioner Cook)

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided text contains only procedural boilerplate for the Code Enforcement Appeals Board. No specific cases or discussion topics are included in this agenda. The document focuses on instructions for public comment and remote viewing via Zoom.

City Council

The Participatory Budget Steering Committee will discuss the timeline and voting methods for Cycle 7. The committee will also receive updates on participatory budgeting projects and fund reallocation. Annetta Ward Clark will be sworn in as a new commissioner.

• Oath of office for Annetta Ward Clark
• Update on rulebook amendments and reallocation of unspent funds
• Discussion regarding the Cycle 7 vote timeline
• Discussion regarding Cycle 7 voting methods during the COVID-19 emergency

Sister City Commission

The Sister City Commission will discuss new procedures for the selection of Friendship and Sister Cities. The agenda also includes a review of the timeline for cities to transition between these statuses. Additionally, the commission will consider approving Afghanistan as a Friendship City.

• New procedures for selecting Friendship and Sister Cities
• Approval of Friendship City/Cities in Afghanistan
• Review of MOU for all Sister Cities
• Expenditures for gifts, banners, and equipment

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site development request to upgrade a concrete batch facility at 1888 Broadway. The commission will also review the Water Department's 2021-2022 Capital Improvement Program for General Plan conformance.

• Site development approval for Crown Hill Materials at 1888 Broadway
• General Plan Conformance Review for Water Department FY 2021-2022 Capital Improvement Program
• Approval of March 2021 meeting minutes

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for April 15, 2021, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2021.

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The commission will hear a regional economic update from Solano EDC and review COVID-19 resources from the Economic Development Department. Members will also receive reports from the Operations and Business Retention/Attraction sub-committees.

• Regional economic update from Solano EDC
• Review of COVID-19 resources from the Economic Development Department
• Presentation on rules of order and ethics by City Attorney Veronica Nebb
• Reports from Operations and Business Retention/Attraction sub-committees
• Approval of February 10, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a special session via teleconference. The agenda includes closed sessions for real property negotiations and discussions regarding anticipated or initiated litigation.

• Real property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC regarding various Assessor Parcel Numbers
• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation
• Closed session regarding the initiation of litigation

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss real property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC and two anticipated litigation matters. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned without any open-session action.

• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations (APNs listed)
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (one case)
• Convened into closed session for initiation of litigation (one case)
• Adjourned at 5:59 p.m. without public action

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will review a presentation regarding the Stormwater Rate Study. The meeting also includes votes on new budget, capital outlay, and reserves policies.

• $350,000 maintenance contract for two belt filter presses
• $60,000 increase to legal counsel services agreement
• Adoption of Budget and Capital Outlay Policies
• Adoption of Reserves Policy
• Stormwater Rate Study presentation

City Council

The City Council will review a comprehensive update to the city's zoning code and General Plan 2040. The agenda also includes purchasing prefabricated buildings and facilities for the Homeless Navigation Center at 5 Midway Street. Additionally, the council will consider budget amendments for Project Roomkey.

• $677,383 purchase of prefabricated buildings for the Homeless Navigation Center
• $227,547.20 purchase of restroom and shower facilities at 5 Midway Street
• $1,604,000 budget amendment for Project Roomkey via ESG-CV2 and CARES Act grants
• Comprehensive update to the Vallejo Zoning Code and General Plan 2040
• Contracts up to $80,000 each for the 2021 Electoral Redistricting Project

Civil Service Commission

The commission will review the title and specification for a new non-classified paralegal position. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from March 2021 meetings and a community forum.

• Approval of title and specification for a new non-classified paralegal position
• Approval of March 8 and March 12, 2021 meeting minutes

The Vallejo Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the creation of a new non-classified Paralegal position and its allocation to the City's Classification Plan. The decision was made during a teleconference meeting on April 12, 2021, with all commissioners present voting in favor. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved title and specification for new non-classified Paralegal position (unanimous)
• Allocated Paralegal position to Non-Classified service of City's Classification Plan (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 8 and March 12, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for April 8, 2021, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2021.

Beautification Commission

The Vallejo Beautification Commission will meet to swear in Commissioner Ariana Pulido and review a downtown alley proposal. The agenda includes updates on the Adopt A Block and GIS Mapping Project as well as community clean-up events. Additionally, the commission will call for nominations for its Chair and Vice Chair positions.

• Swearing in of new Commissioner Ariana Pulido
• Downtown Alley Proposal presentation
• Update on Adopt A Block and GIS Mapping Project
• Call for nominations for Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Community Clean Up Event updates

McCune Collection Commission

The commission will consider approving donated items and reviewing room use requests. They will also act on authorizing the submission of a COVID training booklet and conservation estimates for four volumes to City staff.

• Approval of donated items for the McCune Collection
• Authorization of a Site-Specific Protection Plan and COVID Training Booklet submission
• Submission of conservation estimates for four volumes to City staff
• Review of McCune Room use requests

The McCune Collection Commission approved submitting a draft Site-Specific Protection Plan and COVID Training Booklet to City staff for review, and authorized sending conservation estimates for four volumes to City staff. Both motions passed unanimously 5-0 with Vice Chair Brookshire absent. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and February minutes, and welcomed new Commissioner Lei Kim Sawyer.

• Approved the April 5, 2021 agenda and February 4, 2021 minutes unanimously 5-0.
• Approved submitting a draft McCune Collection Site-Specific Protection Plan and COVID Training Booklet to City staff for review and approval.
• Approved submitting conservation estimates from Karen Zucker and Juliayn Coleman for four volumes to City staff.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for April 5, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 19, 2021.

• Cancellation of the April 5, 2021, regular meeting

City Council

Caltrans is holding a public informational meeting regarding the I-80 Six Bridges Project to increase vertical clearance on several bridges in Vallejo. The project includes a planned four-month closure of the Magazine Street Overcrossing starting in May 2021. A 24-hour shuttle service will be provided for pedestrians and bicyclists during this period.

• Magazine Street Overcrossing closure from May 2021 to September 2021
• Increase of bridge vertical clearance to 16 feet 6 inches
• 24-hour shuttle service for pedestrians and bicyclists
• Sequence of six bridges: Springs Road, Magazine Street, Benicia Road, Georgia Street, Tennessee Street, and Redwood Street

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for April 1, 2021, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2021.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing regarding the New Zoning Code Project. This project includes updates to the Citywide Zoning Code, the General Plan 2040, and specific area plans. Staff recommends adopting resolutions to recommend these amendments to the City Council.

• New Zoning Code Project (Citywide)
• Repeal of Northgate Specific Plan
• Amendments to Downtown Vallejo Specific Plan
• Amendments to White Slough Specific Area Plan
• Oath of office for a newly appointed commissioner

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special session via teleconference to conduct a governance workshop. The agenda includes public comments regarding the workshop and the workshop itself.

• Public comments regarding Council Governance Workshop
• City Council Governance Workshop

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting via teleconference for a governance workshop facilitated by Management Partners. The workshop included exercises and discussions on best governance practices, with council members expressing commitments based on the discussions. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority is reviewing its Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget and the Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for 2021-22. The board will also consider a contract amendment with CGI Federal, Inc. to increase professional services funding.

• Contract amendment with CGI Federal, Inc. increasing funds from $99,182.50 to $265,507.50
• Resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget
• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Annual Public Housing Agency Plan
• Adoption of a meeting schedule for 2021 and 2022

The Vallejo Housing Authority approved its Fiscal Year 2021-22 Annual Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan and authorized its submission to HUD, after a public hearing with no speakers. The board also adopted a resolution amending the FY 2020-21 budget, and approved consent items including meeting minutes, a meeting schedule resolution, and a contract amendment with CGI Federal, Inc.

• Approved minutes for the special meeting of January 26, 2021.
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-002 establishing the 2021-2022 meeting schedule.
• Authorized the Executive Director to execute a Second Amendment with CGI Federal, Inc., increasing the contract from $99,182.50 to $265,507.50 and extending the term through August 27, 2021.
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-003 amending the FY 2020-21 budget.
• Approved the FY 2021-22 Annual PHA Plan and authorized its submission to HUD.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is reviewing several contracts and administrative reports. The agenda includes discussions on water infrastructure maintenance, commission appointments, and a citywide equity study. The council will also consider introducing an ordinance for mandatory commercial and organic recycling.

• JFK Library elevator modernization contract ($244,381.81)
• Water infrastructure engineering contract (up to $500,000)
• Introduction of an ordinance for mandatory commercial and organic recycling
• Establishment of an Ad Hoc Water Rate Committee
• Budget amendment for a $500,000 LEAP grant

The Vallejo City Council introduced and waived the first reading of an ordinance amending municipal code chapters 7.40, 7.44, 7.48, 7.52, and 7.53 to adopt regulations for the collection, disposal, and processing of solid waste, organic waste, and recyclable materials. The council also appointed Arianna Pulido to the Beautification Commission and Donald Douglass to the Planning Commission, both for terms expiring June 30, 2022. Additionally, the council adopted resolutions establishing an Ad Hoc Water Rate Committee and a Citywide Equity Study committee, and directed staff to prepare materials on funding the Advanced Peace Project for the April 27 meeting.

• Introduced and waived first reading of ordinance amending municipal code for mandatory commercial and organics recycling
• Appointed Arianna Pulido to the Beautification Commission (term to 6/30/22)
• Appointed Donald Douglass to the Planning Commission (term to 6/30/22)
• Adopted Resolution 21-033 N.C. formalizing the commission appointments
• Adopted Resolution 21-034 N.C. establishing Ad Hoc Water Rate Committee with Arriola, Diaz, Miessner, and Brown as alternate
• Adopted Resolution 21-035 N.C. establishing Citywide Equity Study committee with Arriola, Brown, and Dew as chair
• Directed staff to prepare materials on Advanced Peace Project funding for April 27 meeting
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, CAPER report, General Plan APR, and multiple contracts and resolutions

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will discuss whether to create a separate Draft Loan Policy or an addendum to the Gift Policy. Members will also select representatives for City Council Goal Setting. The meeting includes updates on art grants and a proposed event center.

• Presentation of a proposed event center at 1405 Georgia Street
• Discussion on whether to create a separate Draft Loan Policy or an addendum to the Gift Policy
• Selection of representatives for City Council Goal Setting
• Art Grant Program update from Vallejo Community Arts Foundation
• Update on support for the North Bay Venue Coalition

The Commission on Culture & the Arts approved forming an Ad-Hoc Committee to draft a Loan Policy as an addendum to the Gift Policy, with Commissioners Cook, Loew, and Vidor appointed. They also selected Chair Vidor and Commissioner Sowonde to represent the Commission at the City Council goal setting, where they will bring forward the Long Term Funding for the Arts Policy and the Gift Policy. The meeting included informational updates on the North Bay Venue Coalition, the Art Grant Program, and a presentation from Izzy Drumgoole about Studio 1405.

• Approved forming Ad-Hoc Committee to draft Loan Policy (consensus)
• Appointed Commissioners Cook, Loew, Vidor to Ad-Hoc Committee
• Approved selecting Chair Vidor and Commissioner Sowonde for City Council goal setting (6-0)
• Approved agenda for March 22, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from February 22, 2021 (6-0)

City Council

The committee will discuss reallocating surplus funds from completed projects and reviewing project proposals for the Cycle 7 ballot. Members will also consider a temporary amendment to the PB Rulebook. An update on the 'Bang the Table' engagement platform is also scheduled.

• Oath of office for Annetta Ward Clark
• Reallocation of surplus funds from completed projects
• Temporary amendment to the PB Rulebook for Cycle 7
• Selection of projects for the Cycle 7 ballot
• Update on 'Bang the Table' engagement platform

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for March 18, 2021, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2021.

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing on the draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. This report details the City's progress in meeting affordable housing and community development objectives. Following the hearing, the Commission will recommend approval of the report to the City Council.

• Public hearing for the FY 2019-2020 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)

The Housing and Community Development Commission unanimously approved the Draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Fiscal Year 2019-2020. The meeting also included public comments on the Navigation Center Project and city cleanup efforts, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved Draft CAPER for FY 2019-2020 (6-0)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special session to conduct applicant interviews for the Beautification and Planning Commissions. Appointments to fill vacancies are scheduled for the March 23, 2021, regular meeting.

• Interviews for Beautification and Planning Commission appointments

The City Council held a special meeting to interview candidates for vacancies on the Planning and Beautification Commissions. No appointments were made during this meeting; they are scheduled for the regular meeting on March 23, 2021. The meeting was procedural, with no other decisions made.

• Conducted interviews for Planning Commission applicants: Matt Kennedy, Donald Douglas, Nathaniel Bandel, Monica Tipton, Juan Cisneros, and Chris Platzer.
• Conducted interviews for Beautification Commission applicants: Tehraleigh Martin, Anthony Stewart, LayVette Howard, and Avonelle Hanley-Mills.
• Deferred appointments to the Planning and Beautification Commissions to the March 23, 2021 regular City Council meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Major Use Permit for V-Town Farms at 5184 Sonoma Boulevard. The proposal includes retail cannabis sales, manufacturing, and distribution within an existing building in Meadows Plaza. Staff recommends approval of the permit.

• Public hearing for V-Town Farms Major Use Permit #20-0008
• Proposed cannabis retail, manufacturing, and distribution at 5184 Sonoma Boulevard

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing for a comprehensive update to the City’s Zoning Code. The project includes amendments to the General Plan 2040, Downtown Vallejo Specific Plan, and White Slough Specific Area Plan. Staff recommends continuing the hearing until August 29, 2021.

• Public hearing for New Zoning Code project
• Appeal of Minor Use Permit #20-0008 for ReLeaf Alternative, Inc.
• Proposed amendments to Downtown Vallejo Specific Plan
• Proposed repeal of the Northgate Specific Plan

Civil Service Commission

This notice announces an adjourned regular meeting of the Civil Service Commission. The provided text contains only procedural information regarding the meeting time and teleconference instructions; no specific agenda items are listed.

The Commission heard an employee appeal of a disciplinary suspension, took testimony from witnesses, and deliberated in closed session. It voted 3-2 to deny the appeal in part and grant it in part, reducing the suspension to three days without pay (with credit for five days already served) and awarding two days of back pay and benefits. The written order will be prepared by the Chief Assistant City Attorney.

• Denied appeal in part and granted in part (3-2): suspension reduced to 3 days without pay, credit for 5 days served, 2 days back pay and benefits
• Approved motion to recess into closed session (unanimous)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will meet via teleconference to consider several items. The council will discuss directing staff on allocating funds for technology and office supply needs. They will also review a request regarding future social media posting policies.

• Direction to staff on funding for City Council technology and office supplies
• Request to prepare materials for a future discussion on social media policies
• Update on litter and illegal dumping reduction efforts

The City Council directed staff to offer each council member a choice between a $1,000 annual stipend for office supplies or city-provided equipment (printer, paper, ink, iPad/laptop) with local printing for hard copies. The Council also directed staff to prepare materials for a future meeting on a social media policy, including addressing Brown Act violations on private device use during public forums. The Council received an informational update on litter and illegal dumping reduction efforts; no action was taken on that item.

• Directed staff to provide each council member a choice: $1,000 annual stipend for office supplies OR city-provided printer, paper, ink, and iPad/laptop, with hard copies contracted to a local printer.
• Directed staff to prepare and present materials at a subsequent meeting on a social media policy for city representatives, including addressing Brown Act violations on private device use during public forums.
• Received an update on litter and illegal dumping reduction efforts; no action was required or taken.

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for March 11, 2021, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 8, 2021.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda is limited to closed sessions with legal counsel regarding two ongoing lawsuits. No other items are scheduled for discussion.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding Cuviello v. City of Vallejo, et al.
• Conference with legal counsel regarding Vallejo Police Officers’ Association v. City of Vallejo

The Vallejo City Council met in special session via teleconference and immediately convened into closed session to discuss two existing lawsuits: Cuviello v. City of Vallejo and Vallejo Police Officers' Association v. City of Vallejo. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Convened into closed session to discuss Cuviello v. City of Vallejo (litigation)
• Convened into closed session to discuss Vallejo Police Officers' Association v. City of Vallejo (litigation)

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District Board will review the FY 2020-21 Sewer Reduced Rate Revenue Program. The Board is also scheduled to provide direction on the program for the 2021-22 fiscal year and consider amendments to records retention policies.

• Direction to staff on FY 2021-22 sewer reduced rate program
• Amendments to Records Disclosure and Retention Policy
• Approval of March 09, 2021, Disbursements Register
• Receipt of January 2021 Monthly Investment Report

City Council

The council will review a progress report on the Police/OIR Implementation Plan and crime trends. The agenda includes approving equipment purchases for breathing apparatus and consulting services. Members will also discuss budget amendments and technology funding needs.

• Equipment purchase agreement for SCBA up to $630,000
• Master Consulting Agreement with Management Strategies Group up to $750,000
• Amendments to the FY 2020-21 budget and salary plan
• Progress report on Police/OIR Implementation Plan
• Update on police building at 400 Mare Island Way

The Vallejo City Council approved several consent calendar items, including a $630,000 equipment purchase agreement with Bauer Compressors for self-contained breathing apparatus and a $750,000 master consulting agreement with the Management Strategies Group. The council also adopted resolutions amending the FY 2020-21 budget, salary plan, and authorizing purchase of two replacement vehicles. An initial motion to reorder the agenda failed, but a subsequent motion to approve the agenda with Item 8E removed passed unanimously. Two items were continued to a special meeting on March 11, 2021.

• Approved $630,000 SCBA equipment purchase agreement with Bauer Compressors (unanimous)
• Approved $750,000 master consulting agreement with Management Strategies Group (unanimous)
• Adopted resolutions 21-023, 21-024, 21-025 amending budget, salary plan, and authorizing vehicle purchases (unanimous)
• Ratified payment of claims for January 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for February 23, 2021 meetings (unanimous)
• Failed motion to reorder agenda removing Item 8E (3-4)
• Continued Item 9C (technology/office supply funding) to March 11 special meeting
• Continued Item 9D (social media policy) to March 11 special meeting

Civil Service Commission

The commission will hold a community forum and review reports from the Executive Secretary and Chairperson. The agenda includes approving minutes from the January 11, 2021, meeting. Additionally, the commission will consider an employee appeal of a disciplinary notice of suspension.

• Employee appeal of disciplinary action (notice of suspension)
• Approval of January 11, 2021, meeting minutes

The Vallejo Civil Service Commission held a public hearing on an employee's appeal of a disciplinary suspension, hearing testimony from city staff and witnesses. The commission did not make a final decision and instead recessed the meeting to continue the hearing on Friday, March 12, 2021. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved the agenda and consent calendar, including the January 11, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Heard the employee appeal of a disciplinary suspension (no decision made).
• Recessed the meeting to continue the appeal hearing on March 12, 2021.

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the FY 2019-20 Action Plan to include $856,930 in CDBG-CV3 funds. The meeting also includes reviews of funding agreements with CHDC for first-time homebuyer assistance.

• Public hearing on amending the FY 2019-20 Action Plan to include $856,930 in CDBG-CV3 funds
• CDBG funding agreement with CHDC for first-time homebuyer assistance up to $191,970
• HOME Program funding agreement with CHDC for first-time homebuyer assistance up to $405,0

The Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission approved the FY 2019-20 Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) Annual Report and the FY 2021-22 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program funding process and criteria. The commission also established an ad hoc committee for FY 2021-22 CDBG and HOME funding allocations, with three members volunteering. In a separate January meeting, the commission approved a substantial amendment to the FY 2020-21 Action Plan and FY 2020-21 HOME Program budget amendments.

• Approved FY 2019-20 LMIHAF Annual Report (6-0)
• Approved FY 2021-22 CDBG and HOME Program funding process and criteria (6-0)
• Established Ad Hoc Committee on FY 2021-22 CDBG and HOME funding allocations
• Approved substantial amendment to FY 2020-21 Action Plan (6-0)
• Approved FY 2020-21 HOME Program budget amendments (6-0)

Beautification Commission

The commission will review staff updates regarding the Litter and Illegal Dumping Taskforce Proposal and the Adopt a Block/Street Program launch. The meeting includes a presentation from the Fire Prevention Manager and reports from ad hoc committees. A new commissioner will also be sworn in.

• Swearing in of a new commissioner
• Adopt a Block/Street Program launch and application packet overview
• Litter and Illegal Dumping Taskforce Proposal
• Keep America Beautiful Program and Anti-Litter Yard Sign Contest updates
• Beautify Vallejo Ad Hoc Committee update

City Council

The City Council will receive updates from several departments regarding their accomplishments, projects, and challenges. The Council will also consider a proposal from Urban Strategies for a goal setting session.

• Department presentations on accomplishments, projects, and challenges (Police, Fire, Planning & Development Services, Economic Development, Public Works, and Information Technology)
• Review of Urban Strategies proposal for City Council Goal Setting Session

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting via teleconference, receiving informational updates from multiple city departments. The only formal action taken was a unanimous vote to proceed with the Urban Strategies proposal for the City Council Goal Setting Session.

• Approved Urban Strategies facilitator proposal for goal-setting session (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on the Oakwood Apartments project at Sonoma Boulevard and Magazine and an appeal regarding cannabis sales at 128 Robles Way. The commission will also consider adopting the 2020 Housing Element Annual Progress Report.

• Development of 132 units for Oakwood Apartments at Sonoma Boulevard and Magazine
• Parking reduction request from 248 to 233 spaces for Oakwood Apartments
• Appeal of a minor use permit for cannabis sales at 128 Robles Way
• Adoption of the 2020 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided text contains only procedural information and instructions for public participation via teleconference. It outlines methods for viewing the meeting and submitting public comments. No specific cases or enforcement appeals were listed for consideration.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding the Draft New Zoning Code. Staff will review section-by-section changes made to the draft since January 6, 2021.

• Review of substantive changes to the Draft New Zoning Code

Housing & Community Development Commission

The special meeting of the Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for February 24, 2021, has been cancelled due to scheduling conflicts. The commission's next regular meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2021.

• Cancellation of the February 24 special meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda is limited to closed session discussions regarding existing litigation and labor negotiations with various employee organizations.

• Legal conference regarding Rogers et al. v. City of Vallejo
• Legal conference regarding Hutchins v. City of Vallejo, et al.
• Labor negotiations with VPOA, IAFF Local 1186, and IBEW Local 1245

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting via teleconference and convened into closed session to discuss existing litigation and labor negotiations. No public decisions were made during the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

• Convened into closed session to discuss litigation in Rogers et al. v. City of Vallejo and Hutchins v. City of Vallejo
• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations with police, fire, electrical workers, and management employee groups
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:45 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure and budget items. This includes a construction contract for the Sacramento Street Bridge and funding for the Homeless Navigation Center. The council will also discuss an equity study and the role of an interim police auditor.

• $8,315,710 construction contract for Sacramento Street Bridge replacement project
• $5,150,000 budget amendment for the Homeless Navigation Center project
• Acceptance of a $500,000 LEAP grant
• Review of proposal for a citywide equity study
• Scope of work and reporting structure for an interim police auditor

The Vallejo City Council approved a construction contract for the Sacramento Street Bridge replacement project, awarded to Gordon N. Ball, Inc. for $8,315,710. The council also adopted resolutions for a $5.15 million Homeless Navigation Center fund amendment, a $500,000 LEAP grant, and an amendment to the ALS first responder agreement. Additionally, the council directed staff on an equity study and approved the scope of work for an Interim Independent Police Auditor with the OIR Group.

• Approved Resolution 21-022 awarding $8,315,710 construction contract for Sacramento Street Bridge replacement to Gordon N. Ball, Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-019 amending Homeless Navigation Center Fund budget by $5,150,000 for grant funding and carryover (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-021 accepting $500,000 LEAP grant and amending Capital Grants budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-020 authorizing First Amendment to ALS First Responder agreement (unanimous)
• Directed staff to include council survey on discretionary funding and agendize equity study ad-hoc committee for March 23 meeting
• Approved scope of work for Interim Independent Police Auditor with OIR Group, reporting to City Council (unanimous)

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will review a draft letter of support for the North Bay Venue Coalition and discuss selecting an Ad-Hoc Committee to research city art loan policies. The meeting also includes updates on the Art Grant Program and the inventory of city-owned art. A presentation regarding an anti-litter yard sign contest is also scheduled.

• Review of draft letter of support for North Bay Venue Coalition
• Selection of an Ad-Hoc Committee to research and draft a city art loan policy
• Presentation on the Anti-litter Yard Sign Contest
• Update on the inventory of City-Owned Art
• Update on the Art Grant Program

The Commission approved a draft letter of support for the North Bay Venue Coalition, to be sent to local, state, and federal representatives. It also approved the meeting agenda and minutes from January 25, 2021. Other items, including an art grant update and a draft loan policy, were discussed or tabled, with no final action taken.

• Approved draft letter of support for North Bay Venue Coalition (5-0)
• Approved February 22, 2021 agenda (5-0)
• Approved January 25, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Tabled draft loan policy to next meeting

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for February 18, 2021, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 18, 2021.

City Council

The Participatory Budget Steering Committee will review updates on PB projects and Cycle 7 proposals. The committee is also tasked with developing recommendations for the City Council regarding the closure of completed projects and the reallocation of remaining funds.

• Review of completed participatory budget projects
• Recommendations for project closure and fund reallocation
• Updates on Cycle 7 proposals
• PB project updates from staff

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 20, 2020 meeting. The committee discussed the status of the program, which was paused due to COVID-19, and considered changes to Cycle 7, including a reduced funding allocation from $1,000,000 to $500,000. No final decisions were made on Cycle 7; staff will follow up with budget delegates and partners to revise proposals for future review.

• Approved meeting agenda as presented with correction to Item 6 (unanimous)
• Approved 02/20/2020 PBSC Regular Meeting Minutes (unanimous; Council Liaison Diaz abstained)

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission Ad Hoc Committee will hear presentations from four social service agencies. These presentations concern Fiscal Year 2021-22 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program funding.

• Fair Housing Advocates presentation
• House of Acts presentation
• Legal Services of Northern California presentation
• Vallejo Senior Citizens’ Council presentation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposed update to the City's Zoning Code, which includes new land use regulations and development standards. Staff recommended continuing the public hearing for this project until March 15, 2021. The update aims to modernize the code to align with General Plan 2040.

• Public hearing for New Zoning Code (continued to March 15, 2021)
• Study session on hillside regulations and building height requirements
• Upcoming review of Oakwood Apartments at Sonoma Boulevard and Magazine Street
• Appeal regarding ReLeaf Alternative, Inc. at 128 Robles Way

Sister City Commission

The regular Vallejo Sister City Commission meeting scheduled for February 15, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 19, 2021.

• Cancellation of the February 15, 2021, meeting

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for February 11, 2021, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 11, 2021.

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The commission will receive a presentation regarding the City of Vallejo's new zoning code update. Members also plan to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2021 term and establish meeting dates for the year.

• Presentation on New Zoning Code Update
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2021 term
• Establishment of 2021 meeting dates
• Discussion regarding potential commission subcommittees

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference. The only scheduled item is a closed session with legal counsel to discuss various existing litigations involving the city. No other items are slated for discussion during this session.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation

The Vallejo City Council met in a special teleconference session on February 9, 2021, and immediately convened into closed session to confer with legal counsel on a long list of existing litigation cases. No substantive public decisions were made; the only action was the closed session discussion, and the meeting adjourned without any public votes or resolutions.

• Convened into closed session for legal counsel on existing litigation (unanimous, no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:05 p.m. without public action

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The provided agenda text consists of numeric sequences and does not contain readable information, names, or identifiable meeting items. No specific decisions or discussions could be identified from the source.

City Council

The City Council will review grant agreements totaling $5,150,000 from Kaiser Permanente, NorthBay Healthcare, and Sutter Solano Medical Center to fund the Homeless Navigation Center. The agenda also includes contract amendments for recycling outreach and public safety cameras on Mare Island.

• $5,150,000 in grants for the Homeless Navigation Center
• $56,601 amendment for Flock Safety cameras on Mare Island
• R3 Consulting agreement increase to $111,500
• Appointments to various city commissions and boards

The Vallejo City Council met in a special teleconference meeting on February 9, 2021, and immediately convened into closed session to discuss existing litigation under California Government Code section 54956.9(a). No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m. without any public votes or actions.

• Convened into closed session to discuss 40+ pending lawsuits against the city
• Adjourned at 6:05 p.m. without public action

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for February 8, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 8, 2021.

Planning Commission

The Vallejo Planning Commission will hold a special meeting via teleconference. The commission will conduct a study session regarding the Draft New Zoning Code Project.

• Study session regarding the Draft New Zoning Code Project

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission will meet to review the mid-year FY 2020-21 budget and consider the FY 2021-22 budget. The agenda also includes decisions on acquiring donated items and approving room use requests. Additionally, the commission will receive a report from the Ad-Hoc Reopening Committee.

• Mid-year FY 2020-21 and FY 2021-22 budget consideration
• Acquisition of items donated to the McCune Collection
• Approval of McCune Room use requests
• Treasurer’s Report ending June 30, 2020

The McCune Collection Commission unanimously approved the Treasurer's Report ending June 30, 2020, and accepted the Mid-Year Budget for FY 2020-21 and FY 2021-22, forwarding it to city staff for inclusion in the city's budget. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes, and discussed a draft reopening plan for the McCune Room, but took no action on it. No other substantive decisions were made; most activity reports were deferred due to the pandemic shutdown.

• Approved agenda for February 4, 2021 special meeting (4-0)
• Approved minutes from December 7, 2020 regular meeting (4-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report ending June 30, 2020 (4-0)
• Accepted Mid-Year Budget FY 2020-21 and FY 2021-22, forwarded to city staff (4-0)
• Kept future agenda items except Grant Update and Fundraising Event with McCune Foundation

Housing & Community Development Commission

This notice announces the cancellation of the February 4, 2021, regular meeting for the Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission. A special meeting is planned for February 24, 2021, and the next regular meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2021.

• Cancellation of the February 4, 2021, regular meeting
• Planned special meeting on February 24, 2021
• Next regular meeting scheduled for March 4, 2021

Beautification Commission

The Vallejo Beautification Commission is scheduled to discuss the launch date for the Adopt-A-Block citywide program and a proposal for a Litter & Illegal Dumping Taskforce. The meeting also includes updates on street calming plans and various ad hoc committees.

• Adopt-A-Block (AAB) citywide program launch date
• Litter & Illegal Dumping Taskforce Proposal
• Street Calming Plan Update
• Recognition Program for Neighborhoods, Homes, and Commercial Building Ad Hoc Committee update
• Beautify Vallejo Ad Hoc Committee update

City Council

The Vallejo City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint study session regarding the Draft New Zoning Code Project. This special meeting is being conducted via teleconference.

• Study session on the Draft New Zoning Code Project

The Vallejo City Council and Planning Commission held a joint study session to review the Draft New Zoning Code Project, with staff presentations covering various parts of the code and General Plan amendments. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only, with public speakers Anne Carr and Cristal Little providing comment.

• No formal decisions made; study session only

McCune Collection Commission

The regular Vallejo McCune Collection Commission meeting scheduled for February 1, 2021, has been cancelled. A special meeting is instead scheduled for Thursday, February 4, 2021, at 4:30 p.m.

• Cancellation of the regular meeting on February 1, 2021
• Scheduling of a special meeting for February 4, 2021

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for vacancies on several local boards and commissions. These include the Beautification Commission, Code Enforcement Appeals Board, Design Review Board, and McCune Collection Commission. Final appointments are scheduled for the February 9, 2021, regular meeting.

• Interviews for Beautification Commission vacancy
• Interviews for Code Enforcement Appeals Board vacancy
• Interviews for Design Review Board vacancy
• Interviews for two McCune Collection Commission vacancies

The City Council conducted interviews for vacancies on the Beautification Commission, Code Enforcement Appeals Board, Design Review Board, and McCune Collection Commission. No appointments were made at this special meeting; they will be decided at the February 9 regular meeting. During the McCune interviews, a councilmember apologized for an applicant question, leading to a procedural dispute; the Council voted 6-1 to uphold the Mayor's ruling that further discussion of the apology was out of order.

• Interviewed applicants for McCune Collection Commission (Lei Kim Sawyer, Julie Stratton)
• Interviewed applicants for Code Enforcement Appeals Board (Lisa Ingargiola, Garrett Toles)
• Interviewed applicant for Design Review Board (Oskar Lugtu)
• Interviewed applicants for Beautification Commission (Arianna Pulido, Phillip Balbuena)
• Upheld Mayor's ruling on apology discussion decorum (6-1, Brown dissenting)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for February 1, 2021, has been canceled. A joint special meeting with City Council is scheduled for February 2, 2021, and a Zoning Code study session is set for February 8, 2021.

• Cancellation of the February 1 Planning Commission regular meeting
• Joint special meeting with City Council on February 2, 2021
• Zoning Code study session scheduled for February 8, 2021

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate regarding public access and meeting instructions. No specific cases or actions were listed for discussion or decision.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will conduct interviews for applicants seeking appointment to the Greater Vallejo Recreation District Board and the Planning Commission. Final appointments are scheduled to take place at the February 9, 2021 meeting.

• Interviews for one vacancy on the Greater Vallejo Recreation District Board
• Interviews for one vacancy on the Planning Commission

Human Relations Commission

The regular Human Relations Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 27, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 28, 2021.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a closed session to negotiate real property. The discussion involves the price and terms of payment for 302-386 Jamella Court with Community Housing Capital.

• Negotiation regarding 302-386 Jamella Court
• Discussion of price and terms of payment with Community Housing Capital

The Vallejo City Council met in special session via teleconference and immediately convened into closed session to discuss price and payment terms for the sale of 302-386 James Court with Community Housing Capital. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without public action.

• Convened into closed session to negotiate property terms (unanimous)
• Adjourned without open-session action

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority is considering a resolution to appoint one tenant commissioner to the Vallejo Homeless Navigation Center Joint Powers Authority Board. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the December 15, 2020, regular meeting.

• Appointment of one tenant commissioner to the VHNC JPA Board
• Approval of December 15, 2020, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract change order for the Water Main Capital Improvement Project, which includes pipe replacement on Southport Way. The agenda also covers funding awards for fifteen public art projects and budget amendments for CARES Act grants.

• Contract change order for Water Main Capital Improvement Project up to $2,130,234
• Funding award for 15 Public Art Program projects
• Budget amendment notice for ESG-CV2 and Solano County CARES Act grants
• Marina Fund budget amendment for $100,000 and $35,000 in grant revenues
• Pavement Management Program update

The City Council approved the consent calendar and agenda, with item 7F (Planning Commission rules) pulled for discussion and then approved unanimously. Key actions included adopting resolutions for public art funding, marina grants, a water main contract change order, and commission appointments. The council also received and filed a proposed flag display policy and directed staff to return with a draft goal-setting plan for the February 9 meeting.

• Approved minutes for January 12, 2021 meetings
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-009 N.C. funding 15 public art projects
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-010 N.C. amending Marina Fund budget for $135,000 in grants
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-011 N.C. authorizing Change Order #3 to Maggiora & Ghilotti contract, new total $2,130,234
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-012 N.C. approving revised Planning Commission Rules of Order and Procedure (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-013 N.C. approving 2021 commission appointments
• Received and filed Administrative Rule on flag display at city facilities (unanimous)
• Directed staff to return with draft goal-setting plan; confirmed March 24-25, 2021 dates

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts is reviewing an inventory of city-owned art and discussing updates to a draft Gift Policy. The commission will also receive an update regarding the Art Grant Program.

• Review of city-owned art inventory spreadsheet
• Discussion of draft Gift Policy edits
• Update on the Art Grant Program awardees
• Oath of office for new and reappointed members

The Vallejo Commission on Culture & the Arts approved edits to its Gift Policy and will forward it to the City Council for a future agenda. The commission also discussed the inventory of city-owned art and received an update on the Art Grant Program, which is on the City Council's consent calendar. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved edits to Gift Policy, forwarded to City Council (5-0)
• Approved January 25, 2021 agenda (5-0)
• Accepted November 23, 2020 minutes (4-0, Cook abstaining)

City Council

The scheduled meeting of the Vallejo Interagency Committee for January 25, 2021, has been canceled. No agenda items were provided in the notice.

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for January 21, 2021, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 18, 2021.

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will swear in new commissioners and provide program updates following the COVID-19 adjournment. The committee will also discuss Cycle 7 project proposals, vote timing, and funding allocation. Staff will share information regarding the future direction of the program.

• Oath of office for new commissioners
• Discussion of Cycle 7 project proposals
• Review of Cycle 7 funding allocation and schedule
• Program status updates following COVID-19 adjournment

Planning Commission

The January 20, 2021, meeting consists primarily of procedural items and reports. The commission will conduct an informational study session regarding the zoning code. No specific public hearings or action items are detailed in this agenda.

• Oath of office for a newly appointed commissioner
• Informational zoning code study session

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission held a mandatory briefing session regarding Request for Proposals (RFPs) for public services and affordable housing development. The session detailed the application schedule and objectives for CDBG and HOME programs for fiscal year 2021-22.

• Mandatory briefing session for FY 2021-22 RFPs
• CDBG program objective of up to $1 million
• HOME program objective of up to $500,000
• Application deadline of January 29, 2021, at 3pm

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for January 14, 2021, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 11, 2021.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference on January 12, 2021. The session is limited to closed session conferences with legal counsel regarding existing litigation and workers compensation cases. No other items are scheduled for discussion.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding Terry Poyser v. City of Vallejo
• Conference with legal counsel regarding Stanley Eng v. City of Vallejo

The Vallejo City Council met in a special teleconference meeting and convened into closed session to discuss two existing litigation cases involving workers' compensation claims (Terry Poyser v. City of Vallejo and Stanley Eng v. City of Vallejo). No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.

• Convened into closed session for Terry Poyser v. City of Vallejo (WCAB cases)
• Convened into closed session for Stanley Eng v. City of Vallejo (WCAB cases)

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will conduct elections for the 2021 President, Vice-President, and Secretary. The meeting also includes approval of recent minutes and the disbursements register. Additionally, the board will receive a monthly investment report.

• Election of 2021 Board officers
• Approval of December 8, 2020 meeting minutes
• Adoption of January 12, 2021 disbursements register
• Receipt of November 2020 monthly investment report
• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation involving River Watch

City Council

The City Council will review a $3,654,726 budget increase for the HOME Investment Partnerships Program. The council will also consider accepting over $1.6 million in grant funding for Project Roomkey activities. Other items include municipal code changes for the Water Department and updates to the city salary plan.

• $3,654,726 budget increase for the FY 2020-21 HOME Investment Partnerships Program
• Acceptance of $404,000 and $1,200,000 grants for Project Roomkey
• Ordinance amendments regarding the Water Department
• Salary plan amendment to add two Housing Specialist Supervisors
• Reaffirmation of the Public Safety Emergency Proclamation

The Vallejo City Council approved a $3,654,726 increase to the FY2020-21 HOME Investment Partnerships Program budget and reauthorized funding for ongoing projects. The council also adopted resolutions accepting $404,000 from CAP Solano and $1.2 million from Solano County CARES Act funds for Project Roomkey, and approved a salary plan amendment adding two Housing Specialist Supervisors. All consent calendar items were approved unanimously, with the HOME item pulled for discussion before passage.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1848 N.C. (2d) amending Water Department administrative sections
• Ratified payment of claims for November 1-30, 2020
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-004 N.C. amending FY2020-21 HOME Program budget by $3,654,726
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-005 N.C. accepting $404,000 from CAP Solano for Project Roomkey
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-006 N.C. accepting $1,200,000 from Solano County CARES Act for Project Roomkey
• Adopted Resolution No. 20-007 N.C. amending salary plan to add two Housing Specialist Supervisors
• Authorized City Manager to execute Contra Costa County radio programming contract amendment
• Approved updated billing rate schedule for Angelo, Kilday & Kilduff

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is considering proposed changes to several city job classification specifications. The items for action include updates to the Water Treatment Plant Operator series and the Housing Specialist class series.

• Revisions to Water Treatment Plant Operator Class Series
• Revisions to Housing Specialist Class Series
• Approval of September 14, 2020 meeting minutes

The Vallejo Civil Service Commission unanimously approved revisions to classification specifications for the Water Treatment Plant Operator series and the Housing Specialist series. Both items were approved without public comment. The meeting was held via teleconference and adjourned at 5:49 p.m.

• Approved classification specification revisions for Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee I, Trainee II, Operator, and Advanced Operator (unanimous)
• Approved classification specification revisions for Housing Specialist I, II, Senior Housing Specialist, and Housing Specialist Supervisor (unanimous)
• Approved the agenda and consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved the September 14, 2020 meeting minutes (part of consent calendar)

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding community development needs and an amendment to the FY 2020-21 Action Plan. The body will also review budget amendments for the HOME Investment Partnerships Program. Additionally, one commissioner will be selected to serve on the Vallejo Homeless Navigation Center JPA.

• Reallocation of $165,765 from housing rehabilitation loans to workforce housing acquisition
• Amendments to the FY 2020-21 HOME Investment Partnerships Program Budget
• Appointment of a Commissioner to the Vallejo Homeless Navigation Center JPA

The Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission held a virtual meeting on January 7, 2021, and approved a substantial amendment to the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Action Plan (6-0). It also approved Fiscal Year 2020-21 HOME Investment Partnerships Program budget amendments (6-0). Commissioner Beasley-Stansberry volunteered to serve on the Vallejo Homeless Navigation Center Joint Powers Authority.

• Approved substantial amendment to FY 2020-21 Action Plan (6-0)
• Approved FY 2020-21 HOME Investment Partnerships Program budget amendments (6-0)
• Beasley-Stansberry volunteered to serve on Vallejo Homeless Navigation Center JPA

Beautification Commission

This meeting of the Vallejo Beautification Commission, scheduled for January 6, 2021 at 6:00 PM, has been cancelled. No agenda items or decisions are listed for this session.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to adopt a resolution regarding the results of the November 3, 2020, General Municipal Election. The agenda also includes approving minutes from December 2020 and presentations for outgoing officials.

• Adoption of a resolution declaring the results of the November 3, 2020, General Municipal Election
• Approval of City Council minutes from December 15 and December 21, 2020
• Presentations and commendations for outgoing Mayor and Councilmember

The Vallejo City Council held a special teleconference meeting on January 5, 2021, and unanimously approved the agenda and consent calendar. The council adopted Resolution No. 21-001 N.C., certifying the results of the November 3, 2020 General Municipal Election. The meeting also included presentations and commendations to outgoing Mayor Sampayan and Vice Mayor Sunga, who were honored for their service.

• Approved the agenda and consent calendar unanimously (Brown absent)
• Approved minutes from Dec. 15, 2020 regular and Dec. 21, 2020 special meetings
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-001 N.C. declaring results of Nov. 3, 2020 election

City Council

The City Council will administer oaths of office to newly elected Mayor and Councilmembers. The body is also scheduled to vote on a resolution to elect a Vice Mayor for the 2021-2022 term. Additionally, the agenda includes approving various appointments to city commissions, boards, and committees for 2021.

• Administration of oath of office to newly elected Mayor and Councilmembers
• Selection of a Vice Mayor for January 5, 2021, through January 11, 2022
• Council appointments to various commissions, boards, and committees for 2021

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for January 4, 2021, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 20, 2021.

• Cancellation of the January 4, 2021, regular meeting