Vallejo public meetings in 2022

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Commission on Culture and the Arts scheduled for December 26, 2022, has been cancelled.

• Cancellation of the regular meeting scheduled for December 26, 2022

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will review progress on Cycle 4 and Cycle 5 street and pothole repair projects. The committee will also discuss the proposal development phase and potential requirements for a project participant survey. Additionally, an oath of office will be administered to a newly appointed commissioner.

• Oath of office for a newly appointed commissioner
• Update on Cycle 4 Street & Pothole Repair projects
• Update on Cycle 5 Prioritizing Street & Pothole Repair projects
• Discussion regarding project participant survey requirements and format

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting for closed-session discussions. These include legal conferences regarding existing litigation and negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC for real property price and payment terms.

• Litigation: Informed California Foundation, Inc. v. City of Vallejo
• Real property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC
• Negotiation of price and payment terms for specific APNS parcels

The City Council convened for a special meeting consisting entirely of a closed session. No public decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The Vallejo Public Financing Authority will consider a resolution to amend lease agreement exhibits. The proposal involves substituting real property at 400 Mare Island Way as collateral for a loan with Union Bank, N.A. related to the Blue Rock Golf Course property.

• Resolution to amend Master Site Lease and Master Lease Agreement exhibits
• Substitution of 400 Mare Island Way as collateral for a Union Bank, N.A. loan
• Blue Rock Golf Course property at 655 Columbus Parkway

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority will consider approving the Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund Annual Report for fiscal year 2021-22. The meeting also includes establishing a regular meeting schedule for 2023 and 2024. No items are listed on the action calendar.

• Approval of June 28, 2022, meeting minutes
• Adoption of a resolution for 2023 and 2024 regular meeting dates
• Approval of the Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund Annual Report for FY 2021-22

The Vallejo Housing Authority approved the annual report for the Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund for Fiscal Year 2021-22. The board also established the meeting schedule for 2023 and 2024 and approved previous meeting minutes.

• Approved minutes for the June 28, 2022 regular meeting
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-005 establishing regular meeting dates for 2023 and 2024
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-006 approving the Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund Annual Report for FY 2021-22

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is reviewing several items, including a no-cost beta test for gunshot detection technology. The agenda also includes a $2,070,056 contract for landscape improvements and budget amendments for federal grants.

• No-cost beta test of Flock Safety gunshot detection technology
• $2,070,056 construction contract for Hiddenbrooke Parkway landscape improvements
• Purchase of a Type I Fire Truck ($875,000) and Type VI Brush Truck ($250,000) using ARPA funds
• $288,000 architectural design agreement for the Homeless Navigation Center Project
• $1,315,850 increase to the Community Development Block Grant budget

The City Council adopted an ordinance establishing Title 18 of the Municipal Code for police oversight. Other key actions included approving a $2.07M landscape project and authorizing a beta test for gunshot detection technology.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1878 N.C. (2d) enacting Police Oversight and Accountability (Noes: Arriola)
• Approved $2,070,056 construction contract with McGuire and Hester for Hiddenbrooke Entry Parkway landscape improvements (Unanimous)
• Approved beta test of 80-100 Flock auditory gunshot detection devices (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-222 N.C. approving Measure P spending priorities, including youth programs (Noes: Arriola, Loera-Diaz)
• Authorized purchase of Type I Fire Truck ($875,000) and Type VI Brush Truck ($250,000) using ARPA funds (Unanimous)
• Approved $288,000 agreement with Gutierrez/Associates Architects for Homeless Navigation Center design (Unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1877 N.C. (2d) and Resolution No. 22-211 N.C. regarding Mayor and Council compensation (Unanimous)
• Declared city-owned property at 285 Mare Island Way as surplus and exempt (Unanimous)

Sister City Commission

The commission will discuss ways to involve youth in activities with the Youth Coordinator. Members will also develop a work plan for the remainder of the year, covering topics such as gift policies and budget planning. The meeting includes updates on Ensenada and various committee reports.

• Establishing emeritus status for Sister or Friendship Cities
• Introduction of Youth Coordinator Victoria Grace regarding youth involvement
• Development of a work plan including gift policies and budget planning
• Review of the 2023 calendar for commission events
• Approval of October 17, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for December 19, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 4, 2023.

• Cancellation of the December 19, 2022, regular meeting

City Council

This notice announces that the special Vallejo City Council meeting originally scheduled for December 12, 2022, has been continued to December 15, 2022. The document contains only procedural information regarding the adjournment of the previous meeting.

• Continuation of the December 12, 2022, special meeting

The City Council introduced an ordinance to enact Title 18 of the Vallejo Municipal Code regarding Police Oversight and Accountability. The ordinance includes specific membership requirements for the Police Oversight Board and is scheduled for adoption consideration on December 20, 2022.

• Introduced ordinance to enact Title 18 (Police Oversight and Accountability) as revised (Noes: Arriola)

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for December 15, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 19, 2023.

• No items scheduled due to cancellation

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission will consider creating a new ad hoc committee to support business attraction and retention activities through 2024. The meeting includes presentations on the "Buy Local Vallejo 2023" initiative and updates regarding business retention interviews. Additionally, staff will provide reports on department vacancies and the new economic development website.

• Establishment of the Business Attraction and Retention Ad hoc Committee for a two-year period
• Presentation on Buy Local Vallejo 2023
• Update on Business Retention Interviews: Old and New
• Report on the status of EVC vacancy
• Update on the new Economic Development Department website

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct closed session negotiations. The agenda includes labor discussions with the Vallejo Police Officers Association and real property negotiations regarding lease terms and prices for various parcels.

• Labor negotiations with Vallejo Police Officers Association
• Lease price and terms for 285 Mare Island Way
• Price and terms for APNS: 0081-040-100, 0081-040-110, 0081-040-620, 0081-040-790, 0081-040-880, 0081-191-010, 0081-630-030, 0181-190-010, 0181-190-070, and 0182-040-080
• Price and terms for APNS: 0055-010-370, 0055-010-380, 0055-010-390, and 0055-010-400

The City Council held a special meeting primarily in closed session to discuss labor and property negotiations. The Council provided direction to staff regarding real property negotiations for items 3C and 3D.

• Provided direction to real property negotiators regarding items 3C and 3D

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will consider a construction contract award for the Mare Island Pump Station project and an amendment to professional services with HDR Engineering, Inc. The agenda also includes an amendment to the Non-Domestic Sewer Use Ordinance and a personnel hiring request.

• Awarding $40,602,000 construction contract for Mare Island Pump Station project to Myers & Sons Construction, LLC
• Amending Agreement #2105 with HDR Engineering, Inc. for an additional $709,878
• Amending Ordinance No. 2009-68 (Non-Domestic Sewer Use Ordinance)
• Authorizing the waiver of the CalPERS waiting period to hire Jennifer Kaiser
• Recognizing Associate Engineer Gustavo Silva upon his retirement

City Council

The Vallejo City Council, acting as the governing board for the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, will hold a special meeting. The session includes consideration of a resolution to approve the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024.

• Approval of the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 23-24) for July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will discuss the allocation of ARPA funds and a new lease for property on Mare Island Way. The agenda also includes establishing new engineering division fees and reviewing compensation for the Mayor and Council.

• Lease with Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation for 285 Mare Island Way
• Workers' compensation contract with LWP Claims Solutions, Inc. up to $760,319
• New Public Works Engineering Division fees and charges
• Historic Property Preservation Agreements for properties on Alameda, Capitol, and Georgia Streets
• Ordinance amending Mayor and Council compensation

The City Council approved a 35-year lease for property at 285 Mare Island Way and established new Public Works Engineering Division fees. The Council also introduced an ordinance to change Mayor and Council compensation and provided notice to amend the FY 2022-23 budget for ARPA funds.

• Approved 35-year lease with Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation for 285 Mare Island Way (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-205 N.C. establishing new Public Works Engineering Division fees effective Jan 1, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance amending Chapter 2.52 of Municipal Code regarding Mayor and Council compensation (Unanimous)
• Approved notice to amend FY 2022-23 budget for ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (4-3)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-203 N.C. for workers compensation claims administration with LWP Claims Solutions, Inc. up to $760,319
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-196 N.C. for Trimble Inc. water pressure monitoring contract
• Approved Fourth Amendment to legislative affairs agreement with Akin Gump Straus Hauer & Feld through Dec 31, 2023
• Scheduled Feb 7, 2023 study session on homelessness and contributing problems

Civil Service Commission

The Vallejo Civil Service Commission will meet to review proposals for a new Facilities Maintenance Supervisor position. The commission will also consider specification revisions for several existing roles, including the Public Works Director and City Clerk.

• Approval of title and specifications for new Facilities Maintenance Supervisor position
• Revision of classification specifications for Planning and Development Services Director
• Revision of classification specifications for Public Works Director
• Revision of classification specifications for City Clerk
• Revision of classification specifications for Deputy Police Chief

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a workshop regarding the draft of Title 18 of the Vallejo Municipal Code. This item focuses on police accountability and oversight. The council will also consider introducing an ordinance to enact this new title.

• Workshop on draft New Title 18 - Police Accountability
• Introduction of ordinance enacting Title 18 - Police Oversight and Accountability

The City Council conducted a workshop to review the draft Title 18 of the Vallejo Municipal Code regarding police accountability. No formal action was taken on the ordinance during this meeting.

• Held workshop on draft Title 18 Police Accountability ordinance
• Tabled introduction of Police Oversight and Accountability ordinance to December 15, 2022

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for December 8, 2022, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 12, 2023.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on December 6, 2022. The agenda is limited to a closed session conference with legal counsel regarding the case Kenneth Castellano v. City of Vallejo.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding Kenneth Castellano v. City of Vallejo

The City Council convened a special meeting that consisted entirely of a closed session. No public decisions or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a workshop regarding the draft of a new Title 18 for the Vallejo Municipal Code. This session focuses on police accountability. The council aims to receive public input and provide direction to staff.

• Workshop on draft new Title 18 of the Vallejo Municipal Code - Police Accountability

The City Council conducted a workshop to receive public input and provide staff direction on a draft new Title 18 of the Vallejo Municipal Code regarding police accountability. Councilmembers requested multiple revisions to the draft. The item will return for another workshop and possible ordinance introduction on December 12.

• Provided direction to staff for revisions to draft Title 18 (Police Accountability)
• Gave direction to staff regarding settlement of Kenneth Castellano v. City of Vallejo

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission will conduct elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer positions for the 2023 calendar year. The agenda also includes a proposal to form a Budget Ad-Hoc Committee and an amendment to the 2022-23 budget.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer for 2023
• Amendment to change 'Printing' to 'Publicity' in the 2022-23 budget
• Formation of a Budget Ad-Hoc Committee for fiscal year reviews
• Approval of donated items for the McCune Collection

The meeting was cancelled due to a lack of a quorum. No substantive decisions were made and no minutes were taken.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a presentation regarding the Parking and Transportation Demand Management (PTDM) Plan and an In-lieu Fee Program. These programs relate to funding city infrastructure projects to reduce vehicle miles traveled and improve multimodal accessibility. The commission will also discuss future agenda items including zoning code updates and new state housing laws.

• Presentation of Parking and Transportation Demand Management (PTDM) Plan and In-lieu Fee Program
• Discussion of Phase 2 Zoning Code Updates
• Discussion of Housing, Safety and Environmental Justice Elements
• Overview of new State housing laws

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission will consider the FY 2021-22 Low and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund Annual Report for acceptance. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding housing and community development needs.

• FY 2021-22 Low and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) Annual Report
• Public hearing on housing and community development needs

The Commission approved the FY 2021-22 Low and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund Annual Report. It also recommended that the City Council approve the funding process and criteria for the FY 2023-24 CDBG and HOME programs.

• Approved FY 2021-22 Low and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) Annual Report (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of FY 2023-24 CDBG and HOME Program funding process and criteria (5-0)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for November 21, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for December 5, 2022.

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will discuss which members will represent the board at an upcoming City Council meeting regarding a gin shot detection item. Additionally, the Vallejo Police Department is scheduled to present on new technologies, policies, and proposed surveillance items.

• Discussion of board representation for City Council gin shot detection item
• Presentation from Vallejo Police Department on new technologies and policies
• Presentation on proposed police surveillance items, data, and analysis
• Future discussion regarding Flock data sharing practices and policies

The Surveillance Advisory Board appointed members to present a collective statement to the City Council opposing the use of Flock gunshot detection beta technology. The board also received a presentation from the Vallejo Police Department regarding its surveillance technology matrix.

• Approved September 15, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous, 1 absent)
• Approved selecting two board members to attend City Council meeting regarding gunshot detection (4-2)
• Selected Adam Bergenzar and Andrea Sorce to present to City Council, with Philip Balbuena as an alternative (Unanimous, 1 absent)
• Approved crafting a collective statement to be read at the City Council meeting (Unanimous, 1 absent)
• Approved adding Key Cell site simulator to future agenda items (Unanimous, 1 absent)

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior changes to an institutional building at 251 Moore Street. The proposal includes installing four new stairs and replacing six aluminum slider windows. Members will also discuss establishing commission goals for 2023.

• Public hearing for exterior alterations at 251 Moore Street (COA21-0001)
• Installation of four new stairs with concrete treads and metal railings
• Replacement of six aluminum slider windows to match original openings
• Discussion regarding AHLC goals for 2023

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will consider recommendations from the ARPA Ad-Hoc Committee regarding nonprofit grant recipients. The body will also discuss and establish a work plan and goals for fiscal year 2023.

• Recommendations for ARPA Nonprofit Arts/Culture Grant Program recipients
• Establishment of FY 2023 goals and work plan
• Approval of October 24, 2022 meeting minutes

The Commission approved grant recommendations for 11 qualified applicants using American Rescue Plan Act funding, which will be forwarded to City Council for final approval. The body also unanimously adopted its goals and work plan for FY 2023.

• Approved $8,773 grant for 7 Generations Intertribal Council (7-0)
• Approved $6,273 grant for Miral Theatre Guild (6-0-1)
• Approved $8,733 grant for Solano AIDS Coalition (7-0)
• Approved $8,773 grant for Vallejo Center for the Arts (7-0)
• Approved $8,773 grant for Vallejo Project (VASA Educational Services) (7-0)
• Approved $8,773 grant for Vallejo Teaching Artists, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $8,773 grant for Filipino Community of Solano (6-0-1)
• Approved $8,773 grant for On the Fringe Visual & Performing Arts (7-0)

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will elect a new chair and two executive committee members. The meeting includes discussions regarding the Cycle 8 proposal development phase and the withdrawal of the Reentry for Offenders project.

• Election of PBSC Chair and Executive Committee
• Oath of office for a newly appointed commissioner
• Discussion of Cycle 8 Proposal Development phase timeline
• Withdrawal of the Reentry for Offenders project from Cycle 7 implementation

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct closed session discussions. These sessions include labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association and negotiations regarding the price and terms of payment for several real properties.

• Labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association (VPOA)
• Real property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC involving multiple APNS parcels
• Real property negotiations with Callahan Property Company involving multiple APNS parcels

The City Council convened a special meeting consisting entirely of closed session conferences. No public decisions were recorded in the minutes.

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will review infrastructure and regulatory challenges for the district's treatment plant and stormwater system. The meeting also includes a proposal to increase budget authority for the 2022 Sewer Rehabilitation Project. Additionally, the Board will consider a lease agreement with New Inspiration Broadcasting Company, Inc.

• Increase budget authority for the 2022 Sewer Rehabilitation Project to $1,401,567
• Presentation on infrastructure and regulatory challenges for the treatment plant and stormwater system
• Lease and Right of Entry Agreement with New Inspiration Broadcasting Company, Inc.
• Resolution recognizing Eileen White upon her retirement after 32 years of service

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding drinking water quality and updated building standards. The agenda also includes contract approvals for tree pruning services and GIS software. Additionally, officials will consider budget amendments for Project HOME and grant applications for Mare Island.

• Tree pruning and removal contracts up to $712,500 each
• Public hearing on 2022 Drinking Water Public Health Goals Report
• Adoption of 2022 Building Standards Code
• $999,611 budget amendment for Project HOME
• $240,000 multi-year agreement for ESRI GIS software

The City Council adopted the 2022 Building Standards Code and the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code. The council also approved several service contracts for tree pruning, GIS licensing, and infrastructure assessment at Mare Island.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1867 N.C. (2d) for 2022 Building Standards and 2021 International Property Maintenance Codes (unanimous)
• Approved on-call tree pruning contracts with EZ Tree, Inc., West Coast Arborists, Inc., and The Professional Tree Care Company for up to $712,500 each (Resolution No. 22-190 N.C.)
• Authorized $240,000 multi-year GIS license agreement with ESRI (Resolution No. 22-192 N.C.)
• Approved consultant agreement with West Yost & Associates, Inc. for Mare Island Infrastructure Assessment (Resolution No. 22-194 N.C.)
• Appropriated $999,611 for Project HOME homeless outreach (Resolution No. 22-191 N.C.)
• Authorized Mayor to sign support letter for ARPA funding for Navigation Center and Broadway projects (unanimous)
• Ratified $1,059,494.80 in Project Roomkey expenditures and accepted $1,307,457 in grants
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-193 N.C. regarding the 2022 Drinking Water Public Health Goals Report (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to consider personnel actions. Proposed items include approving a new Economic Development Director position and revising specifications for the HR Program Manager.

• Approval of title and specifications for new Economic Development Director position
• Revision of HR Program Manager specifications
• Approval of June 13, 2022 meeting minutes

The Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the title and specifications for a new non-classified Economic Development Director position. The commission also approved specification revisions for the HR Program Manager role.

• Approved title and specifications of new non-classified Economic Development Director position (Unanimous)
• Approved specification revisions of HR Program Manager (Unanimous)
• Approved regular meeting minutes from June 13, 2022 (Unanimous)
• Approved all items on the Agenda and Consent Calendar (Unanimous)

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for November 10, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 8, 2022.

City Council

The 2x2 Committee, composed of Vallejo City Council and VCUSD Board members, is meeting to discuss several topics. Discussion items include school safety, the VCUSD Strategic Plan, and the Farragut Property Sale. No action items are scheduled for this meeting.

• School safety, security staffing, and resource options
• VCUSD Strategic Plan
• Farragut Property Sale
• Vallejo Early Learning Center and CARE Clinic
• INSPIRE Program and youth initiatives

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for November 7, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for November 21, 2022.

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates on marina improvements, security, and Wi-Fi. The meeting also includes an oath of office for Christine Watson. There are no items listed on the action calendar for decision.

• Oath of Office – Christine Watson
• Report on Marina Improvements and Projects
• Report on Marina Security and Incidents
• Report on Marina occupancy, insurance, and registration
• Update on Wi-Fi at the Marina

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will consider proposed amendments to the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Budget. These amendments involve closing out completed activities and reallocating funds for other activities. The Commission will recommend these changes to the City Council for approval.

• Oath of office for Amelia Shoulders
• Approval of September 8, 2022, special meeting minutes
• FY 2022-23 CDBG Program Budget Amendments

The Commission adopted a resolution recommending that the City Council approve a Substantial Amendment to the FY 2021-22 Annual Action Plan regarding the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. The body also approved the FY 2022-23 CDBG Program Budget amendments and swore in a new member.

• Adopted resolution recommending City Council approval of HOME-ARP Allocation Plan amendment (6-0)
• Approved FY 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Budget amendments (6-0)
• Approved September 8, 2022 special meeting minutes (6-0)
• Sworn in Amelia Shoulders to the Commission

Beautification Commission

The commission will discuss the preparation of its 2023-24 work plan and the RASKELS Program. The meeting also includes a Business Recognition Program update and an oath of office for Sara Wright.

• Preparation of the 2023-24 Work Plan
• Discussion of the RASKELS Program
• Business Recognition Program update
• Oath of office for Sara Wright
• PG&E landscape update request for Sonoma & Curtola Pkwy

The commission approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes. Members reviewed a work plan template and received an introduction to the RASKELS volunteer program.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on November 1, 2022. The agenda is limited to a closed session with legal counsel concerning one case of anticipated litigation.

• Closed session regarding one case of anticipated litigation

The City Council convened a special meeting that consisted primarily of a closed session. No substantive public decisions were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal for a broadband services agreement with Smart Fiber Networks, Inc. not to exceed $300,000. Members will also consider authorizing the purchase of real property at 1937 Broadway Street. Additionally, staff will present strategies regarding abandoned vehicles and trash removal.

• Broadband services contract with Smart Fiber Networks, Inc. up to $300,000
• Purchase of real property at 1937 Broadway Street
• $150,000 budget amendment for Office of Traffic Safety Fund#146
• Report on abandoned vehicles and trash removal strategies

The City Council authorized a contract for citywide broadband services and approved the purchase of property at 1937 Broadway Street. The Council also amended the Office of Traffic Safety budget and provided direction on strategies to address illegal dumping and abandoned vehicles.

• Approved contract with Smart Fiber Networks, Inc. not to exceed $300,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of real property at 1937 Broadway Street (Unanimous, Brown abstained)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-186 N.C. to recognize $150,000 in revenue for Office of Traffic Safety Fund#146 (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to pursue Rotating Proactive Cleanup Program and expanded towing authority
• Waived full reading of ordinances (Unanimous)

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will hear a presentation on the state of homelessness in Vallejo by Dionne Carter of Vallejo Together. The commission will also consider a request to schedule a discussion regarding inclusive and accessible parks for January 26, 2023.

• Presentation on the current state of homelessness in Vallejo
• Request to discuss inclusive and accessible playgrounds/parks at the January 26, 2023 meeting
• Approval of July 26, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on October 25, 2022. The agenda is limited to procedural items and closed sessions with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.

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

The City Council convened for a special meeting consisting of a closed session. No public decisions or votes were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will review several budget amendments involving grants for environmental remediation, housing, and traffic enforcement. The agenda also includes reviewing a use permit for V-Town Farms and making appointments to various city commissions.

• Appropriation of $1,290,420.81 in Navy grant funds for the Mare Island Environmental Remediation Project
• Acceptance of a $999,611 Proposition 47 award and related budget amendment
• Approval of use permit amendments for V-Town Farms at 5184 Sonoma Boulevard
• Application for $864,418 in housing funds for the Homeless Navigation Center Project
• Amendment to a human resources consulting agreement with CPS HR Consulting for an additional $55,000

The City Council approved several budget amendments and grant acceptances for environmental remediation, police, and housing. The Council also overturned a Planning Commission denial to approve use permit amendments for V-Town Farms. Additionally, new appointments were made to several city commissions and boards.

• Approved $1,290,420.81 in Navy grant funds for Mare Island Environmental Remediation Project
• Approved $999,611 in Proposition 47 funding for the police department
• Overturned Planning Commission denial and approved use permit amendments for V-Town Farms at 5184 Sonoma Boulevard
• Approved $864,418 in PLHA funding for the Homeless Navigation Center Project
• Approved $150,000 STEP grant for traffic enforcement
• Approved $150,000 grant for abandoned vessel exchange via the Marina Fund
• Increased CPS HR Consulting agreement compensation by $55,000
• Appointed members to Beautification, Design Review, Housing & Community Development, and PBSC

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will review a draft letter to move the Public Art Policy forward to City Council. Members will also review an inquiry regarding the disappearance of public art pieces previously stored in Building 535. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on Mare Island art projects and ARPA grant funding for nonprofits.

• Reviewing draft letter to move Public Art Policy forward to City Council
• Reviewing inquiry into missing public art pieces from Building 535
• Update on art projects at Mare Island
• Information regarding the Graffiti Abatement Street Mural Project
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding

The Commission on Culture & the Arts voted unanimously to partner with the Beautification Commission on a Graffiti Abatement Street Mural Program for a bridge between Farragut and Sacramento Streets. The commission also approved forwarding letters to the City Council regarding a public art gift and loan policy and missing art in storage. No decisions were made on long-term arts funding or ARPA grants, which were discussed only as information items.

• Approved partnership with Beautification Commission on Graffiti Abatement Street Mural Program (5-0)
• Approved forwarding letter to City Council on public art gift and loan policy (5-0)
• Approved forwarding letter to City Council and staff regarding missing art in storage (5-0)
• Approved October 24, 2022 agenda (5-0)
• Approved September 29, 2022 special meeting minutes with correction (5-0)

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission is meeting to conduct public hearings. The commission will consider Mills Act contracts for 803 Capital Street, 705 Georgia Street, and 828 Georgia Street.

• Mills Act Contract #22-0002 (803 Capital Street)
• Mills Act Contract #22-0003 (705 Georgia Street)
• Mills Act Contract #22-0004 (828 Georgia Street)

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will review implementation updates for Cycle 7 projects. Presenters from First Place for Youth, Meals on Wheels of Solano County, and Fighting Back Partnership will provide reports. Staff will also present a summary of the concluded Cycle 8 Idea Collection phase.

• Implementation updates for Cycle 7 projects
• Summary of the Cycle 8 Idea Collection phase
• PBSC staffing update
• Review of PBSC member attendance logs
• Approval of September 21, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for several board and commission vacancies. This includes positions for the Beautification Commission, Design Review Board, and Housing & Community Development Commission. The council will also consider applicants for the Soltrans Public Advisory Committee and the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee.

• Interviews for Beautification Commission (1 vacancy)
• Interviews for Design Review Board (1 vacancy)
• Interviews for Housing & Community Development Commission (1 vacancy)
• Interviews for Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee (3 members, 3 alternates)
• Interviews for Soltrans Public Advisory Committee (2 vacancies)

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting to interview candidates for vacancies on the Beautification Commission, Design Review Board, Housing & Community Development Commission, Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee, and SolTrans Public Advisory Committee. No appointments were made during the meeting; the interviews were conducted for future consideration.

• Interviewed Kiesha Douglas and Sara Wright for Beautification Commission vacancy
• Interviewed Loretta Gaddies for Design Review Board vacancy
• Interviewed Amelia Shoulders and Brad Beltane for Housing & Community Development Commission vacancy
• Interviewed Andrew Houston, Loretta Gaddies, Paul Kirsh, and Cynthia Allen for Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee vacancies

City Council

The regular meeting for the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan, and Retirement Health Savings Program Committee scheduled for October 17, 2022, has been cancelled. The date for the next regular meeting is to be determined.

• Cancellation of the October 17, 2022, committee meeting

Sister City Commission

The Commission will discuss the establishment of a Sister City youth group and scheduling a ceremony to rededicate the clock from Akashi. The meeting also includes Brown Act training and updates regarding Ensenada and the Japanese garden.

• Discussion on establishing a Sister City youth group
• Scheduling a ceremony to rededicate the clock from Akashi
• Brown Act training by City Attorney Randy Risner and City Clerk Dawn Abrahamson
• Approval of June 22, 2022, Special Meeting minutes
• Updates on Ensenada contacts and the Japanese garden

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for October 17, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for November 7, 2022.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will conduct a study session regarding the Northern Waterfront – Mariner’s Cove Project. The meeting also includes elections for the positions of Chair and Vice Chair. No action is required for the Mariner's Cove project during this session.

• Study session: Northern Waterfront – Mariner’s Cove Project
• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Approval of April 14, 2022 minutes

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Development Commission will review the City of Vallejo’s Economic Development Strategic Plan. The meeting includes the introduction of new Economic Development Director Michael Nimon and discussions regarding restructuring subcommittees. Commissioners will also receive updates on the BREA Survey.

• Presentation on the Economic Development Strategic Plan
• Introduction of new Economic Development Director, Michael Nimon
• Potential dissolution or formation of subcommittees
• Update and direction on the BREA Survey
• Swearing in of Commissioner Monroe Jr. and Councilmember Dew

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct closed sessions. These sessions include discussions on existing and anticipated litigation, as well as negotiations regarding price and payment terms for certain Mare Island properties.

• Negotiations with The Nimitz Group LLC regarding price and payment terms for City-owned/Leased Mare Island Property
• Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: Safeway Inc. v. City of Vallejo
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case involving significant exposure to litigation

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting on October 11, 2022, convening into closed session to discuss three litigation matters and one real property negotiation. No votes or decisions were taken in open session.

• No open-session decisions were made; the meeting was solely for closed session discussions.
• Discussed pending litigation: Safeway Inc. v. City of Vallejo (Solano County Superior Court Case No. FCS055595)
• Discussed anticipated litigation: 1 case under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)
• Discussed anticipated litigation: 1 case under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
• Discussed real property negotiations for city-owned/leased Mare Island parcels (APNs 0066-020-130, 0066-020-140, portions of 0066-020-110 and 0066-020-150) with The Nimitz Group LLC

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District Board of Trustees will review a notification regarding a diesel fuel spill from September 7, 2022. The meeting includes a presentation on potential regulatory changes affecting the district's treatment plant and stormwater system over the next ten years. Additionally, the Board will consider a reimbursement agreement with Nimitz Group, LLC.

• Resolution recognizing Eileen White for 32 years of service
• Sewer and storm drain reimbursement agreement with Nimitz Group, LLC
• Notification regarding a diesel fuel spill on September 7, 2022
• Revisions to the District’s Conflict of Interest Code
• Presentation on regulatory changes impacting treatment and stormwater systems

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several budget amendments and grant agreements. This includes allocating funds for the Mare Island Environmental Remediation Project and a violence prevention grant. The Council will also consider a settlement with Safeway Inc. regarding the Fairview Costco project.

• Settlement with Safeway Inc. regarding the EIR for the Fairview Costco project
• Appropriation of $1,290,420.81 in Navy grant funds for Mare Island remediation
• Budget amendment for a $1,541,292 California Violence Intervention and Prevention Grant
• Notice of intent to amend the CDBG Program Budget by $1,049,156.00
• Amendment to water treatment chemical supply agreement with Messer, LLC up to $477,000.00

The council unanimously approved a consent calendar that included settling a lawsuit from Safeway challenging the environmental impact report for the Fairview Costco project. It also adopted resolutions to accept a $1.5 million state violence prevention grant and a $1.29 million Navy grant for Mare Island environmental cleanup, and amended several other budgets. No items were discussed separately on the action or information calendars.

• Approved settlement agreement with Safeway Inc. to resolve Writ of Mandate challenging Costco EIR (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-173 N.C. amending budget for $1,541,292 California Violence Intervention and Prevention Grant
• Approved notice of intent to amend Mare Island Conversion Fund budget to appropriate $1,290,420.81 Navy grant for environmental remediation
• Adopted Resolution 22-174 N.C. authorizing grant agreement with California Department of Boating and Waterways for abandoned boat project
• Adopted Resolution 22-175 N.C. amending water treatment chemical supply agreement with Messer, LLC (not-to-exceed $477,000)
• Received and filed notice of intent to amend CDBG budget by $1,049,156
• Received and filed notice of intent to amend HOME Program budget by $730,390
• Approved minutes of September 20 and September 27, 2022 meetings

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for October 10, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 14, 2022.

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for October 6, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 3, 2022.

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission is meeting to discuss and establish goals and a work plan for the commission. The agenda also includes approval of the current agenda and notice of the next meeting on December 5, 2022.

• Discussion and establishment of goals and a work plan for the McCune Collection Commission
• Approval of the meeting agenda

The McCune Collection Commission held a special meeting focused on goal setting and work planning. Members discussed several initiatives including finalizing a Policy Book for City Council review, clarifying use of the McCune Room, establishing a regular presence in the city's weekly newsletter, updating the collection's equipment display, and improving docent scheduling. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved agenda unanimously (5-0)
• Discussed Policy Book for City Council review
• Discussed clarifying use of the McCune Room
• Discussed regular presence in Vallejo Weekly
• Discussed updating equipment display and docent scheduling

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for October 3, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for October 17, 2022.

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will review updates regarding arts grants, policies, and ARPA funding. The meeting also includes discussions regarding missing public art from city storage and a pause in artist highlights within the Vallejo Weekly.

• Inquiry into missing public art pieces from Mare Island storage
• Request for staff to resume highlighting artists/artwork in the Vallejo Weekly
• Update on Public Art Loan and Gift Policy
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding
• Update on the Art Grant Program

The Commission on Culture & the Arts approved two ad-hoc committees: one to draft a letter to City Council urging action on a public art policy, and another to address missing art pieces. No substantive decisions were made on grant funding or long-term arts policy, which were continued or informational only.

• Approved ad-hoc committee to draft letter to City Council on public art policy (6-0)
• Approved ad-hoc committee to address missing art pieces in storage (6-0)
• Approved September 29, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Accepted July 25, 2022 minutes (6-0)

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will receive updates regarding marina improvements, security incidents, and occupancy. The meeting also includes reports on marina Wi-Fi and security services. No items are scheduled for action during this session.

• Report on Marina Improvements and Projects
• Report on Marina Security and Incidents
• Report on Marina occupancy, insurance, and registration
• Update on Wi-Fi at the Marina
• Update on Security Services

City Council

The Vallejo City Council scheduled a special meeting for September 27, 2022. The agenda is limited to closed sessions with legal counsel concerning two cases of anticipated litigation. No other items are scheduled for discussion at this session.

• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel regarding one case of significant exposure to litigation

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting on September 27, 2022, that consisted entirely of closed session discussions. No public decisions, votes, or actions were taken during the open portion of the meeting.

• No public decisions made; meeting was entirely closed session

City Council

The City Council will review results from a feasibility study regarding potential new police headquarters locations. The agenda also includes several proposals for the approval of grants and budget amendments related to public safety and infrastructure.

• Acceptance of $1,541,292 California Violence Intervention and Prevention Grant
• $900,000 appropriation for Mobile Mental Health Response Unit Pilot Program
• Review of police headquarters feasibility analysis for JFK and 400 Mare Island Way buildings
• Contract amendment for Team Ghilotti, Inc. to increase annual pavement repair funding to $920,000
• Authorization of up to $400,000 in contributions to Solano Transportation Authority

The City Council directed staff to pursue relocating the police headquarters to the JFK Library building and relocating the library to 400 Mare Island Way, removing 400 Mare Island Way as a police HQ option. The council also requested financial analysis for a special assessment district for the JFK Library and 111 Amador Street, and immediate relocation of police dispatchers. All consent calendar items were approved, including resolutions for grants, contracts, and budget amendments.

• Directed new police HQ to JFK Library, library to 400 Mare Island Way (consensus)
• Removed 400 Mare Island Way as police HQ option (consensus)
• Requested financial analysis for special assessment district for JFK Library and 111 Amador (consensus)
• Requested immediate relocation of police dispatchers to JFK Library or 111 Amador (consensus)
• Adopted Resolution 22-161 for $142,374 Justice Assistance Grant budget amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-162 accepting $1,541,292 California Violence Intervention and Prevention Grant (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-163 approving IBEW MOU (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-172 appropriating $900,000 for Mobile Mental Health Response Unit (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for public participation. No specific cases or actions are scheduled for consideration at this meeting.

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will receive a status update on the Cycle 8 Idea Collection phase. The meeting also includes an oath of office for a new member and a review of committee roles and responsibilities.

• Oath of office for a newly appointed committee member
• Status update on Cycle 8 Idea Collection
• Review of PBSC roles and responsibilities
• Approval of July 20, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct closed sessions with legal counsel. These sessions are limited to discussing two ongoing litigation cases involving the city.

• Closed session regarding Burrell v. City of Vallejo (Case No. 2:19-cv-01898-WBS-KJN)
• Closed session regarding Evans v. City of Vallejo, et al. (Case No. 2:17-cv-1619-TLN-AC)

The Vallejo City Council convened a special meeting and immediately went into closed session to discuss two existing lawsuits: Burrell v. City of Vallejo and Evans v. City of Vallejo, et al. No votes or decisions were taken in open session; the meeting was purely procedural.

• Council convened in closed session to discuss Burrell v. City of Vallejo (Case No. 2:19-cv-01898-WBS-KJN)
• Council convened in closed session to discuss Evans v. City of Vallejo, et al. (Case No. 2:17-cv-1619-TLN-AC)

City Council

The City Council will review responses to two Solano County Grand Jury reports concerning police department relocation delays and emergency response needs. The Council will also hold a continued public hearing on an appeal for a Major Use Permit amendment at 5184 Sonoma Boulevard.

• Response to Grand Jury report on Vallejo Police Department relocation delays
• Response to Grand Jury report on emergency response needs
• Public hearing for V-Town Farms Major Use Permit amendment appeal
• Approval of July and August 2022 meeting minutes

The City Council voted by consensus to overturn the Planning Commission's denial of a major use permit amendment for V-Town Farms at 5184 Sonoma Boulevard, Suite 300. The decision includes conditions such as a 1% annual gross receipts donation (minimum $100,000) to recognized nonprofits or the City for youth programming, two security guards, and additional landscaping. Councilmember Brown recused himself due to a conflict of interest; Councilmember Arriola was absent.

• Approved appeal overturning Planning Commission denial of Major Use Permit Amendment for V-Town Farms (consensus; Brown recused, Arriola absent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-159 N.C. approving City Manager's response to Grand Jury report on police relocation delays (noes – Mayor McConnell)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-160 N.C. approving City's response to Grand Jury report on emergency response needs (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for July 26, 2022 and August 23, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

City Council

This meeting is an orientation for City Council candidates to meet city leadership. The agenda includes introductions to various department heads and an overview of city operations. Candidates will also review campaign filing obligations and legal overviews.

• Introduction of City Council Candidates
• City Manager's overview by Mike Malone
• Introduction of the Senior Leadership Team across city departments
• Review of financial campaign filing obligations by City Clerk Dawn Abrahamson
• Overview from City Attorney Veronica Nebb

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a General Plan conformance review for the Sacramento Street Road Diet Phase II Project (PW9728). This item involves adding the project to the 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Program.

• General Plan conformance review for Sacramento Street Road Diet Phase II Project (PW9728)
• Approval of May 2, 2022 and July 18, 2022 minutes

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will discuss the Vallejo Police Department's drone policy and how drones are used and implemented. The board will also review circumstances for the emergency deployment of technology by the police department.

• Discussion regarding Vallejo Police Department Drone Policy
• Discussion regarding Emergency Deployment of Technology per Municipal Code Section 2.27.030(E)
• Approval of September 6, 2022, meeting minutes

The Surveillance Advisory Board discussed the Vallejo Police Department's drone policy and emergency technology deployment procedures. Staff committed to providing the updated drone policy and a list of current deployed technologies. No formal votes or decisions were taken on these items.

• Approved agenda and consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 6, 2022 special meeting

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for September 15, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2022.

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will consider a project proposal request for a graffiti abatement street mural program. The meeting includes a presentation on the Lake Dalwigk Project update and the appointment of a Vice Chair. Additionally, the commission will establish its meeting schedule for 2022-23.

• Project Proposal Request – Graffiti Abatement Street Mural program
• Lake Dalwigk Project Update presentation
• Vice Chair Appointment
• 2022-23 Meeting Schedule approval
• Business Recognition Program subcommittee report

The Vallejo Beautification Commission met on July 6, 2022, and approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes unanimously. The main substantive item was a discussion of a city manager request for the commission to work on a citywide public art graffiti project. No decisions were made on this item; it was only discussed as new business.

• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved previous meeting minutes unanimously

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting for closed session discussions. These items include legal counsel regarding a lawsuit and negotiations for real property prices and lease terms.

• Legal conference regarding City of Vallejo v. BJH Investments, LLC
• Property price and payment term negotiations for parcels 0055-010-370, 0055-010-380, 0055-010-390, and 0055-010-400
• Property price and payment term negotiations for various APNS parcels with Blue Rock Springs, LLC
• Lease price and payment term negotiations for 285 Mare Island Way

The council met in special session and unanimously approved adding an emergency closed session item regarding litigation. The closed session covered one lawsuit and three real property negotiations, but no decisions were reported from the closed session.

• Added emergency closed session item on Dougherty v. City of Vallejo (unanimous)
• Held closed session on City of Vallejo v. BJH Investments, LLC
• Held closed session on property negotiations with Callahn Property Company
• Held closed session on property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC
• Held closed session on lease negotiations with Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will review monthly investment reports and meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a proposal to award a construction contract for the 2022 Sewer Rehabilitation Project.

• Construction contract for 2022 Sewer Rehabilitation Project (CWM036) to APB General Engineering for $1,038,067
• Approval of July 12, 2022, meeting minutes
• Review of June and July 2022 monthly investment reports
• Approval of the September 13, 2022, disbursements register

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure and public works contracts, including a major grant for park improvements. Other items include sewer pump station work and pothole repair contract increases. The council will also review salary adjustments for communication staff.

• $4,767,980 Clean California Grant for Lake Dalwigk Park Improvements Project
• $325,360 contract for pedestrian intersection crossing enhancements
• $175,000 contract for a sewer pump station near the Marina Coast Guard Station
• Increase pothole repair contract with Jetpatcher USA, Inc. to $500,000
• Salary adjustments for Communication Supervisor and Operators

The City Council unanimously approved a $4.8 million Clean California grant for the Lake Dalwigk Park Improvement Project and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement with Caltrans. The Council also approved a $325,360 contract for pedestrian crossing enhancements with rectangular rapid-flashing beacons, a $175,000 emergency sewer pump station contract near the Marina Coast Guard Station, and a $500,000 increase for pothole repair services. Additionally, the Council adopted resolutions for the Community Action Partnership of Solano Joint Powers Agency, salary adjustments for communications operators, and a first amendment to the City Attorney's employment agreement (with Councilmember Arriola voting no).

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-145 N.C. accepting a $4,767,980 Clean California Grant for Lake Dalwigk Park Improvements Project
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-146 N.C. approving $325,360 contract with Radman Electric for pedestrian intersection crossing enhancements with rectangular rapid-flashing beacons
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-147 N.C. approving $175,000 emergency contract with Telstar Instruments for sewer pump station near Marina Coast Guard Station
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-148 N.C. increasing pothole repair contract with Jetpatcher USA, Inc. to $500,000
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-149 N.C. accepting $142,374 Justice Assistance Grant and authorizing MOU with Vacaville, Fairfield, and Solano County
• Adopted Resolutions No. 22-150 N.C. and 22-151 N.C. increasing Interwest Consulting Group contracts by $400,000 and $500,000 respectively
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-157 N.C. approving salary adjustments for Communication Operators series
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-158 N.C. approving first amendment to City Attorney employment agreement (Councilmember Arriola voted no)

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for September 12, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 10, 2022, at 5:15 p.m.

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for September 8, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 13, 2022.

• No agenda items were scheduled for this meeting.

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will conduct a public hearing on the draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for Fiscal Year 2021-22. This document tracks progress toward goals in the City’s five-year plan for affordable housing and community development. The Commission is asked to recommend the report for approval by the City Council.

• Public hearing on draft FY 2021-22 CAPER
• Approval of June 6, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of June 22, 2022 special meeting minutes

The Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission held a public hearing and unanimously recommended City Council approval of the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Fiscal Year 2021-22, which describes progress on housing and community development goals. The commission also held an initial public hearing on the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan but took no action.

• Approved minutes of June 2 and June 22, 2022 meetings (6-0)
• Recommended City Council approve FY 2021-22 CAPER (6-0)
• Held initial public hearing on HOME-ARP Allocation Plan; no vote taken

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission is meeting to review the Treasurer's Year End Report and an amended budget regarding security hourly rates. The commission will also consider a $60.00 fee for Vallejo Open Studios 2022 and survey revisions.

• Approval of amended budget reflecting changes in security hourly rates
• $60.00 studio fee for Vallejo Open Studios 2022
• Request for an information table at the Farmers Market
• Revision of the McCune Survey

The McCune Collection Commission approved an amended budget reflecting changes in security hourly rates and a line-item name change, authorized $60 for Vallejo Open Studios 2022, and approved $250 for marketing swag for Pop-Up Saturdays. All votes were unanimous (6-0). No substantive policy decisions were made; most items were routine approvals or discussions.

• Approved amended budget for security hourly rate changes and printing category name change (6-0)
• Approved $60 from Program Reserve for Vallejo Open Studios 2022 fee (6-0)
• Approved $250 for marketing swag for Pop-Up Saturdays, with chair count changed to two (6-0)
• Approved agenda and minutes from June 6, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report (6-0)

Planning Commission

This notice serves as a formal cancellation of the Vallejo Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for September 7, 2022. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for September 19, 2022.

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will consider a resolution recommending against the deployment of the Flock Gunshot Detection System. The board will also consider a recommendation to modify its codified meeting schedule.

• Resolution recommending against the deployment of the Flock Gunshot Detection System
• Resolution to modify the board's codified meeting schedule

The Surveillance Advisory Board voted 4-2 to adopt a resolution recommending against deployment of the Flock Gunshot Detection System. The board also voted 5-1 to recommend changing its meeting schedule from every other month to monthly. Both resolutions will go to the City Council for final action.

• Adopted Resolution 22-001 recommending against Flock Gunshot Detection System (4-2)
• Adopted Resolution 22-002 recommending monthly meetings instead of every other month (5-1)

Housing Authority

The regular meeting of the Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for September 1, 2022, has been cancelled. A special meeting is now scheduled for Thursday, September 8, 2022, at 7:00 p.m.

• Cancellation of the September 1, 2022, regular meeting
• Scheduling of a special meeting for September 8, 2022

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Vallejo Code Enforcement Appeals Board for August 25, 2022, has been canceled. No other agenda items were provided in the notice.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to address specific closed session items. The agenda includes a legal conference regarding WFG Liquidation Corporation and a performance evaluation for the City Attorney.

• Litigation conference: City of Vallejo v. WFG Liquidation Corporation
• Public employee performance evaluation: City Attorney

The Vallejo City Council met in closed session to discuss pending litigation in the case City of Vallejo v. WFG Liquidation Corporation and to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Attorney. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

• Held closed session for existing litigation (City of Vallejo v. WFG Liquidation Corporation)
• Conducted closed-session performance evaluation of City Attorney

City Council

The City Council will review a presentation regarding community engagement meetings and various police oversight model characteristics. The council intends to provide direction to staff to prepare a draft ordinance for a future meeting.

• Presentation of information from community engagement meetings and oversight model characteristics
• Direction to staff to prepare a draft ordinance for additional comment and direction

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting to receive a presentation on police oversight model characteristics and community engagement input. Council provided direction to staff to prepare a draft ordinance for a future meeting, but no final decision or vote was taken.

• Council directed staff to prepare a draft ordinance on police oversight based on community input and model characteristics, to be presented at a subsequent meeting.

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The regular Vallejo Commission on Culture and the Arts meeting scheduled for Monday, August 22, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or decision.

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for August 18, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2022.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee scheduled for Wednesday, August 17, has been canceled.

Sister City Commission

The regular Vallejo Sister City Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, August 15, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 17, 2022, at the JFK Library.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for August 15, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for September 7, 2022.

• Cancellation of the August 15, 2022, regular meeting

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for August 11, 2022, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2022.

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission meeting scheduled for August 10, 2022, has been cancelled. This notice contains only procedural information regarding the cancellation and the next scheduled meeting on October 12, 2022.

City Council

The regular Vallejo City Council meetings scheduled for August 9 and August 23, 2022, have been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 13, at 7:00 p.m.

• Cancellation of August 9 and August 23 regular meetings

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for August 8, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 12, 2022.

Marina Advisory Committee

The regular Marina Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for August 4, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 3, 2022.

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for August 4, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 1, 2022.

McCune Collection Commission

The regular Vallejo McCune Collection Commission meeting scheduled for August 1, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for August 1, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for September 7, 2022.

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet to select a Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda includes a presentation by Attorney Katelyn Knight regarding a review of the commission's mandate. Members will also discuss workplan goals, outreach opportunities, and brochure redesign updates.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation on Human Relations Commission Mandate review
• Discussion of current workplan and goals
• Discussion of upcoming tabling events and outreach
• Discussion of brochure redesign updates

The Human Relations Commission unanimously appointed Demetra Stall-Nash as Chair and Dela Weeks-Morris as Vice Chair. They approved motions to meet with the Vallejo Police Officers Association and Police Chief Shawny Williams, invite Dionne Carter of Vallejo Together to discuss homelessness, adopt 2020-21 goals for 2022-23, and participate in outreach events. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Appointed Demetra Stall-Nash as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Dela Weeks-Morris as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved motion to deputize chair and vice chair to meet with VPOA and Police Chief (unanimous)
• Approved inviting Dionne Carter to October 26 meeting on homelessness (unanimous)
• Adopted 2020-21 goals for 2022-23 fiscal year (unanimous)
• Approved commissioners speaking at National Night Out as authorized representatives (unanimous)
• Approved tabling at Waterfront Weekend October 1-2 (unanimous)
• Approved adding physical address to HRC brochures (unanimous)

City Council

The special meeting includes a closed session for a public employee performance evaluation regarding the City Attorney. No other items are scheduled for discussion at this meeting.

• Performance evaluation of the City Attorney in closed session

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Attorney, as permitted by Government Code Section 54957. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned at 6:45 p.m.

• Convened into closed session for City Attorney performance evaluation
• Adjourned meeting at 6:45 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to increase the city's transaction and use tax. The agenda also includes declaring certain city-owned properties as surplus land and authorizing a contract with The Leaven for criminal justice innovation.

• Ordinance to increase the 0.875% transaction and use tax
• MOU with The Leaven for up to $299,800 related to the Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Grant
• Declaration of three city-owned properties as surplus land, including 485 Santa Clara Street
• $55,000 grant for radar feedback signs and re-striping project
• Request to prepare materials regarding increasing stipends for Mayor and Councilmembers

The Vallejo City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1866 N.C. (2d) to increase the transaction and use tax by seven-eighths of one cent, with Councilmember McConnell voting no. The council also approved a $299,800 MOU with The Leaven for criminal justice grant activities, declared three city-owned properties as surplus, and made appointments to several commissions.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1866 N.C. (2d) increasing transaction and use tax by 0.875% (Noes – McConnell)
• Authorized MOU with The Leaven for $299,800 for Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Grant activities (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-144 declaring three city-owned properties as surplus (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-143 making appointments to commissions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-138 amending FY 2022-23 CIP budget for radar feedback signs/re-striping (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-139 accepting Waterstone Phase 1C subdivision improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-140 adding limited-term Special Advisor to City Manager (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-141 amending City's Salary Plan (unanimous)

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will review updates on several arts programs and policies. The body will decide whether to continue funding two projects not completed by June 30, 2022. Members will also select artists to be featured in the Vallejo Weekly.

• Decision on continuing funding for two incomplete Art Grant Program projects
• Selection of artists and artwork to be highlighted in the Vallejo Weekly
• Presentation regarding Solano County Links, LLC cultural activities
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding

The Commission on Culture & the Arts extended the grant deadline to August 15 for Solano County Links, LLC and approved funding for their poetry project. Artist Olivia Fabrizio withdrew her grant after deciding she could not complete her sculptures by the deadline. Other items were informational or continued, with no final decisions.

• Extended Solano County Links grant deadline to August 15 and funded project
• Olivia Fabrizio withdrew her grant; no sculptures to be placed by August 15
• Approved agenda for July 25, 2022 (7-0)
• Accepted minutes from June 27, 2022 (7-0)
• Selected 'Arts in the City' as column name for Vallejo Weekly artist feature

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for July 21, 2022, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2022.

• Cancellation of the July 21, 2022, regular meeting

City Council

The committee will discuss outreach strategies and an event calendar for the upcoming Cycle 8 Idea Collection phase. Members will also consider using allocated funds for design fees for the Waterfront History Art Park project. Additionally, the committee will vote to cancel its August 17, 2022, meeting due to IT updates.

• Approval of design fees for the Waterfront History Art Park Cycle 3 project
• Outreach strategies for the Cycle 8 Idea Collection phase
• Establishment of an in-person event calendar for Cycle 8
• Cancellation of the August 17, 2022, regular meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss legal matters in closed sessions. This includes conferences with legal counsel about anticipated litigation and an existing case involving the City of American Canyon.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding three cases of anticipated litigation
• Conference with legal counsel regarding City of American Canyon v. City of Vallejo (Case #22CV000772)

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss anticipated litigation (3 cases) and existing litigation in the case City of American Canyon v. City of Vallejo. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (3 cases)
• Convened into closed session for existing litigation (City of American Canyon v. City of Vallejo)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will meet in a special session to consider adopting a resolution for the city's 2022 and multiyear community goals and priorities. The council will also receive an informational update regarding the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

• Resolution establishing 2022 and multiyear community goals and priorities
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting on July 19, 2022, and unanimously adopted Resolution No. 22-137 N.C., establishing the 2022 and multiyear community goals and priorities. The meeting also included an informational update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funded projects, with no action taken on that item.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-137 N.C. establishing 2022 and multiyear community goals and priorities (unanimous)

City Council

The committee will review Q2 performance data for the 457, 401(a), and Retirement Health Savings programs. Members will consider fund status changes for specific investment funds and vote on approving new committee members.

• Approval of April 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• MissionSquare presentation on Q2 service stats and plan data
• Hyas Group performance review and fund analysis
• Vote to approve new committee members
• Vote on status of MissionSquare PLUS Fund and Vanguard US Growth Fund

The Deferred Compensation Plan Committee unanimously approved the April 18, 2022 minutes, appointed Rachel Ferguson and Natalie Peterson as new committee members, and selected Rachel Ferguson to attend the NADGCA conference with an expenditure not to exceed $6,000. The committee also voted to keep the MissionSquare PLUS Fund on-watch for the current quarter and review it again next quarter, following a recommendation from the Hyas Group. Presentations were given by MissionSquare and the Hyas Group on plan activity and performance, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved April 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Rachel Ferguson and Natalie Peterson as new committee members (unanimous)
• Approved Rachel Ferguson to attend NADGCA conference with expenditure up to $6,000 (unanimous)
• Kept MissionSquare PLUS Fund on-watch for current quarter, review next quarter (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission agenda contains no public hearings or action items. It includes an informational review regarding the 2022 Development Agreement Annual Review for The Nimitz Group, LLC.

• Informational review: The Nimitz Group, LLC - 2022 Development Agreement Annual Review (DA #22-0001)

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for July 14, 2022, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2022.

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will review the Flock Gun Shot Detection System beta test and its policy to provide recommendations to the Police Chief and City Council. The board will also vote on determining future agenda items, including drone policy and police technology updates.

• Review of Flock Gun Shot Detection System beta test and policy
• Vote on future agenda items including drone policy and technology costs
• Discussion regarding Municipal Code 2.27.030 Section E

The Surveillance Advisory Board voted 5-2 to recommend not participating in the Flock Gun Shot Detection System beta test at this time, citing lack of data and policy concerns. The board also agreed to place a resolution memorializing its concerns on a future agenda and to include all proposed future agenda items for discussion.

• Recommended not participating in Flock Gun Shot Detection System beta test (5-2)
• Approved agenda unanimously
• Adopted minutes of June 9, 2022 special meeting (1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of June 29, 2022 regular meeting unanimously
• Agreed to include all future agenda items for discussion unanimously

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The special meeting of the Economic Vitality Commission scheduled for July 13, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 10, 2022.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council has called a special meeting for July 12, 2022. The agenda is limited to a closed session regarding a public employee performance evaluation for the City Attorney.

• Public employee performance evaluation for the City Attorney

The Vallejo City Council met in special session on July 12, 2022, and immediately convened into closed session to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Attorney, as permitted by Government Code Section 54957. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned shortly before the Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District meeting at 6:00 p.m.

• Convened into closed session for City Attorney performance evaluation
• Adjourned meeting before 6:00 p.m.

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to overrule protests regarding sewer, upper lateral, and storm drainage service charges for fiscal year 2022-23. The agenda also includes approving salary range schedules and receiving a presentation on the new NPDES Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit.

• Public hearing on sewer, upper lateral, and storm drainage service charges
• Approval of FY 2022-23 salary range schedules
• Presentation on the NPDES Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit (MRP 3.0)
• Receipt of May 2022 monthly investment report

City Council

The Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes from the July 13, 2021, meeting. They will also consider a resolution to accept the Financing Corporation Activity Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. The report notes that debt obligations under the 1993 Certificates of Participation have been fully met.

• Approval of July 13, 2021, meeting minutes
• Acceptance of the Financing Corporation Activity Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022

City Council

The City Council will review an ordinance and resolutions regarding a proposed 0.875% sales tax for the November 8, 2022, election. The agenda also includes approvals for sidewalk improvements and contract amendments for bridge reconstruction. Additionally, the council will consider several commission appointments and a settlement agreement with Syar Industries, Inc.

• Proposed 0.875% sales tax measure for the November 8, 2022, ballot
• $258,447.40 contract for sidewalk and crosswalk improvements
• Contract amendment with Dewberry Engineers up to $500,000 for Sacramento Street Bridge project
• Appointments to the Planning, Beautification, and Civil Service Commissions
• Settlement agreement between Syar Industries, Inc., Blue Rock Springs, LLC, and the City

The City Council voted to place a 0.875% sales tax measure on the November 8, 2022 ballot, with the measure expected to generate $18 million annually for city services. The council also approved related resolutions for ballot arguments and spending priorities, with some members voting against. Additionally, the council approved several construction contracts, appointments, and a settlement agreement.

• Introduced ordinance for 0.875% sales tax measure (Noes: McConnell, Arriola)
• Adopted Resolution 22-130 calling for Nov. 8 ballot submission of tax measure (Noes: McConnell, Arriola)
• Adopted Resolution 22-131 for ballot arguments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-132 for rebuttal arguments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-133 approving spending priorities (Noes: McConnell)
• Approved $258,447.40 construction contract to Lister Construction for sidewalk/crosswalk projects (Resolution 22-127)
• Approved $500,000 contract amendment with Dewberry Engineers for bridge design (Resolution 22-128)
• Approved settlement agreement with Syar Industries and Blue Rock Springs (Resolution 22-136, unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for July 11, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 8, 2022.

• Cancellation of the July 11, 2022, regular meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to interview applicants for various city positions. The session includes interviews for the Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commission, Code Enforcement Appeals Board, Economic Vitality Commission, and Sister City Commission.

• Interviews for one vacancy on the Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commission
• Interviews for one vacancy on the Code Enforcement Appeals Board
• Interviews for four vacancies on the Economic Vitality Commission
• Interviews for three vacancies on the Sister City Commission

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for vacancies on the Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commission, Code Enforcement Appeals Board, Economic Vitality Commission, and Sister City Commission, as well as the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee. No appointments were made during the meeting; interviews were conducted only.

• Conducted interviews for Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commission applicant Ann Adams
• Conducted interviews for Code Enforcement Appeals Board applicant Kevin Tennyson
• Conducted interviews for Sister City Commission applicants David Muchnikoff, Elissa Shanks Stewart, Paul Lamb, and Pelton Stewart
• Conducted interviews for Economic Vitality Commission applicants L. Alexander Matias and Dwight Monroe
• Conducted interviews for Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee applicants Ruscal Cayangyang and Ann Adams

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for July 7, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 4, 2022.

• Notice of cancellation for the July 7, 2022, meeting

Beautification Commission

The provided agenda for the Vallejo Beautification Commission meeting on July 6, 2022, consists of procedural and logistical instructions. No specific agenda items or actions are listed in this document.

• No specific agenda items are listed.

The Vallejo Beautification Commission met on July 6, 2022, and approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes unanimously. Chair Weyrich reported on the waterfront mosaic planters serviced during Beautify Vallejo Day in April 2022. The commission discussed a City Manager request to work on a citywide public art graffiti project, but no formal action was taken on this item.

• Approved meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved previous meeting minutes unanimously

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for July 6, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for July 18, 2022.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will meet in a special session to conduct closed negotiations regarding real property. The council will discuss price and terms of payment for properties involving Blue Rock Springs, LLC and the Vallejo Unified School District.

• Negotiations for 655 Columbus Parkway with Blue Rock Springs, LLC
• Negotiations for Grant Street School and Cress School with Vallejo Unified School District

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss real property negotiations for two properties: 655 Columbus Parkway (Blue Rock Springs, LLC) and the Grant Street School and Cress School sites (Vallejo Unified School District). No decisions were made in open session, and the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations (5-0)
• Adjourned at 5:52 p.m. without public action

City Council

The City Council will consider actions related to the Broadway Project, including CEQA exemptions and a declaration of restrictive covenants. The Council may also authorize the City Manager to execute an acquisition agreement for property APN 0067-140-150. An informational update on Project Roomkey is also scheduled.

• Approval of CEQA exemptions for the Broadway Project
• Authorization of a declaration of restrictive covenants for APN 0067-140-150
• Authorization for the City Manager to execute an acquisition agreement for the Broadway Project site
• Project Roomkey update

The Vallejo City Council approved three resolutions related to the Broadway Project, a Homekey affordable housing development. The council adopted CEQA exemptions, authorized a restrictive covenant, and approved the future acquisition of the property at APN 0067-140-150. The votes were split, with Councilmember Arriola voting no on all three, and Mayor McConnell also voting no on the latter two.

• Adopted Resolution 22-124 N.C. finding CEQA exemptions for the Broadway Project (Noes: Arriola)
• Adopted Resolution 22-125 N.C. authorizing a Declaration of Restrictive Covenants on APN 0067-140-150 (Noes: McConnell, Arriola)
• Adopted Resolution 22-126 N.C. approving acquisition of the Broadway Project property and authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement (Noes: McConnell, Arriola)

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will meet to nominate and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes training on the Brown Act, California Public Records Act, and board procedures. Future discussions are planned regarding Auditory Detection raven beta installation and draft policy.

• Election of a Chair and Vice Chair
• Training on the Brown Act and California Public Records Act
• Future discussion of Auditory Detection raven beta install approval and draft policy

The Surveillance Advisory Board elected Naomi Yun as Chair and Sorce as Vice Chair by recorded votes. Members also received training on the Brown Act and other rules, and discussed future agenda items including a proposed emergency surveillance technology policy.

• Elected Naomi Yun as Chair (4-3)
• Elected Sorce as Vice Chair (4-3)
• Approved meeting agenda (abstain: Sorce)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct closed session discussions. The council will meet with legal counsel regarding several active litigations and negotiate the price and payment terms for property APN 0067-140-150.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding multiple existing lawsuits
• Negotiation of price and payment terms for property APN 0067-140-150

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss existing litigation and real property negotiations. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was procedural, consisting of roll call, closed session, and adjournment.

• Convened into closed session for litigation discussion (unanimous)
• Convened into closed session for real property negotiation on APN 0067-140-150 (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority meeting includes a vote on proposed changes to its Administrative Plan. The board will also review and approve minutes from the June 14, 2022, special meeting.

• Resolution to approve revisions to the Vallejo Housing Authority’s Administrative Plan
• Approval of minutes from the June 14, 2022, special meeting

The Vallejo Housing Authority unanimously approved Resolution No. 22-004, adopting revisions to its Administrative Plan, which governs housing assistance programs. The vote was carried by all members present, with Boardmembers Miessner and Gordon absent. The meeting also approved the agenda, consent calendar, and minutes from the June 14, 2022 special meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-004 approving Administrative Plan revisions (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 14, 2022 special meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is reviewing several contract amendments and budget updates. The agenda includes large-scale landscape maintenance agreements and water consulting service increases. The council will also address changes to the Participatory Budgeting rulebook.

• Landscape maintenance contract with North Bay Landscape Management, Inc. up to $7,879,222.26
• Landscape maintenance contract with New Image Landscape Company up to $3,831,638.40
• Amendment to E Source agreement for water consulting increasing total to $938,400
• Budget amendment of $286,957 from the BHJIS project grant
• Reallocation of $65,000 for the Alden Park flagpole restoration project

The Vallejo City Council approved a first amendment to the solid waste franchise agreement with Recology Vallejo, adding a provision for camera footage of illegal dumping. The council also awarded landscape maintenance contracts for multiple regions, adopted several budget amendments, and approved the FY 2022-23 HUD Annual Action Plan.

• Approved first amendment to Recology Vallejo franchise agreement (unanimous, Miessner absent)
• Awarded landscape maintenance contract for Regions 1 & 8 to New Image Landscaping, $3,831,638.40 (unanimous, Miessner absent)
• Awarded landscape maintenance contract for Regions 3,4,5,6,9 to North Bay Landscape Management, $7,879,222.26 (unanimous, Miessner absent, Dew and Verder-Aliga recused)
• Awarded landscape maintenance contract for Region 7 to North Bay Landscape Management (unanimous, Miessner absent, Loera-Diaz recused)
• Adopted Resolution 22-119 approving Recology franchise amendment
• Adopted Resolution 22-120 for New Image contract
• Adopted Resolutions 22-122 and 22-123 for North Bay contracts
• Adopted Resolution 22-121 for Participatory Budgeting Cycle 8 rulebook changes

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts is reviewing a recommendation to proceed with a National Endowment for the Arts grant. The meeting also includes updates on arts funding policies, the Artists Registry, and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding.

• Recommendation to proceed with National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant
• Presentation of CAC Grant Recipients: Solano County Links, LLC and Individual - Visual Arts
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act (REPA) funding agreement
• Review of draft procedure for highlighting artists in Vallejo Weekly
• Update on Public Art Policy from City Attorney’s Office

The Commission on Culture & the Arts voted unanimously to proceed with applying for a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant, which would provide matching funds of $10,000 to $150,000 for local arts projects. The commission also decided to move forward with a procedure to highlight artists in the Vallejo Weekly, with a tentative start in August. Other items, including the Long Term Arts Funding Policy and Public Art Policy, were continued with no action.

• Approved proceeding with NEA grant application (7-0)
• Approved June 27, 2022 agenda (7-0)
• Accepted May 23, 2022 minutes with spelling correction (7-0)
• Decided to move forward with artist highlight procedure in Vallejo Weekly

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for several board and commission vacancies. The session includes applicant interviews for the Planning Commission, Beautification Commission, and Economic Vitality Commission.

• Interviews for Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission vacancy
• Interviews for Beautification Commission vacancies
• Interviews for Civil Service Commission vacancy
• Interviews for Economic Vitality Commission vacancies
• Interviews for Planning Commission and GVRD Board vacancies

The City Council conducted interviews for vacancies on several boards and commissions, including the Planning Commission, GVRD Board, and others. No appointments were made during this meeting; the interviews were the only substantive action taken.

• Conducted interviews for Planning Commission applicants Loretta Gaddies and Donald Douglass
• Conducted interviews for GVRD Board applicants Avonelle Hanley Mills and Wendell Quigley
• Conducted interview for Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commission applicant Christopher Naughton
• Conducted interview for Beautification Commission applicant Susan Slater
• Conducted interview for Civil Service Commission applicant Brenda Plechaty
• Conducted interviews for McCune Collection Commission applicants Henry Beecher and Joel Benson
• Conducted interview for Economic Vitality Commission applicant Thomas Barbeiro

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

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

Sister City Commission

The Sister City Commission will hold a special meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The commission will also discuss changing the regular meeting time and reassigning responsibilities from a former commissioner.

• Election of Chair, Commissioner Pelton Stewart, and Vice-Chair, Commissioner Lowe
• Discussion on changing the 4:30 p.m. special meeting time
• Reassignment of former Commissioner Williams’ responsibilities
• Follow up on use of commission funds for Philmore Graham Science Fair participants
• Update on request to City Manager to purchase furniture

Housing & Community Development Commission

The June 22, 2022, special meeting of the HCDC consists only of procedural items and reports. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed on this agenda.

The Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission met on June 22, 2022, with five members present and two absent. No substantive decisions were made; the only item discussed was a written communication regarding the Vallejo Housing Authority Administrative Plan with redlined edits. The meeting was procedural, with no presentations, minutes approval, or reports.

• No formal decisions were made during the meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special session to discuss anticipated litigation and conduct labor negotiations with IBEW Local 1245. The revised agenda also includes a public hearing on proposed rate increases for solid waste collection.

• Closed session: Anticipated litigation
• Closed session: Labor negotiations with IBEW, Local 1245
• Public Hearing: Proposed rate increases for solid waste collection

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss anticipated litigation and labor negotiations with IBEW Local 1245. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. after the closed session.

• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (one case)
• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations with IBEW Local 1245

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed rate increases for solid waste collection. Following the hearing, the Council may adopt a resolution to approve these new rates.

• Public hearing on proposed solid waste collection rate increases

The City Council held a public hearing on proposed solid waste rate increases, received 133 written protest letters, and heard public comments both in opposition and support. The council then voted unanimously to adopt Resolution No. 22-111 N.C., approving the proposed rate increases. Councilmember Loera-Diaz was absent.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-111 N.C. approving solid waste rate increases (unanimous, Loera-Diaz absent)

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee is meeting to discuss project staffing updates and next steps for the program. The committee will also consider approving rulebook changes and adopting a timeline for Cycle 8.

• Approval of PB Rulebook updates
• Adoption of the PB Cycle 8 timeline
• Update on PB project staffing

Housing Authority

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on June 14, 2022. During a closed session, city negotiators will meet with Scott Foster regarding the price and payment terms for the property at 1937 Broadway.

• Closed session negotiation regarding price and payment terms for 1937 Broadway (APN: 0052-040-320)

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss real property negotiations for 1937 Broadway. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the only action was the closed session discussion. The meeting adjourned without any public votes or approvals.

• Convened into closed session to discuss price and terms for 1937 Broadway property (unanimous, no vote recorded)

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will consider several administrative updates and a large construction contract. Proposed actions include adopting the district's fee schedule for fiscal year 2022-23 and authorizing work on the Sears Point Pump Station Rehabilitation Project.

• Construction contract award for Sears Point Pump Station Rehabilitation Project to C. Overaa and Co. ($4,186,000)
• Adoption of the District Schedule of Fees for fiscal year 2022-23
• Resolution to collect sewer and storm drainage service charges on the tax roll
• Delegation of investment program management to the District Treasurer

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget. The board is scheduled to adopt a resolution approving the budget for the period of July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the April 12, 2022, special meeting.

• Public hearing for the FY 2022-23 Housing Authority Budget
• Resolution to adopt the FY 2022-23 budget
• Approval of April 12, 2022, special meeting minutes

The Vallejo Housing Authority held a special meeting on June 14, 2022, and unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget via Resolution No. 22-003. The board also approved the meeting agenda, consent calendar, and minutes from the April 12, 2022 special meeting. No public speakers commented during the budget hearing.

• Approved agenda and consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 12, 2022 special meeting
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-003 approving FY 2022-23 Housing Authority budget (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget, which includes provisions for salaries, vehicle replacements, and golf course fees. The agenda also includes several contract amendments and grant approvals.

• Ordinance prohibiting the possession of catalytic converters
• $12,091,866 Homekey grant award implementation
• $721,000 construction contract for Sacramento Street Road Diet and Rehabilitation
• $286,957 budget amendment for Behavioral Health Justice Intervention Services
• Contract increase for I-80/Hiddenbrooke Parkway Interchange project to $1,500,000

The City Council adopted the FY 2022-23 budget and related resolutions, and approved a $12,091,866 Homekey grant appropriation for housing. It also approved several contracts, including a $3.75M security services agreement and a $721,000 road construction contract. All votes were recorded with specific tallies, and some members recused themselves due to conflicts of interest.

• Adopted FY 2022-23 budget and related resolutions (22-100 to 22-104 N.C.) (Noes: Arriola)
• Approved $12,091,866 Homekey grant appropriation (Resolution 22-099 N.C.) (Noes: McConnell, Arriola)
• Awarded $721,000 construction contract to Bay Cities Paving for Sacramento Street Road Diet (Resolution 22-098 N.C.)
• Authorized $3,750,000 unarmed security services agreement with Admiral Security (Resolution 22-110 N.C.)
• Adopted ordinance prohibiting possession of catalytic converters (Ordinance 1865)
• Approved $1.5M design services amendment for I-80/Hiddenbrooke interchange (Resolution 22-097 N.C.)
• Adopted resolutions for November 2022 election and candidate statements (22-094, 22-095 N.C.)
• Approved assessments for multiple landscape maintenance districts (Resolutions 22-105 to 22-108 N.C.)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review several personnel actions during its June 13 meeting. The commission is considering the titles and specifications for two new non-classified positions. Additionally, the commission will review classification specification revisions for Maintenance Worker I/II.

• Approval of Human Resources Information Systems Analyst (HRIS Analyst) position title and specifications
• Approval of classification specification revisions for Maintenance Worker I/II
• Approval of Community Engagement Manager position title and specifications

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also review policies for mobile audio-visual systems in police patrol cars and the Flock Gun Shot Detection System beta test.

• Election of a Chair and Vice Chair
• Policy review for Mobile Audio-Visual systems in VPD patrol cars
• Review of Flock Gun Shot Detection System beta test and policy
• Oath of office for board member Lisa Chen

The Vallejo Surveillance Advisory Board voted 4-2 to recommend Resolution No. 22-001, which approves the deployment of Mobile Audio-Visual (MAV) technology in police patrol cars and implements the MAV policy as revised to prohibit police staff from deleting video and to require cameras to activate when the gun rack is engaged. The board also tabled a decision on the Flock gunshot detection system until a draft policy is available, and deferred the election of chair and vice chair due to a tie vote.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-001 recommending MAV deployment and policy (4-2, Sorce absent)
• Tabled Flock gunshot detection review pending draft policy
• Deferred chair/vice chair election to June 29 meeting due to tie vote
• Approved April 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved agenda and consent calendar unanimously

City Council

This meeting was an informational session for individuals interested in running for City Council in Districts 2, 4, and 5. The presentation covered the nomination process, campaign finance rules, and candidate requirements.

• Nomination period runs from July 18 through August 12, 2022
• $100 filing fee required for all candidates
• Contribution limits set at $4,900 per contributor, per election
• Optional Candidate Statement costs range from $206.42 to $256.42

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for June 9, 2022, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 14, 2022.

• No agenda items were scheduled

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The regular Vallejo Economic Vitality Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 8, has been cancelled. A special meeting is now scheduled for July 13 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to accept a $12,091,866 Homekey Round 2 grant and amend the FY 2021-22 budget. The council will also hold a study session regarding a potential roads and infrastructure ballot measure for November 2022. Additionally, staff will provide a quarterly update on planning and economic development.

• Resolution to accept $12,091,866 Homekey Round 2 grant
• Notice of intent to amend the FY 2021-22 budget for Homekey funds
• Study session on a 0.875% transaction and use tax ordinance for November 2022 ballot
• Quarterly update from Planning and Development Services and Economic Development

The City Council adopted a resolution accepting a $12,091,866 Homekey Round 2 grant for housing and amended the budget accordingly. The council also directed staff to prepare a 0.875% general transaction and use tax ordinance for the November 2022 ballot, and added a non-binding advisory measure on spending priorities.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-093 N.C. accepting $12,091,866 Homekey grant (Noes: Arriola; Absent: Brown)
• Directed staff to return July 12 with a $0.875 general transaction and use tax ordinance for Nov. 8, 2022 ballot (Noes: McConnell, Arriola; Absent: Brown)
• Added non-binding parallel measure for voter input on spending (unanimous among present; Absent: Brown)

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission is meeting to review reports from city staff and the McCune Foundation. The agenda includes decisions on acquiring donated items, approving room use requests, and establishing a presence at the Farmers Market.

• Finalizing and distributing the McCune Survey
• Designating Commissioner Goodman as Program Coordinator for several activities
• Approving an information table at the Farmers Market once a month
• Recommending the McCune Policy Book be sent to city staff for review

The McCune Collection Commission approved releasing a public survey via website, email, and social media, and designated Commissioner Goodman as Program Coordinator for the Program Series and Activity Organizer for the Writers Workshop and Book Club. A proposal for a monthly pop-up at the Farmers Market was also approved for investigation. The commission reviewed activity reports and discussed a retreat, but no other major decisions were made.

• Approved releasing McCune survey to public via website, email, social media (4-0)
• Designated Commissioner Goodman as Program Coordinator for Program Series and Activity Organizer for Writers Workshop and Book Club (3-0, Goodman recused)
• Approved Commissioner Flores investigating pop-up Saturday at Farmers Market (4-0)
• Approved reviewing draft Policy Book at future retreat (4-0)
• Approved June 6 agenda and April 4 minutes with correction (4-0)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for June 6, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for June 22, 2022.

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2022-23 Annual Action Plan. This plan includes the allocation of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.

• Public Hearing: Proposed FY 2022-23 Annual Action Plan
• Approval of February 3, 2022, and April 7, 2022, meeting minutes

The Housing and Community Development Commission met on June 2, 2022, and approved the minutes from February 3 and April 7, 2022, unanimously. A special meeting was announced for June 22, 2022, at 6 PM. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes for February 3 and April 7, 2022 (5-0)

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will receive a presentation from Landscape Maintenance Manager Jason Lacey regarding the Cal Fire Tree Grant update. The meeting also includes reports from the Business Recognition Program, Beautify Vallejo, and Futures List subcommittees.

• Cal Fire Tree Grant Update presentation
• Business Recognition Program subcommittee report
• Beautify Vallejo subcommittee report
• Futures List subcommittee report

The Beautification Commission elected Commissioner Weyrich as Chair and Commissioner Slater as Vice Chair, both with unanimous votes and terms expiring June 30, 2023. The commission also discussed a draft Business Recognition Program, adding a pilot phase on Tennessee St. and a Sustainable Design element for further sub-committee work. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Elected Commissioner Weyrich as Chair, unanimous, term to June 30, 2023
• Elected Commissioner Slater as Vice Chair, unanimous, term to June 30, 2023
• Approved agenda unanimously
• Approved prior meeting minutes unanimously
• Added pilot phase (Tennessee St.) and Sustainable Design element to Business Recognition Program draft for sub-committee revision

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided agenda for the May 26, 2022, Code Enforcement Appeals Board meeting contains only procedural information and public participation instructions. No specific cases or actions are listed for consideration.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on May 24, 2022. The agenda includes a closed session for real property negotiations and a performance evaluation for the City Attorney.

• Negotiations regarding price and terms of payment for APN 0067-140-150
• Performance evaluation for the City Attorney

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss real property negotiations for APN 0067-140-150 with Richard and Emily Fischer, and to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Attorney. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Convened into closed session for real property negotiation (APN 0067-140-150)
• Convened into closed session for City Attorney performance evaluation

City Council

The City Council is conducting a public hearing to discuss the FY 2022-23 budget and provide direction to staff. The meeting also includes a hearing for the Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2022 through 2027. Formal adoption of the city budget has been rescheduled for June 14, 2022.

• Public hearing for the FY 2022-23 City Budget
• Ordinance to prohibit smoking in and around multi-unit residences
• $7,140,000 grant application for the Vallejo Bluff Trail
• $118,477.03 contract for the City-Fleet Electric Vehicle Charging Project
• $500,000 allocation for a Police Department relocation feasibility study

The Council adopted ordinances prohibiting smoking in and around multi-unit residences and other public places, and repealing/replacing the fireworks chapter. It also approved the 5-year Capital Improvement Program, renamed a portion of Marina Vista Memorial Park to Martin Luther King Jr. Park, and continued the FY 2022-23 budget hearing to June 14. Several consent items were approved, including a $118,477 electric vehicle charging contract and a $500,000 police relocation feasibility study.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1863 N.C.(2d) prohibiting smoking in multi-unit residences (McConnell and Brown abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1864 N.C.(2d) repealing/replacing fireworks chapter
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-091 N.C. approving 5-Year Capital Improvement Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-092 N.C. renaming portion of Marina Vista Memorial Park to Martin Luther King Jr. Park (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-089 N.C. allocating $500,000 for police relocation feasibility study (Noes: Arriola, McConnell)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-088 N.C. awarding $118,477.03 EV charging construction contract to Pro-Cal Lighting, Inc.
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-084 N.C. authorizing $7,140,000 Urban Greening grant application for Vallejo Bluff Trail
• Continued FY 2022-23 budget public hearing to June 14, 2022

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will review updates regarding the California Arts Council grant and American Rescue Plan Act funding. A presentation is scheduled concerning art projects on Mare Island. Members will also consider a draft procedure for highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly.

• Recommendation to proceed with California Arts Council (CAC) grant
• Presentation on Art Projects on Mare Island
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding
• Draft procedure for highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly
• Public Art Policy update from the City Attorney’s Office

The Commission on Culture & the Arts approved a draft procedure for highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly, with edits allowed as needed. They also received updates on the Art Grant Program, ARPA funding, and other ongoing items, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved draft procedure for Vallejo Weekly artist submissions (6-0)
• Approved May 23, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Approved April 25, 2022 minutes (6-0)

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The commission will review the March 17, 2022, meeting minutes. A staff presentation regarding Vallejo Municipal Code Chapter 16.614 is scheduled as an informational item. No public hearings are listed for this meeting.

• Approval of March 17, 2022, minutes
• Staff presentation on Vallejo Municipal Code Chapter 16.614 (Architectural Heritage and Historic Preservation)

City Council

The regular meeting of the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee scheduled for May 18, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2022.

City Council

The City Council will review a request for $500,000 to help establish the Vallejo Early Learning Center at the Beverly Hills Elementary School site. The agenda also includes introducing an ordinance regarding catalytic converter possession and adopting a new broadband master plan. Additionally, the council will receive a progress report on police reform implementation.

• $500,000 funding request for Vallejo Early Learning Center
• Ordinance prohibiting the possession of catalytic converters
• Adoption of 2022 Vallejo Broadband Master Plan & Digital Equity Strategy
• Progress report on Police Reform/OIR Implementation Plan

The Council unanimously confirmed $160,000 in existing Youth Initiative funds for the Vallejo Early Learning Center and directed staff to return with a future action to appropriate an additional $340,000 in ARPA funds, contingent on the center securing $3.5 million. The Council also unanimously introduced an ordinance prohibiting possession of catalytic converters and adopted the Broadband Master Plan & Digital Equity Strategy 2022 with amendments. A police reform progress report was received for comment.

• Confirmed $160,000 from FY 2021-22 Youth Initiative budget for Early Learning Center (unanimous)
• Directed staff to return with future action to appropriate $340,000 in ARPA funds, contingent on $3.5M match (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance prohibiting possession of catalytic converters (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-080 N.C. approving Broadband Master Plan & Digital Equity Strategy 2022, with amendments (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for May 12, 2022, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 9, 2022.

• Cancellation of the May 12, 2022, meeting due to lack of agenda items

City Council

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss real property negotiations for properties at 1100 Railroad Avenue and 1065/1075 Walnut Avenue with Nimitz, LLC, and to confer with legal counsel on anticipated litigation. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.

• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations (APN 066-050-170, 1100 Railroad Ave, and 1065/1075 Walnut Ave)
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation discussion (one case)

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will review the April 12, 2022 meeting minutes and the May 10, 2022 disbursements register. The board will also receive reports on March 2022 investments and the third-quarter budget for FY 2021-22. Additionally, the board will consider adopting new job descriptions and salaries for student interns and temporary employees.

• Adoption of Student Intern and Limited Duration Temporary Employee classifications
• Approval of May 10, 2022 disbursements register
• Receipt of March 2022 monthly investment report
• Receipt of FY 2021-22 third quarter budget to actual report

City Council

The City Council will review budget amendments for a building demolition and a library relocation study. The agenda also includes a public hearing on a cannabis business permit appeal and new ordinances regarding fireworks and smoking regulations.

• $1,000,000 allocation for North Mare Island Building Demolition Project
• $245,000 agreement for the 2022 Economic Development Strategic Plan
• $500,000 notice of intent for Police Department and JFK Library relocation study
• Public hearing on a cannabis business permit appeal at 5184 Sonoma Boulevard
• Ordinance introduction to prohibit smoking in multi-unit residences

The Council introduced an ordinance to prohibit smoking in and around multi-unit residences and other publicly accessible places, amending Chapter 7.68 of the Municipal Code. It also continued the appeal of V-Town Farms' cannabis permit denial to a special meeting on September 20, 2022, and approved a $245,000 contract for an economic development strategic plan.

• Introduced ordinance amending Chapter 7.68 to prohibit smoking in multi-unit residences (unanimous, with McConnell and Brown recused)
• Continued V-Town Farms cannabis appeal to September 20, 2022 special meeting (unanimous, Brown recused)
• Approved $245,000 contract with Economic Forensics and Analytics for economic development strategic plan (5-2, Arriola and Loera-Diaz noes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-078 allocating $1,000,000 to North Mare Island building demolition (6-1, Arriola no)
• Received notice of intent to allocate $500,000 for police and JFK library feasibility study (6-1, McConnell no)
• Introduced ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 12.28 on fireworks (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for April 18 and April 26 meetings
• Issued proclamations for Older Americans Month, Florence Douglas Center, Public Works Week, and Nurses Month

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for May 9, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 13, 2022.

Marina Advisory Committee

The regular Vallejo Marina Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for May 5, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, August 4, 2022, in the Vallejo City Council Chambers.

• Cancellation of the May 5, 2022, Marina Advisory Committee meeting

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for May 5, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 2, 2022, at 7:00 p.m.

• Cancellation of the May 5, 2022, regular meeting

City Council

Caltrans presented details regarding vertical clearance improvements for the I-80 Six Bridges Project. The presentation outlined upcoming bridge re-openings and the scheduled closure of the Redwood Street overcrossing.

• Redwood Street overcrossing closure from May 16 to October 16, 2022
• Georgia Street overcrossing re-opening on May 6
• Tennessee Street overcrossing re-opening on May 13
• Nighttime I-80 lane reductions and five-hour full closures between 11 PM and 4 AM
• 24/7 shuttle service for pedestrians and bicyclists during Redwood Street closure

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting for a closed session regarding real property negotiations. The council will meet with negotiators to discuss the price and payment terms for various Assessor Parcel Numbers involving the City of Vallejo and the County of Solano.

• Closed session negotiation regarding price and payment terms for multiple Assessor Parcel Numbers

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss real property negotiations with Solano County. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations (unanimous)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a workshop on the Fiscal Year 2022-23 operating budget and department updates. Council members are invited to provide input to staff regarding potential amendments to the proposed budget.

• Fiscal Year 2022-23 operating budget workshop and department budget updates

The City Council held a special meeting as a budget workshop for the proposed FY 2022-23 operating budget. Department heads presented their budget proposals and accomplishments, and the public provided comments. No formal decisions were made; the budget adoption is scheduled for May 24, 2022.

• No formal decisions made during the workshop
• Budget adoption scheduled for May 24, 2022

Sister City Commission

The commission will discuss nominations for Chair and Vice-Chair positions. Members will also review reports regarding the Mayor's visit to Ensenada and various international committee updates. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on forming a records subcommittee and reviewing the commission budget.

• Nominations for Chair and Vice-Chair
• Report on Mayor’s visit to Ensenada
• Follow up on funds for Philmore Graham Science Fair participants
• Acknowledgment of friendship letters from Rota and Parun
• Discussion on thanking Native American Tribes

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a resolution regarding the 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Program's conformance with the General Plan 2040. The agenda also includes approval of past meeting minutes and discussion of future items such as zoning code updates.

• Review of 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Program conformance with General Plan 2040
• Approval of February 23, 2022, and April 18, 2022, meeting minutes

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided text contains only procedural information and meeting logistics for the Code Enforcement Appeals Board. No specific cases, ordinances, or actions are listed in this document.

• No substantive agenda items were listed.

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will discuss updates to its current workplan. The meeting includes a presentation on homelessness resources by Natalie Peterson, Interim Assistant to the City Manager. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the January 26, 2022, meeting.

• Presentation on homelessness resources by Natalie Peterson
• Review and discussion of the current workplan
• Approval of January 26, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will meet in closed session to conduct labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association and real property negotiations for 1668 Broadway. The agenda also includes a performance evaluation for the City Attorney.

• Labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association
• Real property negotiations for 1668 Broadway regarding price and terms of payment
• Public employee performance evaluation for the City Attorney

The Vallejo City Council met in closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association, real property negotiations for 1668 Broadway, and a performance evaluation for the City Attorney. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was procedural and adjourned without public action.

• Convened closed session for VPOA labor negotiations
• Convened closed session for property negotiations at 1668 Broadway
• Convened closed session for City Attorney performance evaluation
• Adjourned at 6:53 p.m. without open-session action

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will consider appointing Michael Malone as City Manager and reviewing an ordinance regarding smoking in public places. The agenda also includes budget amendments for small business recovery and water meter replacements. Additionally, the council will receive a draft Fiber Optic Master Plan.

• Appointment of Michael Malone as City Manager
• Ordinance to prohibit smoking near multi-unit residences and public places
• $500,000 ARPA funds for small business and restaurant recovery programs
• Contract increase to $140,000 for Sacramento Street demolition project
• $2,000,000 budget amendment for the WaterSMART Meter Replacement Program

The Council appointed Michael Malone as City Manager and approved his employment agreement (Resolution 22-077 N.C.), with Councilmember Arriola voting no. The Council also adopted several resolutions, including budget amendments for a $2M water grant, $1.85M HOME program, and $999,688 Byrne grant, and authorized a $500,000 small business pandemic recovery program. A proposed ordinance to ban smoking in multi-unit residences was continued to the May 10 meeting due to the Mayor's recusal.

• Appointed Michael Malone as City Manager (Resolution 22-077 N.C.) (4-1, Arriola no)
• Adopted Resolution 22-072 N.C. for Sacramento Street demolition contract increase to $140,000
• Adopted Resolution 22-073 N.C. amending budget for $2M WaterSMART grant
• Adopted Resolution 22-074 N.C. increasing HOME program budget by $1,852,532
• Adopted Resolution 22-075 N.C. for $999,688 Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Grant
• Adopted Resolution 22-076 N.C. for $500,000 small business pandemic recovery program
• Continued smoking ordinance to May 10 meeting
• Approved $1M for North Mare Island Building Demolition (5-2, Arriola and Loera-Diaz no)

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will review updates on several arts-related programs and policies. Members will consider selecting an administrator for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and forming a committee for the Art Grant Program survey. The agenda also includes updates on public art policy and artist registries.

• Selection of an administrator for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to manage non-profit grants
• Formation of an ad-hoc committee to draft a survey for the Art Grant Program
• Update on the draft Public Art Gift and Loan Policy from the City Attorney’s Office
• Updates regarding the Grants Ad Hoc Committee and Artists Registry

The Vallejo Commission on Culture & the Arts unanimously recommended the Solano County Arts Council to administer ARPA grant funds, after the other candidate withdrew. The commission also continued discussions on the Public Art Policy and Long Term Arts Funding Policy, and received updates on the Art Grant Program and other items. No other substantive decisions were made; most items were informational or continued to future meetings.

• Recommended Solano County Arts Council to administer ARPA grant funds (6-0)
• Approved April 25, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Accepted March 28, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Continued Long Term Arts Funding Policy update to May meeting
• Continued Public Art Policy discussion
• Agenized Grants Ad Hoc Committee for May meeting
• Discussed Artists Registry, no action taken
• Discussed highlighting artists in Vallejo Weekly, draft procedure to be provided

Surveillance Advisory Board

This meeting focuses on administrative procedures, including the oath of office and roll call. The board will elect a chair and vice chair to serve from April 2022 through March 2023. Reports from the Board Secretary, City Attorney, and City Council Liaison are also scheduled.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the April 2022–March 2023 term
• Oath of office for board members
• Reports from the Board Secretary, City Attorney, and City Council Liaison

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for April 21, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 19, 2022.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee scheduled for Wednesday, April 20, at 6:30 p.m. has been canceled. This notice was issued by PBSC Secretary Flor Magallanes.

• Cancellation of the April 20 regular meeting

City Council

The committee will review Q1 2022 performance and service statistics for retirement plans. Presentations from MissionSquare and Hyas Group will cover market commentary and plan updates. A vote on an International Value Fund change is scheduled.

• Vote on International Value Fund change
• MissionSquare Q1 onsite service stats presentation
• Hyas Group Q1 2022 performance review
• Approval of January 24, 2022 meeting minutes

Sister City Commission

The special Sister City Commission meeting scheduled for April 18, 2022, was cancelled due to a bomb threat at City Hall. The notice advised community members to avoid the vicinity of City Hall and the Housing Department building on Georgia Street.

• Cancellation of the special Sister City Commission meeting

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint special meeting to review updates to the city's General Plan. The agenda includes a presentation from the California Department of Housing and Community Development regarding recent housing legislation. Additionally, consultant PlaceWorks will present updates to the Housing and Safety elements and the addition of an Environmental Justice element.

• Presentation from CA Dept of Housing and Community Development on recent housing legislation
• Update of the General Plan's Housing and Safety elements
• Addition of a new Environmental Justice element to the General Plan
• Presentation by consultant PlaceWorks regarding General Plan updates

The Vallejo City Council and Planning Commission held a joint special meeting to receive a presentation from consultant PlaceWorks on updating the Housing and Safety elements and adding an Environmental Justice element to the General Plan. No formal decisions were made; the item was for information and public input only. The meeting also included a presentation from the California Department of Housing and Community Development, which was rescheduled.

• Received presentation on General Plan Housing and Safety elements update and Environmental Justice element addition (no vote)
• Rescheduled presentation from California Department of Housing and Community Development

Design Review Board

The April 14, 2022, Design Review Board meeting consists of procedural items and a presentation regarding the Brown Act. No public hearings or consent calendar items were scheduled for this meeting.

• Brown Act presentation by City Staff

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Development Commission will discuss transportation funding, traffic calming priorities, and parking. The commission also plans to propose 2022-23 budget policies to the City Council.

• Transportation Division presentation on funding, traffic calming, and parking
• Proposal for FY 2022-23 budget policy and programs
• Proposal to rename a subcommittee to EVC Communications Subcommittee
• Report regarding the Main Street program

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session with legal counsel. This session is for discussing existing litigation involving VPOA and Michael Nichelini. No other items are scheduled for discussion at this meeting.

• Closed session regarding Case No. 2:21-cv-00454-KJM-CKD (VPOA; Michael Nichelini v. City of Vallejo, et al.)

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees is considering a professional services agreement for construction management at the Mare Island Pump Station. The agenda also includes proposals to join the Solano County Stormwater Alliance and add a full-time Associate Engineer to the budget.

• Professional services agreement to PSOMAS for Mare Island Pump Station project totaling $3,666,777
• Joining the Solano County Stormwater Alliance at an annual cost of $33,330
• Addition of one full-time Associate Engineer to the 2022-23 budget

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority will hold a public hearing to consider the Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-23. Following the hearing, the body will consider adopting a resolution to submit the plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the March 22, 2022, regular meeting.

• Public hearing for the FY 2022-23 Annual Public Housing Agency Plan
• Approval of March 22, 2022, meeting minutes

The Vallejo Housing Authority held a public hearing and unanimously adopted Resolution No. 22-002 approving the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Annual Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan, covering July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, and authorized its submission to HUD. The consent calendar and prior meeting minutes were also approved. Chair McConnell abstained due to a conflict of interest, and Boardmember Gordon was absent.

• Adopted Resolution No. 22-002 approving FY 2022-23 Annual PHA Plan (unanimous; McConnell abstained, Gordon absent)
• Approved agenda and consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 22, 2022 regular meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider a $30,000,000 financing application for a new police headquarters at 400 Mare Island Way. The agenda also includes reviewing regional homelessness plans and accepting a $2,000,000 grant for water meter replacement. Additionally, the council will review agreements for electric vehicle charging stations.

• $30,000,000 financing application for police headquarters at 400 Mare Island Way
• $2,000,000 Bureau of Reclamation grant for water meter replacement
• $999,688 budget amendment for Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Grant
• Agreement with Electric Vehicle Charging Solutions and PG&E for EV chargers
• $192,400 contract with InterWest Consulting Group for planning services

The Council voted unanimously to direct staff to conduct a feasibility study for designing a new police headquarters at the JFK Library and relocating the library to 400 Mare Island Way, with funding options to be presented at a special meeting. A substitute motion to also address City Hall space needs failed. The Council also approved several consent items, including a $999,688 Byrne grant, a firefighter union MOU, and a $2,000,000 water meter grant.

• Directed feasibility study for PD HQ at JFK Library and library relocation to 400 Mare Island Way (unanimous)
• Approved $999,688 Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Grant budget amendment (unanimous)
• Ratified firefighter union MOU with IAFF Local 1186 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for EV charging site host agreement with EVCS and PG&E (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution approving Blue Rock Springs golf course agreement amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for coordinated entry system homelessness MOU (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution accepting $2,000,000 water meter replacement grant (unanimous)
• Appointed Vice Mayor Verder-Aliga as Surveillance Advisory Board liaison (majority)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special meeting focused on council goal setting. The agenda includes a discussion on these goals and two periods for public comment.

• discussion of council goal setting
• public comments regarding council goal setting

The Vallejo City Council held a special goal-setting workshop and selected economic development as the top short-term priority for 2022, with 4 votes. The strategy to address needs of the unhoused received 2 votes, attracting and retaining staff received 1 vote, and improving community appeal received 0 votes. No formal decisions were made; staff will prepare an action plan for future council discussion and approval.

• Selected economic development as top short-term 2022 priority (4 votes)
• Selected strategy to address unhoused needs as second priority (2 votes)
• Selected strategy to attract and retain staff as third priority (1 vote)
• Selected strategy to improve community appeal and image as fourth priority (0 votes)

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for Monday, April 11, 2022, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 9, 2022.

• Cancellation of the April 11, 2022, regular meeting

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission is reviewing the Vallejo Housing Authority’s Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The Commission will consider recommending approval and submission of this plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

• Recommendation to approve and authorize submission of the Vallejo Housing Authority’s Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for FY 2022-23

The Housing and Community Development Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the Vallejo Housing Authority's Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The recommendation will go to the Housing Authority Board for final action. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included updates from Vallejo Together and approval of the agenda.

• Recommended approval of Vallejo Housing Authority FY 2022-23 Annual Plan (6-0)
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission meeting includes the introduction of newly appointed commissioners and the selection of a Chair and Vice Chair. The commission will also receive reports from its subcommittees.

• Introduction of newly appointed commissioners
• Nomination and selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Business Recognition Program subcommittee report
• Beautify Vallejo subcommittee report

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission is meeting to discuss collection management and community programs. The body will consider recommending an electric piano acquisition to the City Council and selecting volumes for preservation using 2022 funds. Members will also discuss reactivating various workshops and a student bookmaking competition.

• Recommendation to approve acquisition of an electric piano
• Selection of volumes in need of preservation using 2022 funds
• Discussion of a bookmaking competition for Vallejo students
• Planning the reactivation of the Program Series, Writers Workshop, and Book Club

The McCune Collection Commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve the acquisition of an electric piano donated by Commissioner Goodman, with Goodman recusing. The commission also approved allowing the McCune Foundation to use the room for video filming, selected preservation volumes, and accepted the Treasurer's Report. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were continued to future meetings.

• Recommended City Council approve acquisition of donated electric piano (5-0-1, Goodman recused)
• Approved McCune Foundation use of room for video filming (4-0-2, Beecher and Schivley recused)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report as presented (6-0)
• Selected volumes 1, 3, 4, 6, and 8 for preservation using 2022 funds (6-0)
• Approved April 4, 2022 agenda and February 7, 2022 minutes (6-0)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for April 4, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 18, 2022.

• Cancellation of the April 4, 2022, regular meeting

Housing & Community Development Commission

The HCDC Ad Hoc Committee will review funding recommendations for the FY 2022-23 CDBG and HOME programs. Staff presentations will cover Consolidated Plan priorities, non-profit agency performance, and budget reviews. The committee is tasked with recommending approval of these allocations via resolution.

• FY 2022-23 CDBG Program funding recommendations
• FY 2022-23 HOME Program funding recommendations
• Review of FY 2021-22 CDBG and HOME budgets
• Performance review of non-profit agencies

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will discuss using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to provide art grants to non-profits. Members will also consider selecting the Vallejo Community Arts Foundation (VCAF) to administer these funds. The agenda includes updates on the Art Grant Program and a potential artists' registry.

• Use of ARPA funds for non-profit art grants
• Selection of VCAF to administer ARPA funds
• Formation of an ad-hoc committee for an artists' registry
• Art Grant Program survey update
• Public Art Gift and Loan Policy update

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Code Enforcement Appeals Board for March 24, 2022, has been canceled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

City Council

The council will hold a special session to discuss several closed session items. These include the appointment of a City Manager and labor negotiations with IAFF 1186. The council will also meet with legal counsel regarding two cases of anticipated litigation.

• City Manager appointment
• Labor negotiations with IAFF 1186
• Legal counsel conference regarding two litigation cases

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss a public employee appointment (City Manager), labor negotiations with the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF 1186), and anticipated litigation involving two cases. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Convened into closed session for City Manager appointment discussion
• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations with IAFF 1186
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (two cases)
• Adjourned at 6:43 p.m. without open-session action

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority will meet to approve minutes from December 14, 2021, and establish a regular meeting schedule for 2022 and 2023. This agenda consists of procedural items, as no specific topics are listed on the action calendar.

• Approval of December 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Adoption of a resolution for the 2022 and 2023 meeting schedule

The Vallejo Housing Authority met on March 22, 2022, and approved the consent calendar, including the minutes from the December 14, 2021 meeting. The board also adopted Resolution No. 22-001, establishing the schedule of regular meeting dates for 2022 and 2023. No action items were considered, and the meeting adjourned at 6:55 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the December 14, 2021 meeting
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-001 establishing 2022-2023 meeting schedule

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will consider adopting a revised ordinance to establish new boundaries for the six existing City Council districts. The agenda also includes several contract amendments and professional service agreements regarding water infrastructure, police department grants, and engineering services.

• Adoption of new City Council district boundaries using Draft Map B
• Contract amendment with HDR Engineering, Inc. not to exceed $250,000
• Police Department grant services contract increase to a total of $195,000
• On-call engineering agreements for water infrastructure up to $2 million each
• Establishment of Senate Bill 1 pavement projects list for fiscal year 2022/2023

The Vallejo City Council approved the North Mare Island Disposition and Development Agreement with The Nimitz Group, LLC, authorizing the sale and sublease of the property, with Mayor McConnell and Councilmembers Arriola and Loera-Diaz opposed. The council also adopted resolutions declaring the property surplus and approving the CEQA addendum, and approved a consent calendar including multiple water infrastructure consultant contracts. A motion to continue the sale discussion to April was defeated.

• Approved North Mare Island Disposition and Development Agreement with Nimitz Group (4-3)
• Declared North Mare Island property surplus and exempt from AB 1486 (unanimous)
• Approved CEQA addendum for North Mare Island project (unanimous)
• Authorized Seventh Amendment to Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Nimitz Group (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including 20 water consultant contracts up to $2M each (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1862 N.C. for new council district boundaries (unanimous)
• Approved police oversight public outreach plan (consensus)
• Directed staff to prepare Vallejo Early Learning Center partnership materials (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for March 21, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 4, 2022.

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The commission will consider exterior alterations to a single-family home at 945 York Street following fire damage. The meeting also includes the election of a new Chair and Vice Chair and oaths of office for two commissioners. Future discussions may include the creation of sub-committees and a Mills Act audit.

• Exterior alterations to 945 York Street, including new windows, doors, and siding
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Oaths of office for Commissioners Hall and Riley
• Potential creation of Tracker and Marketing/Outreach sub-committees

Housing Authority

The regular meeting of the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee scheduled for Wednesday, March 16 at 6:30 p.m. has been canceled. This notice contains no other agenda items or proposed actions.

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider approving the titles and specifications for three new non-classified positions. The commission will also review a request to change the Real Property and Asset Manager title to Real Property and Leasing Manager.

• Approval of new non-classified positions: Asset Manager, Employee and Labor Relations Officer, and Organizational Development Manager
• Title change for Real Property and Asset Manager to Real Property and Leasing Manager
• Approval of November 8, 2021 meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding the installation of solar arrays at 100 Hospital Drive. The project involves seven elevated structures over an existing parking lot at Sutter Solano Medical Center. Staff recommends that the Board adopt a resolution to recommend approval.

• Solar array installation at 100 Hospital Drive (33,697 square feet)
• Approval of February 10, 2022 minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting for closed session discussions. The council will negotiate price and payment terms for properties at 2160 & 2166 Sacramento Street. They will also consider an appointment for the City Manager position.

• Negotiations on price and payment terms for 2160 & 2166 Sacramento Street
• Public employee appointment for the City Manager

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss real property negotiations for 2160 and 2166 Sacramento Street and the appointment of a City Manager. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without public action.

• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations (2160 & 2166 Sacramento St)
• Convened into closed session for public employee appointment (City Manager)

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District Board of Trustees will review several administrative items, including on-call electrical engineering service agreements. The Board also plans to adopt the 2021 Solano County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. Additionally, a resolution will be presented to honor Solano County Sheriff’s Deputy Dale P. Matsuoka.

• On-call electrical engineering services agreements with Beecher Engineering, Inc. and HydroScience Engineers, Inc. not to exceed $200,000 per two-year term
• Adoption of the 2021 Solano County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Classification and compensation changes for Human Resources Analyst positions
• Resolution honoring Solano County Sheriff’s Deputy Dale P. Matsuoka

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the redrawing of election district boundaries and consider selecting between Draft Map A or B. The Council is also considering a $30,000,000 financing application for a new police headquarters at 400 Mare Island Way. Additionally, they may approve an agreement with Advance Peace for the Peacemaker Fellowship program.

• Public hearing on redrawing election district boundaries
• $30,000,000 financing application for police headquarters at 400 Mare Island Way
• Agreement with Advance Peace for Peacemaker Fellowship (up to $700,000)
• Appointments to the Surveillance Advisory Board

The Council voted unanimously to repeal its February 8, 2022 decision adopting Draft Map A and introduced an ordinance selecting Draft Map B as the final election district map. The Council also approved a $700,000 agreement with Advance Peace for the Peacemaker Fellowship program and made appointments to the Surveillance Advisory Board. The police headquarters financing item was continued, with staff directed to conduct public outreach on alternative locations and return by September 13, 2022.

• Repealed Feb 8 action adopting Draft Map A for election districts (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance selecting Draft Map B as final district map (unanimous)
• Approved $700,000 agreement with Advance Peace for Peacemaker Fellowship (Resolution 22-032 N.C.)
• Appointed 7 members to Surveillance Advisory Board (Resolution 22-033 N.C., unanimous)
• Continued police headquarters financing item; directed staff to seek public input on alternative sites and return by Sept 13, 2022 (moved by Dew, Brown no)
• Approved minutes of Feb 22, 2022 meetings
• Waived reading of ordinances by title only
• Issued proclamation for Red Cross Month, March 2022

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for March 7, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for March 21, 2022.

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for March 3, 2022, has been cancelled. An Ad Hoc Committee meeting will still occur at 7:00 p.m. that evening. The next regular commission meeting is set for April 7, 2022.

• Cancellation of the March 3, 2022, regular meeting
• Scheduled Ad Hoc Committee meeting on March 3, 2022
• Next regular commission meeting scheduled for April 7, 2022

Housing & Community Development Commission

The HCDC Ad Hoc Committee will hear presentations regarding Fiscal Year 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships program funding. The meeting includes agency updates on social service programs and the Sonoma Estates Project.

• Presentation: The House of Acts – Computer/GED Learning Program
• Presentation: Global Center for Success – Teaching Life Skills for Success Program
• Presentation: CHDC – Housing Stability Counseling Program
• Presentation: CHDC – Sonoma Estates Project regarding HOME funding

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is conducting applicant interviews for appointments to the Surveillance Technology Board. This special meeting is being held via teleconference due to a local emergency declaration. Final appointments are scheduled for the regular meeting on March 8, 2022.

• Applicant interviews for the Surveillance Advisory Board (SAB)

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting solely to conduct applicant interviews for the Surveillance Technology Board (SAB). No appointments were made; those will occur at the regular meeting on March 8, 2022. Thirteen applicants were interviewed, and the meeting adjourned at 8:43 p.m.

• Conducted interviews for 13 SAB applicants (no vote taken)
• Deferred SAB appointments to March 8, 2022 regular meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference to interview applicants for appointments to the Surveillance Technology Board. Additional interviews are scheduled for March 1, 2022, with final appointments expected on March 8, 2022.

• Applicant interviews for the Surveillance Technology Board (SAB)

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting solely to interview 12 applicants for the Surveillance Technology Board (SAB). No appointments were made; additional interviews are scheduled for March 1, 2022, with appointments to be made at the regular meeting on March 8, 2022.

• Conducted applicant interviews for SAB (no vote recorded)
• Scheduled additional interviews for March 1, 2022
• Deferred appointments to March 8, 2022 regular meeting

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Vallejo Commission on Culture & the Arts will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The agenda includes presentations from grant recipients and reports on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding criteria. Commissioners will also discuss long-term arts funding policy and the creation of an artists' directory.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Art Grant Program update
• Long Term Arts Funding Policy discussion
• Report on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding criteria
• Discussion regarding the creation of an artists' directory

The Commission on Culture & the Arts elected Andrea Hernandez as Chair and Kathy Cook as Vice Chair, both unanimously. The commission also approved the agenda and minutes, and heard reports from two grant recipients. Several action items, including the long-term arts funding policy and ARPA funding, were continued to the March meeting.

• Elected Andrea Hernandez as Chair (6-0)
• Elected Kathy Cook as Vice Chair (6-0)
• Approved February 28, 2022 agenda (6-0)
• Approved January 24, 2022 minutes (6-0)
• Moved election of Chair and Vice Chair to end of agenda (6-0)
• Continued Long Term Arts Funding Policy to March meeting
• Continued Artists Directory item to March meeting
• Continued ARPA Funding discussion to March meeting

Marina Advisory Committee

The Marina Advisory Committee held a special meeting to review several informational reports. The agenda includes the oath of office for members Kale and Pimentelli and updates on marina security, projects, and occupancy. No items were listed on the action calendar for decision.

• Oath of Office for members Kale and Pimentelli
• Report on Marina Improvements and Projects
• Report on Marina Security and Incidents
• Report on Marina occupancy, insurance and registration
• Report on Public Access at the Marina

The Marina Advisory Committee held a regular meeting on November 4, 2021, approving the agenda and the September 23, 2021 minutes. No new business was conducted, but discussions covered marina improvements, security concerns (including catalytic converter thefts), and public access for non-motorized vessels, with suggestions for a second gate and a launch ramp. The next meeting was scheduled for February 3, 2021.

• Approved November 4, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 23, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and instructions for public participation via teleconference. No specific cases, ordinances, or actions are listed for consideration at this meeting.

Sister City Commission

The Sister City Commission will discuss the process for requesting a donation to Ennery, Haiti. The agenda also includes discussions regarding furniture purchases with commission funds and changing regular meeting times.

• Discussion of donation process to Ennery, Haiti
• Proposal to change regular meeting time to 4:30 PM
• Discussion of fund authorization for furniture purchase
• Review of Mayor McConnell’s upcoming trip to Mexico
• Potential formation of a subcommittee to organize records

City Council

The Vallejo Police Department is hosting a community town hall meeting to discuss a proposed Use of Force (UOF) policy. The session includes a video presentation and breakout group discussions focused on concerns and potential improvements to the draft policy.

• Discussion of the proposed Use of Force (UOF) policy
• Presentation of a Use of Force video summarized by Lt. Ramrakha
• Breakout group discussions regarding the draft policy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to modify approval conditions for the V-Town Farms project. The proposal involves changes to requirements for storefront transparency and annual charitable donations. Staff recommends that the Commission deny the request.

• Public hearing for V-Town Farms Major Use Permit amendment
• Request to modify 60 percent storefront transparency improvements
• Request to modify $600,000 annual charitable donations requirement
• Approval of January 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of 2021 General Plan Annual Progress Report

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda is restricted to closed sessions with legal counsel regarding various ongoing lawsuits and one case of anticipated litigation.

• Conference regarding existing litigation
• Conference regarding one case of anticipated litigation

City Council

The City Council will meet via teleconference to consider rescinding the mandate for indoor face coverings. The agenda also includes appointments to several city commissions and resolutions regarding labor agreements. An item regarding financing for a new police headquarters was removed from this meeting's agenda.

• Reviewing the order requiring indoor face coverings
• Appointments to various commissions including Beautification and Culture & the Arts
• Resolutions for MOUs with CAMP and IBEW
• Resolution opposing the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act
• Acceptance of Capitol Street Stairs Project completion

The Vallejo City Council rescinded the citywide indoor mask mandate (Resolution 22-031), effective immediately, while allowing the City Manager to adopt specific regulations for City Hall. The Council also adopted resolutions authorizing memoranda of understanding with CAMP and IBEW, and revised compensation for unrepresented executive management employees (Noes: Arriola). Additionally, the Council adopted a resolution opposing the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act and made appointments to several commissions.

• Rescinded indoor mask mandate (Resolution 22-031 N.C.) unanimously
• Adopted labor agreements with CAMP, IBEW, and revised executive management compensation (Resolutions 22-027, 22-028, 22-029 N.C.; Noes: Arriola)
• Adopted resolution opposing Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act (22-030 N.C.) unanimously
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1861 N.C. (2d) amending Planning Commission meeting rules
• Ratified December 2021 claims payments
• Adopted Resolution 22-023 N.C. authorizing CalRecycle grant applications
• Accepted Capitol Street Stairs Project as complete (Resolution 22-024 N.C.)
• Made appointments to AHLC, Beautification, Culture & Arts, Sister City, and Participatory Budgeting committees (Resolution 22-026 N.C.)

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for February 17, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2022.

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will review potential planning strategies for Cycle 8 presented by the Ad-hoc Planning Committee. The committee will also decide whether to reschedule its regular March meeting. Additionally, staff will provide updates on Participatory Budgeting projects.

• Review of Cycle 8 planning strategies
• Approval of January 19, 2022, meeting minutes
• Decision on rescheduling the March regular meeting
• Participatory Budgeting project updates

Housing Authority

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee's regular meeting for February 16, 2022, has been canceled. A special meeting will instead be held at 6:00 p.m. via teleconference.

• Cancellation of the PBSC Regular meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m.
• Special meeting of the PBSC scheduled for 6:00 p.m. via Zoom

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for February 14, 2022, has been cancelled. The notice contains only procedural information regarding the cancellation.

• Cancellation of the February 14 regular meeting

Design Review Board

This meeting consists of procedural items and one informational staff presentation regarding the expanded purview of the Design Review Board. No public hearings are scheduled for this session.

• Staff Presentation – Expanded Purview of the Design Review Board

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission will discuss IT department updates regarding website enhancements and broadband availability. The commission is also scheduled to receive sub-committee reports and review the BREA Survey Distribution Plan.

• IT Department presentation on website enhancements and BlueDot Software functionality
• Review of the BREA Survey Distribution Plan
• Reports on ARPA programs and Economic Development grant projects
• Sub-committee reports for Business Retention/Attract and Operations & Communications

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will meet in closed session to discuss real property negotiations for North Mare Island. The council will also discuss the City Manager position. No other items are scheduled for this special meeting.

• Property negotiations for North Mare Island (APNs 066-020-110, 066-020-140, 066-020-150, and 066-020-130)
• Discussion regarding the City Manager position

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss real property negotiations for North Mare Island and the City Manager position. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting was procedural only.

• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations (North Mare Island)
• Convened into closed session for public employment discussion (City Manager)

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will consider a contract amendment for general counsel services and an agreement with BE Development, Inc. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the sewer service charge Reduced Rate Program for fiscal year 2022-23. Additionally, the Board will review a resolution to continue holding meetings via teleconference.

• Amendment to Burke, Williams, & Sorensen, LLP contract up to $180,000 per year
• Consent to Assignment agreement with BE Development, Inc.
• Resolution authorizing teleconference meetings in compliance with AB 361
• Direction on the sewer service charge Reduced Rate Program for FY 2022-23

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a public hearing to review draft maps for election district boundaries and may select a final map. The Council will also consider mid-year budget amendments and the purchase of a replacement vehicle. Additionally, members will discuss whether legislative body meetings should remain remote or return to in-person formats.

• Public hearing regarding draft maps of election district boundaries
• Contract amendment for Mare Island Causeway Bridge repairs up to $165,000
• Amendments to design professional services agreements up to $900,000 each
• Resolution to elevate Ensenada, Mexico, to Sister City status
• Decision on continuing remote teleconference meetings for legislative bodies

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission is reviewing the recommended draft budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23. The meeting includes discussions regarding student bookmaking competitions and the implementation of a new survey platform. Additionally, commissioners will discuss reactivating several community programs.

• Submission of the recommended draft budget for FY 2022-23 to staff
• Discussion of a bookmaking competition for Vallejo elementary and middle school students
• Implementation of the QuestionPro platform for the McCune Survey
• Potential reactivation of the Program Series, Writers Workshop, and Book Club

The McCune Collection Commission unanimously approved the recommended draft budget for fiscal year 2022-23 and accepted Commissioner Goodman's donated electric piano, contingent on storage space. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes. Several items, including a bookmaking competition, were continued due to a commissioner's absence.

• Approved FY 2022-23 draft budget (5-0)
• Accepted electric piano donation contingent on storage (5-0)
• Approved February 7, 2022 agenda and December 6, 2021 minutes (5-0)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for February 7, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, February 23, 2022.

Marina Advisory Committee

The regular Marina Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for February 3, 2022, has been canceled. A special meeting will instead be held on February 24, 2022, via Zoom.

• Cancellation of the February 3, 2022, regular meeting
• Special meeting scheduled for February 24, 2022, at 4:30 p.m.

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to assess changes in local housing and community development needs. The meeting also includes a review of budget amendments for the FY 2021-22 HOME Investment Partnerships Program. These discussions help determine how federal funds may be used for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Public hearing on housing and community development needs
• Amendments to the FY 2021-22 HOME Investment Partnerships Program budget

The commission approved the December 2021 meeting minutes and the consent calendar, which included FY 2021-22 HOME Program budget amendments. A public hearing on housing and community development needs was held with no public speakers. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 2, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including FY 2021-22 HOME Program budget amendments (4-0)

Beautification Commission

The commission will hear a presentation from the Interim Environmental Services Manager. The agenda also includes updates on the Community Clean Up Calendar Launch and subcommittee reports.

• Presentation by Derek Crutchfield, Interim Environmental Services Manager
• Report on Community Clean Up Calendar Launch
• Business Recognition Program subcommittee report
• Beautify Vallejo subcommittee report

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The commission will elect its Chair and Vice Chair for a one-year term. Members will also receive updates on long-term arts funding and the Public Art Gift and Loan Policy. Additionally, commissioners will discuss the creation of an artists' directory.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Art Grant Program update
• Long Term Arts Funding Policy update
• Public Art Gift and Loan Policy update
• Discussion on creating an artists' directory

The Vallejo Commission on Culture & the Arts held a special meeting with no substantive decisions. The only action was to table the election of Chair and Vice Chair to the February 28th meeting to ensure a full commission is present. All other items were informational updates or continued discussions.

• Approved January 31, 2022 agenda (5-0)
• Approved November 22, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Tabled election of Chair and Vice Chair to February 28th (5-0)

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided text for the January 27, 2022, Code Enforcement Appeals Board meeting contains only procedural information and legal notices. No specific cases or items for discussion are listed in this document.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will conduct applicant interviews for several city commission vacancies during this special meeting. The session includes appointments for the Beautification, Culture & the Arts, and Sister City commissions, among others.

• Interviews for Beautification Commission vacancies
• Interviews for Culture & the Arts Commission vacancies
• Interviews for Sister City Commission vacancy
• Interviews for Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee vacancies
• Interviews for Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commission vacancies

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for various city commissions. Interviews were conducted for the Beautification, Culture & the Arts, Sister City, Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee, and Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commissions. No appointments were made during this meeting; it was limited to interviews only.

• Conducted interviews for Beautification Commission applicants Tarrina Woodson and Roxann Reyes
• Conducted interviews for Culture & the Arts Commission applicants Askari Sowonde, Jason Jones, Trevor Allen, and Rochelle Del Rosario
• Conducted interviews for Sister City Commission applicants Paul Lamb and Maria Guadamuz
• Conducted interviews for Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee applicants Lynda Daniels, Corrine Quinn, and John Manrique
• Conducted interviews for Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commission applicant Brendan Riley

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet to select a new Chair and Vice Chair and discuss its work plan. The agenda also includes presentations on Brown Act training and citywide communications efforts.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review and discussion regarding the Commission Work Plan
• Training on the Brown Act and Rules of Order
• Presentation on citywide communications efforts
• Approval of October 26, 2021, special meeting minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda is limited to closed sessions regarding existing litigation and labor negotiations with IAFF 1186.

• Closed session regarding VPOA, et al. v. City of Vallejo, et al. litigation
• Closed session for labor negotiations with International Association of Firefighters, IAFF 1186

The Vallejo City Council met in a special teleconference meeting and immediately convened into closed session to discuss existing litigation (VPOA v. City of Vallejo) and labor negotiations with the firefighters' union (IAFF 1186). No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Convened into closed session for litigation and labor negotiations
• Adjourned at 7:10 p.m. without public action

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance regarding non-serialized firearms and a $1,000,000 Clean California grant for trail enhancements. The council will also consider applying for Project Homekey funds for a 48-unit housing project on Broadway Street. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on the City Manager search and notice of intent to amend the city budget.

• Ordinance prohibiting possession or sale of non-serialized firearms or receivers
• $240,000 increase to professional consulting services agreement
• $1,000,000 Clean California grant for Bay Trail/Vine Trail Project
• Project Homekey funding application for 48-unit housing on Broadway Street
• Notice of intent to amend the 2021-22 City Budget and Salary Plan

The Vallejo City Council adopted an ordinance prohibiting non-serialized firearms and receivers, and approved a resolution to accept a $1 million Clean CA grant for Bay Trail/Vine Trail improvements. The council also authorized a $240,000 contract extension with Akin Gump, ratified November claims, and provided notice of intent to amend the FY 2021-22 budget, directing staff to allocate $1 million for pothole repairs. Appointments were made to the Code Enforcement Appeals Board and GVRD Board, and the council approved signage for the Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Green.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 1860 N.C. banning non-serialized firearms (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-007 N.C. accepting $1M Clean CA grant for Bay Trail/Vine Trail
• Authorized $240,000 contract extension with Akin Gump through Dec 31, 2023
• Ratified November 2021 claims payments
• Adopted Resolution No. 22-008 N.C. to apply for Homekey funds (Noes: McConnell, Arriola)
• Appointed 4 members to Code Enforcement Appeals Board (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Briseno to GVRD Board (unanimous)
• Approved signage for Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Green (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The committee will review retirement plan performance and discuss 2022 planning. Presentations include a 2021 review from MissionSquare and a quarterly performance report from Hyas Group. Members will also vote to replace the Vice Chair and approve new committee members.

• Vote on Vice Chair to replace Mark Love
• Approval of new Committee members
• 2021 review and 2022 planning discussion by MissionSquare
• Fourth Quarter 2021 Performance Review by Hyas Group
• Approval of October 18, 2021 meeting minutes

The committee unanimously approved Kevin Brown as vice chair and approved the new member roster. They also heard presentations from MissionSquare and Hyas Group on 2021 plan performance and 2022 planning, with a recommendation to review the International Intrinsic Value fund at the next meeting.

• Appointed Kevin Brown as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved main and alternate committee members as identified (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2021 (unanimous)

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for January 20, 2022, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 17, 2022.

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will review feedback and survey results from Cycle 7. Staff will also present opportunities for improvement in future cycles. The committee intends to appoint three members to a Cycle 8 Ad-hoc Committee.

• Review of Cycle 7 feedback and survey results
• Presentation of Cycle 7 demographics from Idea Collection and Vote phases
• Appointment of three members to a Cycle 8 Ad-hoc Committee
• Approval of December 15, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will conduct interviews for applicants to fill vacancies on two local boards. This includes four vacancies on the Code Enforcement Appeals Board and one vacancy on the Greater Vallejo Recreation District Board. Final appointments are scheduled for the January 25, 2022, regular meeting.

• Interviews for four Code Enforcement Appeals Board vacancies
• Interview for one Greater Vallejo Recreation District Board vacancy

The Vallejo City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for four Code Enforcement Appeals Board (CEAB) vacancies and one Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD) board vacancy. No appointments were made; they will be decided at the January 25, 2022 regular meeting. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Conducted interviews for GVRD board applicants Robert Briseno, Thomas Judt, and Rob'Lena (Shay) Miles
• Conducted interviews for CEAB applicants Rafael Mariscal, Garrett Toles, Nicole Oakley, Kevin Tennyson, Dr. Carey Hawkins Ash, David Cates, and L. Alexander Matias
• Deferred appointments to January 25, 2022 regular council meeting

Planning Commission

The January 18, 2022, meeting will be conducted via teleconference due to COVID-19 protocols. There are no public hearings or action items scheduled for this session. The agenda includes an informational presentation regarding the Brown Act.

• Brown Act presentation (informational only)

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing & Community Development Commission is holding a mandatory briefing regarding Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for the 2022-23 fiscal year. The session covers funding opportunities for public services and affordable housing development. Applications are due by February 8, 2022.

• CDBG program objectives include up to $1 million in funding
• HOME program objectives include up to $500,000 in funding
• Application deadline is February 8, 2022, at 3 pm
• Mandatory attendance at the briefing session is required for proposal consideration

City Council

The regular meeting of the Inter-Agency Coalition scheduled for January 13, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for February 10, 2022.

• Cancellation of the Inter-Agency Coalition meeting scheduled for January 13, 2022

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for January 13 has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 10, 2022.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on January 11, 2022. The agenda includes closed sessions regarding pending and anticipated litigation. Additionally, the council will meet with negotiators regarding properties including Grant Street School and Farragut School.

• Litigation: Rodolfo Quesada v. City of Vallejo
• Negotiations for Grant Street School, Farragut School, and Rollingwood School Field
• Price and terms negotiations with Vallejo Unified School District

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss pending and anticipated litigation, as well as real property negotiations with the Vallejo Unified School District. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Convened into closed session for pending litigation (Quesada v. City of Vallejo)
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (two cases)
• Convened into closed session for initiation of litigation (two cases)
• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations (Grant Street School, Farragut School, Rollingwood School Field)

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will conduct elections for 2022 officers and review the November 2021 investment report. Proposed actions include awarding a construction contract to Blocka Construction, Inc. and amending a maintenance agreement with ACTenviro, LLC.

• Election of 2022 officers
• $529,000 contract award to Blocka Construction, Inc. for fire alarm and detection system replacement
• Resolution regarding the Vallejo Mare Island Pump Station 3W Effluent Bypass Project
• Maintenance service agreement amendment with ACTenviro, LLC up to $250,000

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the redrawing of election district boundaries using final Census data. The agenda also includes reallocating $400,000 in ARPA funds toward homeless response efforts and deciding whether to continue in-person or remote meetings. Additionally, the council will consider several equipment and construction contracts.

• Public hearing on redrawing election district boundaries
• Reallocation of $400,000 in ARPA funds to homeless response efforts
• Construction contract for Water Mains CIP with Cobabe Brothers Plumbing for $1,627,175.00
• Equipment purchase agreement with WestNet Inc. not to exceed $2,000,000
• Introduction of an ordinance regarding non-serialized firearms and receivers

The Vallejo City Council voted unanimously to reallocate $400,000 in ARPA funds from the Downtown Streets Team to homeless response efforts and approved a grant agreement with Fighting Back Partnership for up to $290,000 for housing vouchers, with the addition that vouchers may also be used for mobile home housing. The council also introduced an ordinance prohibiting non-serialized firearms (ghost guns), adopted several resolutions including a $1.6M water mains contract, and returned to remote teleconference meetings due to the Omicron surge.

• Reallocated $400,000 ARPA funds from Downtown Streets Team to homeless response (unanimous)
• Approved grant agreement with Fighting Back Partnership for $290,000 housing vouchers (unanimous)
• Introduced ordinance banning non-serialized firearms (ghost guns) (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-004 awarding $1,627,175 water mains contract to Cobabe Brothers Plumbing (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-002 amending CDBG budget, increasing expenditures by $753,488 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-003 authorizing SB 1383 organic waste compliance notice (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-001 electing Verder-Aliga as Vice Mayor (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-006 returning to remote teleconference meetings (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for January 10, 2022, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 14, 2022, at 5:15 p.m.

• No agenda items were scheduled due to the cancellation

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for January 6, 2022, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2022.

• No agenda items were listed due to the cancellation.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for January 3, 2022, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 19, 2022.