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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Vallejo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Pocket Park Renovation Construction Schedule
A pocket park renovation is moving forward on a phased schedule: site prep this month, irrigation and drainage by mid-January, planting of 12 trees and 250 shrubs by May, and final cleanup by June.
Free Senior Thanksgiving Meal and Senior Outreach
The Moose Lodge and Vallejo Together will host a free senior Thanksgiving meal with delivery available, and a commissioner wants to hand out HRC brochures at the event and the senior center — noting many seniors don't use email.
Youth Midnight Basketball Program
Commissioners praised the free Friday-night midnight basketball program at the old Elite charter school gym for keeping kids ages 11 and up off the streets, and suggested expanding it to more nights and sports.
Meeting Cancellation Due to Quorum Shortage
The Vallejo Beautification Commission could not hold its scheduled meeting because not enough members were present. This delays important community beautification discussions and updates until the next meeting.
Blue Rock Springs Golf Course Concept Plan
The council advanced the preliminary concept plan for the redevelopment of the municipal golf course, which includes mixed-use residential areas, a redesigned golf layout, and a new clubhouse. Officials discussed incorporating a community youth center into future planning.
Community Outreach and Special Events Tabling
Members reviewed the city's special events calendar to identify tabling and promotional opportunities for Participatory Budgeting leading up to the fall idea collection phase.