Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Vallejo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues in taxes budget with critical priority
Fiscal Year 2026-27 Capital Budget Amendment
SolTrans is updating its capital budget to install an outdoor monitor in the bus yard for bus positioning and to replace aging oil tanks with environmentally compliant double-walled tanks.
Community Survey on Measure P Spending Priorities
The committee will discuss whether to authorize a community survey using up to $424 of their approved committee funds to gather public input on Measure P expense priorities.
Mare Island Community Facilities District (CFD) Tax Burden
Mare Island homeowners are pushing for tax relief, arguing that they have been unfairly burdened by outdated CFD taxes for over 20 years while expected commercial development and offsetting revenues failed to materialize.
SolTrans Long-Term Financial Forecast and RM3 Funding
The board extended its intercity transit funding agreement through June 2027 while seeking to improve the negotiation process with regional partners for future fiscal years.
Housing Authority Fiscal Year 2026-27 Proposed Budget
The Housing Authority reviewed and adopted its $31.6 million annual budget, which relies on prior-year fund balances to cover administrative expenses. Board members expressed concern over deficit spending and discussed the need for a long-range financial strategy amidst uncertain federal funding.
McCune Collection Budget and Year-End Funds
The commission debated whether to spend remaining fiscal year funds on display items or let them return to the city's general fund. Ultimately, no motion carried, meaning the unspent dollars will revert back as the city faces a budget deficit.
Measure P Annual Financial Reporting
The Measure P Oversight Committee evaluated twelve different funding requests from city departments, balancing community priorities like public safety and youth programs against general fund budget shortfalls. While economic development and police retention requests were rejected, significant investments in fire protection, emergency response, and IT infrastructure were approved.