Vallejo public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special meeting on December 30, 2024, with only a closed session on its agenda. The closed session includes discussion of existing litigation (Alfred v. City of Vallejo, Case No. 2:24-cv-03317-DC-SCR) and anticipated litigation (one case). No public action items or votes are scheduled.

• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel on existing litigation Alfred v. City of Vallejo (U.S. District Court Case No. 2:24-cv-03317-DC-SCR)
• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel on anticipated litigation (one case) pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss existing litigation (Alfred v. City of Vallejo) and anticipated litigation. No substantive public decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after closed session.

• Convened into closed session for existing litigation (Alfred v. City of Vallejo)
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (one case)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:54 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the Vallejo General Plan Housing Element for the 6th Cycle (2023–2031), which includes rezoning three parcels from RMD to RHD and amending land use designations. The Council will also hold a continued public hearing on establishing fees for the Tobacco Retail License program and consider introducing an ordinance amending tobacco retail licensing. On the consent calendar, the Council will vote on increasing a contract with Economic Forensics and Analytics by $355,000 (to a max of $600,000) for economic development strategic plan tasks, extending the term through December 2026.

• Adopt Housing Element for 6th Cycle and rezone three parcels (APNs: 0051-250-230, 0052-110-140, 0069-032-240) from RMD to RHD
• Continued public hearing and adoption of fees for Tobacco Retail License program
• Introduction of ordinance amending Tobacco Retail Licensing (Chapter 5.10)
• First amendment to agreement with Economic Forensics and Analytics, increasing compensation by $355,000 to $600,000 and extending term to December 31, 2026

The Vallejo City Council adopted the 6th Cycle Housing Element (2023-2031) with amendments, established tobacco retail license fees with a reduced initial fee, introduced a tobacco licensing ordinance amendment, and redirected $355,000 in ARPA funds to create a small business revolving loan fund. The council also declined to approve a contract amendment with Economic Forensics and Analytics, Inc. for economic development tasks.

• Adopted Resolution No. 24-210 N.C. for the Housing Element and rezoning (5-0-1, McConnell abstained)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-211 N.C. establishing tobacco retail license fees, initial fee set at $2,500 (5-2)
• Introduced ordinance amending tobacco retail licensing (5-2)
• Approved $355,000 ARPA contract with Solano Economic Corporation for Vallejo Small Business Revolving Loan Fund (unanimous)
• Denied contract amendment with Economic Forensics and Analytics, Inc. (6-1)
• Failed substitute motion to fund Facilities Master Plan at $155,000 (2-5)

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The regular Vallejo Commission on Culture and the Arts meeting scheduled for December 23, 2024, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for December 19, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is tentatively set for January 16, 2025.

Police Oversight & Accountability Commission

The Police Oversight & Accountability Commission will hold a special meeting for a workshop on the powers, duties, and responsibilities of the commission, presented by the City Attorney and Chief Assistant City Attorney. No action is required on this item. The meeting also includes discussion to confirm the next meeting date for training purposes.

• Training on the Powers, Duties & Responsibilities of the Commission by City Attorney and Chief Assistant City Attorney
• Discussion to confirm next meeting for training purposes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the price and payment terms for a property sale to Blue Rock Springs, LLC, and to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Attorney. The meeting is limited to the items listed on the agenda.

• Closed session to negotiate property terms for Blue Rock Springs, LLC
• Performance evaluation of the City Attorney
• Meeting limited to agenda items only
• Public comment allowed on agenda items
• Meeting held at 555 Santa Clara Street

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss real property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC and to conduct a performance evaluation of the City Attorney. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without public action.

• Convened closed session for real property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC (no action taken)
• Convened closed session for City Attorney performance evaluation (no action taken)

Housing Authority

The Vallejo City Council, acting as the governing board of the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, will meet in special session to consider a single action item. The board is asked to adopt a resolution approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) covering July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Adopt resolution approving ROPS 25-26 for the former redevelopment agency

The Vallejo City Council, acting as the governing board of the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency, held a special meeting and unanimously approved the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 (ROPS 25-26) via Resolution No. 24-001. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Adopted Resolution No. 24-001 approving ROPS 25-26 (unanimous)

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo will consider approving the Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) annual report for fiscal year 2023-24. The body will also vote on a schedule of regular meeting dates for 2025 and 2026.

• Approval of the FY 2023-24 Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) annual report
• Adoption of the regular meeting date schedule for 2025 and 2026

The Vallejo Housing Authority unanimously approved two consent items: a resolution setting regular meeting dates for 2025 and 2026, and a resolution approving the Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) annual report for fiscal year 2023-24, directing staff to post it online and forward it to the state by December 31, 2024. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Resolution No. 24-011 approving 2025-26 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-012 approving LMIHAF annual report for FY 2023-24 (unanimous)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes several budget and contract actions. Items include repealing peddler ordinances, a $140,584 tire‑rubber surface sealer contract, a $1.5 million grant amendment to the Marina Fund, and a $487,129.25 NeoGov services agreement. Additional resolutions adopt the Economic Development Strategic Plan and other agreements with CalTrans and local partners.

• Adopt ordinance repealing sections 5.04.200 and 8.40.100 on peddlers and adding Chapter 5.02
• Approve $140,584 contract with Pavement Coatings Co. for tire‑rubber modified surface sealer on Tuolumne St, Georgia St, and Catalina Circle
• Amend FY 2024‑25 Marina Fund Budget to receive and expend $1,500,000 CNRA grant (Step 2)
• Approve NeoGov services agreement for HR Information System and Payroll, not‑to‑exceed $487,129.25
• Adopt the City of Vallejo Economic Development Strategic Plan for 2024‑2030

The Vallejo City Council unanimously adopted the 2024-2030 Economic Development Strategic Plan, approved a redevelopment agreement with Blue Rock Springs, LLC, and authorized a $2.29M Axon Enterprise contract for police body cameras and related equipment. The council also confirmed the continued state of local emergency regarding public safety staffing. All actions were approved as recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted Resolution No. 24-207 adopting the Economic Development Strategic Plan 2024-2030 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-208 approving Blue Rock Springs redevelopment agreement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-209 authorizing Axon Enterprise agreement up to $2,293,030 for police equipment (unanimous, Arriola absent)
• Confirmed continued state of local emergency for public safety staffing (unanimous, Arriola absent)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1876 N.C. updating sidewalk vending and peddler rules (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-198 awarding $140,584 road sealing contract to Pavement Coatings Co. (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-199 accepting $1.5M CNRA grant for marina fund (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-200 approving NeoGov services agreement up to $487,129.25 (unanimous)

Sister City Commission

The commission will review draft recordkeeping and gift policies. The meeting also includes a midyear budget review and updates on the Japanese Garden.

• Draft recordkeeping policy presentation
• Draft gift policy presentation
• Japanese Garden status update regarding December 3, 2024, Public Works meeting
• Midyear budget review of expenditures to date
• Proposed 2025 meeting schedule

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for December 16, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for January 6, 2024.

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a public hearing on the Rollingwood Subdivision, a proposal for 130 single-family homes at 201 Rollingwood Drive. Staff recommends the Board adopt a resolution recommending approval of the Design Review and Landscape Review to the Planning Commission.

• Rollingwood Subdivision – 130 single-family homes, site improvements, landscaping, lighting, and pedestrian path at 201 Rollingwood Drive (APNs 0072-170-050 & -060); Design Review and Landscape Review only

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The regular meeting of the Economic Development Commission scheduled for December 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 8, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 6th Cycle Housing Element Update. This includes a General Plan amendment and zoning map amendments to upzone three specific sites to meet Regional Housing Needs Allocation requirements.

• Public hearing for 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (GPA24-0001, CTA24-0004)
• Proposed upzoning of three sites: APNs 0052110140, 0051250230, and 0069032240
• Text amendment to Chapter 16.301 of the Vallejo Municipal Code

The Vallejo Planning Commission held a public hearing and unanimously voted to recommend that the City Council adopt the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update for 2023-2031, including related General Plan and Zoning Amendments. The recommendation also includes a revised tenant protection program that would have the City Council consider rent stabilization and just cause for eviction ordinances by September 2025. The vote was 5-0, with two members absent.

• Recommended City Council adoption of the Housing Element Update for 2023-2031 (5-0)
• Recommended adoption of General Plan and Zoning Amendments to implement Housing Programs A.1.1.6 and A.1.1.7 (5-0)
• Recommended revising Housing Element Program F.1.1.3 to include rent stabilization and just cause for eviction ordinances, with timeline changed from June 2026 to September 2025 (5-0)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Vallejo City Council called solely to hold a closed session. The council will discuss three specific liability claims and two anticipated litigation matters. No other business will be considered.

• Closed session discussion of liability claim: Ritzie Tolentino v. City of Vallejo
• Closed session discussion of liability claim: Anthony Cano v. City of Vallejo
• Closed session discussion of liability claim: Robert Tribble v. City of Vallejo
• Closed session conference with legal counsel on one case of anticipated litigation (significant exposure)
• Closed session conference with legal counsel on one case of anticipated litigation (initiation of litigation)

The Vallejo City Council met in special session and immediately convened into closed session to discuss three liability claims and two anticipated litigation matters. No public decisions were made, and the meeting adjourned without any open-session action.

• Convened into closed session for liability claims (Ritzie Tolentino, Anthony Cano, Robert Tribble)
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (one significant exposure case, one initiation case)
• Adjourned at 6:00 p.m. without public action

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The board will consider consent items including approval of the December disbursement register totaling $6.8 million, acceptance of the annual comprehensive financial report for FY ending June 30, 2024, and the 2025 meeting schedule. A presentation on odor control at the wastewater treatment plant will be given. The board will also adjourn to closed session for anticipated litigation.

• Approve disbursement register totaling $6,785,387.47
• Accept Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024
• Receive update on wastewater treatment plant odor control
• Approve 2025 regular meeting schedule for Board and Financing Corporation
• Closed session for anticipated litigation (Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(2))

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will conduct a public hearing to receive comments and consider adopting a resolution approving revisions to the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Administrative Plan. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from the October 8, 2024 special meeting.

• Public hearing and resolution approving revisions to the HCV Administrative Plan

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

• Convened into closed session for liability claims (Ritzie Tolentino, Anthony Cano, Robert Tribble)
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (one case, significant exposure)
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (one case, initiation of litigation)
• Adjourned at 6:00 p.m. without public decisions

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will consider a series of consent‑calendar items, including adopting a new tobacco retail licensing ordinance and a schedule of regular meetings for 2025‑2026. It will vote on three resolutions that reallocate ARPA funds, extend three police assistant positions, and authorize the purchase of fire vehicles for $1,477,990. The Council will also accept a $1,500,000 grant for the Vallejo Marina Seawall rehabilitation and approve a $481,155 contract for an Enterprise Asset Management system.

• Adopt ordinance adding Chapter 5.10 on tobacco retail licensing (Vallejo Municipal Code)
• Adopt resolution to reallocate $2,122,443 of ARPA funds in the FY 2024‑25 budget
• Authorize purchase of fire vehicles from Kalmikov Enterprises, Inc. for $1,477,990
• Approve acceptance of $1,500,000 CNRA grant for the Vallejo Marina Seawall rehabilitation project
• Approve Central Square LLC agreement for Enterprise Asset Management system, not to exceed $481,155

The Vallejo City Council initially failed to adopt a tobacco retail licensing ordinance (5-2 vote against), but later reconsidered and adopted it as Ordinance No. 1875 N.C. with a 5-2 vote. The council also approved several resolutions, including a $1.5 million grant for the marina seawall, a $481,155 software agreement, and a $1.5 million generator rental amendment. A new sidewalk vending ordinance was introduced, and the council authorized a letter to Cal State trustees expressing displeasure over the Cal Maritime renaming.

• Adopted tobacco retail licensing ordinance (Ordinance No. 1875 N.C.) after reconsideration (5-2)
• Approved $1.5M grant for Vallejo Marina Seawall Rehabilitation (Resolution 24-189 N.C.)
• Approved $481,155 agreement with Central Square LLC for asset management software (Resolution 24-190 N.C.)
• Approved $1.5M generator rental amendment with Peterson Power Systems (Resolution 24-196 N.C.)
• Introduced sidewalk vending ordinance (Chapter 5.02) with amendments
• Authorized letter to Cal State trustees opposing exclusion of 'Vallejo' from Cal Maritime name
• Accepted menorah donation for display near holiday tree (Resolution 24-197 N.C.)
• Approved $500,000 increase for Mark Thomas & Company design services (Resolution 24-195 N.C.)

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission will consider a resolution regarding the Low and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund annual report for Fiscal Year 2023-24. The body is recommending that the Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo Board of Directors accept the report and submit it to the California Department of Housing and Community Development.

• Resolution recommending acceptance of the Low and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2023-24

Beautification Commission

The Vallejo Beautification Commission will consider adopting its 2025 Work Plan and discuss plans for 2025 Holiday Décor and Beautify Vallejo Days. A presentation from Healthy Vallejo is scheduled. Reports include Recology tonnage year-to-date and Public Art Advocacy outcomes.

• Adoption of 2025 Work Plan
• Presentation from Healthy Vallejo by Anthony Summers
• Discussion of 2025 Holiday Décor
• Discussion of 2025 Beautify Vallejo Days
• YTD Recology Tonnage report

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission will approve the meeting agenda and minutes from October 7, 2024, and consider several items of business. Commissioners will vote on acquiring donated items, approve the Treasurer’s Report, and review the McCune Endowment Fund. A key discussion will be the formation of an ad‑hoc committee to develop the 2025‑26 fiscal year budget and a work‑plan review covering ten priority categories.

• Approval of agenda and minutes from October 7, 2024
• Acquisition of items donated to the McCune Collection (recommendation to City Council)
• Formation of a budget ad‑hoc committee for the 2025‑26 fiscal year
• Approval of the Treasurer’s Report ending November 1, 2024
• Review of the McCune Endowment Fund response from the Finance Department

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will vote on two resolutions: one recommending the Vallejo Police Department deploy replacement Axon body cameras and Taser technology, and another recommending against deploying automated redlight camera technology. The board may also discuss and amend the resolutions during the meeting.

• Resolution recommending deployment of replacement Axon body cameras and Taser technology for Vallejo Police Department
• Resolution recommending against deployment of automated redlight camera technology
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 21, 2024

Housing Authority

This meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for December 2, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively set for December 16, 2024. No business will be conducted.

Police Oversight & Accountability Commission

The Police Oversight & Accountability Commission will conduct a workshop covering the Brown Act, California Public Records Act, the adopted Code of Ethics, and meeting decorum. The City Attorney and Chief Assistant City Attorney will present, and no formal action is required. The commission will also discuss and confirm the date for its next meeting.

• Workshop training on the Brown Act, California Public Records Act, Code of Ethics, decorum and meeting procedures (presentation by City Attorney and Chief Assistant City Attorney)
• City Attorney Report
• Discussion to confirm the next commission meeting date for training purposes
• Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, Roll Call (procedural items)
• Adjournment

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will review and discuss a revised draft of the Long-Term Citywide Arts and Culture Strategy presented by an Ad-Hoc Committee. They will also review a draft Long-Term Funding for the Arts Policy and consider creating an Ad-Hoc Committee for that policy. Additionally, the commission will set a date for a 2025 goalsetting and work plan meeting. The meeting is hybrid at Vallejo City Hall.

• Revised draft of Long-Term Citywide Arts and Culture Strategy presented for review and recommendations
• Draft Long-Term Funding for the Arts Policy to be reviewed; possibility of forming an Ad-Hoc Committee
• Goal-setting and work plan meeting for 2025 to be scheduled
• Future agenda items include artwork inventory/storage policy, artist registry, grant programs, and the Wendy the Welder Project

SolTrans Advisory Board

The SolTrans Advisory Board will meet to approve meeting minutes and authorize the opening of bank accounts with U.S. Bank. The meeting includes an informational report on operating revenue and expenses through September 30, 2024.

• Approval of October 24, 2024 Board meeting minutes
• Authorization to open bank accounts with U.S. Bank
• Informational report on Fiscal Year 2024-25 operating revenue and expenses through September 30, 2024
• Presentation of a proclamation to Mayor Robert McConnell
• Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA) Update

Housing Authority

The 2x2 Committee will hear a presentation by SER Latino, receive updates from the youth coordinator including a youth delegation update and a youth survey, and review an informational item on the 7‑11 Committee process regarding school district property. No formal decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Youth Delegation Update (Youth Coordinator Updates)
• Youth Survey (Youth Coordinator Updates)
• Presentation by SER Latino (Presentations)
• 7‑11 Committee Process on School District Property (Informational Item)
• Public Comment period

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will approve the minutes from its October 10, 2024 meeting and hear reports from the board secretary, city attorney, council liaison, and chairperson. The board will consider three action‑calendar items: a recommendation to the City Council to purchase new Axon body‑worn camera equipment for the Vallejo Police Department, a proposal to seek direction on an Automated Red Light Enforcement System (ARLES), and a change to the Raven ad‑hoc subcommittee membership. An information calendar will present technology usage reports on drones, a cell‑site simulator, the RAVEN gunshot‑detection beta project, and Flock ALPR cameras. Public comment will be allowed both in person and via Zoom.

• Recommendation to City Council to purchase new Axon body‑worn camera equipment for the Vallejo Police Department
• Proposal for staff to seek direction on an Automated Red Light Enforcement System (ARLES) resolution
• Raven ad‑hoc subcommittee membership change
• Technology usage reports: drones, cell‑site simulator, RAVEN gunshot‑detection beta project, and Flock ALPR cameras
• Approval of meeting minutes from the October 10, 2024 board meeting

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission will hold public hearings on three projects involving certificates of appropriateness. These include two new single-family residences in the St. Vincent Historic District and exterior modifications to a building at Touro University.

• 128 Carolina Street: Proposed 1,732 sq ft new single-family residence and 280 sq ft garage
• 316 Florida Street: Proposed 3,247 sq ft new residence, 800 sq ft garage, and 800 sq ft ADU
• 1310 Club Drive: Exterior alterations to Hospital Building (H1) at Touro University
• Discussion on potential formation of subcommittees for workplan/budget and ministerial processes

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will convene in a special session to discuss real estate negotiations and potential litigation. The public may address the council on agenda items before they are considered.

• Closed session for City Manager performance evaluation
• Negotiations for property at 1 Kentucky Street
• Potential litigation anticipated in closed session
• Negotiations for property at 1 Harbor Way

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will consider reallocating unspent American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds and provide direction on staff recommendations. Other action items include introduction of a tobacco retail licensing ordinance, adoption of a cooperative agreement with the Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians, and approval of a $4.9 million fuel contract. Consent items include ratifying September 2024 claims and increasing three consultant contracts.

• Increase fuel contract with Hunt Oil of California to $4,900,000
• Reallocate unspent ARPA State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds
• Introduce ordinance adding Chapter 5.10 on tobacco retail licensing
• Authorize cooperative agreement with Scotts Valley Band of Pomo Indians for land-in-trust application
• Accept $931,758 Tobacco Grant Program grant from California DOJ

Planning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a use permit, exception, landscape review, and variance to relocate the Springtowne Bottleshop liquor store from 2154 Springs Road to 2168 Springs Road (hours 8 a.m. to midnight daily); and a Zoning Code text amendment to correct errors and inconsistencies in Title 16. The consent calendar includes approval of October 21, 2024 minutes.

• Public hearing on Use Permit UP22-0007, Exception EXC24-0006, Landscape Review LR24-0013, and Variance VAR24-0001 for Springtowne Bottleshop relocation to 2168 Springs Road
• Public hearing on Code Text Amendment CTA24-0003 for Zoning Code corrections and cleanup
• Approval of minutes from October 21, 2024 regular meeting
• Community forum for public comment on non-agenda items

Design Review Board

The Vallejo Design Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider a resolution recommending approval of Design Review and Landscape Review for the Rollingwood Subdivision at 201 Rollingwood Drive. The project proposes 130 single-family homes with site improvements, landscaping, lighting, and a pedestrian path. The board's role is limited to design and landscape review; the Planning Commission will make the final decision.

• Public hearing for Rollingwood Subdivision: 130 single-family homes at 201 Rollingwood Drive (APNs 0072-170-050 & -060)
• Staff recommends adoption of a resolution approving Design Review (DR23-0019) and Landscape Review (LR23-0013)
• Project also includes site improvements, new landscaping, lighting, and a pedestrian path
• Board purview limited to Design Review and Landscape Review; final decision by Planning Commission

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Development Commission will vote on a resolution to add recurring items to future agendas, including work plan prioritization, business updates, and community outreach reports. The commission will also hear an informational update on the Economic Development Strategic Plan from Economic Forensics and Analytics. Additional discussion items include requests to add a Signage and Wayfinding Program and EDC trainings to future agendas.

• Adopt resolution to add recurring agenda items: Work Plan prioritization, Business Updates, Community Outreach Reports
• Discussion of adding Signage and Wayfinding Program to a future agenda
• Discussion of adding EDC trainings as recurring items
• Informational presentation: Economic Development Strategic Plan Update
• Updates on Business Retention and Expansion and Small Business Hardening Grant

City Council

The City Council is meeting in a special session to discuss specific legal and labor matters in closed session. No public business items are listed for discussion.

• Liability claim: Carlos Gonzalez v. City of Vallejo
• Labor negotiations with Vallejo Police Officers Association (VPOA)
• Labor negotiations with International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 1245

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District Board of Trustees will review financial reports and a security contract increase. The Board is also considering a resolution to grant the General Manager emergency procurement authority for unexpected occurrences.

• Increase security contract with Wright Guard LLC Security Services from $155,000 to a maximum of $600,000 for FY 2024-25
• Proposed resolution delegating emergency procurement authority to the General Manager for expenditures up to $750,000
• Review of the First Quarter Report for Fiscal Year 2024-25 ending September 30, 2024
• October 2024 information update on Mare Island
• Approval of the November 12, 2024 Disbursement Register

City Council

The City Council will decide on a 5-year, $2,634,502 software consolidation agreement with Central Square LLC and introduce an ordinance amending the Police Oversight and Accountability Commission. Consent items include accepting a $100,000 marina grant, appropriating $219,400 for police recruiting services, and approving a $26,365 amendment for the Mare Island infrastructure assessment.

• Approve Central Square LLC software agreement not to exceed $2,634,502 for 5 years
• First reading of ordinance amending Police Oversight and Accountability Commission (Title 18)
• Adopt resolution for $100,000 marina grant from California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways
• Appropriate $219,400 for police recruiting services via All-Star Talent
• Second amendment to West Yost & Associates for Mare Island Infrastructure Assessment ($26,365)

Marina Advisory Committee

The Marina Advisory Committee will consider approving its 2025 meeting dates (Feb 13, May 8, Aug 14, Nov 13) and continue discussion of a sedimentation study presented on Oct 17, 2024 by Foth & Van Dyke. Committee members will also receive reports on marina improvements, security incidents, and occupancy and insurance status.

• Approve schedule of regular meeting dates for 2025
• Continue discussion of sedimentation study by Foth & Van Dyke
• Report on marina improvements and projects
• Report on marina security and incidents
• Report on marina occupancy, insurance, and registration

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission will meet to approve proposed changes to the Housing Choice Voucher program's administrative plan. The meeting includes a public comment period and the swearing in of a new member.

• Swearing in of new member Lawanda Smith
• Approval of October 7, 2024 special meeting minutes
• Adoption of resolution for Housing Choice Voucher administrative plan changes
• Public comment on consent and action calendar items
• Community forum for non-agenda items

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will meet to swear in a new commissioner and receive a presentation from Jean Cherie. The body will also review updates on graffiti abatement and the Business Recognition Program.

• Swearing in of new commissioner Angela Taylor
• Presentation by Jean Cherie on 'Wendy the Welder'
• Business Recognition Program update
• Graffiti abatement report

Planning Commission

The Vallejo Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. was cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively set for Monday, November 18, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. Residents may obtain further information from the Planning Division at 555 Santa Clara Street, 2nd Floor, Vallejo, or call (707) 648‑4326. No agenda items were adopted.

City Council

The Deferred Compensation Plan, 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan, and Retirement Health Savings Program Committee will review third quarter 2024 plan performance. The body will also consider adding specific investment funds to a watch status.

• Review of Third Quarter 2024 plan results by MissionSquare
• Review of Third Quarter 2024 performance and regulatory updates by Hyas Group
• Proposed addition of MFS Value and MFS Mid Cap Growth funds to watch status

City Council

The Vallejo City Council and Vallejo City Unified School District joint committee meets to discuss updates on the Nebraska Street Pilot and a school administrative building title transfer. The agenda also includes presentations from the Youth Human Relations Commission and Safe Routes to School.

• Approval of September 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation: Youth Human Relations Commission
• Presentation: Safe Routes to School
• Discussion: Nebraska Street Pilot Update
• Discussion: VCUSD Administrative Building Title Transfer Update

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Vallejo Commission on Culture & the Arts will review a revised draft of the Long‑Term Citywide Arts and Culture Strategy and discuss a draft Long‑Term Funding for the Arts Policy, including whether to form an Ad‑Hoc Committee. Commissioners will also set a date for a 2025 goal‑setting and work‑plan meeting. The agenda and minutes from the September 23, 2024 meeting will be approved.

• Review and discuss revised draft Long‑Term Citywide Arts and Culture Strategy presented by the Ad‑Hoc Committee
• Review and discuss draft Long‑Term Funding for the Arts Policy and consider creating an Ad‑Hoc Committee
• Determine a date for a 2025 goal‑setting and work‑plan meeting
• Approve the October 28, 2024 agenda
• Approve minutes from the September 23, 2024 regular meeting

SolTrans Advisory Board

The SolTrans Advisory Board will hold a closed‑session to review a public employee performance file, then proceed with a regular meeting that includes public comment, an informational executive‑director report, and consent‑calendar approvals of the September 19, 2024 minutes and the 2025 meeting calendar. The board will vote to extend the current chairperson and vice‑chairperson terms through 2025. Additional informational items include a summary of the 2024 MTC Snapshot Survey and a Transportation Development Act triennial performance audit.

• Closed‑session personnel matter: public employee performance review – SolTrans Executive Director
• Approve Board meeting minutes of September 19, 2024
• Approve the proposed 2025 SolTrans Board meeting calendar (Attachment A)
• Extend current Chairperson and Vice‑Chairperson terms through 2025
• Present summary of 2024 Metropolitan Transportation Commission Snapshot Survey (informational)

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The Code Enforcement Appeals Board will hold hearings regarding four administrative citations. Staff recommends upholding all four citations related to property violations on Illinois Street and Kentucky Street.

• Appeal for Case #VA24-0102: Vacant Lot on Illinois Street
• Appeal for Case #VA24-0103: Vacant Lot on Illinois Street
• Appeal for Case #CE24-0603: 1109 Kentucky Street
• Appeal for Case #VA24-0206: 1109 Kentucky Street
• Introduction of five new hire staff members

Human Relations Commission

The special Human Relations Commission meeting scheduled for October 23, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 22, 2025.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will convene a special meeting to discuss anticipated litigation with legal counsel. The session is limited to items on the agenda, and the public may address the council on agenda items.

• Closed session to discuss anticipated litigation
• Opportunity for public comment on agenda items
• Meeting held at 555 Santa Clara Street

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will consider a series of consent‑calendar items, including the acceptance of $500,000 in American Rescue Plan Act reimbursements for feasibility studies of the City Water System and Lakes Water System. The agenda also contains resolutions to adopt a $100,000 state parks grant, approve a lease with the California Highway Patrol, and amend several service contracts. After the consent items, the council will hold a First Community Forum for public comments.

• Accept $500,000 ARPA reimbursements ($250,000 each for City Water System and Lakes Water System) and notice intent to amend FY 2024‑25 capital budget
• Adopt resolution approving $100,000 grant agreement with California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways
• Adopt resolution approving lease agreement with California Highway Patrol for a portion of 2100 Ascot Parkway (APN: 0082-010-010)
• Approve second amendment to Consultant Services Agreement with Bob Hall and Associates, raising total to $110,000
• Approve first amendment to NeoGov Online Services Agreement, setting total compensation to $250,000

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss proposed amendments to Title 16 of the Vallejo Municipal Code to clarify and streamline zoning rules. Staff recommends continuing the hearing to allow more time to finalize these amendments.

• Public hearing for Zoning Code Clean Up and Corrections (Phase One), Code Text Amendment CTA24-0003
• Information presentation on Housing Element Status Update
• Selection of new Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of future items including Phase 2 Zoning Code Updates and new State housing laws

Marina Advisory Committee

The Marina Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the Foth & Van Dyke sedimentation study, which outlines the scope of work for a California Natural Resources Agency grant to support seawall rehabilitation. The committee will also discuss the findings of the ad‑hoc committee regarding possible jet‑ski parking locations. No formal actions are scheduled; the meeting is for information and discussion.

• Presentation on Foth & Van Dyke Sedimentation Study (grant scope for seawall rehabilitation)
• Discussion of ad‑hoc committee findings on jet‑ski parking locations
• Report on Marina improvements and projects
• Report on Marina security and incidents
• Report on Marina occupancy, insurance, and registration

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for October 17, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for November 21, 2024.

Civil Service Commission

The Vallejo Civil Service Commission will consider three classification actions: revisions to Water Distribution Technician and Senior Water Distribution Technician specifications, revisions to Communications Operator series specifications, and the creation of a new classified Call Taker position. Each item will be recommended for approval by motion. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the September 9, 2024 minutes and the agenda.

• Approve classification specification revisions for Water Distribution Technician and Senior Water Distribution Technician
• Approve title and specification of new classified Call Taker position
• Approve classification specification revisions for Communications Operator I/II and Communications Supervisor
• Approve minutes of the September 9, 2024 meeting
• Approve the meeting agenda

Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee's regular meeting scheduled for October 16, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. was canceled. No agenda items will be considered at this date. Residents can contact PBSC Secretary Flor Magallanes at Flor.Magallanes@cityofvallejo.net for further information.

• Regular meeting on Oct 16, 2024, 6:30 p.m. canceled

Surveillance Advisory Board

The board will discuss training options and budgets for its members. The meeting includes reports on the use of various surveillance technologies and a discussion on in-car camera policies regarding high-speed chases.

• Discussion of training available from city staff and VPD, including training budget
• Technology usage reports for drones, cell site simulators, RAVEN gunshot detection, and Flock ALPR cameras
• Report from the Flock RAVEN gunshot detection beta project ad-hoc committee
• Discussion of in-car camera (MAV) technology and high speed chase activation policies
• Red Light Camera discussion with DC. Knight and Captain Bautista

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will hold a public hearing for a 130-home subdivision and an auto dealership complex. Staff recommend continuing the subdivision hearing to November 14 and adopting a resolution for the dealership.

• Public hearing for Rollingwood Subdivision (130 homes)
• Public hearing for Wise Vallejo Auto Complex (auto dealership)
• Approval of July 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of agenda and consent calendar

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Development Commission will vote on a resolution to establish a Business Highlights and Shop Local Ad Hoc Subcommittee for a one‑year term and appoint three members. It will also consider withdrawing a request to discuss Springs Road updates and several future agenda item proposals. Updates from the Economic Development Director and Secretary will be presented, and public comment periods are scheduled.

• Adopt a resolution to establish the Business Highlights and Shop Local Ad Hoc Subcommittee (1‑year term, appoint three members).
• Motion to withdraw the agenda request to discuss an update on Springs Road (Columbus Parkway Development Activities and Road Diets).
• Request to research workplans of other cities' Economic Development Commissions as a future agenda item.
• Request to add a Signage Wayfinding Program discussion as a future agenda item.
• Discussion regarding development on Benicia Road and Rollingwood (Little League field) as a future agenda item.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council special meeting will be limited to legal matters. Council members will hold closed‑session conferences with legal counsel about anticipated litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) and existing litigation in the case Elite Public Schools et al v. City of Vallejo. A separate closed‑session conference will address negotiations over the property at 1 Harbor Way.

• Closed‑session conference on anticipated litigation (Gov’t Code 54956.9(d)(4))
• Closed‑session conference on existing litigation: Elite Public Schools et al v. City of Vallejo (Case CU24‑05846)
• Closed‑session conference on real‑property negotiation for 1 Harbor Way, APN 0055 010 260

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District Board will conduct its regular meeting on October 8, 2024. No specific agenda items are listed, so the meeting will focus on procedural matters and public comments. Members of the public may comment in person, via Zoom, by phone, or by email.

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority special meeting will approve the minutes from its June 25, 2024 meeting. It will adopt resolutions to award project‑based voucher contracts to Sereno Village Associates for 750 Sereno Drive, to Vallejo Housing Collaborative for 209 Idora Street and 1215 Florida Street, and to Community Housing Development Corporation for 97 vouchers for elderly households at Sonoma Estates. The board will also authorize the Executive Director to execute the contracts.

• Approve minutes from the regular meeting of June 25, 2024
• Award a project‑based voucher contract to Sereno Village Associates L.P. for 750 Sereno Drive (31 vouchers)
• Award a project‑based voucher contract to Vallejo Housing Collaborative LLC for 209 Idora Street and 1215 Florida Street (2 vouchers)
• Award 97 project‑based vouchers for elderly households to Community Housing Development Corporation for Sonoma Estates

City Council

The City Council will discuss the adoption of a military equipment use policy for the Vallejo Police Department to comply with state law. The body is also deciding on several purchase agreements for water system supplies and appointments to various city boards and commissions.

• Purchase agreements for water system parts and supplies not to exceed $1,250,000
• Introduction of Vallejo Police Department Policy 706 regarding military equipment use
• Budget amendment of $164,850 for Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant funds
• Appointments to the Planning Commission, Design Review Board, and other city boards
• Side letter agreement with International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1245

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission meeting on October 7, 2024 will approve the agenda and minutes from the September 11, 2024 special meeting. Commissioners will vote on a recommendation to the City Council regarding acquisition of items donated to the McCune Collection. The commission will review the Finance Department’s response to Vice Chair Truemper’s questions about the McCune Endowment Fund. They will also discuss the draft McCune Collection Commission Policy Book for future meetings.

• Approve agenda and minutes from the September 11, 2024 special meeting
• Consider recommendation to City Council on acquisition of donated items
• Review Finance Department response to Vice Chair Truemper’s questions on the McCune Endowment Fund
• Discuss draft McCune Collection Commission Policy Book for future agenda items
• Community Forum for public comments (15‑minute limit, 3 minutes per speaker)

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission will conduct a workshop to develop a work plan for the commission. This is the sole agenda item for the special meeting on October 7, 2024. No other items will be discussed.

• Conduct workshop to establish a work plan for the McCune Collection Commission

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Measure P Oversight Committee. The interviews are for an at-large member and representatives for Districts 1, 3, and 6.

• Applicant interviews for Measure P Oversight Committee (Districts 1, 3, 6, and at-large)

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 7, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for October 21, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission is meeting to recommend the award of project-based vouchers and the execution of payment contracts for new and existing housing units. These recommendations will be sent to the Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo Board of Directors.

• Recommendation of 97 project-based vouchers for Sonoma Estates at 720, 726, and 759 Sonoma Blvd
• Recommendation of 31 project-based vouchers for Sereno Village Apartments at 750 Sereno Drive
• Recommendation of 1 project-based voucher for Idora House at 209 Idora Avenue
• Recommendation of 2 project-based vouchers for Florida House at 1215 Florida Street

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing & Community Development Commission will consider two resolutions recommending project‑based voucher awards and housing assistance payment contracts for new and existing units. One recommendation involves 97 vouchers for the Sonoma Estates properties at 720, 726, and 759 Sonoma Blvd. The other recommendation involves vouchers and contracts for existing units with Sereno Village Associates and Vallejo Housing Collaborative. The agenda also includes routine approval of the agenda, minutes, and public comment periods.

• Recommendation to award 97 project‑based vouchers for new construction at Sonoma Estates (720, 726, 759 Sonoma Blvd)
• Recommendation to award vouchers and execute housing assistance payment contracts for existing units with Sereno Village Associates L.P. and Vallejo Housing Collaborative, LLC
• Approval of agenda and adoption of consent calendar
• Approval of minutes from August 1, 2024 and September 12, 2024 meetings

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Beautification Commission will convene to approve the September 4, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss community forum procedures. The body will also receive updates on the Business Recognition Program and Graffiti Abatement.

• Approval of September 4, 2024 minutes
• Community forum procedures for public comment
• Business Recognition Program update
• Graffiti Abatement report
• Future presentation requests

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet to update its established work plan and hear a presentation on homelessness services. The body will also discuss the future role of first responders in the community.

• Presentation by Vallejo Together regarding services to assist with homelessness
• Review and revision of the 2020-2021 Human Relations Commission work plan
• Discussion of future agenda item: First Responders Transformation
• Approval of June 26, 2024, special meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council is meeting in a special session consisting entirely of closed session items. The body will discuss legal claims, litigation, labor negotiations, and real property acquisitions.

• Liability claim: Gilberto Grajeda v. City of Vallejo
• Litigation: Monteloyola v. City of Vallejo and Matzke et.al. v City of Vallejo
• Labor negotiations with IBEW Local 1245, Vallejo Police Officers Association, and Unrepresented Employees
• Property negotiations for 50 Solano with Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District
• Property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC for 10 identified APNs

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will consider a consent calendar and adopt several resolutions, including contracts for Zero Foodprint ($189,476) and Fonroche Lighting (up to $700,000). It will also approve a series of agreements for the Broadway Project, featuring a Measure P loan of $2,879,665. Additional items include a proposed tobacco retail licensing ordinance and a public hearing on new code‑enforcement user fees.

• Adopt resolution approving Zero Foodprint consultant services – $189,476
• Adopt resolution approving Fonroche Lighting agreement – up to $700,000 for solar streetlights
• Adopt resolution approving Broadway Project agreements, including a $2,879,665 Measure P loan
• Consider ordinance adding Chapter 5.10 on tobacco retail licensing
• Hold public hearing to amend Master Fee Schedule for new code‑enforcement user fees

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will review a draft of the Long-Term Citywide Arts and Culture Strategy. Members will also discuss a draft policy for long-term funding for the arts.

• Presentation by JeanCherie on the Wendy the Welder project
• Discussion of the Long-Term Citywide Arts and Culture Strategy draft
• Review of the draft Long-Term Funding for the Arts Policy
• Discussion of future items including an Artists Registry and Grant Programs
• Review of Inventory/Storage Policy of Artwork

SolTrans Advisory Board

The SolTrans Advisory Board will meet to discuss the Open Loop Demonstration Project and review the FY 2024-25 Safety Plan. The board will also receive reports on operating revenues, expenses, and system performance.

• Contracts with Kuba, Inc. and Littlepay for five years not-to-exceed $450,000
• Approval of FY 2024-25 Safety Plan updates
• Resolution 2024-09 to authorize funding for the open loop demonstration project via CalSTA
• Review of unaudited operating revenue and expenses for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024
• Closed session for SolTrans Executive Director performance review

City Council

The 2x2 Committee, consisting of members from the Vallejo City Council and the Vallejo City Unified School District, will meet to receive presentations. There are no action items or discussion items listed on the agenda.

• Presentation on IHART
• Presentation on McKinney-Vento
• Youth Coordinator updates

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will review available training options and the associated budget. It will receive reports on surveillance technologies such as drones, a cell‑site simulator, the RAVEN gunshot‑detection beta, and Flock ALPR cameras. The board will also discuss policies for in‑car cameras and high‑speed chase activation.

• Discussion of training options from city staff and VPD and related budget
• Technology usage reports: drones, cell‑site simulator, RAVEN gunshot detection beta, Flock ALPR cameras
• Ad‑hoc committee report on the RAVEN gunshot detection beta project
• Discussion of in‑car camera (MAV) and mobile audio‑video technology and chase‑activation policies

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for September 19, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for October 17, 2024.

Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee

The regular meeting of the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee scheduled for September 18 was canceled.

City Council

The special meeting will conduct interviews for vacant positions on several city commissions and boards, including the Beautification Commission, Design Review Board, Housing & Community Development Commission, McCune Collection Commission, Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee, Planning Commission, and Surveillance Advisory Board District 3. Appointments are expected to be made at the regular council meeting on October 8, 2024. No other matters will be considered at this session.

• Conduct applicant interviews for 1 Beautification Commission vacancy
• Conduct applicant interviews for 2 Design Review Board vacancies
• Conduct applicant interviews for 2 Housing & Community Development Commission vacancies
• Conduct applicant interviews for 1 McCune Collection Commission vacancy
• Conduct applicant interviews for 3 member and 3 alternate vacancies on the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee

The City Council held a special meeting to interview applicants for vacancies on several boards and commissions. No appointments were made; they are expected at the October 8 regular meeting. Interviews were conducted for seven positions, with multiple candidates for Planning Commission.

• Interviewed Angela-Sharee Taylor for Beautification Commission
• Interviewed Matt Kennedy for Design Review Board
• Interviewed LaWanda Smith for Housing & Community Development Commission
• Interviewed Guillermo Herrera for Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee
• Interviewed Mario Chesney for Surveillance Advisory Board, District 3
• Interviewed Liesel Haldane, Craig Standafer, and Ravi Sandhu for Planning Commission

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for September 16, 2024, is cancelled. The next meeting is tentatively set for October 7, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting tentatively scheduled for October 7, 2024

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Fiscal Year 2023-24. This report tracks progress toward affordable housing and community development goals set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

• Public hearing on the Draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for FY 2023-24

The Housing and Community Development Commission held a special meeting and approved the agenda unanimously. The only substantive action was adopting a resolution recommending that the Housing Authority board and City Council approve the CAPER for FY 2023-24. Two agenda items regarding project-based vouchers were removed by staff, and no other decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Adopted resolution recommending approval of FY 2023-24 CAPER (4-0)

Design Review Board

The Vallejo Design Review Board regular meeting scheduled for September 12, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. was cancelled because there were no agenda items. The board will reconvene on October 10, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. for its next regular meeting. Contact the Planning Division at 555 Santa Clara Street, 2nd Floor, Vallejo, CA, (707) 648‑4326 for more information.

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission will discuss a draft policy regarding the use of the Albion Press and equipment. The body will also review the McCune Endowment Fund and consider the acquisition of donated items.

• Review and discussion of draft Policy Book Chapter XI-A & B regarding Albion Press & Equipment Use
• Review of Finance Department documentation regarding the McCune Endowment Fund
• Approval or denial of recommendations to City Council for donated items
• Approval of the Treasurer’s Report ending June 30, 2024
• Discussion of a 2025 goal setting and work plan meeting

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Development Commission will consider establishing a Business Highlights and Shop Local Ad Hoc Subcommittee for a one-year term. The body will also review the FY 2024-25 budget and receive a presentation on sales tax revenue enhancements.

• Establishment of Business Highlights and Shop Local Ad Hoc Subcommittee
• Review of EDC budget for FY 2024-25
• Sales Tax Revenue Enhancements presentation by Dir. Nimon
• Small Business Hardening Grant update
• Proposed future agenda items regarding Mare Island flags and plaques, Springs Road development, and a Signage Wayfinding Program

City Council

The City Council is meeting in a special session consisting entirely of closed session items. The body will discuss legal litigation, labor negotiations, and real property acquisitions.

• Litigation: City of Vallejo v. Parijat Investments LLC, et al. (Case No. CU23-01520)
• Labor negotiations with Vallejo Police Officers Association (VPOA) and Unrepresented Employees
• Property negotiations for 50 Solano with Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District
• Property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC regarding 10 specific APNs

The Vallejo City Council met in special session on September 10, 2024, and immediately convened into closed session to discuss existing litigation, labor negotiations, real property negotiations, and anticipated litigation. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Convened into closed session for existing litigation (City of Vallejo v. Parijat Investments LLC)
• Convened into closed session for labor negotiations with VPOA and unrepresented employees
• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations regarding 50 Solano
• Convened into closed session for anticipated litigation (one case)
• Convened into closed session for real property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC
• Adjourned at 6:00 p.m. without public action

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District board will meet to approve minutes, amend its conflict-of-interest code, and adopt a new strategic plan. A public hearing will be held on a revised ordinance governing upper lateral sewer lines and owner-initiated replacements. The board will also receive updates on the Biotower Rehab Project, Mare Island, and contract farming on Tubbs Island.

• Adopt revised Upper Lateral Ordinance and owner-initiated replacement reimbursement program
• Approve new District strategic plan
• Authorize lease for contract farming on Tubbs Island
• Receive fourth-quarter FY 2023-24 budget-to-actual report
• Receive presentation on Biotower Rehab Project and odor control measures

City Council

The City Council will discuss the continuation of a state of local emergency regarding public safety staffing. The body is also deciding on several service agreements, grant funding, and employee compensation updates.

• Purchase agreements for water treatment chemical supplies not to exceed $1,726,518.36
• Grant agreement with First 5 Solano for $610,000 for the First 5 Solano Center
• Service agreement with Jon K. Takata Corporation for $191,424.05 for City Hall fire remediation
• Amendment for Mare Island Causeway Bridge inspection and repair not to exceed $250,000
• Successor Memorandum of Understanding with the Confidential, Administrative, Managerial, and Professional Association of Vallejo (CAMP)

The Vallejo City Council approved several consent calendar items, including resolutions for fire damage remediation at City Hall, water treatment chemical supply agreements, and a grant from First 5 Solano. They also adopted a successor MOU with the CAMP employee association, revised executive management compensation, and confirmed the continued state of local emergency related to public safety staffing. All votes were unanimous among the five members present, with Mayor McConnell and Councilmember Bregenzer absent.

• Approved Resolution 24-136 for $191,424.05 fire damage remediation at City Hall (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-140 for eight water treatment chemical supply agreements totaling $1,726,518.36 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-139 accepting $610,000 grant from First 5 Solano for center in Vallejo (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-137 for Mare Island Causeway Bridge inspection/repair up to $250,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-142 CAMP MOU with correction to Section 7.1.1.1 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-144 executive management compensation with 5% COLA effective July 2025 (unanimous)
• Confirmed continued state of local emergency for public safety staffing (unanimous)
• Directed staff to scope four council referrals including charter review and sideshow deterrents (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Vallejo Civil Service Commission will consider and vote on revisions to the classification specifications for several Water Treatment Plant positions, including Operator Trainee I & II, Operator, Senior Operator, and Supervisor. The meeting also includes routine items such as swearing in a new commissioner, approval of May 13 minutes, and a community forum for public comments.

• Approve classification specification revisions for Water Treatment Plant Operator Trainee I, II, Operator, Senior Operator, and Supervisor
• Swearing in of a new commissioner
• Approval of minutes from the May 13, 2024 meeting
• Public comment period and community forum

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing and Community Development Commission’s regular meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. was cancelled. The notice states the next regular meeting will be on Thursday, October 3, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. No agenda items were presented.

Beautification Commission

The Vallejo Beautification Commission will hold its regular meeting on September 4, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Vallejo Room (JFK Library, Lower Level). The meeting includes procedural items such as approving minutes and a roll call, as well as a presentation of certificates to Earth Day Art Contest winners. The Commission will also determine its chair for the 2024-25 term and consider a letter of support for the Vallejo Sister City Commission’s Japanese Friendship Garden project.

• Determine Beautification Commission Chair for 2024-25 term
• Consideration of Letter of support for the Vallejo Sister City Commission Japanese Friendship Garden
• Presentation of 2024 Earth Day Art Contest Certificate
• Oath of Office for LayVette Howard
• Public comment period for community input

Planning Commission

The Vallejo Planning Commission will consider three development projects: a 111-unit residential complex, a Panda Express drive-through, and a Raising Cane's restaurant. The body will also discuss future zoning code updates.

• Approval of 111-unit multi-family residential project at 1765 Broadway
• Approval of Panda Express drive-through with 33 parking spaces
• Approval of Raising Cane's restaurant with 21 parking spaces
• Discussion of Phase 2 Zoning Code Updates
• Discussion of new State housing laws

SolTrans Advisory Board

The SolTrans Public Advisory Committee will meet to receive informational reports on transit operations. The meeting consists of non-action items focused on system performance and service planning.

• System Performance Report
• Service Change Update
• Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA) Update
• Youth Ride Free Update
• FY 2024-25 Performance Goals

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Commission on Culture and the Arts scheduled for August 26, 2024, has been cancelled.

Sister City Commission

The Vallejo Sister City Commission will hold its regular meeting to discuss draft recordkeeping and gift policies, review updates on the Japanese Garden including placement of an Onigawara, and hear reports from subcommittees and sister city liaisons. No formal decisions are scheduled; the body will discuss and provide feedback on proposals.

• Discussion of draft recordkeeping policy
• Discussion of draft gift policy
• Update on Japanese Garden with decision on Onigawara placement
• Presentation of Sister Cities Annual Conference highlights
• Discussion on commission communication strategies

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission's regular meeting scheduled for August 15, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is set for September 19, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The regular Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for August 14, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2024.

City Council

The 2x2 Committee will discuss how the Governor's Directive on homelessness affects the City of Vallejo and unhoused students. It will also receive an update on the Nebraska Street pilot closure and address theft and crime at VCUSD school sites. Youth coordinator updates on Vallejo/Benicia leadership training and Proposition 64 will be presented.

• Discussion of homelessness and Governor's Directive (city and student impacts)
• Nebraska Street pilot closure update
• Theft/crime concerns at VCUSD school sites
• Vallejo/Benicia youth leadership training update
• Proposition 64 update

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Design Review Board scheduled for August 8, 2024, was cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will meet in a special session to conduct closed-session discussions on labor negotiations and four existing legal cases. No other items may be discussed. Public participation is available via Zoom or phone.

• Closed session on labor negotiations with CAMP and unrepresented employees
• Closed session on four existing legal cases: Lefevre v. City of Vallejo, City of Vallejo v. City of American Canyon, City of Vallejo v. Parijat Investments LLC, and City of Vallejo v. Vallejo Hospitality LLC

McCune Collection Commission

The regular Vallejo McCune Collection Commission meeting scheduled for August 5, 2024, was cancelled. A special meeting is planned for September 11, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board will hold a closed session to consider pending litigation, personnel matters, labor relations issues, and real property negotiations. It will also conduct the General Manager’s public employee performance evaluation. After the closed session, the Board will reconvene in open session to report any actions taken. The meeting will then be adjourned.

• Closed session to consider pending litigation (GC 54956.9)
• Closed session to consider personnel matters (GC 54957)
• Closed session to consider labor relations issues (GC 54957.6)
• Closed session to consider real property negotiations (GC 54956.8)
• Adjourn to closed session for General Manager performance evaluation

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to decide on multiple contracts, grants, and budget amendments. Items include paving projects, homeless navigation center funding, equipment purchases, and golf cart leases. Public comment is allowed on consent calendar items.

• Approve $110,822 paving project at 50 Solano Ave/Humane Society of the North Bay
• Amend FY 2024-25 budget to allocate $2,155,287 for Homeless Navigation Center
• Increase Ghirardelli Associates contract to $1,300,000
• Lease 130 golf carts for Blue Rock Springs Golf Course for $964,847
• Purchase two prefab restroom/shower units for Homeless Navigation Center at 1937 Broadway for $255,000

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for August 5, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for August 19, 2024.

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will meet to review and revise its 2020-2021 work plan. The commission will also hear a presentation from Vallejo Together regarding services to assist with homelessness in the city.

• Review and revision of the 2020-2021 Human Relations Commission work plan
• Presentation by Vallejo Together on homelessness services
• Discussion of future agenda item: First Responders Transformation

City Council

The Deferred Compensation Plan, 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan, and Retirement Health Savings Program Committee is meeting to review second quarter 2024 plan performance. The body will consider adding specific funds to a watch list and approve expenditures for conference attendance and employee education.

• Addition of MissionSquare PLUS Fund R10, MissionSquare PLUS Fund S11, and Sterling Capital Total Return Bond to watch status
• Vote on expenditures for Committee Member attendance at the NAGDCA Annual Conference in Phoenix, AZ (September 15-18)
• Approval of Administrative Allowance Account funding for employee "Lunch and Learn" sessions
• Approval of new Committee members
• Second Quarter 2024 plan and performance reviews by MissionSquare and Hyas Group

City Council

The Vallejo City Council convened a special meeting on July 23, 2024, consisting entirely of closed session items. The agenda included confidential negotiations for the sale of multiple real properties and one specific address, as well as labor negotiations with employee organizations. No public agenda items or open session decisions were listed.

• Closed session to negotiate price and terms for properties with APNs including 0081-040-100 with Jeb Elmore of Blue Rock Springs, LLC
• Closed session to negotiate price and terms for 1 Harbor Way with Kerry Scott of Marine Craft
• Closed session to initiate litigation for one case
• Closed session to discuss significant exposure to litigation for one case
• Closed session labor negotiations with CAMP, IBEW Local 1245, and Unrepresented Employees

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will consider several consent calendar items, including a $2.5 million increase to a water meter contract, a $1.35 million water materials contract, and a $115,577 toxic substances agreement. They will also discuss continuing the local emergency related to public safety staffing and approve a $60,000 small business hardening grant program.

• Approve second change order to Badger Meter contract, increasing by $2,511,717 to $18,181,104
• Approve materials contract with Aqua Metrics for $1,354,930
• Approve voluntary agreement with California DTSC for Building 571, not to exceed $115,577
• Approve $60,000 small business hardening grant program
• Provide notice of intent to appropriate $2,155,287 in PLHA grant funds for homeless navigation center

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Vallejo Commission on Culture & the Arts will review and discuss the first draft of a Long-Term Citywide Arts and Culture Strategy, as well as a draft Long-Term Funding for the Arts Policy. The commission may make recommendations on the strategy and decide whether to form an ad-hoc committee for the funding policy. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Wendy the Welder project and routine items like approval of minutes.

• Draft Long-Term Citywide Arts and Culture Strategy presented by Ad-Hoc Committee (Commissioners Quismorio, Vidor, Weiss)
• Draft Long-Term Funding for the Arts Policy review and possible ad-hoc committee creation
• Presentation by Jean Cherie on the Wendy the Welder project
• Approval of minutes from June 24, 2024 regular meeting
• Future agenda items: Inventory/Storage Policy of Artwork, Artists Registry, Grant Programs

SolTrans Advisory Board

The SolTrans Advisory Board will consider approving a compensation study with new salary ranges and benefit changes, authorize a $1 million amendment to the Patriot Construction contract for electrification infrastructure, and award a $225,000 contract to Edgeworth Security for facility access control. The board will also receive informational reports on system performance and oversight.

• Compensation study: approve salary ranges, medical premium max increase to $2,243/month, 100% dental/vision coverage, cash-in-lieu options, new vacation schedule
• Amend Patriot Construction contract by $1,000,000 to new not-to-exceed $13,012,200 for electrification infrastructure
• Award Edgeworth Security contract for facility access control not to exceed $225,000
• Approve minutes of June 20, 2024 meeting
• Informational: system performance report, SolTrans oversight, state legislative report

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for replacing wooden decks and stairs at 721 York Street. The project is recommended for approval. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and reports, plus discussions on potential subcommittees and future agenda items.

• Public hearing on COA #23-0008 for deck replacement at 721 York Street
• Approval of minutes from May 16, 2024 regular meeting
• Secretary's report on 1 Kentucky Street and Mare Island Flagpole
• Discussion on possible AHLC workplan/budget request
• Discussion on ministerial process for non-contributing homes

Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee

The Vallejo Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee has canceled its regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 6:30 PM. The notice was posted at City Hall on July 16, 2024. No specific agenda items or decisions were discussed because the meeting did not take place.

• Cancellation of the July 17, 2024, regular meeting

Measure P Oversight Committee

The Measure P Oversight Committee will hold a special meeting to consider suspending its rules to allow reconsideration of votes on several Fiscal Year 2024-25 Measure P funded projects, totaling $4.65 million. The agenda also includes informational updates on GVRD scholarships, pavement improvements, and the Broadway Project. The meeting is open to the public with options for in-person and remote participation.

• Reconsider $500,000 for Illegal Dumping/Litter Abatement
• Reconsider $150,000 for Graffiti Removal Equipment
• Reconsider $500,000 for Streetlight Repair/Expansion
• Reconsider $500,000 for Cardiac Monitors
• Reconsider $1.1M for Navigation Center

Measure P Oversight Committee

The Measure P Oversight Committee is holding a special meeting to reconsider its previous recommendations for eight specific budget line items. The agenda focuses on motions to revisit funding decisions for public safety, infrastructure, and youth programs. No new projects are proposed, only the review of previously recommended allocations.

• Motion to reconsider $500,000 allocation for Illegal Dumping/Litter Abatement
• Motion to reconsider $150,000 allocation for Graffiti Removal Equipment
• Motion to reconsider $500,000 allocation for Streetlight Repair/Expansion
• Motion to reconsider $500,000 allocation for Cardiac Monitors
• Motion to reconsider $1.1M allocation for Navigation Center

Planning Commission

The Vallejo Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Monday, July 15, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. No specific agenda items were discussed or decided because the meeting was cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for Monday, August 5, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.

• Cancellation of the July 15, 2024 regular meeting
• Tentative rescheduling of the next regular meeting to August 5, 2024

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review plan lighting and site furnishing selections for the State Route 29/Sonoma Boulevard Gateway Corridor Improvements. This is an informational item intended for making a recommendation on appropriate fixtures.

• State Route 29/Sonoma Boulevard Gateway Corridor Improvements: Plan lighting and site furnishing selection

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The agenda is largely informational and procedural. The commission will receive updates from the Economic Development Director on business retention efforts, review a presentation on development along Sonoma Boulevard, and discuss an EDC ordinance and resolution submitted to the City Council. Members will also consider requests to add future agenda items, including sales tax revenue enhancements and a business highlights subcommittee.

• Presentation on development along Sonoma Boulevard
• Update on EDC ordinance and resolution presented to City Council
• Requests to add future agenda items including sales tax revenue enhancements
• Request to reinstate 50 flags and sidewalk plaques on Mare Island
• Approval of the June 12, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to conduct several closed-session items. These include labor negotiations and discussions regarding existing litigation and real property terms.

• Labor negotiations with CAMP, IBEW Local 1245, and Unrepresented Employees
• Legal conference regarding multiple active lawsuits including Bagos v. City of Vallejo and Buster v. City of Vallejo
• Real property negotiations with Blue Rock Springs, LLC regarding several APNS parcels

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will review a construction contract for sewer rehabilitation and hold public hearings regarding sewer capacity and service charges. The agenda also includes the establishment of an Assistant General Manager position.

• Award $1,743,889 construction contract to Koios Engineering, Incorporated for 2024 Sewer Rehabilitation Project (CWM038)
• Public hearing on Sewer Capacity Charge Studies and proposed Schedule of Sewer Capacity Charges
• Public hearing on sewer service, storm drainage, and upper lateral service charges for fiscal year 2024-2025
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024-25 Salary Schedule
• Authorization to establish an Assistant General Manager position

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will meet to review a consent calendar including the activity report and previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes a community forum for public comment.

• Approval of minutes from the July 11, 2023, regular meeting
• Receipt and filing of the Financing Corporation Activity Report

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will vote on several items, including awarding a $1,525,104 construction contract for the HAWK Intersection Improvements at Five Locations Project and approving a first amendment to a consultant agreement with Placeworks, Inc. that raises the not-to-exceed amount to $141,980. The council will also consider a first reading of an ordinance changing contract authorization limits, approve a successor labor agreement with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1245, and provide direction on an audit for the Broadway Project. These items cover municipal operations, infrastructure spending, labor relations, and local governance appointments that affect city services and community oversight.

• Approve first amendment to consultant agreement with Placeworks, Inc., increasing the not-to-exceed amount to $141,980 and extending the term through January 31, 2025.
• Award construction contract to Kerex Engineering, Inc. for $1,525,104 for the HAWK Intersection Improvements at Five Locations Project (PW9736).
• Conduct first reading of an ordinance amending Section 3.20.050 of the Vallejo Municipal Code regarding contract authorization limits.
• Approve a successor Memorandum of Understanding with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 1245, and amend the FY 2024-2025 budget salary plan.
• Receive information and provide direction on the audit process for the Broadway Project.

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will hold a presentation on beautification awards. The meeting includes subcommittee reports regarding the Business Recognition Program and a review of a third quote for the Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program.

• Beautification Awards presentation
• Business Recognition Program update
• Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program 3rd quote review

Planning Commission

The Vallejo Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for Monday, July 1, 2024. This notice contains only procedural scheduling updates and no substantive agenda items or public hearings. The next meeting is tentatively set for July 15, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.

• • No rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or fee changes were on the agenda due to the cancellation.

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding special assessments for unpaid fees, administrative charges, citation fines, and abatement costs. These assessments are intended to be placed on the 2024-2025 tax roll following the consideration of any objections.

• Public Hearing: Special Assessments to confirm and levy liens for unpaid code enforcement and fire prevention fees, charges, fines, and abatement costs

Human Relations Commission

The Commission will review and revise its established work plan and goals. The meeting also includes a presentation on city actions regarding community homelessness.

• Presentation by the City Manager’s Office regarding actions to address homelessness
• Review and revision of the Human Relations Commission work plan and goals
• Potential collaboration with First Responders Transformation regarding community education

City Council

The City Council will convene a special session to conduct several closed sessions. These include discussions on liability claims, real property negotiations for city-owned open space and the Broadway Parking Lot, anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations.

• Liability Claim: David McLaughlin v. City of Vallejo
• Real Property Negotiation: Portion of City Owned Open Space (APN 00182-020-130) with Solano Ranch LLC
• Real Property Negotiation: Broadway Parking Lot (APN 0056-062-200-210) with 4th Second
• Anticipated Litigation: Two cases involving significant exposure
• Labor Negotiations: Discussions with CAMP and IBEW Local 1245

Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will consider a recommendation to move funding from the Cycle 5 "Potholes & Road Repairs" project to the Cycle 8 "Vallejo Skatepark project." The committee will also receive updates on staffing, rulebook items, and membership interviews.

• Reallocation of funds from 'Potholes & Road Repairs' (Cycle 5) to 'Vallejo Skatepark project' (Cycle 8)
• Update on PB staffing
• Update on Rulebook and upcoming Council items
• Update on Steering Committee interviews

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo will meet on June 25, 2024, to consider a budget amendment. The body will vote on allocating $50,000 in administrative fees to implement the Housing Choice Voucher Landlord Incentive Program for fiscal year 2024-25. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a June 11 special meeting.

• Adopt a resolution to amend the FY 2024-25 budget
• Allocate $50,000 in program administrative fees for the Housing Choice Voucher Landlord Incentive Program
• Approve minutes from the June 11, 2024, special meeting

City Council

The City Council will review several consent calendar items including budget amendments and grant acceptances. Action items include a public hearing on unpaid garbage bill assessments and an amendment to increase a tree pruning contract.

• Acceptance of Urban and Community Forestry Grant up to $1,734,070
• Approval of $3,270,335 American Rescue Plan Act grant for Firm Foundation Community Housing
• Amendment to EZ Tree, Inc. contract for tree pruning up to $2,137,500
• Animal Control services agreement amendment not to exceed $1,168,816
• Public hearing on assessments for unpaid garbage bills

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will review draft policies for long-term arts funding and a citywide arts and culture strategy. Commissioners will decide whether to form an ad-hoc committee to help draft these documents, which will guide future local arts programs and public resource allocation. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda and previous minutes, along with a public comment period.

• Review of draft Long-Term Funding for the Arts Policy
• Discussion of Vallejo General Plan 2040 Arts and Culture Policies to draft a long-term strategy
• Potential creation of ad-hoc committees (max three members) for arts planning and funding
• Approval of minutes from the May 29, 2024 regular meeting
• Future agenda items include an artwork inventory/storage policy and an artists registry

SolTrans Advisory Board

The SolTrans Board of Directors will review proposed fiscal year 2024-25 performance goals and information technology policies. The meeting also includes an update on a comprehensive operational analysis and a discussion regarding cost savings measures.

• Approval of FY 2024-25 Performance Goals
• Adoption of IT Policies and Cybersecurity updates
• Authorization of the No-Cost and Reduced-Cost Interagency Transfer Pilot Program MOU
• Comprehensive Operational Analysis update
• Discussion of Cost Savings Measures

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will review a staff presentation regarding the use of new replacement FLOCK cameras and Automated License Plate Reader Cameras. The board will also discuss training options for members and receive reports on technology usage, including drones and gunshot detection.

• Resolution recommendation for replacement FLOCK cameras and Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras
• Discussion of training available from city staff and VPD
• Technology usage reports regarding drones, cell site simulators, RAVEN gunshot detection beta project, and Flock ALPR cameras
• Flock RAVEN gunshot detection beta project ad-hoc committee report

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for June 20, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 18, 2024.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for several city boards and commissions. Appointments for these positions are expected to be made during the regular meeting on July 9, 2024.

• Interviews for Beautification Commission (1 vacancy)
• Interviews for Civil Service Commission (2 vacancies)
• Interviews for Design Review Board (2 vacancies)
• Interviews for Housing & Community Development Commission (1 vacancy)
• Interviews for McCune Collection Commission (3 vacancies)

Sister City Commission

The Vallejo Sister City Commission will review ad hoc subcommittee reports, discuss Chair Stewart’s memo on hiring a grant writer, and address a prior vote regarding youth hosting policy. The agenda also covers approval of April meeting minutes and status updates for international partnership committees. These items support community cultural exchange and potential funding opportunities for local projects.

• Approval of April 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on hiring a grant writer per Chair Stewart’s memo
• Review of youth hosting policy vote from prior meeting
• Status update on the Japanese Garden from Rick Weyrich
• Subcommittee reports for sister and friendship cities including Trondheim, Baguio City, and Akashi

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for June 17, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for July 1, 2024.

Measure P Oversight Committee

The regular meeting of the Measure P Oversight Committee scheduled for June 13, 2024, has been canceled. This notice was issued by MPOC Secretary Melissa Tigbao.

Design Review Board

The Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the Solano Ranch project located off Columbus Parkway. The proposed development includes commercial space, multi-family residential units, and open space.

• Solano Ranch mixed-use development: 31,886 square feet of commercial space across five buildings
• Solano Ranch mixed-use development: 264 multi-family residential units across 10 buildings and a club house
• Solano Ranch mixed-use development: 11 acres of open space with a seasonal wetland
• Project location: Vacant site north of the intersection of Columbus Parkway and Admiral Callaghan Lane

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission will meet to receive updates on business retention and expansion. The agenda includes requests to add development along Sonoma Blvd and the reinstatement of flags and plaques on Mare Island to future meetings.

• Business Retention and Expansion update from Director Michael Nimon
• Request to add Development along Sonoma Blvd as a future agenda item
• Request to add Reinstatement of 50 Flags and Sidewalk Plaques on Mare Island as a future agenda item

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 CAMP and IBEW Local 1245.

• Closed session: Conference with Labor Negotiators (CAMP and IBEW, Local 1245)

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Schedule of Rates and Charges. The meeting also includes discussions on the composition of the Board of Trustees and a mid-cycle update on the Capital Improvement Program.

• Adoption of FY 2024-25 Schedule of Rates and Charges
• Establishment of an Assistant General Manager position
• Discussion on Board of Trustees composition
• Mid-Cycle Update on Two-Year (FY24 & FY25) Capital Improvement Program
• Approval of the May 14, 2024, meeting minutes

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo will hold a special meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget. Following the hearing, the body is scheduled to adopt a resolution approving the budget for the period of July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025.

• Public hearing and adoption of the FY 2024-25 Housing Authority Budget
• Approval of minutes from the May 14, 2024, special meeting

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including the November 2024 General Municipal Election and the FY 2024-25 Appropriations Limit of $180,928,567. The agenda also includes multiple landscape maintenance district assessments and service contracts.

• November 2024 General Municipal Election resolutions
• $180,928,567 Fiscal Year 2024-25 Appropriations Limit
• $830,000 Office of Community Policing Services Technology Grant budget amendment
• $439,350.00 construction contract for Lake Curry Landslide Emergency Repair Project
• $3,270,335 ARPA Grant Agreement with Firm Foundation Community Housing

Community Meeting

The community meeting includes presentations on housing program overviews, NSPIRE, and fair housing. The agenda also features information on VASH and guest speakers from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

• HCVPBV Programs Overview
• NSPIRE presentation
• Fair Housing guest speaker
• VASH overview
• Department of Veterans Affairs presentation

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will consider a proposal regarding the naming of Vallejo’s Navigation Center. Additionally, members will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget for the Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo.

• Discussion on naming the Vallejo Navigation Center after Maria Guevarra
• Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget of the Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo (HACV)

Beautification Commission

The Commission will nominate and select a Chair and Vice-Chair for one-year terms beginning July 1, 2024. Subcommittees will also provide updates on the Business Recognition Program and the Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program.

• Selection of Commission Chair (July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025)
• Selection of Commission Vice-Chair (July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025)
• Business Recognition Program Update
• Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program Update

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to conduct several closed-session items. These include discussions regarding existing litigation and labor negotiations.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding VPOA v. City of Vallejo
• Discussion of PERB Unfair Practice Charge SF-CE-2038-M
• Initiation of litigation regarding one case
• Labor negotiations with International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 1245

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to consider an appeal regarding a major use permit. The council is reviewing a resolution to overturn the Planning Commission's previous approval of a charter high school.

• Resolution granting Appeal (APP24-0001) to overturn Planning Commission approval
• Major Use Permit (UP22-0008) for a charter high school with up to 400 students at 241-255 Georgia Street

McCune Collection Commission

The McCune Collection Commission will hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer positions. The body will also consider selecting specific volumes for preservation using 2024 funds.

• Election of Officers: Chair, Vice Chair, and Treasurer
• Selection of volumes for preservation using $1,450 for conservation of The Bay of San Francisco
• Approval of agenda and February 5, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of donated items for City Council recommendation

Planning Commission

The Vallejo Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a proposed quick-service restaurant at 4301 Sonoma Blvd, with staff recommending the hearing be continued to an uncertain date. Commissioners will also consider adopting a resolution for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program that funds city infrastructure projects and review proposed zoning amendments affecting local tobacco retail licensing rules. The agenda includes routine consent calendar approvals, public comment periods, and discussions on future zoning updates and state housing laws.

• Public hearing on a Major Use Permit for a 2,700-square-foot quick-service restaurant with drive-through at 4301 Sonoma Blvd.
• Discussion and possible adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program resolution.
• Public hearing on Code Text Amendment CTA24-0002 proposing zoning changes to tobacco retail licensing rules.
• Consent calendar approval for the June 3 agenda and May 6, 2024 meeting minutes.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct a workshop regarding the upcoming fiscal year. The council is tasked with providing direction on the 2024-25 operating budget, department updates, and the Capital Improvement Program through 2028-29.

• Workshop on Fiscal Year 2024-25 Operating Budget
• Direction on Capital Improvement Program (CIP) through 2028-29
• Department budget updates

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission on Culture & the Arts will review the Vallejo General Plan 2040 Arts and Culture Policies and Action document. The body will discuss creating a long-term citywide strategy and determine if an Ad-Hoc Committee of up to three members is required.

• Discussion of Long-Term Citywide Arts and Culture Strategy
• Potential creation of an Ad-Hoc Committee for arts strategy

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to conduct closed-session business. This includes labor negotiations and a conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.

• Labor negotiations with CAMP and IBEW Local 1245
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of significant exposure to litigation

City Council

The City Council will review several items including a presentation on the Vallejo Ferry Terminal Reconfiguration Project. The agenda includes multiple resolutions for landscape maintenance assessments, professional service amendments, and equipment purchases.

• Vallejo Ferry Terminal Reconfiguration Project presentation by WETA
• Proclamation of Philippine Cultural Month - June 2024
• Proclamation of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Pride Month - June 2024
• Purchase of remote-operated slope mowers from EmbankScape Equipment, LLC up to $300,000
• Amendment to Bureau Veritas, North America, Inc. agreement up to $130,000

City Council

The 2x2 Committee of the Vallejo City Council and Vallejo City Unified School District will meet to discuss specific programs. Discussion items include a pilot program on Nebraska Street and updates regarding the GVRD. The committee will also receive updates on youth coordinator activities.

• Nebraska Street Pilot Program discussion
• GVRD updates
• Maker Faire youth update
• GVRD Roc the Mic Teen Summit update

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Planning Commission scheduled for May 20, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for June 3, 2024.

SolTrans Advisory Board

The SolTrans Board of Directors will review the proposed operating and capital budget for fiscal year 2024-25. The meeting includes discussions on state legislative updates, fund allocation requests, and a contract amendment with Transdev.

• Amendment No. 3 to the Operations and Maintenance Contract with Transdev
• FY 2024-25 Operating and Capital Budget
• FY 2024-25 TDA, STAF, RM2, and RM3 fund allocation requests
• SolTrans Project List for California State of Good Repair (SGR) Program Funds
• FY 2023-24 Operating Revenue and Expenses through March 31, 2024

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The commission will review a request for a Certificate of Appropriateness regarding deck replacements at 721 York Street. Staff recommends continuing the public hearing on this item until July 18, 2024. The meeting also includes reports regarding 1 Kentucky Street and the Mare Island Flagpole.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for deck replacement at 721 York Street
• Election of a Vice Chair
• Secretary's report on 1 Kentucky Street and Mare Island Flagpole

Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee

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

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special session to conduct closed-session negotiations. These discussions include labor negotiations with employee organizations and real property negotiations regarding school sites and a lease agreement.

• Labor negotiations with CAMP and IBEW Local 1245
• Property negotiations for Grant Street School and Cress School with Vallejo Unified School District
• Lease negotiations for 285 Mare Island Way with Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will review the quarterly budget report and a presentation on the Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. The meeting also includes consideration of establishing an Assistant General Manager position and updating bad debt write-off authority.

• Authorization to establish an Assistant General Manager position
• Revenue policy update for bad debt write-offs up to $1,000 per account
• Presentation on the Mid-Cycle Update for the FY24 & FY25 Capital Improvement Program
• Review of the third quarter budget to actual report for FY 2023-2024
• Mare Island information update

Housing Authority

The Vallejo Housing Authority is meeting to review proposed changes to its 2024 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan. The updates include adding a Family Self-Sufficiency Program and revising Project-Based Voucher rules for supportive housing and foster youth. The board will also consider approving minutes from the March 26, 2024, meeting.

• Resolution to update the 2024 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan
• Addition of the Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program to the plan
• Updates to Project-Based Voucher (PBV) rules for supportive housing and foster youth
• Approval of March 26, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review several consent calendar items including budget amendments for the Vallejo Navigation Center and police department services. The meeting also includes presentations of various proclamations regarding tourism, memorial day, and older Americans month.

• Budget amendment to recognize $1,500,000 ARPA grant and other funds for the Vallejo Navigation Center
• Amendment to Municipal Resource Group, LLC agreement for a new not-to-exceed total of $160,000
• Amendment to Capitol Advocacy Partners agreement increasing the total to $295,000
• Acceptance of an $830,000 Community Oriented Policing Technology and Equipment Program grant
• Proclamation recognizing May 2024 as Tourism Month in Vallejo

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to review the title and specification of a new non-classified position. The meeting also includes reports from the Executive Secretary, Chairperson, and City Council Liaison.

• Approval of the title and specification of the new non-classified Enterprise Systems Application Officer position

Measure P Oversight Committee

The Measure P Oversight Committee will review a resolution to allocate $1 million in Measure P funds toward mechanics liens on the Broadway Project and explore loan options for future repayment. Members may also vote on whether to schedule a discussion about potentially revisiting a previous homelessness funding decision.

• Review resolution to allocate $1M in Measure P funds for Broadway Project mechanics liens
• Staff presentation on loaning Measure P funds to the Broadway Project with future repayment terms
• Consider request to schedule a future vote on reconsidering a past homelessness funding allocation
• Standard committee reports from the secretary, city attorney, and council liaisons

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss findings from the Ad-Hoc Committee regarding jet ski parking locations. The agenda also includes an update from Foth & Van Dyke and Associates and reports on marina security and improvements.

• Update from Foth & Van Dyke and Associates
• Discussion of jet ski parking location findings
• Reports on marina improvements, security, and occupancy

Measure P Oversight Committee

The committee will review the final draft of its recommendation to City Council regarding Measure P fund appropriations for fiscal year 2024-25. Members will also discuss project review lessons, the committee work plan, and potential add-on recommendations.

• Approval of final recommendation for FY 2024-25 Measure P fund appropriations
• Discussion on project review lessons learned
• Development of Committee Work Plan timelines and deliverables
• Discussion regarding use of special ad hoc committees
• Discussion of 'Add-On' recommendations for Measure P fund appropriations

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider a project to merge two vacant parcels and construct five buildings with an amenity building. The proposal includes site improvements such as new landscaping, lighting, pedestrian paths, bicycle racks, and 128 off-street parking spaces.

• Design Review (DR23-0004) and Landscape Review (LR23-0001) for Broadway project
• Construction of 111 dwelling units across five buildings
• Installation of 44,890 square feet of new landscaping
• Creation of 128 new off-street parking spaces

Measure P Oversight Committee

The Measure P Oversight Committee will continue a Q&A session regarding proposed FY23-24 fund allocations for the Broadway Project. The committee is also reviewing future work plans and potential fund appropriations for FY 2024-25.

• Q&A session on proposed FY23-24 Measure P funding allocation for the Broadway Project
• Review of final draft recommendation for FY 2024-25 Measure P fund appropriations
• Discussion of Committee Work Plan timelines and deliverables
• Discussion of "Add-On" recommendations for Measure P fund appropriations

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to discuss a potential ballot measure for the November 5, 2024, election. The council is considering directing staff to research increasing the real property conveyance tax and authorizing a consulting agreement.

• Direction to staff regarding a possible ballot measure for the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election
• Contract with Lew Edwards Group for feasibility consulting not to exceed $100,000
• Closed session: Public Employee Appointment (City Manager)
• Closed session: Liability Claim (Desere Heminger v. City of Vallejo)
• Closed session: Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Interim City Manager)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a project to construct a 2,700-square-foot quick service restaurant with a drive-through and 33 parking spaces. Staff recommend opening the public hearing and continuing the item to May 20, 2024.

• Major Use Permit, Planned Development, Design Review, and Development Review for 4301 Sonoma Blvd

Marina Advisory Committee

The regular meeting scheduled for May 2, 2024, has been canceled. A special meeting is instead scheduled for Thursday, May 9, 2024, in the Vallejo City Council Chambers.

• Cancellation of the May 2nd regular meeting
• Special meeting scheduled for May 9th

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will discuss a proposal to name the Navigation Center after Maria Guevarra. Members will also consider corrections to the Housing Authority's 2024 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan.

• Proposal to name Vallejo’s Navigation Center after Maria Guevarra
• Corrections to the 2024 Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) Program Administrative Plan
• Approval of March 7 and March 19, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting in closed session. The agenda includes discussions regarding litigation, the appointment of a City Manager, and negotiations with Vallejo Unified School District for 301 Farragut Avenue.

• Closed session regarding Leitzke v. City of Vallejo litigation
• Appointment of a City Manager
• Property negotiations for 301 Farragut Avenue with Vallejo Unified School District

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to consider a major use permit for a public charter high school. The proposal involves operating the school in an existing two-story building at 241-255 Georgia Street with an enrollment of up to 400 students. The council will also consider a resolution regarding an appeal of the Planning Commission's previous approval.

• Major Use Permit (UP22-0008) for a new public charter high school at 241-255 Georgia Street
• Proposed enrollment of up to 400 students in an existing two-story building
• Resolution denying Appeal (APP24-0001) regarding the Planning Commission's approval

City Council

The Deferred Compensation Plan, 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan, and Retirement Health Savings Program Committee will review first quarter performance reports. The committee is also scheduled to consider updated investment policy statements and elect new leadership.

• First Quarter 2024 Performance Review by MissionSquare
• First Quarter 2024 performance review and fund lineup overview by Hyas Group
• Approval of updated draft Statement of Investment Policies and Guidelines
• Approval of updated draft Education Policy Statement
• Selection of a new Chair and Vice Chair

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The Board will consider an appeal for a third administrative citation at 1615 Sutter Street. Staff recommends upholding the citation and requiring compliance with municipal code within 30 days. The meeting also includes a community forum for public comment.

• Code Enforcement Appeals Hearing for Case #CE23-0740 (1615 Sutter Street)
• Approval of March 28, 2024, meeting minutes

Human Relations Commission

The Commission will hear a presentation regarding homeless access to resources and services. Members will also discuss and evaluate revisions to the commission's 2020-2021 work plan.

• Presentation by Dionne Carter of Vallejo Together on homeless access to resources and community group relationships
• Discussion and evaluation of the Human Relations Commission work plan established in 2020-2021

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to conduct closed-session business. The agenda includes labor negotiations and a conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.

• Labor negotiations with CAMP and IBEW Local 1245
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation

City Council

The City Council will consider financing for the West Harbor Park Apartments project and a major use permit for a charter high school. Other items include budget amendments, legal service agreements, and updates on public safety staffing.

• Approval of $45,000,000 in bonds for West Harbor Park Apartments at 969 Porter Street
• Major Use Permit for a charter high school with up to 400 students at 241-255 Georgia Street
• Environmental consultant agreement for La Quinta Hotel on Sonoma Blvd not to exceed $44,452
• Amendment to legal services agreement with Best Best & Krieger not to exceed $750,000
• Budget amendment to reallocate $1,270,335 from ARPA funds

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will review recommendations from a youth-led project regarding the City’s Public Art Collection. The meeting includes updates on NEA grant applications and artist features in the Vallejo Weekly. Commissioners will also discuss whether to schedule future discussions on arts funding, registry, and storage policies.

• Presentation of findings from the Vallejo Teaching Artist – Youth Voices project
• Update on the NEA grant application submittal by the Grants Ad Hoc Committee
• Discussion on scheduling an inventory/storage policy for artwork
• Discussion on scheduling an artists’ registry
• Discussion on scheduling long-term arts and culture strategy and funding policies

Measure P Oversight Committee

The Measure P Oversight Committee will review a final draft of recommendations for FY 2024-25 fund appropriations to present to the City Council. The committee will also receive information regarding proposed FY23-24 funding allocations for the Broadway project.

• Review of final draft recommendation for FY 2024-25 Measure P fund appropriations
• Discussion of proposed FY23-24 Measure P funding allocation for the Broadway project

SolTrans Advisory Board

The SolTrans Board of Directors will review the proposed operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2024-25. The board will also consider an amendment to the Transdev operations and maintenance contract. Additionally, staff will present reports on system performance and transit technology.

• Amendment No. 3 to the Transdev Operations and Maintenance Contract
• Proposed FY 2024-25 operating and capital budgets
• System Performance Report
• Transit app technology and data types update

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will discuss available training options for board members, including training from city staff and the Vallejo Police Department. The meeting also includes information regarding technology usage reports and a subcommittee report on the RAVEN gunshot detection beta project.

• Discussion of training available from city staff and VPD
• Discussion of budget for training
• Technology usage reports: Drones, Cell site simulator, RAVEN gunshot detection beta project, 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 April 18, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for May 16, 2024.

• Meeting cancellation

Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee

The committee will receive updates regarding participatory budgeting staff and upcoming Council items including the Rulebook. Members will also discuss steering committee memberships and outreach opportunities.

• Administration of Oath of Office to newly appointed commissioners
• Update on PB staffing
• Update on Rulebook and upcoming Council items
• Update on PBSC memberships
• Discussion of outreach calendar and materials

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on April 16, 2024. The council will meet in closed session to consider the appointment of a City Manager.

• Closed session regarding the appointment of a City Manager

Sister City Commission

The Sister City Commission will meet to discuss several administrative updates and project proposals. Key items include funding for a garden restoration and approval of international membership dues.

• Japanese Garden restoration funding up to $5028.10
• Sister Cities International annual dues of $1030.00
• Recordkeeping subcommittee file assembly
• Gift policy subcommittee drafting
• Proposed signage for city entrances

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a resolution regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes discussions on future zoning code updates and new state housing laws. No public hearings are scheduled for this meeting.

• Resolution for the FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Approval of March 18, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of Phase 2 Zoning Code Updates
• Discussion of Housing, Safety and Environmental Justice Elements
• Overview of new State housing laws

Design Review Board

The regular meeting scheduled for April 11, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 9, 2024.

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The Economic Vitality Commission will select a new Chair and Vice-Chair for one-year terms. The commission will also consider a draft Banner Policy and proposed amendments to the Vallejo Municipal Code.

• Election of EVC Chair (April 11, 2024 - April 10, 2025)
• Election of EVC Vice-Chair (April 11, 2024 - April 10, 2025)
• Review of Draft Banner Policy
• Review of Vallejo Municipal Code Chapter 2.36 amendments
• Holiday Downtown Tree Lighting Program report

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special session on April 9, 2024. The agenda includes a closed session to confer with labor negotiators representing CAMP and IBEW Local 1245.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for CAMP and IBEW Local 1245

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will meet to discuss a potential property purchase near the treatment plant and a construction contract for a lift station project. The agenda also includes creating a new job classification and receiving updates on Mare Island.

• Award $640,100 construction contract to Mike Brown Electric Co. for DOM 4 Lift Station MCC and CP Replacement Project
• Authorize offer to purchase property at 50 Solano Avenue from the City of Vallejo
• Create job classification and salary for Utility Systems Specialist
• Presentation on Mare Island Strait Outfall Pump Station

City Council

The City Council will consider appointing Beverli Marshall as Interim City Manager. The agenda also includes a budget amendment for the Police Headquarters' Phase B design and updates on American Rescue Plan Act expenditures.

• Appointment of Beverli Marshall as Interim City Manager
• $1,998,200 budget amendment for Police Headquarters Phase B design
• Notice of intent to recognize up to $104,181.40 in unclaimed property revenue
• Authorization for SCI Consulting Group to prepare multiple landscape maintenance district reports
• Update on the state of local emergency regarding public safety staffing

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss public employment regarding the City Manager. No other items are scheduled for discussion during this session.

• Closed session: Public employment of City Manager

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Action Plan. This plan includes the allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships funds. The Commission is asked to adopt a resolution recommending approval of this plan to the City Council.

• Public hearing for the proposed FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan
• Allocation of CDBG Program and HOME Program funds

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will hear presentations regarding the Clean CA / KCB Grant Opportunity and Local Edition Creative. The meeting also includes updates from subcommittees on graffiti abatement and business recognition.

• Clean CA / KCB Grant Opportunity presentation
• Local Edition Creative presentation
• Business Recognition Program update
• Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program update
• Approval of March 6, 2024 minutes

McCune Collection Commission

The regular meeting of the McCune Collection Commission scheduled for April 1, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 3, 2024, at 4:30 p.m.

• Cancellation of the April 1, 2024 meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is meeting to consider a construction contract for the Lake Dalwigk Park Improvements Project. The council will also vote on a project labor agreement with the Napa-Solano Trades Council. A closed session is scheduled regarding ongoing litigation.

• Construction contract award to GradeTech Inc. for $3,310,882.41 for Lake Dalwigk Park Improvements
• Project Labor Agreement with the Napa-Solano Trades Council and affiliated unions
• Closed session regarding People v. City of Vallejo, et al. (Case No. CU23-04676)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for April 1, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 15, 2024.

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The Board will conduct a hearing regarding a third administrative citation for the property at 1615 Sutter Street. Staff recommends upholding the citation and directing continued enforcement until compliance with municipal code is achieved within 30 days.

• Appeal hearing for Case #CE23-0740 at 1615 Sutter Street
• Approval of February 22, 2024, meeting minutes

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss community matters. The agenda includes reports from commission members and a police department presentation regarding seniors in the Plaza Drive area.

• Police Department presentation on how seniors are being served/treated in the Plaza Drive area
• Approval of minutes from the September 27, 2023, special meeting

Measure P Oversight Committee

The Measure P Oversight Committee will review proposed FY24-25 project funding requests. The committee is tasked with determining recommendations to provide to the City Council regarding these allocations.

• $500,000 for Illegal Dumping/Litter Abatement
• $150,000 for Graffiti Removal Equipment
• $500,000 for Streetlight Repair/Expansion
• $500,000 for Cardiac Monitors (Defibrillators)
• $500,000 for Dept. of Justice Policy and Practices Reform Efforts

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to conduct several closed-session matters. These include discussions regarding an interim City Manager, labor negotiations with employee organizations, and legal counsel regarding existing litigation.

• Public employment discussion regarding Interim City Manager
• Labor negotiations with CAMP and IBEW Local 1245
• Legal counsel conference regarding multiple active lawsuits

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority will hold a public hearing to approve the Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for fiscal year 2024-25. The board will also consider budget amendments and a loan agreement for permanent supportive housing at 2441 Broadway Street.

• Public hearing for the FY 2024-25 Annual Public Housing Agency Plan
• $2,000,000 amendment to the FY 2023-24 Affordable Housing Fund
• Loan agreement not to exceed $3,300,000 with Firm Foundation Community Housing
• Development of permanent supportive housing at 2441 Broadway Street

City Council

The City Council will review a design update for a new police headquarters at 111 Amador. The meeting also includes several consent items regarding road maintenance, city vehicle replacements, and budget amendments.

• Update on new police headquarters design and $1,998,200 budget amendment
• SB1 road maintenance and rehabilitation projects for fiscal year 2024-25
• $350,000 professional services agreement with Daupler, Inc. for call answering services
• $125,000 Office of Traffic Safety budget amendment
• Mini Drive Paving Project completion by Consolidated Engineering, Inc.

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will review updates regarding NEA grant applications and artist highlights in the Vallejo Weekly. Future agenda items include discussions on public art programs and artwork storage policies.

• Update on NEA grant application submittal from the Grants Ad Hoc Committee
• Update on highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly by Commissioner Allen

SolTrans Advisory Board

The SolTrans Board of Directors will review a ten-year financial forecast and several contract amendments. The meeting includes discussions on student bus pass programs and a performance audit.

• Amendment to WSP Design and Engineering Contract for $300,000 increase
• Call for Artists budget of up to $20,000 for electric bus public art
• Contract with Center for Transportation and the Environment not to exceed $468,000
• Financial Forecast for FY 2024-25 through 2033-34
• Low Income Student Discounted Bus Pass Program update

City Council

The 2x2 Committee of the Vallejo City Council and Vallejo City Unified School District will meet to discuss school safety. The meeting includes updates from the Youth Coordinator regarding several programs.

• Discussion on school safety
• Youth Needs Assessment and Strategic Plan update
• Prop 64 Grant update
• Mock Interview Day update
• CalKids update

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will review usage reports for drones, cell site simulators, RAVEN gunshot detection, and FLOCK ALPR cameras. The board will also discuss training options and budgets for its members. Future discussions may include the implications of AB-642 regarding facial recognition technology.

• Technology usage reports for drones, cell site simulators, RAVEN gunshot detection, and FLOCK ALPR cameras
• Discussion of board member training from city staff and VPD
• Flock RAVEN gunshot detection beta project ad-hoc subcommittee report
• Potential discussion regarding AB-642 (Facial Recognition Technology)

Measure P Oversight Committee

The Measure P Oversight Committee is reviewing proposed funding for various city projects. The committee will discuss staff proposals for several initiatives to determine recommendations for the City Council.

• Illegal Dumping/Litter Abatement: $500,000
• Graffiti Removal Equipment: $150,000
• Streetlight Repair/Expansion: $500,000
• Cardiac Monitors (Defibrillators): $500,000
• Dept. of Justice Policy and Practices Reform Efforts: $500,000

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

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

Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee

The regular meeting of the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee scheduled for March 20, 2024, has been canceled. This notice was issued by Secretary Flor Magallanes.

City Council

The City Council will convene a special session to consider specific closed-session items. These include a discussion regarding the City Manager position and a conference with legal counsel regarding two cases of anticipated litigation.

• Public Employment: City Manager
• Conference with Legal Counsel: Initiation of Two Cases of Anticipated Litigation

Housing & Community Development Commission

This special meeting for the Vallejo Housing and Community Development Commission includes standard procedures such as roll call, reports, and public comment. No specific action items or projects are detailed in the provided text.

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting to consider specific agenda items. The primary item involves authorizing the Mayor to sign a letter supporting a funding request for the Community Action Partnership of Solano County, Joint Powers Authority.

• Authorization of Mayor to sign support letter for Community Action Partnership of Solano County, Joint Powers Authority funding

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special session to conduct a team building workshop. The meeting includes an opportunity for public comment regarding the workshop.

• Public comment regarding Council/Senior Staff team building workshop

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a major use permit to convert a vacant 34,819 square-foot office building in Downtown Vallejo into a charter high school. The project would accommodate up to 400 students. Staff recommends approving the permit and finding the project exempt from environmental review.

• Major Use Permit (UP22-0008) for 241-255 Georgia Street
• Conversion of office building into a charter high school with up to 400 students
• Approval of February 21, 2024, meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Design Review Board scheduled for March 14, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 11, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting in closed session to conduct real property negotiations for 2441 Broadway Street and 301 Farragut Avenue. The agenda also includes discussions regarding the City Manager position and labor negotiations with union groups.

• Property negotiations for 2441 Broadway Street
• Property negotiations for 301 Farragut Avenue with Vallejo City Unified School District
• Discussion regarding the City Manager position
• Labor negotiations with CAMP and IBEW Local 1245

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will review several consent calendar items including a major electrical upgrade project and new job classifications. The meeting also includes an informational report on nutrient removal updates for Bay dischargers.

• Award $4,044,000 construction contract to Blocka Construction, Inc. for the Secondary Electrical Upgrade Project (PSC005)
• Create Director of Technical Services position ($228,573 - $252,001)
• Create Management Analyst I/II position ($110,535 - $141,065)
• Nutrient removal update regarding limits for all Bay dischargers

City Council

The City Council will consider allocating $5 million from Measure P revenue to the Pavement Management Plan. Members are also reviewing a request to negotiate law enforcement services with the Solano County Sheriff. Additionally, the council will discuss potential increases to fines and penalties for sideshow activities.

• Allocation of $5 million in Measure P revenue for pavement management efforts
• Negotiation of a 12-month law enforcement agreement with Solano County Sheriff up to $8 million
• Amendment to Willdan Engineering contract not to exceed $220,000
• Request to consider increased fines and penalties for sideshow activities
• Second amendment to the Sutter Solano Medical Center grant for the Broadway Project

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on March 8, 2024. The council will meet in closed session to consider public employment for an Interim City Manager. No other items are scheduled for discussion during this special session.

• Closed session regarding the appointment of an Interim City Manager

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Housing & Community Development Commission will receive a presentation on homelessness from City Manager’s Office staff. The commission is also scheduled to consider the Commission Expenditure Policy and the Annual Public Housing Agency Plan for Fiscal Year 2024-25.

• Update on Homelessness by City Manager’s Office Staff
• Commission Expenditure Policy discussion
• Annual Public Housing Agency Plan of the Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo for Fiscal Year 2024-25

Measure P Oversight Committee

The committee will hold a public workshop regarding the City's proposed use of Measure P funds. City staff will provide an overview of the proposal, followed by a period for public input.

• Public workshop and input on proposed expenditures of Measure P revenue
• Overview of proposal by City Staff

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on March 6, 2024. The council will meet in closed session regarding the appointment of an Interim City Manager.

• Closed session regarding the appointment of an Interim City Manager

Sister City Commission

The commission is reviewing the fiscal year 2024-2025 workplan and budget prepared by a subcommittee. Following approval, staff will draft a resolution for final City Council approval.

• Review and approval of the commission workplan and fiscal year 2024-2025 budget

Beautification Commission

The commission will review the 2024-25 budget request and potential community outreach opportunities. Updates are also scheduled for the Business Recognition Program, the Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program, and Beautify Vallejo Day planning.

• Commission Budget Request 2024-25
• Beautify Vallejo Day planning
• Business Recognition Program update
• Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program update
• Presentation by Public Works Director Melissa Tigbao

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for March 4, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for March 18, 2024.

Measure P Oversight Committee

The committee will hold elections for the Chair and Vice Chair positions for the February 2024 to January 2025 term. Members will also discuss future agenda items, committee roles, and the development of a work plan.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the February 2024 through January 2025 term
• Consideration of future agenda items including Fire Department defibrillator purchases and unhoused efforts
• Discussion regarding committee roles, responsibilities, and training
• Development of the Committee Work Plan, including timelines and deliverables

SolTrans Advisory Board

The Public Advisory Committee will review proposed committee bylaws for recommendation to the SolTrans Board. The meeting also includes discussions on a public outreach plan for fare changes and a system performance report.

• Proposed Public Advisory Committee Bylaws
• Public Outreach Plan for Fare Media Changes and Free Youth Fare Pilot
• System Performance Report
• Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating Revenue and Expenses through December 31, 2023
• Call For Artists Update

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to conduct closed-session business. Discussions include anticipated litigation, labor negotiations with CAMP and IBEW Local 1245, and the City Manager position.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation
• Labor negotiations with CAMP and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 1245
• Public employment discussion regarding the City Manager

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including budget and salary plan amendments. The agenda also includes appointments to the Police Oversight & Accountability Commission and various development-related items.

• Environmental consultant agreement for Sonoma Gateway Apartments at 5190 Sonoma Boulevard
• Extension of due diligence period for 285 Mare Island Way
• Appointments to the Police Oversight & Accountability Commission
• Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget and salary plan
• Purchase of three additional replacement vehicles

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will review an update regarding a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grant application. Additionally, members will receive an update on highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly.

• Recommendation to submit Step 2 of the NEA Grants for the Arts application
• Update on highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly
• Oath of office for new commission members

Sister City Commission

The Vallejo Sister City Commission will discuss budget preparation for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The commission plans to establish an ad hoc subcommittee to generate a line-item budget. The meeting also includes updates on Japanese Garden restoration and various subcommittee reports.

• Establishment of an ad hoc budget subcommittee
• Update on the status of Japanese Garden restoration
• Report from the recordkeeping subcommittee
• Staff report regarding gift policy
• Approval of December 19, 2023, meeting minutes

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The Board will conduct hearings regarding notices of violation at two specific properties. Staff has recommended upholding the violations and directing continued enforcement until compliance is met.

• Code Enforcement Appeal: 412 Shasta Street (Case #CE23-1039)
• Code Enforcement Appeal: 200 Coghlan Street (Case #CE23-0842)

Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will review project implementation updates and survey results from the eighth voting cycle. Members will also discuss committee attendance requirements. If approved, proposed rulebook changes will be forwarded to the City Council to adopt a two-year cycle, which determines how residents allocate municipal funds for community projects over that period.

• Approval of minutes from January 17 and October 18, 2023 meetings
• Review of project implementation updates for the participatory budgeting program
• Presentation of survey data from the eighth voting cycle
• Discussion of committee attendance requirements and next steps
• Vote to recommend adopting a two-year cycle for the participatory budgeting process

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several public hearing items including alcohol beverage permits for convenience stores and a new single-family residence. The meeting also includes discussion regarding commission budget policies.

• Major Use Permit for beer and wine sales at 4301 Sonoma Blvd
• Major and Minor Use Permits for beer, wine, and distilled spirits at 5182 Sonoma Blvd, Suite 200
• Minor Use Permit and Development Review for a two-story residence at 100 W. Baxter Street
• Informational item regarding New Commission/Board Budget/Work Plan policy

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting for closed sessions. The agenda includes discussions regarding existing litigation and negotiations for the property at 2441 Broadway Street.

• Litigation: Matzke et al. v. City of Vallejo, et al.
• Litigation: City of Vallejo v. Vallejo Hospitality LLC, et al.
• Litigation: City of Vallejo v. Jin-Vani Hospitality LLC, et al.
• Negotiations regarding price and terms for 2441 Broadway Street

City Council

The City Council will discuss an update on unhoused populations and potential opportunities. The meeting also includes a proposal for a $120 million bond to fund a nine-year citywide paving program.

• Fee waivers for mobile shower encroachment permits requested by Lighthouse Covenant Fellowship
• Fee waivers for preliminary review of an affordable housing project at 121 Lincoln Road West
• Request for Measure P Oversight Committee town hall meetings
• Appropriation of $3.5 million in Measure P funds for residential street resurfacing, ADA curb ramps, and pavement management
• Authorization to initiate a $120 million revenue bond application for a nine-year paving program

SolTrans Advisory Board

The SolTrans Board of Directors will review several informational updates and consider a major contract award. The agenda includes reports on the zero-emission bus program and the Sereno Transit Center Beautification Project. Additionally, the board will receive an update on fiscal year revenue and expenses through December 2023.

• Contract award for Systemwide Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA) to Jarrett Walker and Associates, LLC, up to $346,000
• $120,000 budget amendment for the COA funded by State Transit Assistance Funds
• Zero-Emission Bus Program update
• Sereno Transit Center Beautification Project update
• Report on FY 2023-24 operating revenue and expenses through December 31, 2023

City Council

The 2x2 Committee will meet to discuss school safety and student program expansions. Discussion topics include Nebraska Street safety and before and after school expansion programs. The committee will also receive updates regarding various youth coordinator initiatives.

• Nebraska Street safety discussion
• Before and after school expansion discussion
• VHS College and Career Day update
• Sister City Commission update
• League of Women Voters program update

Measure P Oversight Committee

The committee will consider supporting a request to the City Council to allocate Measure P funds toward Pavement Management Plan efforts. This includes initiating a bond application process. Members will also discuss developing the committee's work plan and outreach activities.

• Vote on Measure P funding allocation for Pavement Management Program
• Initiation of the bond application process
• Report from Public Works Director Tigbao regarding budget amendments
• Development of Committee Work Plan and outreach activities

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The Vallejo Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on installing six new streetlights at Alden Park, a designated historic city landmark that provides public recreational space. Staff recommends approving the project based on preservation standards that exempt it from environmental review. The meeting also covers routine commission reports, updates on local historic sites, and discussions about amending municipal code for historic properties.

• Public hearing for Certificate of Appropriateness COA23-0003 at Alden Park, Mare Island (APN: 0066-050-170)
• Proposal to install six new streetlights in the historic park
• Staff recommendation to approve Resolution No. 24-01
• Updates on German Marder Submarine relocation and Mare Island Flagpole
• Discussion on amending Vallejo Municipal Code Chapter 16.614 for historic preservation

Economic Development Commission (EDC)

The regular meeting of the Economic Vitality Commission scheduled for February 14, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 10, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to conduct closed-session business. The agenda includes discussions regarding liability claims, anticipated litigation, and a public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager.

• Liability Claim: Tyler Quinn v. City of Vallejo
• Conference with Legal Counsel regarding anticipated litigation
• Public Employee Performance Evaluation: City Manager

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board of Trustees will elect new officers and review several administrative reports. Proposed actions include awarding contracts for electrical work at the WWTP Solids Facility and engineering design services for Tubbs Island.

• $355,655 contract award to Radman Electric for WWTP Solids Facility Conduit & Wire Project
• Professional services agreement with KSN, Inc. for Tubbs Island Engineering Design Services up to $453,000
• Adoption of the 2023-24 District Salary Schedule
• Election of Board President, Vice President, and Secretary
• Update on the sale of Series 2024A Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bonds

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to review several administrative reports and a specific personnel classification correction. The primary action item involves a proposed change to the City's Classification Plan regarding the Water Resource Manager position.

• Correction to designation of the Water Resource Manager classification from classified to unclassified service

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for the newly created Police Oversight & Accountability Commission (POAC). Appointments are expected to be made during the regular City Council meeting on February 27, 2024.

• Applicant interviews for the Police Oversight & Accountability Commission (POAC)

Design Review Board

The regular meeting scheduled for February 8, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 14, 2024.

Beautification Commission

The commission will vote to approve either Category A or Category B for the Business Recognition program. The meeting also includes discussions regarding budget expenditure policies and planning for Beautify Vallejo Day. Additionally, updates on graffiti abatement and street mural programs are scheduled.

• Vote to approve Category A or B for the Business Recognition program
• Discussion of Commission Budget Expenditure Policy
• Planning for Beautify Vallejo Day
• Update on Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on February 6, 2024. The agenda is limited to closed session discussions regarding the employment of the City Manager and an Interim City Manager.

• Closed session: City Manager employment
• Closed session: Interim City Manager employment

City Council

The City Council will consider a construction contract for the Navigation Center Project and grant agreements with Solano County. The meeting also includes reviewing amendments to the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention Program funding. These actions involve notices of intent to amend the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget.

• $8,045,714 construction contract for Navigation Center Project awarded to G & G Builders, Inc.
• American Rescue Plan Act grant agreement with Solano County
• First Amendment to the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention Program MOU

McCune Collection Commission

The Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget and discuss docent hours for public access. The agenda also includes reports on the website, Art Walk, and volunteer program.

• Approval of the FY 2024-25 Budget
• Discussion of docent hours and public room access
• Acquisition of donated items to the McCune Collection
• Activity reports for Website, Art Walk, and Volunteer Program

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for February 5, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.

Marina Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss findings from an Ad-Hoc Committee regarding crab and fish sales at the Marina. Members will also discuss designated locations for jet skis and a state grant and sea wall study.

• Findings of Ad-Hoc Committee regarding crab and fish sales at Marina
• Designated location for Jet Skis in Marina
• State grant and sea wall study
• Report on Marina improvements and projects
• Report on Marina security and incidents

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to gather input on housing and community development needs for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The agenda also includes a response regarding five properties in the Housing Element draft and an update on homelessness. Additionally, the Commission will consider a budget amendment for the Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo.

• Public hearing on housing and community development needs for CDBG and HOME program funds
• Response regarding five properties in the Housing Element Public Review Draft
• Presentation on homelessness by City Manager’s Office staff
• Budget amendment for the Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo (HACV) for FY 2023-24
• Discussion of staff responses to Commissioner questions from December 7, 2023

City Council

The Vallejo City Council is holding a special meeting on January 30, 2024, to interview applicants for several local advisory bodies. The council will not finalize appointments during this session; those decisions are scheduled for the regular meeting on February 13, 2024. These appointed groups advise the city and county on transportation safety, mosquito control, code enforcement, and cultural programming.

• Applicant interviews for the Solano County Mosquito Abatement District Board
• Applicant interviews for the Solano Transportation Authority Pedestrian Advisory Committee
• Applicant interviews for City advisory bodies including Culture + Arts and Code Enforcement Appeals Board
• Final appointments scheduled for the February 13, 2024 regular meeting

City Council

The Deferred Compensation Plan, 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan, and Retirement Health Savings Program Committee scheduled a regular meeting on January 29, 2024. The provided agenda is entirely procedural boilerplate and lists only logistical notices for public participation, remote access instructions, and ADA compliance information. No specific resolutions, contracts, or policy changes are included.

• No substantive items, rezonings, contracts, or fee changes are listed in the provided text.

Measure P Oversight Committee

The Measure P Oversight Committee will meet to develop its committee work plan, including timelines and outreach activities. Members will also discuss the frequency of future committee meetings. A presentation on the Pavement Management Program is scheduled as an information item.

• Development of Committee Work Plan
• Discussion of meeting frequency
• Presentation: Pavement Management Program

Code Enforcement Appeals Board

The regularly scheduled meeting of the Code Enforcement Appeals Board has been canceled. No business will be conducted by the board on this date.

Human Relations Commission

The Human Relations Commission will hear presentations from the City Manager and the Police Department. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from a September 2023 special meeting.

• Presentation by the City Manager regarding roles, responsibilities, and priorities
• Police Department presentation on senior services in the Plaza Drive area
• Approval of minutes from the September 27, 2023, special meeting

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will convene a special session to conduct a closed session. The council is scheduled to confer with legal counsel regarding the case VPOA et al. v. City of Vallejo, et al., in the United States District Court, Eastern District of California.

• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel regarding VPOA et al. v. City of Vallejo, et al. (Case No. 2:21-cv-00454-KJM-CKD)

City Council

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on January 23, 2024. The agenda is limited to a closed session conference with labor negotiators representing CAMP and IBEW Local 1245. No other items are scheduled for discussion at this meeting.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators regarding CAMP and IBEW Local 1245

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo will hold a special meeting to discuss changes to its administrative plan. The body is scheduled to conduct a public hearing and consider a resolution to approve revisions to the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Administrative Plan.

• Public hearing regarding revisions to the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Administrative Plan
• Resolution to approve proposed changes to the HCV Program Administrative Plan

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several budget amendments, including funds for the Vallejo Skatepark Project. The agenda includes a proposed agreement for public safety radio services and various grant awards.

• Agreement with Felton Institute for IHART program services up to $912,463
• Budget reallocation of $19,059.32 for the Modernize Vallejo Skatepark Project
• Reallocation of $53,000 from Reentry Program for Offenders to Rescue Equipment and Trailer project
• Awarding of $203,000 in Special Event Sponsorship Program grants
• Operating agreement with EBRCSA for public safety radio services up to $1,631,000

Commission on Culture & the Arts

The Commission will review a draft letter regarding public notice displays at the Ferry Terminal and receive updates on grants and local artist highlights. The meeting also includes discussion of future agenda items such as artwork storage policies and an artists registry.

• Review of draft letter requesting to relocate or locate a public display board at the Ferry Building area
• Information update from the Grants Ad Hoc Committee
• Update regarding highlighting artists in the Vallejo Weekly
• Discussion of future items: Inventory/Storage Policy of Artwork, Artists Registry, and citywide arts strategy

City Council

The SolTrans Board of Directors will meet to review several administrative and financial items. Key actions include awarding a contract for a systemwide operational analysis and approving an amendment to the current fiscal year operating budget.

• Award $346,000 contract for Systemwide Comprehensive Operational Analysis to Jarrett Walker and Associates, LLC
• Authorize lease agreement for office space at 237 Georgia Street for a five-year period
• Amend Connexionz (CNX) contract to increase amount by $154,396
• Approve Resolution 2024-01 regarding State Rail Assistance funds for the open loop project
• Approve proposed amendment to the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating Budget

City Council

The 2x2 Committee of the Vallejo City Council and Vallejo City Unified School District will meet to discuss several items. Discussion topics include the ownership of the VCUSD administration building, Nebraska Street safety, and Kids Club expansion.

• VCUSD Administration Building title/ownership discussion
• Nebraska Street safety discussion
• Kids Club expansion discussion
• Youth Coordinator updates regarding NLC Youth Delegation, College and Career Day, Needs Assessment and Strategic Plan, and Tech Exchange

Surveillance Advisory Board

The Surveillance Advisory Board will meet to elect a Vice Chair for the 2024 term. The board will also conduct a workshop regarding current and future Vallejo Police Department surveillance technologies.

• Election of Board Vice Chair for January 2024 through December 2024
• Workshop on current and future police surveillance technology
• Reports on drones, cell site simulators, RAVEN gunshot detection, and FLOCK ALPR cameras
• Progress report on the Flock RAVEN gunshot detection beta project ad-hoc subcommittee

Architectural, Heritage & Landmarks Commission

The regular meeting of the Architectural Heritage and Landmarks Commission scheduled for January 18, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 15, 2024.

Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee

The Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee will review project implementation updates and Cycle 8 vote survey results. The committee will also consider rulebook changes to recommend a two-year process cycle to the City Council. Newly appointed commissioners will be sworn in during this meeting.

• Oath of office for newly appointed commissioners
• Project implementation update from city staff
• Review of Cycle 8 vote survey results
• Proposed rulebook changes to recommend a two-year budgeting cycle

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a liquor license for an existing convenience store and the legalization of equipment at a concrete batch facility. Staff recommends continuing both items to future dates.

• Major Use Permit and Public Convenience or Necessity for off-sale beer and wine at 4301 Sonoma Blvd
• Site Development for equipment legalization at 1888 and 1887 Broadway

Design Review Board

The regular meeting of the Vallejo Design Review Board scheduled for January 11, 2024, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 8, 2024.

Housing Authority

The Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting for closed session discussions. These sessions include conferences with legal counsel regarding two lawsuits and a discussion on public employment for the City Manager position.

• Litigation: Buster v. City of Vallejo, et al.
• Litigation: McCoy et al. v. City of Vallejo, et al.
• Public employment discussion regarding the City Manager position

Vallejo Flood & Wastewater District

The Board will hold a public hearing to consider amending resolutions for sewer, upper lateral, and storm drainage service charges. The meeting also includes a proposal to authorize the issuance of Series 2024A Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bonds to refinance prior debt. Additionally, the Board will introduce its new General Manager and Clerk of the Board.

• Public hearing on sewer, upper lateral, and storm drainage service charges
• Authorization of Series 2024A Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bonds
• Introduction of new General Manager Mark Tomko
• Introduction of new Clerk of the Board Eduardo Castillo Gomez
• Information update regarding Mare Island

City Council

The City Council will meet to elect a Vice Mayor and review several city contracts and appointments. The agenda includes adopting a new policy for budget requests from city boards and commissions. Members will also receive an update on the public safety staffing emergency.

• Equipment purchase agreement with DXP Enterprises, Inc. up to $300,000
• Rejection of bid for Zio Fraedos restaurant roof replacement
• Acceptance of F3 Marina Tenant Improvement / Barrier Project as complete
• Maintenance and funding agreement with Napa Valley Vine Trail Coalition
• New policy for city board and commission budget requests

Civil Service Commission

The Vallejo Civil Service Commission will meet on January 8, 2024. The commission is reviewing the titles and specifications for several new city positions. These include crime scene investigators and a cybersecurity information systems officer.

• Approval of Crime Scene Investigator I/II and Senior Crime Scene Investigator positions
• Approval of Cybersecurity Information Systems Officer position
• Swearing in of a new commissioner

Housing & Community Development Commission

The Commission will consider a request to continuously discuss low barrier housing or container homes for the homeless population. Additionally, they will review proposed revisions to the Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan.

• Discussion of low barrier housing options or low-cost container homes
• Revisions to the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program Administrative Plan

Beautification Commission

The Beautification Commission will review a Love Your Block Grant application and receive updates on various community programs. The agenda includes reports from the Public Works Director and several subcommittees.

• Love Your Block Grant Application Support
• MLK Day of Service – Tree Planting
• Earth Daze Event April 2024
• Business Recognition Program Update
• Graffiti Abatement/Street Mural Program

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Planning Commission scheduled for January 3, 2024, has been cancelled. This notice contains only procedural information regarding the cancellation and the next tentative meeting date.

• Notice of meeting cancellation