District 6 Council Member· 2025-2029
Helen-Marie "Cookie" Gordon
Vallejo
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- Meetings spoken in
- 50
- Total speaking time
- 7:38:50
- Avg per meeting
- 9:11
- Segments
- 5892
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Top issues during term (20)
Local Renter Protection Policies and Rent Stabilization
Potential future economic impacts related to commercial linkage fees and housing developments.
Police Surveillance Technology & Data Privacy Oversight
Staffing constraints may require additional administrative resources or budget allocations for dedicated audit personnel.
Flock Safety Technology Agreements and Usage
The city maintains a multi-year contract for Flock Safety technology totaling hundreds of thousands of dollars funded through measures such as Measure P.
Surveillance Technology Audit Plan and Policy
Potential future staffing costs if additional analyst positions are funded.
Appeal of Administrative Citation at 329 Couch Street
The citation could carry fines for the property owner if upheld.
Coordinated Entry System Homelessness Funding
The city faces a $28 million budget deficit while grant funding for IHART is not permanent.
Vallejo Community Safety Center Costs and Scope
Program funding levels aren't specified in the agenda, but the September minutes show ongoing discussion about long-term funding sustainability.
Economic Development and Business Support
Displaced hundreds of workers and strained local safety nets and employment services.
Marine Emergency Response Fireboat Funding Match
About $500,000 in one-time Measure P funds plus long-term maintenance and fuel costs absorbed into the operating budget.
Master Fee Schedule Adjustments
Potential savings of approximately $8,000 across plans from lower-cost CITs, alongside review of administrative account reserves.
Domestic Violence Enhanced Response and Survivor Support
Program budget discussed at approximately $481,000 for comprehensive services.
Community Survey on Measure P Spending Priorities
Up to $424 from committee funds.
Investigation of Missing Municipal Artwork in Storage
Hundreds of thousands of dollars in public art assets are currently unaccounted for.
Community Outreach and Cycle 9 Idea Collection
Determined by future allocations under the participatory budgeting cycle.
April 2027 Arts, Culture, and Creativity Month Planning
Estimated initial promotional budget request of approximately $3,000, with potential in-kind contributions.
Code Enforcement Lien and Appeal Dispute
Disputed liens and fees amount to thousands of dollars, impacting the property owner's financing for a $400,000 home construction project.
Nebraska Street Closure and Funding
Funding for the Nebraska Street project was reported as secured, pending final administrative review.
Inclusionary Housing Ordinance Adoption
Developers of qualifying projects will set aside 4-10% of units as affordable or pay in-lieu fees into a new affordable housing trust fund; no direct city cost.
Asphalt Art Project Implementation
Financial requirements for the project will be reviewed alongside ad-hoc committee budget proposals.
Community Cleanups and Tool Trailer Scheduling
Improves operational efficiency through automated volunteer coordination software.
Decisions during term (530)
Recorded while Gordon was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Election of Chair
Election of Vice Chair
Approval of agenda as amended (moving Item 11.A to 8.A)
Approval of October 19, 2026 minutes
Continuance of zoning citation appeal, 1017 Indiana Street (ZV26-0057)
Chick-fil-A drive-thru amendment (PLN26-0097)
Solano Ranch South Master Sign Program and variance (PLN25-0099)
Approval of Agenda and Minutes
Nomination and Selection of HRC Chairperson
Discussion and Development of 2026-2027 Goals
Creation of Three Subcommittees
Future Agenda Item: Domestic Violence Awareness Initiative
Approval of agenda and consent calendar (including June 9, 2026 minutes)
Resolution amending FY 2026-27 budget — $300,000 Measure P transfer
CONSENT CALENDAR AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Consent calendar and agenda approval (items 8.A-8.I, with 8.E and 8.G pulled)
9.A. Investment management services agreement with Meeder Public Funds, Inc.
9.B. Accept 2026 Port Security Grant for marine emergency response fireboat
9.D. Public hearing and introduction of inclusionary housing ordinance (Chapter 16.216)
8.1 (8.G). Warming center funding, Five Keys operator agreement amendment, and Solano Transit grant agreement
Voting record (65)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.
Resolution amending FY 2026-27 budget — $300,000 Measure P transfer
Consent calendar and agenda approval (items 8.A-8.I, with 8.E and 8.G pulled)
9.A. Investment management services agreement with Meeder Public Funds, Inc.
9.B. Accept 2026 Port Security Grant for marine emergency response fireboat
9.D. Public hearing and introduction of inclusionary housing ordinance (Chapter 16.216)
8.1 (8.G). Warming center funding, Five Keys operator agreement amendment, and Solano Transit grant agreement
8.2 (8.E). PEMHCA contribution resolution for VPOA employees
Adoption of July 2026 Transportation Analysis Guidelines (Item 9C)
Building Permit Fee Reduction Pilot Program (Item 9D)
Warming Center Budget Amendment Notice of Intent (Item 9E)
Approval of Professional Services Agreement with Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP
Budget Amendment for Capitol Advocacy Partners, LLC Contract
Amendment to Design Professional Services Agreement with Coastland Civil Engineering, LLP
Reallocation of Measure P Youth Funds
Approval of Downtown and Waterfront Specific Plan Contracts
Agenda and Consent Calendar Approval (with Puliing of Items 6.D and 6.I)
Approval of First Amendment to Services Agreement with Healthy Vallejo Community Support Services, Inc.
Appointments to Various City Commissions
Acceptance of Quitclaim Deed for the Navy's Production Manufacturing Area Mare Island Parcel
Introduction of Ordinance Amending Chapter 16.303 Related to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
Approval of Third Amendment to Design Professional Services Agreement with Indigo Hammond + Playle Architects, LLP
Appointment of City Manager Harry E. Black
Measure P Grant Agreement with GVRD
Felton Institute IHART Agreement
Adoption of Resolution 2026-6175 (Schedule of Rates, Charges, and Fees)
Adoption of FY 2026-2027 Budget with Modifications (Item 9H)
Fiscal Year 2026-27 Housing Authority Budget Adoption
approve Scenario 3 with the following modifications: • The Sheriff’s contract savings of $1.7 million to be returned to Measure P. • To account for the $1.7 million reduction, identify 10 filled FTEs
Support for Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District Governance Legislation
Believes Vallejo's representation should not be reduced and the city's voice at the table should be protected.