City Council Regular Meeting - 09-08-2026 - City of Vallejo

The City Council of Vallejo held a regular meeting on September 8, 2026, which included extensive discussions on various community and city matters. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of consultant agreements for the Downtown Vallejo Specific Plan and Vallejo Waterfront Specific Plan, with contracts awarded to SiteLab Urban Studio and Stantec Consulting Services for a combined amount exceeding $2.2 million. The council also approved an amendment to the federal legislative consultant services agreement with Aiken Gump for an additional $170,000, and a contract amendment with Vector Solutions Learning LLC for fire department software components valued at approximately $133,000. Additionally, the council addressed the HUD-required Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for FY 25-26, acknowledging significant challenges in housing authority staffing and service delivery, and directed the city manager to develop a recovery plan and pursue emergency contracting to improve housing services. The council voted to continue the public safety update reports to maintain accountability and discussed the need for improved community engagement and reform reporting. Other agenda items included honorary street naming for Mac Dre Way and commemorative plaques for Pearl Pinson, both approved with community support. The meeting also featured presentations recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month and community forums addressing public safety and housing concerns.