Vallejo public meetings in 2023

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Commission on Culture and the Arts scheduled for December 25, 2023, has been cancelled. The notice contains no other agenda items.

• Meeting cancellation

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for December 21, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 18, 2024.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee scheduled for December 20, 2023, has been canceled.

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding real property negotiations. The discussion involves price and terms of payment for specific properties.

• Negotiations for 301 Farragut Avenue, Vallejo, CA 94590
• Negotiations for 1220 Gateway Drive, Vallejo, CA 94589

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 agenda focuses on adopting a resolution for the payment schedule of recognized obligations from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.

• Adoption of the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will meet to establish a schedule of regular meeting dates for 2024 and 2025. The body will also consider approving the Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund annual report for fiscal year 2022-23.

• Establishment of regular meeting dates for 2024 and 2025
• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) annual report

City Council

The City Council will review several consent calendar items including a street paving contract and housing program criteria. The council will also receive an update regarding the state of local emergency for public safety staffing.

• $563,762 construction contract for Tuolumne St. & Georgia St. paving project
• Funding process for Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships programs
• Historic Property Preservation Agreement for 812 York Street
• $140,000 increase to legislative affairs services agreement with Akin Gump Straus Hauer & Feld
• Update on public safety staffing and the state of local emergency

Sister City Commission

The Commission will hold elections for a Vice Chair and various subcommittee leadership positions. The meeting also includes updates on the Japanese Garden restoration and reports regarding international city relationships.

• Election of Vice Chair and subcommittee chairs
• Japanese Garden restoration update
• Report on Baguio delegation expenses
• Report on Mayor McConnell’s visit to Ensenada, Mexico
• Discussion regarding gift policy

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for December 18, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 3, 2024.

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for December 14, 2023, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 11, 2024.

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission will discuss wayfinding policies and receive an update on Main Street Vallejo. The agenda includes discussions regarding proposed Opportunity Zones and the Vallejo Banner Program.

• Presentation on Wayfinding Policies and Best Practices
• Main Street Vallejo Update
• Discussion on Proposed Opportunity Zones Investment Prospectus Next Steps
• Vallejo Banner Program and Related Policy in Business Districts

Community Meeting

The City of Vallejo will hold a community meeting featuring presentations from various city departments. The session includes a question and answer period following staff reports.

• Public Safety/Crime presentation by VPD Captains
• Fire Department presentation
• Homelessness update
• Economic Development update
• Measure P Funds discussion

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will convene a special session to conduct closed-session items. These items include a public employee performance evaluation and matters related to public employment for the City Manager.

• Public Employee Performance Evaluation: City Manager
• Public Employment: City Manager

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will consider several administrative actions, including the ratification of a new General Manager. The meeting also includes discussions on professional services agreements and debt refinancing options.

• Ratification of Mark Tomko as General Manager and approval of employment agreement
• Authorization of three professional services agreements for up to $500,000 per year each
• Rejection of all bids for the WWTP Solids Facility Conduit & Wire Project (PSH009)
• Direction to proceed with refinancing 2011A and 2014A Revenue Bonds under Scenario 2
• Proclamation recognizing District Manager Melissa Morton upon her retirement

City Council

The Council will consider requests regarding red light enforcement cameras and the potential sale of Herbert House at 2 Florida Street. Additional items include a presentation by the Youth Delegation and updates on public safety staffing.

• Approval of an equipment purchase amendment for $300,000 for water treatment plant pumps
• Acceptance of the Hiddenbrooke Parkway landscape improvement project
• Discussion regarding red light enforcement cameras and police technology
• Direction to staff regarding the possible sale or relocation of Herbert House at 2 Florida Street
• Establishment of the regular City Council meeting schedule for 2024 and 2025

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to collect comments on local housing and community development needs. Members will also discuss low-cost container homes for the homeless population and legal questions regarding properties in the Housing Element draft. The meeting includes reviewing funding processes for federal grant programs for the 2024-25 fiscal year.

• Public hearing on housing and community development needs
• Discussion of low-cost container homes for the homeless population
• Review of legal responses regarding five properties in the Housing Element draft
• Adoption of funding criteria for CDBG and HOME programs for FY 2024-25
• Establishment of an Ad Hoc Committee for federal program funding allocations

Beautification Commission

The Commission is reviewing its work plan development, including budget requests and project lists. Discussion items include business recognition, anti-graffiti murals, and an anti-litter artwork contest.

• FY 2024-25 Budget Request
• Anti-Graffiti Mural Project
• Anti-Litter Artwork Contest
• Beautify Vallejo Day
• Bloomberg Foundation “Love Your Block” Grant Application

Measure P Oversight Committee

The Measure P Oversight Committee will hold a special meeting to review information on the Measure P budget and proposed funded projects. Members will discuss adjusting their meeting schedule and draft a work plan outlining future timelines and community outreach. No binding votes or contract approvals are scheduled for this session.

• Informational presentations on the Measure P budget process and proposed funded projects
• Discussion on adjusting how often the oversight committee meets
• Initial planning for a committee work plan with timelines and outreach goals
• Routine approval of November 15, 2023 meeting minutes via consent calendar

McCune Collection Commission

The Commission will review a recommendation to the City Council regarding donated keepsakes and broadsides. Members will also consider forming an Ad-Hoc Committee for the 2024-25 fiscal year budget.

• Recommendation of donated items by Tom Carey to the City Council
• Formation of a Budget Ad-Hoc Committee for the 2024-25 Fiscal Year
• Approval of the Treasurer’s Report ending December 31, 2023
• Activity reports regarding the Website, Art Walk, and Volunteer Program

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a Major Use Permit and Public Convenience or Necessity determination for an Arco AM/PM convenience store. The request involves securing a Type 20 off-sale beer and wine license at 4301 Sonoma Boulevard. Staff recommends continuing the hearing to the January 17, 2024 meeting.

• Major Use Permit (MJP23-0001) and Public Convenience or Necessity (PCN23-0003) for 4301 Sonoma Blvd
• Type 20 ABC license for off-sale beer and wine at Arco AM/PM convenience store
• Annual Update: The Mare Island Company – 2022 Development Agreement Annual Review (DA23-0001)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is convening a special session to conduct closed-session items. The agenda includes a public employee performance evaluation and matters related to public employment for the City Manager.

• Public Employee Performance Evaluation: City Manager
• Public Employment: City Manager

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will review several contract amendments and budget allocations. This includes a $3 million agreement for construction materials and the results of the Participatory Budgeting Cycle 8. The council will also receive an update on public safety staffing.

• $3,000,000 contract with Syar Industries, LLC for construction materials
• Up to $725,956 for water treatment chemical supplies
• $150,000 grant for the Marina Fund from California State Parks
• $52,000 amendment for animal control and sheltering services
• Funding allocation for 'Complete Our Streets! Safety First at 5th Street' project

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will review several items including a proposed mural project and the relocation of a public notice board. The meeting also includes updates on loan and gift policies, grants, and artist highlights in the Vallejo Weekly.

• One People Tribe Mural Project
• Relocation of Public Notice Display at Ferry Terminal
• Loan and Gift Policy update
• Grants Ad Hoc Committee information
• Highlighting Artists in the Vallejo Weekly update

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for November 20, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for December 4, 2023.

• No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation

City Council

The SolTrans Board of Directors is meeting to discuss several transit-related actions including a public hearing on fare media and youth pilot programs. The agenda includes multiple contract authorizations for technology, bus shelters, and property acquisitions in Vallejo.

• Public hearing regarding the elimination of paper fare media and a free youth fare pilot program
• Purchase of properties at 1872 and 1880 Broadway Street, Vallejo
• Purchase order for six bus shelters from Tolar Manufacturing not to exceed $321,857.78
• Swiftly contract for products for three years not to exceed $152,000
• Contracts with Kuba, Inc. and Littlepay for five years not to exceed $425,000

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will hold a workshop regarding the Vallejo Police Department's current and planned surveillance technologies. The board also plans to investigate how private entities share Flock ALPR data. Additionally, members will review usage reports for drones, cell site simulators, and gunshot detection technology.

• Workshop on current and future Vallejo Police Department surveillance technology
• Investigation into how private entities are sharing Flock ALPR data
• Technology usage reports for drones, cell site simulators, and Flock ALPR cameras
• Flock Raven gunshot detection beta project ad-hoc subcommittee report

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for November 16, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 21, 2023.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special meeting to consider one specific item. The council will vote on a resolution regarding a successor Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Vallejo and the Vallejo Police Officers' Association.

• Resolution approving a successor Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Vallejo and the Vallejo Police Officers' Association

Measure P Oversight Committee

The committee will select a chair and vice-chair for the term of November 2023 through October 2024. Members will also receive training on the Brown Act, the California Public Records Act, and meeting procedures.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Training on the Brown Act, California Public Records Act, and Code of Ethics

Housing Authority

The regular meeting of the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee scheduled for Wednesday, November 15 at 6:30 PM has been canceled.

• Cancellation of the November 15 regular meeting

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to conduct closed-session business. Discussions include real property negotiations with the Vallejo Unified School District and matters regarding public employment and existing litigation.

• Negotiation of price and terms for 301 Farragut Avenue with Vallejo Unified School District
• Public employment discussion regarding the City Manager position
• Legal counsel conference regarding Root v City of Vallejo (Solano Superior Court, FCS057746)

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will consider appointing Mark Tomko as the new General Manager following Melissa Morton's retirement. The meeting includes discussions on budget amendments, investment policies, and several service contracts.

• Appointment of Mark Tomko as General Manager
• Construction contract for Building 68 Rehabilitation Project to Argos Construction for $241,400
• Sole source contract with AVEVA Select California not to exceed $500,000
• Resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget
• Litigation matter: Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District v. Vallejo Mobile Estates, LLC; Biggs Realty, Inc.

City Council

The City Council will review several budget amendments and professional service agreements. Key items include construction contracts for road and deterrent projects, as well as various municipal service agreements.

• Construction contract for Sideshow Deterrent Project: $889,500
• Construction contract for Redwood Street Road Diet Project: $1,342,275.60
• Stormwater management services contracts not to exceed $500,000 each
• Landscape architect services contracts not to exceed $500,000 each
• Water treatment chemical supplies up to $1,325,192

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for November 13, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 11, 2023, at 5:15 p.m.

• Cancellation of the November 13, 2023, regular meeting

Community Meeting

The City of Vallejo will hold a community meeting featuring presentations from various city departments. Topics include public safety, fire prevention, homelessness, and street maintenance.

• Public Safety/Crime presentation by Interim Police Chief Jason Ta and Deputy Police Chief Joseph Gomez
• Fire Prevention update by Vincent Sproete and Christopher Balmer
• Homelessness discussion led by Natalie Peterson
• Blight, Planning, and Economic Development updates
• Measure P Funds report by Finance Director Rekha Nayar

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the construction of a 4,947 square-foot Chick-Fil-A restaurant. The project includes a drive-through, new parking, and landscaping on a vacant property near Sonoma Blvd and Broadway St. Staff recommends approving the major use permit and parcel map.

• New 4,947 square-foot Chick-Fil-A restaurant with a drive-through
• Parcel map to create a new 1.80-acre project site from an existing 12.66-acre parcel
• Construction of 88 off-street parking spaces
• Major Use Permit (UP22-0005) and Design Review (DR22-0007)

City Council

The 2x2 Committee will discuss safety measures for Nebraska Street, such as speed bumps, cameras, and signage. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Ser Latino proposal, planning and economic development, and art and culture. Members will also consider scheduling 2024 meeting dates and potentially canceling the December 2023 meeting.

• Nebraska Street safety measures including speed bumps, cameras, and signage
• Ser Latino proposal discussion
• Scheduling regular meeting dates for 2024
• Discussion regarding canceling the December 2023 meeting

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Design Review Board scheduled for November 9, 2023, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct closed sessions. These sessions include discussions regarding existing litigation and labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding Matzke et al. v. City of Vallejo
• Labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for several advisory bodies. Appointments are expected to be made during the regular meeting on November 28, 2023.

• Interviews for Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD) Board of Directors
• Interviews for City of Vallejo Culture & Arts Commission
• Interviews for Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commission
• Interviews for Code Enforcement Appeals and Design Review Boards

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a proposal for a multi-family residential development at 5180 Sonoma Boulevard. The project involves demolishing an existing vacant commercial building to construct 11 buildings totaling 429 units. Staff recommends approving the development, design, and landscape reviews.

• Proposed 429-unit residential project at 5180 Sonoma Boulevard
• Demolition of an existing vacant commercial building
• Construction of 11 residential buildings and a central amenity building
• Creation of 698 off-street parking spaces

Marina Advisory Committee

The Marina Advisory Committee will consider forming a new subcommittee focused on marina development. The meeting includes reports on marina security, improvements, and occupancy levels. Additionally, the committee will discuss retail sales and crab and fish sales.

• Formation of an Ad-HOC Subcommittee for Marina Development
• Reports on marina improvements, security, and incidents
• Review of marina occupancy, insurance, and registration
• Discussion of retail sales reports
• Continued discussion of crab and fish sales

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for November 2, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 7, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Vallejo Commission on Culture & the Arts will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of minutes, and several action items. They will consider a mural project request, discuss relocating a public display board, receive updates on loan/gift policy and grants, and hear about highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly.

• One People Tribe Mural Project – request to approve mural project
• Public Notice Display at Ferry Terminal – discuss relocating display board from Virginia Street
• Loan and Gift Policy update from Chief Assistant City Attorney
• Grants Ad Hoc Committee information
• Highlighting Artists in the Vallejo Weekly update

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending approval of a Mills Act contract for the property at 812 York Street, which would provide a property tax reduction in exchange for preservation of the historic resource. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, community forum, and reports, as well as discussion of potential new subcommittees and future agenda items.

• Public hearing on Mills Act Contract (MA23-0002) for 812 York Street, APN 0056-206-170
• Staff recommends Resolution No. 23-07 to approve the Mills Act contract
• Secretary's report on 1 Kentucky Street and Mare Island Flagpole
• Discussion on forming subcommittees to review Secretary of the Interior's Standards and Municipal Code Chapter 16.614
• Potential creation of ministerial process for non-contributing homes

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will review updates regarding project implementation and idea collection progress. City staff are also scheduled to present survey data from the Cycle 8 vote.

• Oath of office for a newly appointed commissioner
• Project implementation update
• Cycle 8 vote survey results presentation
• Idea collection and proposal development update
• Approval of September 20, 2023 special meeting minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council has called a special meeting to conduct a closed session with legal counsel. The council will address three cases of anticipated litigation. No other items are scheduled for discussion during this meeting.

• Closed session conference regarding three cases of anticipated litigation

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to review a presentation regarding the recommended staffing structure for the Community Action Partners of Solano Joint Powers Authority. The council will also receive a citywide update on hiring.

• Presentation on Community Action Partners of Solano Joint Powers Authority staffing structure
• Citywide hiring update

Sister City Commission

The commission will discuss ways to involve youth in meetings and establish a new subcommittee for that purpose. Members are also considering restricting financial support for conferences to registration fees only.

• Discussion on involving youth in commission meetings
• Proposal to restrict conference financial support to registration fees
• Creation of an ad hoc subcommittee for youth involvement
• Report on Baguio delegation expenses
• Research regarding the City's draft gift policy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to establish a community assembly use for Calvary Chapel Vallejo in an existing commercial building. The commission will also hear an appeal regarding the denial of six residential units at 600 Kentucky Street. Future discussions include updates to the zoning code and housing laws.

• Major Use Permit (UP22-0001) for a community assembly use at 3790 Sonoma Boulevard
• Appeal (APP23-0001) regarding six residential units at 600 Kentucky Street
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special session to consider one specific matter. The agenda includes a closed session for a conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.

• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation (1 case)

City Council

The 2x2 Committee will discuss the School of Arts and the implementation of juvenile/student discipline. The meeting includes updates from the Youth Coordinator. Future discussions may include Nebraska Street safety measures.

• Discussion: School of Arts
• Discussion: Implementation of juvenile/student discipline
• Youth Coordinator updates
• Future discussion: Nebraska Street safety (speed bumps, cameras, signage)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider three public hearing items involving residential development, transit infrastructure, and a new restaurant. These items include a multi-building housing project on Sonoma Boulevard and an EV bus charging canopy at 1850 Broadway Street.

• Demolition of commercial building and construction of 429 dwelling units at 5180 Sonoma Boulevard
• Installation of a 35,146 square foot freestanding canopy for EV bus charging at 1850 Broadway Street
• Construction of a 4,947 square foot Chick-Fil-A restaurant with a drive-through at APN: 0067-140-200

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission will meet to discuss several economic development topics. Discussion items include the Vallejo Banner Program, business safety issues, and a proposed Opportunity Zones investment prospectus.

• Discussion of Vallejo Banner Program and related policy in business districts
• Discussion of business safety issues
• Discussion of Proposed Opportunity Zones Investment Prospectus
• Approval to present EVC Adopted Resolutions 23-02 and 23-03 to City Council
• Selection of one commissioner for the Business Retention and Expansion Ad Hoc Committee

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting for closed-session conferences with legal counsel. The agenda includes discussions regarding two existing lawsuits and one case of anticipated litigation.

• City of American Canyon v. City of Vallejo
• Jaeger Vineyards, LLC v. City of Vallejo
• One case of anticipated litigation

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District Board of Trustees will review administrative items including meeting minutes and investment reports. The agenda includes proposals to authorize multiple on-call contracts for engineering, materials testing, and modeling services. A closed session regarding the District Manager position is also scheduled.

• Five engineering service agreements with amounts not to exceed $750,000 per year each
• Two materials testing service agreements with amounts not to exceed $200,000 per fiscal year each
• Two modeling service agreements with amounts not to exceed $300,000 per fiscal year each
• Information update on Mare Island
• Closed session regarding District Manager personnel matter

City Council

The City Council will consider several administrative actions including budget amendments for the Mare Island Conversion Fund and various committee appointments. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a software agreement with Badger Meter, Inc. and requests to discuss property sales and police chief recruitment.

• Notice of intent to amend Mare Island Conversion Fund #106 budget for $7,953,718 in Navy grant funds
• Proposed $125,000 agreement with MIG, Inc. for youth needs assessment and strategic planning
• Proposed $3,000,000 software as a service agreement with Badger Meter, Inc. over ten years
• Proclamation and Key to the City for Earl 'E-40' Stevens
• Appointments to Measure P Oversight Committee, Design Review Board, and other commissions

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a substantial amendment to the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. This amendment proposes changing the method for distributing $2,213,960 in federal funds intended for housing and services for vulnerable populations. Staff will also present an overview of the draft Vallejo Housing Element.

• Public hearing on HOME-ARP Allocation Plan amendment
• Proposed changes to distribution of $2,213,960 in federal funds
• Presentation of the Public Review Draft of the Vallejo Housing Element

McCune Collection Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. This amendment proposes changes to how the City distributes $2,213,960 in federal funds for homelessness services and vulnerable populations. The commission will also receive a presentation on the draft Vallejo Housing Element.

• Public hearing for an amendment to the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan
• Proposed changes to the distribution method for $2,213,960 in federal funds
• Presentation of the Public Review Draft of the Vallejo Housing Element

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for October 2, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for October 16, 2023.

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a substantial amendment to the city's HOME Investment Partnerships Program – American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Allocation Plan. This amendment changes how the city distributes $2,213,960 in funds intended for housing, shelter, and services for vulnerable populations.

• Public Hearing: Substantial Amendment to the HOME Investment Partnerships Program – American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) Allocation Plan

Human Relations Commission

The Vallejo Human Relations Commission is meeting to discuss how often future meetings should occur. The commission will also discuss appearing at Waterfront Weekend and other local events. Additionally, the Secretary will provide an update on a requested presentation regarding homelessness.

• Discussion regarding the frequency of Human Relations Commission meetings
• Discussion on appearing at Waterfront Weekend and other local events
• Update on a request for a presentation on homelessness
• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2023, and July 26, 2023

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will convene a special meeting for closed session discussions with legal counsel. The agenda includes addressing one case of anticipated litigation and existing litigation in McMahon v. City of Vallejo.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
• Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: McMahon v. City of Vallejo

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will review several professional services agreements and budget amendments. Key items include accepting a federal grant for the Mare Island Infrastructure Assessment Project and approving funds for officer wellness. The council will also consider various on-call engineering and surveying contracts.

• $555,927 EDA grant for the Mare Island Infrastructure Assessment Project
• $349,766.72 contract for a public restroom at Lake Dalwigk Improvement Project
• $61,783.27 budget amendment for Officer Wellness and Mental Health grant
• Multiple on-call engineering and surveying service agreements up to $500,000 each
• Amendment to the Blue Rock Springs, LLC purchase and sale agreement

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will receive updates regarding a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Our Town grant. The meeting also includes an update on highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly.

• Update on NEA Our Town grant from Carmen Slack, Solano County Arts Council
• Update on highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct applicant interviews. These interviews are for one vacancy on the Civil Service Commission and several vacancies on the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee.

• Interviews for 1 vacancy on the Civil Service Commission
• Interviews for 2 member and 3 alternate vacancies on the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee

City Council

The SolTrans Board of Directors will consider several major contracts, including the purchase of 11 charging stations and 14 electric buses. The meeting also includes authorizing a public comment period for fare changes. Additionally, officials will discuss property negotiations for Broadway locations in Vallejo.

• Purchase of up to 11 ChargePoint chargers not exceeding $2,600,000
• Purchase of 14 low-floor Gillig battery-electric buses
• Contract for service planning software with Remix up to $201,567
• Authorization of a public comment period regarding fares and payment options
• Property negotiations for 1872 and 1880 Broadway, Vallejo

Surveillance Advisory Board

The board will receive a presentation on the Brown Act, Public Records Act, and board procedures. Members will also review reports regarding drones, cell site simulators, RAVEN gunshot detection, and Flock ALPR cameras.

• Training on the Brown Act, California Public Records Act, and Code of Ethics
• Technology usage reports for Drones, Cell site simulator, RAVEN gunshot beta project, and Flock ALPR cameras
• Flock Raven gunshot detection beta project ad-hoc subcommittee report

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Commission will consider a Mills Act contract for the property at 812 York Street to enter into a historic preservation agreement. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Secretary of Interior Standards and the formation of two new subcommittees.

• Mills Act Contract (MA23-0002) for 812 York Street
• Formation of Library of Records/Resources Subcommittee
• Formation of Goal Setting Subcommittee
• Discussion of Secretary of Interior Standards for Certificate of Appropriateness process

Marina Advisory Committee

The Marina Advisory Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss several marina-related topics. The agenda includes a discussion on the possibility of retail crab and fish sales at the marina. Members will also discuss a 3% rent increase.

• Discussion on potential retail sale of crab and fish at the Marina
• Discussion regarding a 3% rent increase
• Reports on marina improvements, security, and occupancy
• Approval of June 7, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The regular meeting scheduled for September 20 at 6:30 PM has been canceled. A special meeting is being rescheduled for the same day at 7:00 PM.

• Cancellation of regular meeting scheduled for 6:30 PM
• Rescheduling of a special meeting for 7:00 PM

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will review updates regarding the Cycle 8 vote results. City staff will also discuss outreach efforts for the Cycle 9 idea collection process. The committee is scheduled to approve the agenda and minutes from the July 19, 2023 meeting.

• Cycle 8 Vote Results update
• Cycle 9 Idea Collection outreach discussion
• Approval of July 19, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will convene a special session to conduct a closed session. The council is scheduled to confer with labor negotiators regarding the Vallejo Police Officers Association.

• Closed session: Conference with Labor Negotiators (Vallejo Police Officers Association)

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and multiyear community goals and priorities. The council will also consider authorizing a Key to the City for a visiting delegation from Baguio City, Philippines.

• Presentation on Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and multiyear community goals and priorities
• Authorization of a Key to the City for a visiting delegation from Baguio City, Philippines

City Council

The City Council will conduct applicant interviews during this special meeting. These include positions for the new Measure P Oversight Committee, the Design Review Board, and the McCune Collection Commission. Appointments are expected at the October 10, 2023, regular meeting.

• Interviews for the new Measure P Oversight Committee
• Interviews for two vacancies on the Design Review Board
• Interviews for the McCune Collection Commission

Planning Commission

The Commission will receive an overview of the Public Review Draft of the Vallejo Housing Element to gather input before submittal to the State. No official action will be taken on this item during this meeting. The agenda also includes the election of a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

• Presentation of the Public Review Draft of the Vallejo Housing Element
• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Discussion of future zoning code updates and state housing laws

City Council

The 2x2 Committee of the Vallejo City Council and Vallejo City Unified School District will meet to discuss several city and school topics. Discussion items include Nebraska Street safety, VCUSD key goals, and a resolution regarding the Vallejo Police Department.

• Presentation on Camp Fire Golden Empire
• Presentation on Mare Island History Review
• Discussion of Nebraska Street safety
• Discussion of VCUSD key goals
• Discussion of resolution in support of VPD

Design Review Board

The Board will consider a design and landscape review for the demolition of a vacant commercial building and the construction of 429 dwelling units. The project includes 11 buildings, one central amenity building, and 698 new off-street parking spaces.

• Design and landscape review for a 429-unit residential development
• Demolition of an existing vacant commercial building
• Construction of 11 buildings and one central amenity building
• Installation of 698 new off-street parking spaces
• Addition of 105,959 square feet of new landscaping

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The commission will vote on a resolution to change its official duties and powers within the Municipal Code. The meeting also includes discussions regarding business safety and the Vallejo Banner Program. A presentation on Marketing Opportunity Zones is also scheduled.

• Resolution to repeal EVC 23-01 and adopt changes to Chapter 2.36 of the Municipal Code
• Presentation on Marketing Opportunity Zones
• Discussion of Vallejo Banner Program and business district policy
• Discussion of business safety issues
• Update on the Vallejo Business Watch Program

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to conduct closed-session business. This includes discussions on liability claims, real property negotiations, and litigation.

• Liability Claim: Ryan McLaughlin v. City of Vallejo
• Real Property Negotiations for 210 Newell Street, 433 Admiral Callaghan Lane, and 1113 Pine Street
• Negotiation with Newell Mobile City, Bernice Robertson and Nick Stocker regarding price and terms
• Litigation: Whitney v. City of Vallejo, et al., Solano County Superior Court Case No. FCS055842

The Vallejo City Council convened a special meeting on September 12, 2023, and entered closed session at 4:33 p.m. The closed session covered a liability claim, negotiations on three city properties, and updates on anticipated and existing litigation. No votes, approvals, denials, or other formal actions were recorded. The meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District Board of Trustees is meeting to consider several administrative actions. Proposed items include rejecting all bids for the Building 68 Rehabilitation Project and authorizing legal services with Hanson Bridgett, LLP. The Board will also review salary schedules and investment reports.

• Rejection of all bids for the Building 68 Rehabilitation Project (BPL010)
• Authorization of a legal services agreement with Hanson Bridgett, LLP
• Approval of salary range schedules for fiscal year 2023-2024
• Receipt of an information update on Mare Island

City Council

The Council will review several agreements for engineering, architectural, and janitorial services. This includes approving a contract for public Wi-Fi in downtown and park areas. Additionally, the agenda includes a grant for officer wellness and mental health.

• Contract with Smart Fiber Network up to $153,537.33 for public Wi-Fi installation
• Increase Janitorial Services Agreement with Universal Building Services to $2,625,000
• Awarding $800,000 each to five firms for federal traffic engineering services
• Rejection of all bids for the Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Project (PW9736)
• Amendment to Lind Marine, LLC contract for vessel towing up to $750,000

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to discuss various administrative reports and leadership selections. The primary action item involves a proposed revision to the classification specification for an Accounting Technician.

• Approval of classification specification revisions for Accounting Technician

The Commission appointed a new Chair and Vice Chair and approved revisions to the Accounting Technician classification specifications. The July 10, 2023, meeting minutes were also approved with a correction.

• Selected Commissioner Wright as Chair (Unanimous)
• Selected Commissioner Plechaty as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved July 10, 2023 minutes and Agenda with correction (Unanimous)
• Approved classification specification revisions for Accounting Technician (Unanimous)

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing & Community Development Commission will swear in newly appointed and re-appointed commissioners. The body will also nominate and elect a Chairperson and a Vice-Chair to serve one-year terms.

• Oath of Office for Jose Carrizales, S. Bre Jackson, and Tonia Lediju
• Election of a Chairperson and Vice-Chair

The Housing and Community Development Commission approved the draft CAPER for the period of July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023. The commission also elected its Chair and Vice Chair and swore in three commissioners.

• Elected S. Bre Jackson as Chair (6-0-0)
• Elected Tonia Lediju as Vice Chair (6-0-0)
• Approved June 14, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar and Agenda (6-0-0)
• Approved FY 2022-23 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (6-0-0)

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will discuss mid-year budget request development and an anti-litter art contest. The meeting also includes updates on the Business Recognition Program and the Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program.

• Mid-Year Budget Request Development
• Anti-Litter Art Contest
• Business Recognition Program Update
• Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program

The commission approved the September 6, 2023 agenda and the July 5, 2023 meeting minutes. No substantive action items were decided during the meeting.

• Approved September 6, 2023 agenda with Item 9B removed (unanimous)
• Approved July 5, 2023 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for September 6, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for Monday, September 18, 2023, at 7:00 p.m.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will convene a special session to discuss various legal issues. The agenda includes closed sessions for discussions with legal counsel regarding existing and anticipated litigation.

• Conference with Legal Counsel regarding existing litigation including Baker v. City of Vallejo, et al.
• Conference with Legal Counsel regarding one case of anticipated significant exposure to litigation

The City Council convened a special meeting that consisted entirely of a closed session. The session was used for conferences with legal counsel regarding existing and anticipated litigation. No public decisions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract increase for the Mare Island Causeway Bridge project and the creation of a water-related subcommittee. The meeting also includes updates on public safety staffing and PG&E utility installations.

• Increase WSP USA, Inc. contract for Mare Island Causeway Bridge project to $1,167,313
• Grant PG&E an easement at 301 Virginia Street for a transformer and meter installation
• Amend TRB & Associates, Inc. agreement by $100,000 for building consulting services
• Allocate funds to Participatory Budgeting Cycle 8 projects via a $10,000 budget amendment
• Create an ad-hoc subcommittee to discuss water issues with American Canyon

The City Council accepted the Participatory Budgeting Cycle 8 vote results and allocated funds to awarded projects, though one project was removed for further review. The Council also established an ad-hoc subcommittee to coordinate with American Canyon on water issues and approved several contract amendments.

• Approved Participatory Budgeting Cycle 8 results and $10,000 budget amendment (Unanimous)
• Removed $300,000 allocation for 'Complete Our Street! Safety First at 5th Street' project pending neighborhood meeting (Unanimous)
• Created water ad-hoc subcommittee and appointed Councilmembers Loera-Diaz and Matulac (Unanimous)
• Increased WSP USA, Inc. contract for Mare Island Causeway Bridge project to $1,167,313 (Unanimous)
• Granted PG&E easement for transformer and meter at 301 Virginia Street (Unanimous)
• Authorized application for Vallejo to become a World War II Heritage City (Unanimous)
• Increased TRB & Associates, Inc. building consulting contract to $200,000 (Unanimous)
• Adopted minutes for meetings on July 25 and August 17, 2023 (Unanimous)

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The scheduled meeting for the Code Enforcement Appeals Board on August 24, 2023, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 28, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Commission on Culture and the Arts scheduled for August 21, 2023, has been cancelled. This notice contains only the cancellation announcement.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a development review for an existing multi-family apartment complex. The project includes new buildings, site improvements, landscaping, and 155 new vehicle parking spaces.

• Development Review: 122 new units at 961 Porter Street
• Design Review (DR22-0013) for multi-family apartment complex
• Landscape Review (LR22-0010) for site improvements
• Lot Line Adjustment and environmental review

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will convene a special session to conduct a closed session. This session involves a conference with labor negotiators representing the Vallejo Police Officers Association.

• Closed session: Conference with Labor Negotiators (Vallejo Police Officers Association)

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

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for August 17, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 21, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for August 14, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2023.

• Cancellation of the August 14, 2023, regular meeting

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for August 10, 2023, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2023.

McCune Collection Commission

The regular Vallejo McCune Collection Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, August 7, 2023, has been cancelled. The notice contains no other agenda items or business.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for August 7, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 21, 2023.

• Notice of cancellation for the August 7 meeting

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

This special meeting of the Code Enforcement Appeals Board contains only procedural items. The board will review and approve minutes from the July 27, 2023, regular meeting. No substantive appeals or cases are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the July 27, 2023, regular meeting/special assessments hearing

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for August 3, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 7, 2023.

City Council

The committee will review Q2 performance reports from MissionSquare and Hyas Group. Members will also consider adopting proposed Fee and Expense Guidelines and approving attendance at the NAGDCA Conference in Seattle.

• Adoption of proposed Fee and Expense Guidelines
• Approval of a new committee member
• Vote on attendance at the NAGDCA Conference in Seattle
• Q2 performance review by Hyas Group
• MissionSquare presentation on 2023 strategy and technology updates

The Deferred Compensation Plan Committee approved new fee and expense guidelines and appointed a new member from Human Resources. The committee also authorized attendance at a national conference for the committee secretary.

• Adopted Fee and Expense Guidelines (unanimous)
• Added Stephanie Sifuentes as main member representing Human Resources (unanimous)
• Approved Secretary Williams's attendance at the NAGDCA Annual Conference (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 24, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The Board will consider an appeal regarding trash, debris, and unpaved parking at 114 Palo Verde Way. They will also review the placement of special assessment liens for unpaid fees and fines on the Solano County tax roll.

• Appeal hearing for Case #CE22-0737 regarding trash, debris, and unpaved parking at 114 Palo Verde Way
• Review of special assessment liens for unpaid fees, citation fines, and abatement costs

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will discuss challenges expressed by individuals regarding waterway dredging and ways to improve communication with the City. The commission will also discuss increasing meeting frequency and strategies for moving action items forward.

• Discussion on waterway dredging complaints and city communication improvements
• Discussion on increasing the frequency of Human Relations Commission meetings
• Approval of minutes from the April 26, 2023, special meeting

The Commission decided to schedule a special meeting in September 2023 to increase the frequency of its sessions. Minutes from the April 26, 2023, meeting were not approved and were continued to the next meeting.

• Requested a special meeting for September 2023 to move action items forward
• Continued approval of April 26, 2023, minutes to the next meeting
• Commissioners Davis and Serafino took the Oath of Office
• Removed waterway dredging discussion from agenda as Marina Commission took over the item

City Council

This special meeting is limited to closed session items. The council will conduct labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association and review anticipated and existing litigation. A performance evaluation for the City Manager is also scheduled.

• Labor negotiations with Vallejo Police Officers Association
• Two cases of anticipated litigation
• Robinson v. City of Vallejo, et al. litigation review
• Vaughn v. Solano County, et al. litigation review
• City Manager performance evaluation

The City Council convened a special meeting consisting entirely of closed session discussions. No public actions or decisions were recorded in the open session.

City Council

The Council will consider an emergency proclamation regarding a public safety staffing emergency in the Police Department. The agenda also includes several contract approvals and budget amendments for infrastructure and water projects.

• Emergency proclamation for a public safety staffing emergency in the Police Department
• $2,559,656 appropriation for Infill Infrastructure Grant Program funds
• $401,715 construction contract for the Mini Drive Paving Project
• $658,314 contract for Water Main Capital Improvement Project Phase 2
• Honorary street name designations for Magazine Street and Calavares Street

The City Council declared a local public safety staffing emergency for the Vallejo Police Department with new reporting and spending restrictions. The Council also approved several infrastructure contracts and grant appropriations.

• Adopted emergency proclamation of public safety staffing emergency in Vallejo Police Department (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 for 911 equipment for new public safety dispatch center (unanimous)
• Approved response to 2022-2023 Solano County Grand Jury Emergency Dispatch Report (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500,000 amendment for emergency civil engineering on Redwood Street (unanimous)
• Approved $2,880,000 amendment for Water Department Pavement Repair Program
• Appropriated $1,424,000 Proposition 64 Grant award (Resolution 23-124 N.C.)
• Appropriated $2,559,656 in Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG) funds (Resolution 23-125 N.C.)
• Awarded $401,715 contract to Consolidated Engineering Inc. for Mini Drive Paving Project

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will receive an update regarding the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Our Town grant. Staff will also provide information about highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly. The meeting includes an oath of office for a new commission member.

• Update on NEA Our Town grant
• Staff update on highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly
• Oath of office for a new Commission member

The Commission approved the September 25, 2023, agenda and the minutes from the July 24, 2023, meeting. Members received updates on a National Endowment of the Arts grant application and discussed future agenda items.

• Approved September 25, 2023, agenda (5-0)
• Approved July 24, 2023, meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The meeting agenda for the Vallejo City Council on July 20, 2023, consists of encoded numeric sequences. No readable English text, names, or dollar amounts are present in the provided document to allow for a summary of items.

Surveillance Advisory Board

The board will discuss implementation updates and privacy policy recommendations for the RAVEN gunshot detection system. Members will also consider forming an ad-hoc committee to provide guidance to the Vallejo Police Department. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on drone technology and automated license plate reader usage.

• Update on RAVEN gunshot detection system implementation
• Review of draft RAVEN implementation and privacy policy
• Consideration of an ad-hoc committee for RAVEN recommendations
• Drone technology usage update
• Automated license plate reader (ALPR) technology updates

The Surveillance Advisory Board established a limited-purpose ad-hoc committee to provide recommendations to the VPD regarding the RAVEN implementation and privacy policy. The committee will exist for six months. The board also approved the May 18, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Approved May 18, 2023 minutes
• Created 6-month ad-hoc committee for RAVEN implementation and privacy policy recommendations (unanimous by members present)
• Appointed Chair Sorce and Boardmembers Lee and Moreno to the ad-hoc committee

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Commission will consider a request to enclose an existing porch for a new bathroom and add a wooden deck at 635 Louisiana St. The project involves exterior alterations visible from Overland Alley. Staff recommends approving the Certificate of Appropriateness.

• Certificate of Appropriateness #23-0001: porch enclosure and deck addition at 635 Louisiana St
• Approval of May 18, 2023, meeting minutes
• Potential formation of an ad hoc subcommittee for strategic planning

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee is meeting to develop a strategy for the upcoming Cycle 9 idea collection phase. The committee will also review the June 19, 2023, agenda and approve minutes from the June 21, 2023, meeting.

• Strategy development for Cycle 9 idea collection phase
• Approval of June 19, 2023, meeting agenda
• Approval of June 21, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for July 17, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 7, 2023.

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for July 13, 2023, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 10, 2023.

• No agenda items were scheduled

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting for closed session discussions. The agenda includes a conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation and labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
• Labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association (VPOA)

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

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing to approve service charges for sewer, upper lateral, and storm drainage services. The meeting also includes decisions on several infrastructure construction contracts and labor agreements.

• Public hearing regarding sewer, upper lateral, and storm drainage service charges
• Awarding $1,286,520 contract to APB General Engineering for 2023 Sewer Rehabilitation Project
• Authorizing up to $970,000 for engineering design at Sears Point Sewer Storage Facility #2
• Construction contract for Building 68 Rehabilitation Project not to exceed $330,000
• Labor agreements with Teamsters Local No. 315 and VFWD Management Association through 2028

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The meeting consists of procedural and administrative items for the Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District Financing Corporation. Proposed actions include approving minutes from July 12, 2022, and accepting an activity report.

• Approval of minutes from the regular meeting of July 12, 2022
• Acceptance of the VWFD Financing Corporation Activity Report

City Council

The Vallejo Housing Authority is considering a resolution to amend its 2023-24 budget. This includes approving a loan of up to $1,300,000 for permanent supportive housing at 2441 Broadway Street.

• $1,300,000 LMIHAF loan for the Broadway Project
• FY 2023-24 budget amendment
• Approval of June 27, 2023 meeting minutes

The Vallejo Housing Authority adopted Resolution No. 23-006 to amend the FY 2023-24 budget. This action approves a loan not to exceed $1,300,000 for the development of permanent supportive housing units at 2441 Broadway Street.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-006 to amend FY 2023-24 budget and approve LMIHAF loan up to $1,300,000 for 2441 Broadway Street (unanimous)
• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted the meeting agenda and consent calendar (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a construction contract for the Bay Trail/Vine Trail Gap Closure Project. The meeting also includes discussions regarding budget amendments and several commission appointments.

• $10,497,660.40 construction contract for the Bay Trail/Vine Trail Gap Closure Project
• $1,177,625 contract with SP Plus Corporation for parking management services
• Acceptance of a $1,424,000 BSCC Proposition 64 grant award
• Appointments to several city commissions including Planning and Housing & Community Development
• New policies for honorary street signs and ceremonial documents

The City Council approved a major construction contract for the Active Transportation Program and authorized several other service agreements. The council also appointed members to multiple city commissions and adopted new policies for honorary designations.

• Awarded $10,497,660.40 construction contract to Azul Works, Inc. for Bay Trail/Vine Trail Gap Closure Project (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,177,625 contract with SP Plus Corporation for parking management services (Unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 contract with Suite Treatments, Inc. for event planning services (Passed; 2 Noes)
• Accepted $1,424,000 BSCC Proposition 64 program grant (Unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment of $2,559,656 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 (Unanimous)
• Appointed 12 members to Civil Service, Culture + Arts, Design Review, Housing, Planning, and Sister City commissions (Unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023-24 goals and work plan for the Commission on Culture and the Arts (Unanimous)
• Adopted policies for honorary street signs, ceremonial documents, and keys to the city (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Vallejo Civil Service Commission will meet to consider changes to job specifications for entry-level and lateral police officers. The agenda also includes the introduction of a new HR Director and the selection of a new Chair and Vice Chair.

• Classification specification revisions for Police Officer (Entry)
• Classification specification revisions for Police Officer (Lateral)
• Introduction of New HR Director
• Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair

The Commission approved revisions to the classification specifications for Entry and Lateral Police Officers. The body also delayed the selection of its Chair and Vice Chair until the next meeting.

• Approved classification specification revisions for Police Officer (Entry) and Police Officer (Lateral) (unanimous)
• Delayed selection of Chair and Vice Chair to the next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved April 10, 2023 meeting minutes and agenda (unanimous)

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for July 6, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 3, 2023.

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on July 5, 2023. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss pending litigation, personnel matters, and real property negotiations. The Board will also confer with labor negotiators for Teamsters Local 315 and the VFWD Management Association.

• Closed session regarding pending litigation, personnel, and real property negotiations
• Labor negotiations with Teamsters Local 315 and VFWD Management Association
• Public community forum

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will select a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2023-24 fiscal year. The commission will also consider a funding request for the Business Recognition Program and establish members for a Graffiti Abatement Ad Hoc Committee.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for FY 2023-24
• Funding request for Business Recognition Program
• Establishment of Graffiti Abatement Ad Hoc Committee members
• Coastal Clean Up scheduled for September 23, 2023
• Earth Day Project scheduled for April 20, 2024

The Commission appointed its Chair and Vice Chair for FY 2023-24 and established a Graffiti Abatement Ad Hoc Committee. It also approved a funding recommendation to combine two years of budget for the Business Recognition Program.

• Appointed Chair Weyrich (unanimous)
• Appointed Vice Chair Tennyson (unanimous)
• Approved $800 total budget for Business Recognition Program (4-3)
• Established Graffiti Abatement Ad Hoc Committee with members Slater and Weyrich

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for July 3, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for July 17, 2023.

• No agenda items listed due to cancellation

City Council

The Vallejo City Council has called a special meeting to hold a closed session for a public employee performance evaluation regarding the City Manager. No other items are scheduled for discussion during this session.

• Public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager

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

• Held closed session regarding City Manager public employee performance evaluation

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority will hold a public hearing to adopt the fiscal year 2023-24 budget. The board will also consider a resolution for 74 project-based vouchers at Blue Oak Landing. Additionally, they will review minutes from the May 23, 2023 special meeting.

• Public hearing and adoption of the FY 2023-24 Housing Authority Budget
• Resolution for 74 project-based vouchers at Blue Oak Landing (2118 Sacramento Street)
• Approval of minutes from the May 23, 2023 special meeting

The Housing Authority unanimously adopted the budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24 following a public hearing. The board also authorized a housing assistance contract for 74 vouchers at Blue Oak Landing.

• Approved FY 2023-24 Housing Authority Budget via Resolution No. 23-005 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-004 authorizing a HAP contract for 74 vouchers at Blue Oak Landing (2118 Sacramento Street)
• Approved minutes from the May 23, 2023 special meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a public hearing for the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget. The agenda also includes several contract amendments, grant acceptances, and a Caltrans presentation on I-80 paving.

• Public hearing and adoption of the FY 2023-24 City Budget
• $2,559,656 Infill Infrastructure Grant for the Broadway Project
• $5,000,000 appropriation to the Fleet Replacement Fund
• $1,000,000 generator rental agreement with Peterson Power Systems, Inc.
• $924,085.49 for Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention programs

The City Council adopted the FY 2023-24 budget and approved $5 million for the Fleet Replacement Fund. The council also authorized several water infrastructure contracts and historic property preservation agreements.

• Approved $5,000,000 for the Fleet Replacement Fund (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 in funding for the Vallejo Historical Museum
• Approved $30,000 in funding for the Vallejo Main Street project
• Approved $600,000 from General Fund/Fund Balance for Police Building design project (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,000,000 for generator rental at Cordelia Water Pumping Complex
• Authorized $720,000 for DRS Marine, Inc. repair and maintenance services
• Approved $924,085.49 for Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention Program
• Directed staff to solicit RFP for a police independent auditor by July 20

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes a closed session to confer with labor negotiators representing Teamsters Local 315 and the VFWD Management Association. Other items include public comments and a community forum.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for Teamsters Local 315 and VFWD Management Association
• Public comments on Consent Calendar items
• Community Forum

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for vacancies on several city boards and commissions. These include the Civil Service, Planning, and Design Review boards. Final appointments are anticipated at the regular meeting on July 11, 2023.

• Interviews for Civil Service, Housing & Community Development, and Planning commissions
• Interviews for Sister City Commissions
• Interviews for Commission on Culture + Arts
• Interviews for Design Review Board

The City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for several city commissions and boards. No appointments were made during this session; appointments are anticipated for the July 11, 2023, regular meeting.

• Conducted interviews for Planning Commission applicants
• Conducted interview for Civil Service Commission applicant
• Conducted interview for Commission on Culture + Arts applicant
• Conducted interviews for Sister City Commission applicants
• Conducted interview for Design Review Board applicant
• Conducted interviews for Housing & Community Development Commission applicants

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will review a presentation regarding the art component of the Lake Dalwigk Park Improvement Project. Members will also consider recommendations for National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant applications and potential collaboration with the Solano County Arts Council. Staff will provide an update on featuring artists in the Vallejo Weekly.

• Presentation on art component of Lake Dalwigk Park Improvement Project
• Recommendation to submit a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant application
• Discussion on collaborating with Solano County Arts Council for 'Our Town' NEA application
• Update on highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly

The Commission approved collaborating with Carmen Slack and the Solano County Arts Council on a grant application. The body also received a presentation regarding art pieces for the Lake Dalwigk Park Improvement Project.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved May 22, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved collaboration with Carmen Slack and SCAC for NEA Our Town Grant (4-0)

Sister City Commission

The Commission will discuss updates regarding a vacancy on the commission and annual dues for Sister Cities International. Members will also review reports on international projects, including a drone camp in Tanzania and school relationships in Baguio. Additionally, the body will review 2023 expenditures and discuss gift policy research.

• Update on commission vacancy applicants and interviews
• Report on Tanzania Sister Cities Hybrid Drone Camp
• Research into gift policies from other cities
• Discussion of activities between Baguio High School and MIT Academy
• Review of 2023 expenditures to date

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The Board will hold a hearing to consider placing special assessment liens for unpaid fees, administrative charges, citation fines, and abatement costs onto the 2023-2024 tax roll. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the May 25, 2023, meeting.

• Special assessment hearing for unpaid code enforcement fees, fines, and abatement costs

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will discuss an outreach strategy for the Cycle 9 Idea Collection phase. The meeting also includes updates on Cycle 8 voting efforts and committee membership.

• Cycle 9 Idea Collection outreach strategy discussion
• Cycle 8 Vote outreach and staff updates
• PBSC membership updates
• Approval of May 24, 2023, special meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for June 21, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for July 3, 2023.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting focused on closed session items. The agenda includes negotiations regarding Mare Island properties and Farragut School, as well as labor discussions with the Vallejo Police Officers Association.

• Negotiations for Mare Island Properties (APNS 0066-050-170, 0066-050-180, and 0066-050-160)
• Price and terms negotiations for Farragut School property
• Labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association (VPOA)
• Discussion regarding one case of anticipated litigation

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

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss several city matters. The council will receive an update on the unhoused situation and consider a new community benefit improvement district for downtown. They will also consider authorizing 911 equipment procurement.

• Resolution for AT&T 911 equipment purchase up to $500,000
• Update on the unhoused situation and potential areas of opportunity in Vallejo
• Presentation on a new Downtown Vallejo Community Benefit Improvement District

The City Council unanimously adopted a resolution to purchase 911 equipment for the new public safety dispatch center from AT&T. Council also received updates and provided staff direction regarding the unhoused population and a proposed community benefit improvement district downtown.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-102 N.C. to purchase 911 equipment from AT&T not to exceed $500,000 (unanimous)

City Council

The SolTrans Board of Directors will consider a resolution for a transition to zero-emissions. The Board will also discuss an amendment to the Transdev operations and maintenance contract. Additionally, staff will provide an update on hydrogen fueling in Solano County.

• Resolution No. 2023-09 for Transition to Zero-Emissions Plan
• Amendment 2 to the Transdev operations and maintenance contract
• Update on the state of hydrogen fueling in Solano County
• Approval of May 18, 2023, meeting minutes

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for June 15, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2023.

• No items were scheduled due to the cancellation

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission is meeting to discuss strategic updates and approve a new workplan. The agenda includes status updates on the Economic Development Strategic Plan and pavement and pedestrian safety planning. The commission will also receive reports on business crime statistics and department updates.

• Approval of updated EVC Workplan focusing on three priority areas
• Economic Development Strategic Plan status update
• Pavement, pedestrian safety, and wayfinding planning discussion
• Report on Vallejo PD statistics regarding business crime

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will consider recommending the HACV fiscal year 2023-24 budget for approval. They will also discuss a housing assistance contract for 75 units at Blue Oak Landing. The meeting includes reviews of annual performance reports from previous years.

• Approval of the HACV Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget
• Execution of HAP Contract for Blue Oak Landing at 2118 Sacramento Street
• Review of FY 2020-21 and FY 2021-22 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Reports

The Commission recommended that the Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo (HACV) approve its budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24. It also recommended the execution of a housing assistance payments contract for Blue Oak Landing.

• Recommended approval of HACV Fiscal Year 2023-24 Budget (6-0-0)
• Recommended execution of Project-Based Voucher HAP Contract for Blue Oak Landing at 2118 Sacramento Street (6-0-0)
• Approved minutes from March 2, 2023, and April 6, 2023, meetings (6-0-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar and Agenda (6-0-0)

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission will meet to consider resolutions regarding its purpose, duties, and powers. The commission will also review a request for a budget allocation from the City Council for fiscal year 2023-24.

• Proposed changes to Chapter 2.36 of the Vallejo Municipal Code
• Resolution requesting a budget allocation for FY 2023-24

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will meet to conduct labor negotiations and discuss property terms for the Mare Island Sewer System. The agenda also includes a proposal to increase a security contract and updates on Mare Island.

• Increase SVT Gruppe, Inc. security contract from $120,000 to $247,000 for FY 22-23
• Negotiations regarding price and terms for the Mare Island Sewer System
• Delegation of investment program management to the District Treasurer for FY 2023-24
• Labor negotiations with Teamsters Local 315 and VFWD Management Association

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding proposed sanitary sewer and upper lateral service charges. The meeting includes the adoption of a five-year sewer rate schedule and a schedule of fees for fiscal year 2023-24. Additionally, the Board will consider approving the biennial budget for fiscal years 2023-24 and 2024-25.

• Public hearing on proposed sewer rates and upper lateral service charges
• Adoption of a five-year sewer rate schedule
• Adoption of District schedule of fees for FY 2023-24
• Approval of biennial budget for FY 2023-24 and 2024-25

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget resolutions and professional service contracts for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. This includes establishing a new city spending limit and reviewing various amendments to existing service agreements. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding property assessments for multiple landscape maintenance districts.

• Adoption of the FY 2023-24 Appropriations Limit at $174,537,951
• Fifth amendment to animal control and sheltering agreement not to exceed $1,038,792
• Contracts with Jam Services, Inc. and Azco Supply, Inc. for up to $250,000 each for traffic supplies
• Agreement with Foth & Van Dyke and Associates, Inc. for $155,822 for marina sedimentation analysis
• Public hearing on property assessments for various landscape maintenance districts

The City Council adopted a resolution establishing the FY 2023-24 appropriations limit at $174,537,951. The council also approved multiple professional service agreements for planning, HR, and animal control, and authorized assessments for several landscape maintenance districts.

• Established FY 2023-24 GANN appropriations limit at $174,537,951 (Res 23-075)
• Approved $49,749 in CalRecycle grant funds for Solid Waste Fund (Res 23-076)
• Approved $1,038,792 for animal control and sheltering services (Res 23-082)
• Approved $500,000 total for streetlight and traffic control supplies from Jam Services and Azco Supply (Res 23-083)
• Approved $155,822 for marina sedimentation analysis with Foth & Van Dyke and Associates (Res 23-079)
• Approved $220,500 for liability claims administration with Sedgwick Claims Management (Res 23-087)
• Approved assessments for 14 landscape maintenance districts for FY 2023-24 (Res 23-089)
• Approved planning consulting agreements with 4LEAF, Inc. and Interwest, Inc. for $68,480 each (Res 23-084, 23-085)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding design and landscape review entitlements for 961 Porter Street. The meeting also includes an overview of state housing regulations.

• Design and landscape review for 961 Porter Street
• Overview of State Housing Regulations
• Approval of April 14, 2022 minutes

Marina Advisory Committee

The Marina Advisory Committee will consider resolutions regarding the FY 2023/24 budget. This includes recommending a $500,000 appropriation for a dredging project and recommending that Council waive increases in marina fees. There are no staff reports associated with these items.

• Resolution recommending $500,000 in the FY 2023/24 CIP budget for a dredging project
• Resolution recommending Council waive increases in marina fees for FY 2023/24

Beautification Commission

The commission will review its 2023-24 work plan and meeting schedule. Discussion items include downtown business district tree lights and citywide graffiti/tagging. The agenda also includes updates on the Business Recognition Program and Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program.

• Downtown Business District Tree Lights
• Citywide Graffiti/Tagging
• CCRC Beautification Project Planning
• Business Recognition Program Update
• Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program

The Commission approved a change to its 2023-24 meeting schedule to meet once a month. Members discussed various proposals for the 2023-24 work plan, including youth art contests and utility box projects. Staff provided updates on downtown tree lights, graffiti abatement, and the relocation of Code Enforcement to the Planning and Building Department.

• Approved change of meeting schedule to monthly
• Approved June 7, 2023 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special session to discuss the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Budget. The purpose of the workshop is for the Council to provide input to staff regarding potential amendments to these proposed budgets.

• Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Budget workshop

The City Council conducted a budget workshop to review proposed revenues, expenditures, and the 5-year Fund Balance Forecast. Councilmembers provided direction to staff regarding the city fleet, Marina Dredging, Economic Development, Main Street reallocation, and the Mare Island CFD. No formal votes were recorded.

McCune Collection Commission

The commission will review a recommendation to the City Council regarding the acquisition of Fine Print Magazine. Members will also discuss policies for using the Albion Press and review city facility rental procedures. Additionally, the commission may authorize $430 for the purchase of archival storage binders.

• Recommendation to City Council regarding Fine Print Magazine donation
• $430 purchase of archival storage binders
• Discussion on Albion Press use and policy
• Information on City of Vallejo facility rental procedures

The Commission approved the purchase of archival storage binders and accepted the Treasurer's Report. It also recommended that the City Council accept a donation of the Fine Print Magazine Collection. Members discussed city facility rental procedures and website updates.

• Approved June 5, 2023 agenda and April 3, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended City Council accept Fine Print Magazine Collection donation (4-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report (4-0)
• Authorized approximately $430 for archival storage binders (4-0)
• Approved adding Book Club of California field trip to next agenda (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for several vacancies. These include positions on the Housing Authority, various city commissions, and advisory councils. Final appointments are anticipated at the June 27, 2023, regular meeting.

• Interviews for Vallejo Housing Authority - Tenant Commissioner
• Interviews for Beautification, Economic Vitality, Human Relations, McCune Collection, and Sister City Commissions
• Interviews for SolTrans Public Advisory Committee
• Interviews for the Solano County Library Advisory Council

The City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for several city commissions and advisory councils. No appointments were made during this session; appointments are anticipated for the June 27, 2023, regular meeting.

• Conducted applicant interviews for Solano County Library Advisory Council, Vallejo Housing Authority, SolTrans Public Advisory Committee, Beautification Commission, Economic Vitality Commission, Human Relations Commission, McCune Collection Commission, and Sister City Commission

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a General Plan Conformance Review for the Sacramento Street Road Diet Phase 2. The meeting also includes discussions regarding future zoning code updates and new state housing laws.

• General Plan Conformance Review for PW9728: Sacramento Street Road Diet Phase 2
• 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 regular meeting of the Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for June 1, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 6, 2023.

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a special meeting to elect a new chairperson and vice-chairperson. The agenda also includes reports on marina security, projects, and dredging RFP updates.

• Election of Marina Advisory Committee Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Report on Marina Improvements and Projects
• RFP Updates for dredging
• Report on Marina Security and Incidents
• Approval of February 2, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on May 30, 2023. The session is limited to a closed session public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager.

• Public employee performance evaluation of the City Manager

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

• Held closed session for City Manager public employee performance evaluation

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to receive an informational presentation regarding the Mare Island Community Facilities District (CFD). The presentation is provided by the MISTEA resident group. No official action or staff report is associated with this item.

• Informational presentation on Mare Island CFD by MISTEA resident group

The City Council held a special meeting to receive an informational presentation from the MISTEA resident group regarding Community Facilities Districts (CFD) on Mare Island. No substantive decisions were made or actions taken during the meeting.

• Received informational presentation from MISTEA resident group on Mare Island CFDs

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The Board will hear an appeal regarding administrative citations for trash, debris, and unpaved parking at 114 Palo Verde Way. The meeting also includes a review of special assessments notification processes and fee schedules. Additionally, the Board will introduce new code enforcement personnel.

• Appeal hearing for Case #CE22-0737 regarding trash, debris, and unpaved parking at 114 Palo Verde Way
• Review of special assessments notification process and fee schedules
• Introduction of Interim Code Enforcement Manager Orlando Givens and Cecilia Muela

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will review updates regarding the Cycle 8 Vote and project implementations. The committee also intends to appoint an ad-hoc committee of up to five members to organize a celebration for the vote results.

• Update on Cycle 8 Vote event calendar and tools
• Project implementation updates from city staff
• Appointment of a Vote Results Celebration Ad-Hoc Committee
• Approval of April 19, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will meet in a special session to discuss closed session items. These include existing litigation, real property negotiations for 2441 Broadway Street, and labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association.

• Litigation: Russell Charpentier and William Baker v. City of Vallejo
• Property negotiations for 2441 Broadway Street with Firm Foundation Community Housing
• Labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association (VPOA)

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

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority will meet in a special session to consider accepting a HUD grant for the Family Self-Sufficiency Program. The agenda also includes approving minutes from the March 28, 2023, meeting and amending the current fiscal year budget.

• Resolution to accept $117,488 FSS Program Coordinator grant for 2023
• Budget amendment to recognize $58,744 in FSS Program grant revenue
• Approval of March 28, 2023, meeting minutes

The Housing Authority adopted the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for submission to HUD. The board also accepted the completion of the lobby renovation project. Minutes from the February 28, 2023 special meeting were approved.

• Approved FY 2023-24 Annual Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan via Resolution No. 23-002 (unanimous)
• Accepted Vallejo Housing Authority Lobby Renovation Project by DMR Builders as complete (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for the February 28, 2023 special meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review a proposal to transfer ownership of Mare Island Cemetery to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The agenda also includes a $924,085.49 agreement for homelessness housing assistance and an increase to an IT purchase order.

• Transfer of Mare Island Cemetery from the City to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
• $924,085.49 agreement for the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention Program
• Increase of CDW Government LLC purchase order from $800,000 to $1.2 million
• Notice of intent to amend the Solid Waste Fund budget with $49,209 in grant revenue
• Resolution opposing Senate Bill 423 regarding multifamily housing approvals

The City Council approved several resolutions to transfer the Mare Island Cemetery to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Other actions included approving landscape maintenance assessments and funding for homeless housing assistance.

• Approved transfer of Mare Island Cemetery to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
• Approved $924,085.49 for Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention Program (Res. 23-071)
• Increased CDW Government LLC blanket purchase order to $1.2 million (Res. 23-070)
• Approved landscape maintenance assessments for FY 2023-24 (Res. 23-067, 23-068, 23-069)
• Amended 2023 legislative priorities and advocacy procedures (Res. 23-073)
• Recognized $49,209 in CalRecycle grant revenue for Solid Waste Fund
• Authorized display of commemorative flags at City facilities in 2023 (Res. 23-072)
• Took no action on opposing SB 423 regarding multifamily housing approvals

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will review several information-only reports. These include an update on National Endowment for the Arts grants and a report on highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Update from Grants Ad Hoc Committee regarding NEA Grant
• Report on National League of Cities webinar regarding Design Justice Toolkit
• Staff update on highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly

The Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 24 meeting. Members discussed a National Endowment of the Arts grant application and a webinar on Design Justice. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 22, 2023 agenda (5-0)
• Approved April 24, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The SolTrans Board of Directors will hold a public hearing regarding service realignment recommendations. The Board is also scheduled to approve the operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2023-24. Additionally, the agenda includes an update on the electrification project.

• Public hearing for service realignment recommendations
• Approval of the FY 2023-24 operating and capital budget
• Contract award for marketing and public relations services up to $492,300.00
• Real property negotiations for 1872 Broadway, Vallejo
• Approval of the SGR Project List for FY 2023-24

Sister City Commission

The commission will review updates regarding a vacancy and the upcoming Baguio delegation visit. Members are scheduled to vote on final budget categories for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The agenda also includes subcommittee chair nominations and a draft letter to Trondheim, Norway.

• Vote on final budget categories for fiscal year 2023-2024
• Nominations for Sister City and Friendship City subcommittee chairs
• Review of a draft letter to re-establish the Trondheim, Norway relationship
• Update on commission vacancy applicants and interviews
• Report on the upcoming Baguio delegation visit to Vallejo

Surveillance Advisory Board

The board will nominate and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also receive information regarding Peregrin Software and updates on Vallejo Police Department surveillance technologies. Future discussions are planned for drone usage, ALPR data, and facial recognition laws.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Information regarding Peregrin Software
• Updates on Vallejo Police Department surveillance technology
• Planned reports on drone usage and ALPR technology
• Discussion of AB-642 facial recognition implications

The Board elected Boardmember Sorce as Chair and Boardmember Balbuena as Vice Chair. The Board received reports on police surveillance technology, including the non-use of Peregrin Software and issues with flock raven beta technology.

• Elected Boardmember Sorce as Chair
• Elected Boardmember Balbuena as Vice Chair
• Approved March 16, 2023 minutes
• Approved Agenda and Consent Calendar

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for 717 - 719 Sacramento Street. The project involves exterior changes to convert a multi-family building into a single-family residence with an ADU and JADU. Staff recommends approval of the proposed alterations.

• Certificate of Appropriateness #22-0005 for 717 - 719 Sacramento Street
• Conversion of multi-family building to single-family residence with ADU and JADU
• Approval of April 20, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The regular Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee meeting scheduled for May 17, 2023, has been canceled. A special meeting is now scheduled for Wednesday, May 24 at 6:30 PM.

• Cancellation of the May 17 regular meeting
• Rescheduling of a special meeting for May 24

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on May 16, 2023. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss existing litigation involving Michael Nichelini and the City of Vallejo. The council will also conduct a performance evaluation for the City Manager.

• Litigation conference regarding Michael Nichelini vs. City of Vallejo
• City Manager performance evaluation

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

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a progress report on the Police/OIR implementation plan. The council will be able to comment on the presentation, though no formal action or staff report is associated with this item.

• Progress report on Police/OIR implementation plan

The City Council held a special meeting to receive a presentation and status update on the Police/OIR Implementation Plan. No formal actions or votes were taken on the items presented.

• Received progress report on Police/OIR Implementation Plan (no action taken)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for May 15, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for June 5, 2023.

• Cancellation of the May 15, 2023, regular meeting

City Council

The 2x2 Committee, representing Vallejo City Council and the Vallejo City Unified School District, will discuss updates regarding the Sports Center and Youth Center. The meeting also includes reports on various youth coordinator programs.

• Updates on the Sports Center
• Updates on the Youth Center
• Review of summer meeting schedules
• Vallejo Police Department Third Grade Reader Program update
• Bethel High School College and Career Fair information

Design Review Board

This meeting consists primarily of procedural items and reports. The board will also receive an overview of state housing regulations. No public hearings are scheduled for this session.

• Overview of State Housing Regulations

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special session to conduct closed-session business. This includes labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association and IBEW Local 1245. The council will also conduct a performance evaluation for the City Manager.

• Labor negotiations with Vallejo Police Officers Association (VPOA)
• Labor negotiations with International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 1245
• Performance evaluation of the City Manager

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

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will conduct a closed session conference with Teamsters Local 315 and the VFWD Management Association regarding labor relations. The meeting also includes a presentation on new statewide sanitary sewer waste discharge requirements. Additionally, the board will review recent disbursements and an update on Mare Island.

• Closed session conference with Teamsters Local 315 and VFWD Management Association
• Presentation on new Statewide Sanitary Sewer Waste Discharge Requirements
• Information update on Mare Island
• Approval of May 9, 2023, Disbursements Register

City Council

The City Council will consider a large-scale project to install advanced water metering infrastructure. The agenda also includes items to end a specific stage of the 2020 water shortage plan and approve various service contracts. Additionally, the council will review supplemental applications for city oversight committees.

• $15,669,387.04 contract with Badger Meter, Inc. for Advanced Metering Infrastructure installation
• $975,601.75 agreement with Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. for the Lake Dalwigk Improvement Project
• Resolution to end Stage 2 of the 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan
• $500,000 contract with Avila Project Management for on-call services
• $250,000 amendment for water department maintenance with Alfred Conhagen, Inc.

The City Council approved a major contract for advanced metering infrastructure and several water department service agreements. The council also ended a water shortage condition and approved supplemental applications for oversight committees.

• Approved $15,669,387.04 contract with Badger Meter, Inc. for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (unanimous)
• Approved $975,601.75 agreement with Interwest Consulting Group, Inc. for Lake Dalwigk Improvement Project
• Approved up to $500,000 for on-call project management services with Avila Project Management
• Approved up to $250,000 amendment with Alfred Conhagen, Inc. for water department maintenance
• Adopted resolution declaring the water shortage condition over and repealing Stage 2 of the 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan
• Approved supplemental application questions for the Measure P Oversight Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Police Oversight and Accountability Commission supplemental questionnaire with revisions to questions 16, 23, and 24 (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign support letter for Advance Peace’s violence intervention grant proposal (unanimous)

Marina Advisory Committee

The regular Marina Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for May 4, 2023, has been canceled. A special meeting will instead be held on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, in the Vallejo City Council Chambers.

• Cancellation of the regular May 4, 2023, meeting
• Special meeting scheduled for May 30, 2023

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for May 4, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 1, 2023.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for May 1, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for May 15, 2023.

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will hold a discussion regarding inclusive and accessible parks and playgrounds for people of all abilities. This includes a presentation by Greater Vallejo Recreation District General Manager Gabe Lanusse. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the February 7, 2023, special meeting.

• Presentation on inclusive and accessible playgrounds/parks by GVRD General Manager Gabe Lanusse
• Approval of February 7, 2023, special meeting minutes

The Human Relations Commission approved agendizing a discussion on inclusive and accessible playgrounds and parks for the April 26, 2023, meeting. The commission also approved adding items to the April agenda regarding the Council Member Liaison's vision and an update to the commission pamphlet.

• Approved minutes from 7.26.23 (unanimous)
• Approved agendizing discussion on all-inclusive parks and inviting Gabe Lanusse to present at the 4.26.23 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agendizing Council Member Matulac's vision for the HRC for the 4.26.23 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agendizing an update to the commission pamphlet for the 4.26.23 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

This special meeting of the Vallejo City Council includes a closed session for a public employee performance evaluation regarding the City Manager. No other items are scheduled for discussion during this session.

• Public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager

The City Council convened a special meeting that consisted primarily of a closed session. The closed session was held to conduct a public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager.

• Convened into Closed Session for City Manager performance evaluation

City Council

The City Council will consider several budget amendments, including $3 million in grant funds for the Broadway Project. The agenda also includes a presentation on protecting minors from tobacco products.

• $471,565 construction contract for F3 Marina Tenant Improvement/Barrier Project
• $3,000,000 budget amendment for the Broadway Project using ARPA funds
• $500,000 legal services agreement with White Brenner LLP
• Proposed tobacco retail license ordinance to protect minors
• Side letter agreement regarding Vallejo Police Officers' Association compensation

The City Council approved several resolutions including a $3M grant for the Broadway Project and a $471,565 contract for marina improvements. The Council also authorized a side letter agreement with the Police Officers' Association and directed staff to draft a tobacco retail license ordinance.

• Approved $3,000,000 Solano County ARPA grant for Broadway Project (Res. 23-053 N.C.)
• Awarded $471,565 construction contract to MVP Construction, LLC for F3 Marina project (Res. 23-052 N.C.)
• Approved side letter agreement with Vallejo Police Officers' Association for pensionable pay (Res. 23-059 N.C.)
• Approved HUD Annual Action Plan for FY 2023-24 (Res. 23-051 N.C.)
• Authorized $500,000 for legal services with White Brenner LLP for water and environmental law (Res. 23-057 N.C.)
• Approved $130,000 increase for Akin Gump Straus Hauer & Feld legislative services (Res. 23-056 N.C.)
• Amended salary plan to add one Housing Director position (Res. 23-055 N.C.)
• Determined by consensus that Council seniority will be decided in January 2025

City Council

The 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan, and Retirement Health Savings Program Committee will meet to discuss retirement plan updates. The agenda includes quarterly performance reviews and a review of the Investment Policy Statement.

• Approval of January 30, 2023 meeting minutes
• MissionSquare Q1 update presentation
• Hyas Group Q1 2023 performance review and investment policy statement review

The Committee approved updates to the Statement of Investment Policies and Guidelines for the city's retirement and health saving programs. The body also modified the fund watch list by removing one fund and adding another. These actions manage how city employee retirement funds are invested and monitored.

• Approved updates to 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, 401(a) Defined Contribution Plans, and Retirement Health Saving Program Statement of Investment Policies and Guidelines (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of PLUS Fund from watch status (Unanimous)
• Approved placement of MFS Mid Cap Growth Fund on watch status (Unanimous)
• Approved January 30, 2023, meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will determine which commissioners will work on a National Endowment for the Arts grant application. The body will also review a draft presentation regarding its 2023 goals and work plan for the City Council. Additionally, staff will provide an update on featuring artists in the Vallejo Weekly.

• Selection of commissioners for NEA grant application
• Review of 2023 Goals and Work Plan draft presentation
• Update on highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly
• Oath of office for a new commission member

The Commission established an ad hoc committee to pursue a $75,000 National Endowment of the Arts grant with a matching city contribution. Commissioner Annalisa Quismorio was sworn into office, and Commissioner Allen volunteered to manage artist highlights for the Vallejo Weekly.

• Approved appointment of Vice Chair Cook and Commissioners Vidor and Loew to the NEA Grant Ad Hoc Committee (6-0)
• Approved April 24, 2023 agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 27, 2023 meeting minutes with corrections to Item 9C (5-0)
• Administered Oath of Office to Commissioner Annalisa Quismorio

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Commission is considering three requests for Historic Property Preservation Agreements, known as Mills Act contracts. These applications involve properties at 816 Capitol Street, 514 El Dorado Street, and 228 Ohio Street. The meeting also includes updates regarding the Alden Park Flagpole and 1 Kentucky.

• Mills Act Contract #23-0001 (816 Capitol Street)
• Mills Act Contract #22-0005 (514 El Dorado Street)
• Mills Act Contract #22-0006 (228 Ohio Street)
• Alden Park Flagpole Report
• 1 Kentucky Update

City Council

The regular Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee meeting scheduled for April 19 at 6:30 PM has been canceled. A special meeting is being held instead at 7:00 PM on the same day.

• Cancellation of the regular PBSC meeting
• Rescheduling of a special meeting to 7:00 PM on April 19

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will meet to discuss the proposal development phase and Cycle 8 Vote processes. The committee also plans to review attendance policies and fill a vacancy for an Executive Committee Co-Chair.

• Appointment of an Executive Committee Co-Chair
• Update on the proposal development phase
• Discussion regarding Cycle 8 Vote processes and event calendars
• Review of PBSC attendance policy and logs

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special session to conduct closed sessions with legal counsel. These discussions involve anticipated litigation and existing litigation, specifically the case Vaugh, et al. v. Solano County.

• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation
• Closed session regarding existing litigation (Vaugh, et al. v. Solano County)

The City Council convened for a special meeting consisting primarily of a closed session. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

City Council

The Council will consider a resolution to execute a $3,000,000 American Rescue Plan Act grant agreement with Solano County. This item includes notice of intent to amend the fiscal year 2022-23 budget. The meeting also includes an informational workshop regarding Advanced Metering Infrastructure.

• $3,000,000 American Rescue Plan Act grant agreement with Solano County
• Notice of intent to amend the fiscal year 2022-23 budget
• Workshop on Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)

The City Council adopted a resolution to execute an American Rescue Plan Act grant agreement for $3,000,000. The council also received an informational workshop regarding Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI).

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-050 to execute a $3,000,000 American Rescue Plan Act grant agreement with the County of Solano (Unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the General Plan Conformance for the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes discussions regarding future zoning code updates and new state housing laws. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• General Plan Conformance Review for FY 2023-2024 Capital Improvement Program
• Discussion of Phase 2 Zoning Code Updates
• Discussion of Housing, Safety and Environmental Justice Elements
• Overview of new State housing laws

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is convening a special session to conduct discussions regarding council goal setting. The agenda includes opportunities for public comment on this topic and a formal discussion of the goals.

• Council goal setting discussion

The City Council participated in a facilitated workshop to review prior goals and establish goals for the coming fiscal year. The meeting included a review of FY 22-23 accomplishments and discussions on team performance and community meeting practices. No formal votes or legislative decisions were recorded.

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for April 13, 2023, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 11, 2023.

City Council

The 2x2 Committee will discuss a traffic study regarding the Nebraska Street closure and provide an overview of grant writing. The meeting also includes discussions on youth coordination and future items regarding SOLTRANS bus routes near schools.

• Nebraska Street closure traffic study discussion
• Grant writing overview
• Review of March 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Future discussion on SOLTRANS bus routes near schools

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct closed session business. The agenda includes discussions regarding anticipated litigation and real property negotiations for 1937 Broadway.

• Real property negotiations for 1937 Broadway
• Closed session regarding two cases of anticipated litigation

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

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will consider a construction contract for the New Bedford Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Project and authorize notice for a sewer fee rate increase hearing. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding labor negotiations with Teamsters Local 315.

• Construction contract for New Bedford Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Project up to $3,936,220
• Notice of public hearing for proposed sewer fee rate increase
• Approval of the District’s Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) update
• Closed session conference with Teamsters Local 315 and VFWD Management Association

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract for fire damage repairs to the JFK Library. The agenda also includes a motion to reconsider a side letter with the Police Officers' Association. Additionally, council members will discuss updates on police headquarters and unhoused vehicle locations.

• $263,000 contract for fire damage repairs to JFK Library at 505 Santa Clara Street
• Motion to reconsider side letter agreement with Vallejo Police Officers' Association
• $130,000 increase for legislative affairs services with Akin Gump Straus Hauer & Feld
• $301,801 budget amendment for COPS Crisis Intervention Teams grant
• Update on the Vallejo Police headquarters feasibility study

The City Council approved a contract for fire damage repairs at the JFK Library and a budget amendment for a police crisis intervention grant. Council also directed staff to prioritize expanding the Police Department at 111 Amador Street. Several items regarding tobacco pricing and safe RV locations were agendized for future meetings.

• Approved contract with Restoration Management Company for JFK Library fire repairs not to exceed $263,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $301,801 budget amendment for COPS Implementing Crisis Intervention Teams grant (Unanimous)
• Authorized SCI Consulting Group to prepare FY 2023-24 reports for multiple landscape maintenance districts (Unanimous; 2 abstentions)
• Authorized SCI Consulting Group to prepare FY 2023-24 report for Hiddenbrooke Maintenance District (Unanimous)
• Voted to reconsider a side letter of agreement with Vallejo Police Officers' Association on April 25 (Unanimous)
• Directed staff to relocate Corporation Yard and expand Police Department at 111 Amador Street (Unanimous)
• Agendized presentation on tobacco industry targeting of teens and potential pricing ordinance (Unanimous)
• Agendized options for safe RV/vehicle locations for the unhoused by June 30, 2023 (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to approve the agenda and meeting minutes from March 13, 2023. The commission is also scheduled to consider the title and specifications for a new classified Housing Director position.

• Approval of the title and specifications for a new Housing Director position
• Approval of the March 13, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission unanimously approved the title and specifications for a new classified Housing Director position. The meeting also included reports on the resignations of Chair Nisperos and Human Resources Director Ferguson.

• Approved title and specification of new classified position of Housing Director (Unanimous)
• Approved March 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Agenda and Consent Calendar (Unanimous)

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission will discuss potential recommendations to the City Council regarding changes to its current structure. The commission also plans to establish a Business Attraction and Retention Ad hoc Committee for a two-year period. Staff will provide updates on business support initiatives and new website development projects.

• Establishment of the Business Attraction and Retention Ad hoc Committee for a two-year term
• Discussion regarding possible recommendations to City Council on EVC structural changes
• Swearing in of Commissioners Mile and Hernandez
• Updates on VPD initiatives to support Vallejo businesses
• Update on new Economic Development Department website projects

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Action Plan. This plan includes the allocation of estimated CDBG and HOME Program funds to projects and activities. The meeting also includes an oath of office for Dennis Patrick.

• Public hearing: Proposed FY 2023-24 Annual Action Plan
• Allocation of CDBG and HOME Program funds
• Oath of Office for Dennis Patrick

The Commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Action Plan. This plan includes the allocation of estimated CDBG Program and HOME Program funds. The Commission also requested future quarterly reports from agencies receiving these funds.

• Approved Consent Calendar and Agenda (6-0)
• Adopted resolution recommending City Council approval of FY 2023-24 Annual Action Plan (6-0)

Beautification Commission

The Commission will consider the 2023-24 Work Plan Preparation and hear a presentation from One People Tribe, Urban Consulting Group. The agenda also includes discussions on downtown tree lights, citywide graffiti, and code enforcement.

• Presentation by Izzy Drumgoole of One People Tribe, Urban Consulting Group
• Action item for 2023-24 Work Plan Preparation
• Discussion regarding Downtown Business District Tree Lights
• Discussion on Citywide Graffiti/Tagging and Code Enforcement
• Updates on the Business Recognition Program and Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program

The commission received a presentation on mural-based graffiti abatement and reviewed the 2023-24 workplan template. No formal votes were recorded for the items discussed.

• Recommended mural project proposal be presented to the Commission on Arts and Culture
• Reviewed 2023-24 Workplan template for updates

McCune Collection Commission

The commission will hold an election to fill the vacant Chair position for the 2023 calendar year. Members will also vote on selecting volumes for preservation using 2023 funds and consider acquiring donated items.

• Election of the Chair position for 2023
• Selection of volumes for preservation using 2023 funds
• Approval of February 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Acquisition of items donated to the McCune Collection

The commission elected a new Chair and approved two specific volumes for preservation using 2023 funds. The body also approved the February 6, 2023, meeting minutes and scheduled a future discussion on Albion Press use policies.

• Elected Commissioner Benson as Chair (4-0)
• Approved April 3, 2023 agenda and February 6, 2023 minutes (4-0)
• Selected Publii Virgilii Maronis and Morias Egkomion for preservation (4-0)
• Approved placing Albion Press use policy on next month's agenda (4-0)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for April 3, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 17, 2023.

• Cancellation of the April 3, 2023, regular meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special session to conduct a closed session conference. This item involves labor negotiations between city officials and the Vallejo Police Officers Association.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding the Vallejo Police Officers Association

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

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority will hold a public hearing to consider the FY 2023-24 Annual Public Housing Agency Plan. The board will also vote to accept the completed lobby renovation project performed by DMR Builders.

• Public hearing for the FY 2023-24 Annual Public Housing Agency Plan
• Acceptance of the Vallejo Housing Authority Lobby Renovation Project by DMR Builders
• Approval of minutes from the February 28, 2023, special meeting

The Housing Authority adopted the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Annual Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan for submission to HUD. The board also accepted the completion of the lobby renovation project. Minutes from the February 28, 2023 special meeting were approved.

• Approved FY 2023-24 Annual PHA Plan via Resolution No. 23-002 (unanimous)
• Accepted Vallejo Housing Authority Lobby Renovation Project by DMR Builders as complete (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for the February 28, 2023 special meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will review several infrastructure and land use proposals. This includes approving final maps for new subdivisions and considering various grant applications. The agenda also features contracts for water bill services and laboratory testing.

• $1.5 million contract for generators at Cordelia Pumping Complex
• $1.4 million grant application to amend Downtown and Waterfront Specific Plans
• Final Map approval for Fairview at Northgate – Phase 1
• $1.125 million maximum contract for water bill printing and mailing
• Laboratory services contracts with Alpha Analytical and Eurofins Eaton

The City Council approved several resolutions for public works, including road improvements and water facility upgrades. The council also authorized grant applications for downtown planning and appointed members to the Surveillance Advisory Board and Commission on Culture & the Arts.

• Approved $1.5M contract with Cummins, Inc. for Cordelia Pumping Complex generators
• Authorized $1.4M grant application for Downtown and Waterfront Specific Plans with up to $500,000 matching funds
• Approved final maps for Fairview at Northgate Phase 1 and Waterstone Subdivision Phase 2A
• Approved $1.125M maximum contract with Infosend for water bill services
• Appointed Simon Lee to Surveillance Advisory Board and Annalissa Quismorio to Commission on Culture & the Arts
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-032 N.C. for SB 1 road improvement projects
• Approved $200,000 maximum contract increase for Baker Tilly
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-036 N.C. opposing the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will discuss grant opportunities from the National Endowment for the Arts and Creative Corps. Members will also review a draft letter regarding an art installation at South Waterfront Park. Additionally, the group will finalize its 2023 goals presentation format for the City Council.

• Deciding commissioners to work on NEA grant application
• Discussing Creative Corps grants up to $300,000
• Reviewing letter regarding 'Silent Company' art installation at South Waterfront Park
• Finalizing 2023 Goals and Work Plan presentation format
• Update on Artists Registry from the Ad-Hoc Committee

The Commission voted to research a potential grant from the Creative Corps Capital Region Program. It also approved sending a letter to the City Manager's Office regarding the installation of the Silent Company sculpture at South Waterfront Park.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 27, 2023 minutes with corrections to Item 9B (4-0)
• Approved research into pursuing the Creative Corps Capital Region Program grant (4-0)
• Approved sending a letter to the City Manager's Office to forward to Tribal Council regarding the Silent Company sculpture (4-0)
• Tabled Artists Registry item

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special meeting to confer with legal counsel. The agenda focuses on discussions regarding various existing lawsuits against the city and one case of anticipated litigation. No other business will be discussed during this session.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation
• Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation

The City Council convened a special meeting that consisted entirely of a closed session. The session was used for conferences with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. No public decisions or votes were recorded.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a report regarding police department staffing and response for service. There is no specific action or staff report associated with this item beyond receiving the update.

• Police department staffing and response for service update

The City Council held a special meeting to receive a report from Interim Chief of Police Jason Ta. The report covered police staffing, recruitment, crime statistics, and response times. No formal actions or votes were taken on the items presented.

• Received report on Vallejo Police Department staffing and response for service

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for March 20, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 3, 2023.

City Council

The SolTrans Board of Directors will review a 10-year financial forecast and consider several grant applications. The board also plans to authorize a contract for CNG fueling station maintenance services. A closed session is scheduled to negotiate price and terms for real property in Dixon.

• Contract award for CNG fueling station maintenance not to exceed $571,200
• Grant applications for FTA Low or No Emission and Bus and Bus Facilities programs
• Application for the Caltrans Clean California Local Grant Program
• Closed session negotiation regarding real property at 7277 Chevron Way
• Review of the 10-year financial forecast through 2032-33

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will consider a resolution recommending a Vallejo Police Department policy regarding the sharing of surveillance data with jurisdictions that may interfere with reproductive rights in California. The meeting also includes oaths of office for two board members.

• Resolution recommending a police policy on surveillance data sharing and reproductive rights
• Oath of office for Board Members Mike Moreno and Jasmine Chisley
• Approval of January 19, 2023 meeting minutes

The Surveillance Advisory Board adopted Resolution 001-2023 regarding the sharing of surveillance data with law enforcement agencies prosecuting or interfering with reproduction rights. The board also directed staff to add facial recognition (AB 642) to a future agenda. Two new members were sworn into office.

• Adopted Resolution 001-2023 regarding police surveillance data sharing (Unanimous)
• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved the meeting agenda and consent calendar
• Directed staff to add AB 642 (Facial Recognition) to a future agenda

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for March 16, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 20, 2023.

Sister City Commission

The commission will review an amended budget and discuss a new policy for managing international gifts. Members will also consider a draft letter from the Mayor to Trondheim and discuss youth activities and chair nominations.

• Review of amended budget
• Draft letter from the Mayor to Trondheim
• Discussion of gift policies for receiving and cataloging gifts
• Nomination of new Chair positions for Sister and Friendship cities
• Scheduling of recordkeeping subcommittee meetings

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will receive an update from city staff regarding the proposal development phase. The meeting also includes the administration of an oath of office to a newly appointed commissioner and the approval of minutes from January 18, 2023.

• Administration of oath of office to a newly appointed commissioner
• Update on the proposal development phase
• Approval of January 18, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. This closed session covers various lawsuits involving the city and the Vallejo Police Department.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation
• Review of cases including ACLU of Northern California v. Vallejo Police Department

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

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will receive a presentation on policy options for a wastewater rate study. They will also consider awarding a construction contract for the Austin Creek Trash Capture Project. Additionally, the Board may discuss creating an ad-hoc committee regarding Mare Island infrastructure.

• Construction contract for Austin Creek Trash Capture Project up to $579,344
• Presentation on wastewater rate study policy options
• Proposal to create a Mare Island infrastructure ad-hoc committee
• Closed session conference with Teamsters Local 315 and VFWD Management Association

City Council

The council will vote on an allocation plan to receive $2,213,960 in HUD funding. The agenda also includes accepting a grant for crisis intervention teams and authorizing code enforcement services.

• Approval of $2,213,960 HUD HOME-ARP allocation plan
• Acceptance of $301,801 COPS grant for crisis intervention teams
• Contract with 4LEAF, Inc. for code enforcement up to $205,960
• Completion of the Sacramento Street Bridge replacement project
• Introduction of an ordinance regarding administrative organization

The City Council approved a professional services agreement with 4LEAF, Inc. for code enforcement and accepted a $301,801 grant for crisis intervention teams. Council also appointed members to the Economic Vitality Commission and created an ad-hoc committee for Mare Island infrastructure.

• Approved $205,960 contract with 4LEAF, Inc. for specialized code enforcement through July 31, 2023
• Accepted $301,801 COPS grant for Implementing Crisis Intervention Teams (Resolution No. 23-026 N.C.)
• Approved HOME-ARP Revised Allocation Plan to receive $2,213,960 in HUD funding (Resolution No. 23-027 N.C.)
• Appointed Roberto Hernandez and Rob’Lena (Shay) Miles to the Economic Vitality Commission
• Accepted completion of Sacramento Street Bridge Replacement Project (PW9798)
• Created ad-hoc committee for Mare Island Flood & Wastewater infrastructure consisting of Mayor McConnell, Vice Mayor Verder-Aliga, and Councilmember Palmares
• Introduced ordinance to repeal and replace Section 2.10 of the Vallejo Municipal Code regarding Administrative Organization
• Authorized Mayor to support Solano Transportation Authority's Caltrans Climate Adaption Planning Grant proposal

Civil Service Commission

The Vallejo Civil Service Commission is meeting to review several employment classifications. The commission will consider approving new positions for a Housing Director and a Water Resources Manager. Additionally, members will review specification revisions for various engineering and communications roles.

• New classified position: Housing Director
• New classified position: Water Resources Manager
• Specification revisions for Assistant, Associate, and Senior Civil Engineer roles
• Specification revisions for Communications Operator II

The Commission approved the title and specifications for a new Water Resources Manager and revised specifications for four other job classifications. A decision on a new Housing Director position was delayed to a future meeting.

• Approved title and specification for new Water Resources Manager position (unanimous)
• Approved job classification specification revisions for Assistant Civil Engineer, Associate Civil Engineer, Senior Civil Engineer, and Communications Operator II (unanimous)
• Delayed decision on new Housing Director position to a future meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The 2X2 Committee will discuss the closure of Nebraska Street for before and after school programs and review city bus routes near schools. The meeting also covers youth center funding, resource guides, and various youth coordination updates.

• Discussion regarding the closure of Nebraska Street for before and after school programs
• Review of city bus routes near schools
• Discussion on sustainable funding and grants for resources and programs
• Update on Bloomberg Philanthropies Art Challenge Grant
• Proposal to extend the frequency or duration of 2X2 Committee meetings

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for March 9, 2023, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 13, 2023.

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a resolution recommending City Council acceptance of the 2022 Annual Progress Reports for the General Plan and Housing Element. The meeting also includes an oath of office for newly appointed commissioners.

• Resolution recommending City Council acceptance of 2022 Annual Progress Reports
• Oath of office for newly appointed commissioners
• Discussion of future Phase 2 Zoning Code updates

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will consider a recommendation to approve the Vallejo Housing Authority’s Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-24. This plan establishes goals and objectives required by HUD. The meeting also includes an oath of office for new members and reviews of written communications.

• Approval of Vallejo Housing Authority’s Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for FY 2023-24
• Oath of office for new members
• Review of HUD Annual Performance Assessment Program Year 2021
• Review of City of Vallejo letter to House of Acts dated January 9, 2023

The Commission recommended the approval and submission of the Vallejo Housing Authority’s Annual Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2023-24. It also recommended City Council approval of the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan following a final public hearing. Additionally, the body elected a new Vice-Chair.

• Recommended approval of Vallejo Housing Authority’s FY 2023-24 Annual Action Plan (5-0-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan (5-0-0)
• Elected Commissioner James as Vice-Chair (5-0-0)
• Approved minutes from Nov 3, 2022, Dec 1, 2022, and Feb 23, 2023 (5-0-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar and Agenda (5-0-0)

Beautification Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Beautification Commission scheduled for March 1, 2023, has been canceled. The notice states that a quorum cannot be reached.

• Cancellation of the March 1, 2023, regular meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on February 28, 2023. The agenda includes a closed session for labor negotiations between city representatives and the Vallejo Police Officers Association.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding the Vallejo Police Officers Association

The City Council convened a special meeting consisting entirely of a closed session. The session was held to confer with labor negotiators regarding the Vallejo Police Officers Association (VPOA). No public decisions were recorded.

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the December 20, 2022, regular meeting.

• Resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget
• Approval of minutes from the December 20, 2022, meeting

The Board of Directors unanimously adopted a resolution to amend the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget. The board also approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the December 20, 2022, regular meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-001 to amend the FY 2022-23 budget (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for the December 20, 2022 regular meeting (unanimous)
• Approved the Agenda and Consent Calendar (unanimous)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will consider purchasing the former Grant School and Crest School properties from the Vallejo Unified School District. The agenda also includes approving various city board appointments and several professional service agreements.

• Acquisition of 740 Fifth Street (former Grant School)
• Acquisition of 1220 Gateway Drive (former Crest School)
• $652,060.75 contract for network design with Smart Fiber Networks, Inc.
• $205,960 contract for code enforcement with 4LEAF, Inc.
• $500,000 contract increase for CSG Consultants, Inc.

The City Council authorized the purchase of the former Grant School and Crest School properties from the Vallejo City Unified School District. Both approvals included an amendment requiring further council authorization before closing escrow. The council also filled several vacancies on city boards and commissions.

• Approved acquisition of former Grant School at 740 Fifth Street (Resolution 23-023 N.C.)
• Approved acquisition of former Crest School at 1220 Gateway Drive (Resolution 23-024 N.C.)
• Approved appointments to AHLC, CEAB, CAC, HCDC, HRC, PBSC, SAB, and SolTrans Public Advisory Committee (Resolution 23-022 N.C.)
• Approved $652,060.75 network design agreement with Smart Fiber Networks, Inc. (Resolution 23-020 N.C.)
• Approved $500,000 contract increase and term extension for CSG Consultants, Inc. (Resolution 23-021 N.C.)
• Approved telecommunications lease amendment with Simplicity Towers LLC at 595 Mini Drive (Resolution 23-018 N.C.)
• Approved loan amendment for Blue Oak Landing project (Resolution 23-019 N.C.)
• Authorized Mayor to sign support letters for SR 37 / Fairgrounds Drive project

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will review its 2023 goals and work plan and receive updates on various grants. Members will also discuss including an art installation in the South Waterfront Park development. Additionally, the body will consider a request for assistance with a youth public works training project.

• Request for assistance with Vallejo Teaching Artists – Youth Public Works Project
• Proposal for 'Silent Company' art installation at South Waterfront Park
• Update on California Arts Council State-Designated Cultural District status
• Update on Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Art Challenge grant

The Commission approved assistance for the Vallejo Teaching Artists youth project and authorized a letter to the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation regarding art for the South Waterfront Park. The body also received updates on grant applications for Bloomberg Philanthropies and the NEA.

• Approved February 27, 2023 agenda (6-0)
• Approved January 23, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved request from Vallejo Teaching Artists (VTA) for project assistance (6-0)
• Approved drafting a letter to Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation via City Manager regarding the Silent Company sculpture and local artist inclusion for South Waterfront Park (6-0)

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The Board will hear a case regarding a notice of violation for deteriorated paint and unfinished siding at 25 Madigan Avenue. Additionally, members will discuss the possible establishment of a Code Enforcement Practices and Policies Sub-Committee.

• Hearing on Notice of Violation for Case #CE22-0389 (25 Madigan Avenue)
• Discussion on establishing a Code Enforcement Practices and Policies Sub-Committee

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission is reviewing a resolution regarding the Blue Oak Landing project on Sacramento Street. The proposal recommends that the City Council authorize an amendment to the HOME Investment Partnerships Program loan agreement. This change would reduce the City's investment from $2,186,710 to $495,229 to resolve a HUD finding.

• Resolution for Blue Oak Landing (Sacramento Street) loan amendment
• Reduction of HOME Program investment from $2,186,710 to $495,229

The Commission voted to recommend that the Vallejo City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a First Omnibus Loan Amendment for the Blue Oak Landing (Sacramento Street) Project. This amendment affects the HOME Investment Partnerships Program Loan Agreement, Promissory Note, Deed of Trust, and Regulatory Agreement.

• Approved Consent Calendar and Agenda (5-0-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of First Omnibus Loan Amendment for Blue Oak Landing project

Sister City Commission

The commission will review an amended budget draft and discuss establishing a gift policy for received items. Members will also consider drafting a letter from the Mayor to Trondheim, Norway. The meeting includes updates on various international sister city relationships.

• Review of amended budget draft
• Approval of October 17 and December 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding a new gift policy
• Drafting a letter from the Mayor to Trondheim
• Scheduling four subcommittee working meetings

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for February 22, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for March 6, 2023.

City Council

This special meeting of the Vallejo City Council is scheduled to hold a closed session with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation. No other items are listed for discussion at this session.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation

The City Council convened for a special meeting consisting entirely of a closed session. No public decisions were recorded.

City Council

The council will receive a report regarding a possible ordinance to separate homeless encampments from schools or day care facilities. The meeting also includes a street pavement workshop and updates on city goals and the unhoused crisis.

• Report on possible ordinance for separation of homeless encampments from schools or day care facilities
• Street pavement workshop presentation
• Update on prior year City Council goals
• Unhoused crisis update

The City Council continued a report regarding a possible ordinance on separation requirements for homeless encampments from schools or day care facilities. Other agenda items consisted of informational presentations on street pavement and city goals.

• Continued homeless encampment separation ordinance report to March 14 meeting (unanimous)

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding 1015 Walnut Ave in the Mare Island Quarters N. The proposal seeks to convert the first floor of this historic landmark into a space for a market and café/coffee shop. Staff recommends approval of the Certificate of Appropriateness.

• Conversion of 1015 Walnut Ave (Quarters N) into a market and cafe/coffee shop
• Public hearing for Certificate of Appropriateness #22-0011

City Council

The regular meeting of the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee scheduled for Wednesday, February 15, has been canceled.

• Cancellation of the February 15, 2023, PBSC regular meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct closed session discussions. This includes negotiating the price and payment terms for 2441 Broadway Street with Firm Foundation Community Housing. The council will also meet with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.

• Price and payment term negotiations for 2441 Broadway Street
• Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation

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

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will review a presentation regarding the Wastewater Rate Study to provide policy direction. The meeting also includes closed session labor negotiations and approval of routine administrative items.

• Presentation on the Wastewater Rate Study
• Closed session conference with Teamsters Local 315 and VFWD Management Association
• Approval of January 10, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of February 14, 2023, disbursements register
• Receipt of December 2022 monthly investment report

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will meet to review budget amendments and appointments to the Planning Commission. The agenda includes a side letter regarding pensionable compensation for Vallejo Police Officers. Additionally, the council will consider requests for future discussions on RV parking and Mare Island infrastructure.

• Contract with Swarco McCain, Inc. up to $250,000 for traffic control and safety equipment
• Agreement with Peterson Power Systems, Inc. up to $500,000 for generator rental at Cordelia Water Pumping Complex
• Side letter of agreement with Vallejo Police Officers' Association regarding pensionable compensation
• Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget and salary plan

The City Council approved several budget and salary plan amendments, including the addition of a Code Enforcement Officer. The council appointed two new members to the Planning Commission and authorized contracts for traffic equipment and generator rentals. A proposal for a police officer pension agreement failed to pass.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-011 N.C. for traffic control equipment contract up to $250,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-012 N.C. for generator rentals at Cordelia Water Pumping Complex up to $500,000
• Appointed Wanda Madeiros and Anthony Taylor to the Planning Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolutions 23-014 through 23-017 N.C. to amend FY 2022-23 budget, salary plan, and add one Code Enforcement Officer (1 Noe)
• Denied side letter agreement with Vallejo Police Officers' Association regarding pensionable compensation (2-4)
• Scheduled April 11 meeting to discuss safe RV/vehicle locations for the unhoused (Unanimous)
• Scheduled February 28 meeting to discuss an ad-hoc committee for Mare Island Flood & Wastewater infrastructure (Unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Civil Service Commission scheduled for February 13, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 13, 2023.

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for February 9, 2023, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 9, 2023.

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission will discuss the 2023 workplan and business safety measures. The commission is also scheduled to establish an ad hoc committee for business attraction and retention.

• Establishment of the Business Attraction and Retention Ad hoc Committee
• Presentation on business safety and security by Vallejo Police Department
• Discussion regarding the 2023 Workplan
• Quarterly update on economic development activities
• Update on new Economic Development Department website performance indicators

City Council

The City Council will conduct applicant interviews for various vacancies during this special meeting. These include positions on the Surveillance Advisory Board, Commission on Culture & the Arts, Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee, and SolTrans Public Advisory Committee. Appointments are expected at the February 28, 2023, regular meeting.

• Interviews for Surveillance Advisory Board (Districts 2, 4, and 5)
• Interviews for Commission on Culture & the Arts
• Interviews for Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee
• Interviews for SolTrans Public Advisory Committee

The City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for several advisory boards and committees. No appointments were made during this session; appointments are anticipated for the February 28, 2023, regular meeting.

• Conducted interviews for Surveillance Advisory Board (Districts 2, 4, and 5)
• Conducted interviews for Commission on Culture & the Arts
• Conducted interviews for Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee
• Conducted interviews for SolTrans Public Advisory Committee

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will consider a request to add a discussion on inclusive and accessible parks for people of all abilities to its April 26, 2023, regular meeting agenda. The commission will also receive reports from the secretary and council member liaison.

• Request to agendize discussion on inclusive and accessible playgrounds/parks
• Approval of July 26, 2022, meeting minutes

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission will hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer positions for the 2023 calendar year. The commission will also review the mid-year FY 2022-23 budget and the proposed FY 2023-24 budget.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer for 2023
• Review of Mid-Year FY 2022-23 Budget and FY 2023-24 Budget submission
• Approval of Treasurer’s Report ending December 31, 2022
• Acquisition of items donated to the McCune Collection
• Review of Vallejo Museum Graphic Proposal

The Commission elected James Petka as Vice Chair and Joanne Schivley as Treasurer. The body approved the Mid-Year FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24 budgets. No one accepted the nomination for Chair, and staff will consult the City Attorney regarding term limits.

• Approved February 6, 2023 agenda and September 7 and October 3, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Elected James Petka as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Elected Joanne Schivley as Treasurer (5-0)
• Approved Treasurer's Report ending December 31, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Mid-Year FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24 budgets (5-0)
• Decided to send a memo to City Council via the City Manager Office instead of a presentation

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will conduct applicant interviews for several vacancies during this special meeting. These include positions on the Human Relations, Housing & Community Development, Economic Vitality, and Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commissions, as well as the Code Enforcement Appeals Board. Final appointments are anticipated at the February 28, 2023, regular meeting.

• Interviews for Human Relations Commission vacancies
• Interviews for Housing & Community Development Commission vacancies
• Interviews for Economic Vitality Commission vacancies
• Interviews for Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commission vacancies
• Interviews for Code Enforcement Appeals Board vacancies

The City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for several city commissions and boards. No appointments were made during this session; appointments are anticipated for the February 28, 2023, regular meeting.

• Conducted interviews for Human Relations Commission applicant Melvin Jones
• Conducted interviews for Housing & Community Development Commission applicants Tonia Lediju and Dennis Patrick
• Conducted interviews for Economic Vitality Commission applicants Rob’Lena (Shay) Miles, Tiffany Tatum and Roberto Hernandez
• Conducted interviews for Architectural Heritage & Landmarks Commission applicants Annalissa Quismorio and Angela McDonald
• Conducted interviews for Code Enforcement Appeals Board applicants Edward Taylor, Vanessa Pilate and Rafael Mariscal

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a new Dutch Bros restaurant project. The proposal involves demolishing an existing 3,683-square-foot building to construct a 950-square-foot facility with dual drive-through lanes. Staff recommends approval of the requested permits and design reviews.

• Public hearing for Dutch Bros restaurant at 1598 Fairgrounds Drive
• Demolition of existing 3,683-square-foot commercial building
• Construction of a new 950-square-foot restaurant with dual drive-through lanes

City Council

The 2x2 Committee will discuss the VCUSD strategic plan update and student internships with Solano Community College. The meeting also includes updates on the Vallejo Police Department and the National League of Cities. No items are scheduled for action during this meeting.

• VCUSD Strategic Plan Update
• Solano Community College and High School student internships/employment with the City
• Vallejo Police Department updates
• National League of Cities update
• Approval of November 9, 2022 meeting minutes

Marina Advisory Committee

The Marina Advisory Committee will administer oaths of office to newly appointed members. The meeting includes reports on marina improvements, security incidents, and dredging prefabrication. No items are scheduled for action on the action calendar.

• Oath of Office for Brenda Pletachy and Kenneth Wright
• Report on Marina Improvements and Projects
• Report on Marina Security and Incidents
• Update on RFP processes
• Discussion regarding prefabrication of dredging

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for February 2, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 2, 2023.

City Council

The City Council will conduct applicant interviews for the Surveillance Advisory Board for Districts 2 and 5. The session also includes interviews for two vacancies on the Planning Commission. Appointments are expected at the regular meeting on February 14, 2023.

• Interviews for Surveillance Advisory Board (Districts 2 and 5)
• Interviews for two Planning Commission vacancies

The City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for the Surveillance Advisory Board and the Planning Commission. No appointments were made during this session; the council anticipates making those appointments at the February 14, 2023, regular meeting.

• Conducted interviews for Surveillance Advisory Board District 2 applicants
• Conducted interviews for Surveillance Advisory Board District 5 applicants
• Conducted interviews for Planning Commission applicants

City Council

The committee will review 2023 strategy updates from MissionSquare and a performance review from Hyas Group. Members will also consider approving new committee members and changing future meeting dates.

• Approval of new committee members
• Proposal to move meetings to the last Monday of April, July, and October
• MissionSquare 2023 strategy and data analytics presentation
• Hyas Group Q4 2022 performance review

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The provided agenda contains only procedural information and instructions for public participation. No specific cases, ordinances, or items for decision are listed in this document.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting for closed session discussions. The agenda includes labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association and property negotiations regarding Farragut Academy. The council will also meet with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation.

• Labor negotiations with the Vallejo Police Officers Association
• Property negotiations for Farragut Academy (APN: 0055-044-170) involving price and terms of payment
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

The City Council met for a special session conducted entirely in closed session. No public decisions, votes, or actions were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The City Council will review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and provide notice of intent to amend the 2022-23 budget. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding housing funds and several municipal service contracts.

• Resolution for $864,418 in Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funding
• Contract for Mud Press Facility roof replacement up to $235,000
• Design services agreement with Smart Fiber Networks Inc. up to $108,000
• Notice of intent to amend the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget and salary plan
• Presentation on future changes to the WETA ferry terminal configuration

The City Council approved several resolutions for housing, infrastructure, and IT services. The council also provided notice of intent to amend the FY 2022-23 budget to add one Code Enforcement Officer position.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-008 N.C. for 2022 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program ($864,418)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-009 N.C. for Water Department Mud Press Facility roof replacement (not to exceed $235,000)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-010 N.C. for Smart Fiber Networks Inc. design services (not to exceed $108,000)
• Unanimously approved the FY 2022-23 budget amendment to add one Code Enforcement Officer position
• Unanimously received the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2022
• Ratified payment of claims for November 2022
• Accepted City Treasurer’s Investment Report for quarter ended December 31, 2022
• Unanimously agreed to form a Finance/Budget Subcommittee to address four accounting and reporting requests from Mayor McConnell

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will discuss several updates regarding arts funding and programs. This includes reviewing the 2023 goals and work plan, as well as receiving information on ARPA grants and a potential state-designated cultural district.

• Review and finalization of the 2023 goals and work plan
• Overview of California Arts Council State-Designated Cultural District application
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant funding for nonprofits
• Information from the Grants Ad Hoc Committee
• Update on the Artists Registry

The Commission on Culture & the Arts recommended that an Ad-Hoc Committee pursue a Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Art Challenge Grant for citywide projects. The body also received updates on ARPA funding for nonprofits and the California Arts Council State-Designated Cultural District.

• Recommended Ad-Hoc Committee pursue Bloomberg Philanthropies Public Art Challenge Grant (by consensus)
• Approved January 23, 2023 agenda (4-0)
• Approved November 16, 2022 special meeting minutes (5-0)

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will review presentations from the Vallejo Police Department regarding Flock Data Sharing Policies and Practices. The board will also discuss the department's use of Key Cell Site Simulators in the city. Following these presentations, the board may issue recommendations.

• Presentation on Flock Data Sharing Policies and Practices
• Presentation on Key Cell Site Simulator Usage
• Approval of November 17, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board reviewed the Vallejo Police Department's Flock Data Sharing Policies and cell site simulator usage. Staff were directed to draft a resolution for the ALPR policy and provide periodic usage logs for cell site simulators.

• Approved November 17, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Directed Chief Assistant City Attorney to draft a resolution for Flock ALPR policy changes
• Directed Board Secretary to provide periodic cell site simulator usage logs

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for January 19, 2023, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 16, 2023.

City Council

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will review updates on the proposal development phase. The committee will also discuss requirements for a new community survey regarding project efficacy.

• Oath of office for a newly appointed commissioner
• Update on the proposal development phase
• Discussion on project participant survey format and questions
• Approval of November 16, 2022, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for January 18, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for February 6, 2023.

• No items scheduled due to meeting cancellation

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a workshop regarding a Project Labor Agreement. The council will receive a staff presentation and may provide direction to staff. There is no staff report associated with this item.

• Project Labor Agreement workshop and possible direction to staff

The City Council held a workshop on Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) featuring presentations from staff and the Napa-Solano Building and Construction Trades Council. Following the discussion, the Council directed staff to return with a PLA for further consideration.

• Directed staff to return to Council with a Project Labor Agreement for further discussion and consideration

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for January 12, 2023, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 9, 2023.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a closed session conference with real property negotiators. The discussion involves negotiating the price and payment terms of a lease for the property at 289 Mare Island Way.

• Lease negotiations for 289 Mare Island Way between the City of Vallejo and Panama Bay Coffee

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

• Held closed session to discuss lease price and terms for 289 Mare Island Way with Panama Bay Coffee

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will elect officers for 2023 and review the annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. Additionally, Carollo Engineers and District staff will present a wastewater rate study to provide policy direction.

• Election of 2023 officers and oath of office for trustees
• Presentation on the Wastewater Rate Study
• Adoption of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022
• Review of November 2022 monthly investment report
• Approval of January 10, 2023 disbursements register

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several budget amendments and contract updates. This includes increasing the Community Development Block Grant budget and adjusting staffing service agreements. The Council will also consider a memorandum of understanding with CAMP and a side letter regarding police officer compensation.

• $1,080,266 increase to the FY 2022-23 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) budget
• Contract amendment for Bolt Staffing Service, Inc. up to $1,000,000 total
• Contract amendment for CPS HR Consulting up to $110,000 total
• Memorandum of Understanding with the CAMP association
• Side letter for Vallejo Police Officers' Association regarding pensionable pay

The City Council approved a budget increase for the Community Development Block Grant program and two staffing service amendments. Council also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with CAMP, while continuing a police officer pension agreement to a later date.

• Approved Resolution No. 23-003 N.C. confirming 2023 appointments to commissions, boards, and committees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 23-004 N.C. increasing FY 2022-23 CDBG Program revenue and expenditures by $1,080,266
• Approved Resolution No. 23-005 N.C. increasing Bolt Staffing Service, Inc. contract by $700,000 to a maximum of $1,000,000
• Approved Resolution No. 23-006 N.C. increasing CPS HR Consulting contract by $60,000 to a maximum of $110,000
• Approved Resolution No. 23-007 N.C. adopting the Memorandum of Understanding with CAMP (Noes-Bregenzer)
• Continued the side letter of agreement with Vallejo Police Officers' Association to a future date (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The commission is reviewing the creation of a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor position and updates to several existing job classifications. Additionally, members will consider revising rules for pre-employment physical requirements.

• New classified position: Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
• Specification revisions for Sr Accountant, Accountant, and Customer Service Representative
• Revision of Civil Service Rule Section 7.2 regarding pre-employment physical requirements

The Commission approved the creation of a Facilities Maintenance Supervisor position and updated specifications for three other job roles. It also revised pre-employment physical requirements to exclude administrative and non-labor staff.

• Approved title and specifications for new Facilities Maintenance Supervisor position (Unanimous)
• Approved specification revisions for Sr. Accountant, Accountant, and Customer Service Representative (Unanimous)
• Approved revision of Civil Service Rule Section 7.2 to exclude administrative and non-labor roles from pre-employment physical requirements (Unanimous)
• Approved December 12, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Housing & Community Development Commission

The regular meeting of the Housing and Community Development Commission scheduled for January 5, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 2, 2023.

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for January 4, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, January 18, 2023.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will meet to ratify a resolution regarding lease agreements with the Vallejo Public Financing Authority. The proposal involves substituting 400 Mare Island Way for certain Blue Rock Springs Golf Course parcels in master lease exhibits. The council will also hold presentations for outgoing members Brown, Dew, and Miessner.

• Ratification of amended Master Lease Agreement and Master Site Lease exhibits
• Substitution of 400 Mare Island Way for Blue Rock Springs Golf Course property parcels
• Presentations to outgoing Councilmembers Brown, Dew, and Miessner

The City Council adopted a resolution to substitute 400 Mare Island Way for the Blue Rock Springs Golf Course property in a master lease agreement. The council also approved previous meeting minutes and recognized outgoing councilmembers.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-001 N.C. substituting 400 Mare Island Way for Blue Rock Springs Golf Course property in lease agreements
• Approved minutes for special meetings of Dec 6, 12, 15 and regular/special meetings of Dec 13, 20
• Approved Agenda and Consent Calendar (Noes-Arriola)

City Council

The meeting focuses on administrative transitions following an election, including the administration of oaths to newly elected councilmembers. The Council will also select a Vice Mayor for the 2023-2024 term and determine council seating. No specific legislative actions or contracts are listed in this agenda.

• Administration of oath of office to newly elected councilmembers
• Selection of a Vice Mayor for the term January 3, 2023, to January 9, 2024
• Selection of council seating

The City Council administered oaths of office to three newly elected members. The Council unanimously elected Councilmember Verder-Aliga to serve as Vice Mayor for the term of January 3, 2023, to January 9, 2024.

• Adopted Resolution No. 23-002 N.C. electing Councilmember Verder-Aliga as Vice Mayor (unanimous)
• Approved the Agenda and Consent Calendar (unanimous)