VALLEJO WEEKLY
Hello Vallejo
ANDREW’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
A MESSAGE FROM THE CITY MANAGER
I hope everyone enjoyed a refreshing Spring Break and the beautiful weather over Easter weekend. It was wonderful to see so many family-friendly events bringing our community together. While the sunshine held out for the holiday, it looks like rain will return this weekend—perfect timing for anyone still tackling those last-minute tax preparations and looking for a reason to stay indoors.
Earth Day is just around the corner, and April 18th will be full of opportunities to get involved. Solano County will host its annual Earth Day clean-ups throughout Vallejo and the region, and the City of Vallejo—partnering with Recology—will offer a free dump day for our community. Both events are great ways to care for our environment and strengthen our connection to one another. You can find more details in this week’s edition of the Vallejo Weekly.
I also want to share that I will be transitioning out of my role with the City later this month. Serving as Vallejo’s City Manager has been one of the true highlights of my career. I’m proud of the progress we’ve made together in public safety, affordable housing, infrastructure, customer service, and overall organizational performance. It has been an honor to work alongside our dedicated City Council, committed community partners, and talented City staff.
This feels like the right moment for me to make a transition, and I’m looking forward to spending time with my family while planning the next chapter of my career. I am deeply appreciative of the diverse, creative, and resilient community that defines Vallejo, and I wish our city continued success and prosperity.
With Appreciation
Andrew Murray City Manager
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VALLEJO 2nd FRIDAY ARTWALK
April 10th 5-9 pm
Last chance to see 8 artists at The McCune Threads That Tie Us A Fiber Art Community Experience!
Explore the blurred lines between everyday objects and artistic expression with a focus on fiber and textile art. In this rebellion against the distinction between Craft and Art, we invite you to experience the surprising and delightful diversity of these works while marveling at the skill, intuition, knowledge and wisdom.
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The McCune Collection is located in the lower level of the JFK library building. Enter via the newly refurbished lower plaza at the corner of Georgia & Santa Clara Streets.
Coffee, tea and refreshments to be served Details & map: mccunecollection.org/about
Every 2nd Friday Month from 5 to 9 PM In downtown Vallejo
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Reach your city council
Mayor Andrea Sorce (Term Expires Jan 2029)
Andrea.Sorce@cityofvallejo.net 707-648-4377
Vice Mayor Diosdado “JR” Matulac (District 2 - Term Expires Jan 2027) JR.Matulac@cityofvallejo.net 707-648-4132
Council Member Alexander Matias (District 1 - Term Expires Jan 2029) Alexander.Matias@cityofvallejo.net 707-648-4134
Council Member Tonia Lediju, Phd (District 3 - Term Expires Jan 2029) Tonia.Lediju@cityofvallejo.net 707-649-7716
Council Member Charles Palmares (District 4 - Term Expires Jan 2027) Charles.Palmares@cityofvallejo.net 707-648-4133
Council Member Peter Bregenzer (District 5 -Term Expires Jan 2027) Peter.Bregenzer@cityofvallejo.net 707-648-4131
Council Member Helen-Marie Gordon (District 6 - Term Expires Jan 2029) Helen-Marie.Gordon@cityofvallejo.net 707-649-7711
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Dump Day Dump Day D FREE FREE
A C C E P T E D I T E M S :
A p p l i a n c e s
E l e c t r o n i c w a s t e ( e - w a s t e )
O l d f u r n i t u r e & m a t t r e s s e s
M e t a l o b j e c t s
T i r e s ( u p t o 9 )
Y a r d w a s t e
G a r b a g e
N O T A C C E P T E D
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C h e m i c a l s
H a z a r d o u s w a s t e
C & D d e b r i s
C o m p r e s s e d a i r , h e l i u m ,
o r p r o p a n e t a n k s
M e d i c a l w a s t e
Solano County
EARTH DAY
CLEANUP
BENICIA
Location: Benicia Bus Hub
(Corner of Park & Industrial Way)
Time: Saturday April 18, 8am-11am
Contact: Sharon Denney
Email: SDenney@ci.benicia.ca.us http://www.ci.benicia.ca.us/stormwater
DIXON
Location: Pond C at 1265 Yale Drive
Time: Saturday April 18, 9am-11am
Contact: Leland Markusen
Email: LMarkusen@cityofdixonca.gov www.cityofdixonca.gov/stormwater
FAIRFIELD
Location: Lower Ledgewood Creek
(parking lot behind Home Depot)
Time: Saturday April 18, 9am-11am
Contact: Trang Bui
Email: TBui@fairfieldsuisunsewer.ca.gov https://www.fairfieldsuisunsewer.ca.gov/
LAKE SOLANO
Location: Lake Solano County Park
Time: Saturday April 18, 9am-12pm
Contact: Jamie Fussell
Email: JMFussell@SolanoCounty.gov www.solanocounty.gov
LOVE IN LOVE IN ACTION DAY ACTION DAY
call 707.678.1655 (ext 104) or visit www.cleanupsolano.org
RIO VISTA
Location: Sandy Beach Park
Time: Saturday April 18, 10am-12pm
Contact: Marissa Medders
Email: MAMedders@SolanoCounty.gov www.solanocounty.gov
VACAVILLE
Location: Andrew’s Park
Time: Saturday April 18, 9am-11am
Contact: Robyn Slater
Email: robyn.slater@solanorcd.org
www.cityofvacaville.com/creekcleanup
SUISUN CITY
Location: Lower Union Ave Creek
(dead end of Railroad Ave near Marina Blvd)
Time: Saturday April 18, 9am-11am
Contact: Trang Bui
Email: TBui@fairfieldsuisunsewer.ca.gov https://www.fairfieldsuisunsewer.ca.gov/
Location: Grizzly Island Road
(meet at Suisun Hill Bridge)
Time: Saturday April 11, 9:30am-12:30pm
Contact: Di Holokahi
Email: Di@solanolandtrust.org www.solanolandtrust.org
VALLEJO
Location: Blue Rock Springs Creek Corridor
(below Wardlaw Park)
Time: Saturday April 18, 9am-11:30am
Contact: Doug Darling
Email: ddfish4life@sbcglobal.net
www.vallejowatershedalliance.org
Location: McGary Road
(meet at Lynch Canyon parking lot)
Time: Saturday April 18, 9am-11:30am
Contact: Diana Samuels
Email: DLSamuels@SolanoCounty.goc www.solanocounty.gov
Vallejo Symphony Concert III
London Symphony Symphony No. 1, “Classical” — Sergei Prokofiev, Saint Cello Concerto No. 1 — Camille Saint-Saëns, Isaac Pastor-Chemak, cello soloist Symphony No.104 “London” — Joseph Haydn Marc Taddei, conducting
Our grand finale brings Haydn’s last and greatest symphony to the stage—his jubilant farewell to the form he helped define. The evening opens with Prokofiev’s cheeky Classical Symphony and SaintSaëns’ passionate Cello Concerto No. 1, performed by our exceptional principal cellist Isaac Pastor-Chernik. His playing combines fire, grace, and total command of the instrument.
Sunday, April 19, 2026, 3PM at the Empress Theatre
Vallejo’s Police Department Revises Personnel Complaint Policy
The Vallejo Police Department (VPD) is excited to announce the release of its draft revised Personnel Complaint Policy. We invite community members, business owners, and stakeholders to review the policy and provide feedback by April 24, 2026.
This updated policy demonstrates VPD’s commitment to building public trust, accountability, and continuing fair investigative practices. It outlines the procedures for accepting, classifying, investigating, and resolving complaints against VPD personnel. The draft policy includes safeguards to ensure all complaints are handled with professionalism, impartiality, and transparency.
In accordance with Government Code sections 3300 through 3313 and Penal Code section 832.5, the policy stipulates that all complaints will be accepted without delay, bias, or retaliation. Every allegation will be thoroughly investigated in alignment with California law and VPD standards.
Key highlights of the draft policy include:
• Complaint Accessibility: VPD accepts complaints from anyone through multiple channels: in person, online, by phone, email, mail, or anonymously. Forms and brochures will be available in English, Spanish, and Tagalog at the department lobby and on VallejoPD.net. Interpretation services will be offered, and oral complaints may be recorded upon request. All complaints will be documented, reviewed by a supervisor, and followed up promptly. Complainants will receive a copy of their statement and may submit additional information at any time.
• Community Outreach and Oversight: Vallejo PD will distribute complaint forms, brochures, and informational materials in our front lobby, on our website, and throughout the community. These resources will also be distributed to local churches, community organizations, and oversight bodies such as the Police Oversight and Accountability Commission and the Chief’s Advisory Board.
• New Public Complaint Portal: A new online Public Portal will allow community members to submit complaints and feedback directly through a secure, user-friendly web platform. The portal is available in multiple languages and can be accessed anytime from a phone or computer, making it easier than ever to engage with the department. Users will also receive real-time updates as their complaint moves through the review process.
• Clear Classification and Oversight: Complaints will be categorized as formal, informal, or public inquiries. The Professional Standards Division will oversee the fair handling of all complaints, regardless of their source.
• Strict Anti-Retaliation Protections: Any attempt to interfere with or retaliate against a complainant, witness, or cooperating party will result in disciplinary action, which can include termination.
• Transparency and Reporting: An annual public report summarizing complaint trends and dispositions will be published each year.
• Thorough Investigative Standards: All personnel complaint investigations will be conducted with diligence, including the recording of interviews and evidentiary reviews, and will follow a preponderance-of-evidence standard.
• Annual Audit and Training: The Professional Standards Division will perform annual audits of the complaint process. All relevant Vallejo PD personnel will receive training on complaint intake and investigation procedures. The Vallejo Police Department will host a town hall meeting on April 30, 2026, to present the draft complaints policy and listen to community comments and concerns regarding the revised complaint policy.
We encourage all community members to review the draft policy and submit their questions or feedback by visiting: https://www.myvallejo.com/vallejo-police-department-releases-draft-complaint-policy-for-public-feedback and click on the IDEAS button.
Community members may submit questions and comments to the Vallejo Police Department by email at VallejoPolicePIO@cityofvallejo.net or by mail to 111 Amador Street, Vallejo, CA 94590, Attention: Professional Standards Division.
Vacaville: June 8-12, 2026, 9am-3pm
Fairfield: June 15-18, 2026, 8:30am-3:30pm (June 19th is a holiday)
Vallejo: June 22-26, 2026, 9am-3pm
SOLANO WORKFORCE STABILITY GRANT PROGRAM
Safer Streets & Brighter Paths: Public Works Finishes Key Projects
The City of Vallejo’s Public Works team has recently wrapped up two key projects that strengthen safety and enhance our community spaces.
First, crews completed the long-awaited waterfront solar light retrofit. Funded through 2025 Measure P allocations, these upgraded solar fixtures replace lights previously damaged by copper theft and vandalism—bringing brighter, more reliable lighting back to our waterfront pathways.
In addition, Public Works installed new lighting and signage at the crosswalk in front of City Hall on Santa Clara Street. These upgrades improve visibility for both drivers and pedestrians, helping everyone move through the downtown area more safely.
Together, these improvements support a safer, more welcoming Vallejo for residents and visitors alike.
A big thank-you to our Public Works team for your dedication and hard work!
SCHOLARSHIP
Thinking About Building an ADU? Start Here!
The City of Vallejo has released a brand-new ADU Mini-Guide for Homeowners to help you plan, design, and build an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) or Junior ADU (JADU) on your property. Whether you’re looking to create space for family, generate rental income, or boost your property value, this guide walks you through the entire process. What’s Inside?
Step-by-step breakdown of the ADU process
Key design and permitting tips
Overview of local rules, fees, and timelines
Links to helpful tools and financing resources
View or download the guide: Vallejo ADU Mini-Guide for Homeowners (PDF)
If you’ve been wondering whether an ADU is right for you - this is the place to start!
For questions, contact the City of Vallejo Planning Division at (707) 648-4326 or planning@cityofvallejo.net.
Water-Safe Beginners Ages 4+
Learn to Compete!
S U M M E R M O N - TH U R S
JUN 8 - JUL 2, 6-7PM
JUL 6 - JUL 30, 6-7PM
$132 for one session
$231 for both sessions
FALL M O N - TH U R S
AUG 31 - NOV 5, 6-7PM
$340 for the 10 week session
Prac�ce Dura�on: 60 - 120 min*
Costs: $130 - $170*
*depending on skill level
Need Help with Your Electrical Bill?
Affordable energy is an important component of housing stability. High utility costs can strain household budgets and reduce resources available for other essential needs, including housing, education, childcare, and healthcare. Fair Housing Advocates of Northern California (FHANC) is pleased to share information about energy assistance programs offered by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) that may help reduce monthly utility expenses.
Eligible households may qualify for a monthly discount of 20% or more through PG&E’s California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) program. Participation in public assistance programs such as WIC, CalFresh/SNAP, or MediCal may meet eligibility requirements. Learn more and apply at pge.com/care.
Households that do not qualify for CARE may be eligible for the Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA) program, which offers an 18% discount on electricity bills. Applications are available at pge.com/fera.
Additional programs may also be available to assist with essential services, including medical device support and phone or internet services. For more information, visit pge.com/billhelp. Applications may be submitted online or by mail.
The City of Vallejo Supports Your Efforts to Keep Our Community Clean and Beautiful. To ensure your event meets City requirements and to help us coordinate support, please reach out early in your planning process and review these guidelines for a safe and successful event. Get all the details here:
https://www.vallejo.gov/residents/ volunteer_resources/planning_a_ community_clean-_up_
Vallejo Kicks Off Spring CERT Training
With Strong Community Momentum
The City of Vallejo officially kicked off its Spring CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Training Series on March 23, 2026, at Solano Community College’s Vallejo Campus—bringing together residents ready to strengthen community resilience.
This engaging, hands-on program delivers 24 hours of essential instruction in disaster preparedness, emergency response, fire safety, basic medical operations, and more. Participants will put their new skills to the test during a full-scale practical exercise on April 12, 2026, where they’ll work as a coordinated team to respond to a simulated emergency scenario.
Vallejo’s CERT program continues to empower community members with the knowledge and confidence to support neighbors when it matters most. For information about future CERT Training please contact: Volunteers@cityofvallejo.net
To pre-apply for the next series, dates to be determined, you can submit your request here: https://bit.ly/3PziWIB
Interested in Joining Our Team?
You might be a great fit!
Building Plans Examiner - Closing On 4/13/2026
Traffic Engineer - Closing On 4/27/2026
Communications Operator II (Extra Help) - Closing On 5/4/2026
Firefighter / Paramedic - Closing On 5/18/2026
Police Officer (Entry Level - Academy Graduate)Closing On 6/30/2026
Police Officer (Lateral) - Closing On 6/30/2026
Police Cadet - Closing On 6/30/2026
Police Officer (Recruit) - Closing On 6/30/2026
The Neighborhood Watch Program offers our community members a chance to stay informed, build connections, and enhance communication with one another and our police department. It’s about neighbors working together to create a safer community.
If you’re interested in how the Neighborhood Watch Program can improve your area, contact Sgt. Hollis at Rashad.Hollis@cityofvallejo.net for more information.
By taking proactive steps today, we can help create a safer tomorrow for our communities.
Click HERE to see all of our current job listings
PETS of the week
Argento
Pit bull Terrier Mix, Chocolate Merle, M, 1 yo, 61 lbs, $300
A beautiful merle pittie with bright dual-colored eyes, energetic spirit, and a goofy, affectionate side. Loves long walks, playtime, and soaking up attention. Thrives in an active home ready for adventure and companionship.
VALLEJO HOUSING
Malina
Domestic Medium Hair/ Siamese Mix, Blue Point, F, 1.5 yo, 15 lbs, $150 adoption fee
A sweet, social, affectionate cat who enjoys gentle petting, calm company, playful bursts, and clear boundaries. Low-to-medium energy, litter trained, curious, and likely compatible with a gentle dog in a peaceful home.
OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY ON TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Participants can request appointments by scanning the QR code with your smartphone or tablet or by clicking on this link.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
For general inquiries: (707) 648-4507 cityofvallejo.co/47gz8Dy
Caltrans Traffic Advisory
State Route 37 (SR 37)/Fairgrounds Dr Interchange: Solano Transportation Authority and Caltrans Begin the Next Phase
Construction is nearing completion and the new Diverging Diamond Interchange is expected to open to traffic in the early summer, weather permitting.
In early April, traffic on Fairgrounds Drive will be shifted in the northbound and southbound directions under SR 37 to allow for the new median to be constructed. Motorists should watch for temporary traffic lane shifts and follow all on-site signage.
• The eastbound off-ramp at SR37/Fairgrounds Dr will be closed overnight with detours. Closures are scheduled from 10 PM until 6 AM.
• The westbound on-ramp from Fairgrounds Dr to SR 37 will be closed overnight with detours. Closures are scheduled from 8 PM until 6 AM.
For general questions, please email them at: SR37-FairgroundsPIO@portal3.pbid.com
To learn about how to use the DDI, please watch their informational video at: https://youtu.be/ L7QOoovsVuU?si=AOsSTF2hREcpQwhA.
55 Hour Closure of Solano Ave/Spring Rd –Interstate 80 (I-80) On-Ramp
Caltrans will be constructing curb ramps and installing new traffic signals at the intersection of Solano Avenue/ Springs Road and the WB I-80 On-Ramp.
Schedule: Starting - April 17, 2026, at 7 PM Ending - April 20,2026 at 5 AM
Detours:
• Westbound Solano Ave: Motorists will need to turn right onto Mariposa St, right turn on Tennessee St and a right turn onto the WB I-80 on-ramp.
• Eastbound Solano Ave: Motorists will need to turn left on Mariposa St, right turn on Tennessee St and a right turn onto the WB I-80 on-ramp.
• Southbound Mariposa St: Motorists will need to turn right on Solano Ave, left turn on southbound 14th St and a left turn onto the Campbell StrWB I-80 onramp.
• Pedestrians will need use the opposite side of the road via signage on barricades.
For general questions, please email: sabrina.martinez@dot.ca.gov
See the full press release here: https://files. constantcontact.com/d01fd34f901/1b6efe39-ae69-470fa583-8aa84cc398a6.pdf
PARTICIPANTS NEEDED
New Website Connects Solano Residents to Aging & Disability Support
A new online resource, www.aaans.org, makes it easier for Solano County’s older and disabled adults and those who care for them to connect to vital support. The site offers user-friendly directories of free local services, from healthcare counseling and transportation to caregiver respite and legal advice. It also features downloadable resource guides in English and Spanish, plus direct connections to staff for personalized support.
With Solano’s older adult population growing rapidly, access to trusted, easy-to-use information is more important than ever. Visit www.aaans.org to explore the full range of services available.
Planning an Event in Vallejo?
You may need a permit for that, especially if it’s more than 75 people. Let our team help you with that. Please visit the City of Vallejo’s website for more information: https://www.cityofvallejo.net/cms/one. aspx?portalId=16925451&pageId=17554100
If you are ready to submit your application you can do that here: https://cityofvallejo.formstack.com/forms/special_event_ application
If you have questions you can email specialevents@cityofvallejo.net or call us at 707-648-8616
