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2/5/2026

Notice of Public Surveys:

Housing & Community Development Needs

 The Housing and Community Development Department is seeking feedback from the community to better understand housing and community needs and determine how federal grants should be allocated to best serve Vallejo. We are also assessing broader community development needs, including public services and infrastructure. Through our Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) programs, we can support a variety of community projects beyond housing— as long as the project is an eligible activity that benefits low- to moderate-income residents

 

Please use the following link to access our Community Needs Assessment surveys: Community Needs Surveys

Other ways to submit public comments or feedback:

  • Public Hearing: February 5, 2026 after 7:00pm
    • Please see the "Notice of Public Hearing" below for details.
  • By Mail: Housing and Community Development Department, 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590
  • Dropbox: located at 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590
  • Email: [email protected]

Community Needs Survey


 

1/20/2026

Notice of Public Hearing:

Housing & Community Development Needs

 

On Thursday, February 5, 2026 after 7:00 p.m., the Housing and Community Development (HCD) Commission of the City of Vallejo will hold a public hearing, during its regular meeting, on housing and community development needs in Vallejo in the Vallejo City Council Chambers, 555 Santa Clara Street, Vallejo, CA 94590. As a condition of receiving certain federal housing and community development funding, the City of Vallejo is required to adopt a “Consolidated Plan”. The City’s current Consolidated Plan was adopted by the Vallejo City Council on July 8, 2025, and includes the period beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2030. The Consolidated Plan contains an analysis and identification of: (1) priority affordable housing needs, (2) priority needs of the homeless, (3) priority needs of persons with special needs, and (4) community development (non-housing) needs, which may include the need for neighborhood and public improvements, public facilities, public services, and economic development. It also includes one-year “Action Plans”, which detail the City’s allocation of federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and HOME Investment Partnerships (“HOME”) Program funds, received annually from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

In accordance with the City’s Citizen Participation Plan, the City will hold at least one public meeting each fiscal year to receive comments on housing and community development needs in the community. The specific purposes of this public hearing are to: (1) determine whether and how housing and community development needs may have changed, significantly, from those identified in the Consolidated Plan and if so what, if any, revisions to proposed activities may be appropriate; and (2) provide an opportunity for residents and other interested parties to comment on how the City’s CDBG Program and HOME Program funds may be used in Fiscal Year 2026-27, (beginning July 1, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027). It is important to note that the Commission will not be recommending the allocation of funding to projects and activities at the February 5th meeting.

Anyone interested in commenting on these topics is invited to participate in this public hearing. Written comments may also be submitted in the City of Vallejo’s Housing and Community Development Department drop box located at 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, or by email until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2026 to: [email protected].

Any questions, concerns, or requests related to this notice should be directed to Chari Francisco, (707) 553-7204 or [email protected].

 

The City of Vallejo promotes fair housing and makes all its programs available to low- and moderate-income families regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual preference, marital status, or handicap. The City of Vallejo does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment, in, its federally assisted programs and activities on the basis of disability.

Vallejo City Council Chambers ADA compliant. Devices for the hearing impaired are available from the City Clerk. Requests for disability related modifications or accommodations, aids or services may be made by a person with a disability to the City Clerk's office no less than 72 hours prior to the meeting as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof.

 

5/6/2025

FY 2025-29 DRAFT Consolidated Plan Document Availability & Public Hearing Notice

Vallejo's Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD) is currently preparing their FY 2025-29 Consolidated Plan. This plan is informed by the public and will shape the goals, needs and priorities of the department over the next five years. This plan includes an analysis of Community Needs, as well as a plan for addressing these needs.

The Housing and Community Development Commission will hold a public hearing at a special meeting on the City’s Consolidated Plan proposed for FY 2025-26 through 2029-30, (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2030) on May 20, 2025, after 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 555 Santa Clara St., Vallejo CA 94590, or via Zoom (https://zoomregular.cityofvallejo.net/), or phone, by dialing (669) 900-6833.

The public comment period begins May 21st, 2025 and goes on through June 24th, 2025. All comments must be received by Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 at 4pm.

 

  • Written Comments:                                   Vallejo Housing Authority 

ATTN: Brianna Todaro-Ellsworth

200 Georgia Street

Vallejo, CA 94590

 

 

The draft FY 2025-29 Consolidated Plan is available for review in the document library––> FY 2025-29 DRAFT Consolidated Plan

2/24/2025

Citizen's Participation Plan Amendments

Vallejo's Housing and Community Development Department (HCDD) is currently preparing their FY 2025-29 Consolidated Plan. This plan is informed by the public and will shape the goals, needs and priorities of the department over the next five years. Part of this Consolidated Planning Process is our Citizens Participation Plan (CPP) , which outlines how the City will involve community members in decision making processes. 

 

The current Citizen's Participation Plan was developed in 2020. The current draft includes revisions regarding specific language, and the criteria for a significant amendment. Comments on the revisions can be submitted on paper or electronically until March 25th at 5pm. A public hearing will be held at the Special Housing and Community Development Commission Meeting on March 10th, 2025 at 7pm in the Vallejo Room.

 

  • Written Comments:                                   Vallejo Housing Authority 

ATTN: Alicia Jones, Director

200 Georgia Street

Vallejo, CA 94590

 

 

The draft Citizen's Participation Plan is available for review in the document library––> Citizen's Participation Plan

 


  • December 27, 2023 NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED FUNDS: Pursuant to California Government Code §50051, the Finance Director of the City of Vallejo announces the identification of unclaimed monetary sums, held for over three (3) years, which will become the property of the City of Vallejo on February 2, 2024. Interested parties are invited to file a claim before said date, providing their name, address, claim amount, grounds, check details, and the sum specified in this notice. The Finance Director holds the discretion to accept or reject any claim, with a 15-day window for rejected claims to file a verified complaint seeking fund recovery. This notice serves to inform and encourage timely action to address unclaimed funds, ensuring a fair and transparent process in accordance with the specified legal provisions. Please read the notice here and the claim forms are available here.

  • December 23, 2023  The Vallejo Housing Authority has made revisions to its Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan. A summary of proposed changes and the full proposed 2024 HCV Program Administrative Plan is available for review and public comment here, and at the Housing Authority office located at 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590 during the hours of 9:00 a.m. through 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. through 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The public comment period begins December 23, 2023, and goes on through January 4, 2024.  A public hearing will be held on January 23, 2024, at 6:45 p.m. at the Vallejo City Council Chambers located at 555 Santa Clara St., Vallejo CA

 

 

 

  • The notice shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for an activity to be undertaken by the City of Vallejo. Any individual, group, or agency disagreeing with this determination or wishing to comment on the project may submit written comments by email to Natalie Peterson, Assistant to the City Manager, at [email protected]. All written comments received not later than 4:00 p. m. PST on September 29, 2023 will be considered by the City of Vallejo prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

  • On Thursday, September 28, 2023 after 6:00 p.m., the Housing and Community Development Commission will hold a public hearing during its special meeting on a proposed Substantial Amendment to the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. See document here. This meeting will be held in the Council Chambers of City Hall at 555 Santa Clara Street. Written comments on the Amended HOME-ARP Allocation Plan may be submitted in the Housing and Community Development Department drop box, or by email, until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 28, 2023 to: Chari Barrera, Interim Housing Director, City of Vallejo, 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590; (707) 553-7204, Fax: (707) 648-5249; [email protected].

  • August 22, 2023 - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2022-23
  • The City of Vallejo has prepared the draft CAPER for the third year of its FY 2020-21 through FY 2024-25 Consolidated Plan. The FY 2022-23 CAPER describes the City’s performance in achieving the objectives in the Consolidated Plan for the period beginning July 1, 2022 and ending June 30, 2023. The Housing and Community Development Commission of the City of Vallejo is scheduled to hold a public hearing to receive comments on the draft CAPER at a regular meeting after 7:00 p. m. on Thursday, September 7, 2023.  Anyone interested in commenting on this report Draft CAPER FY 2022-23.pdf is invited to participate in this hearing.  Written comments on the CAPER may also be submitted until 4:00 p. m. on September 7, 2022 to: Chari Barrera at [email protected], or in the Housing and Community Development Department drop box located at 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA  94590. 

  • August 16, 2022 - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2021-22
    The City of Vallejo has prepared the draft CAPER for the second year of its FY 2020-21 through FY 2024-25 Consolidated Plan. The FY 2021-22 CAPER describes the City’s performance in achieving the objectives in the Consolidated Plan for the period beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022. The Housing and Community Development Commission of the City of Vallejo is scheduled to hold a public hearing to receive comments on the draft CAPER at a regular meeting after 7:00 p. m. on Thursday, September 1, 2022.  Anyone interested in commenting on this report is invited to participate in this hearing.  Written comments on the CAPER may also be submitted until 5:00 p. m. on September 1, 2022 to: Chari Barrera at [email protected], or in the Housing and Community Development Division drop box located at 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA  94590.


  • February 24, 2022 - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE ANNUAL PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY (PHA) PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2022-23 The Vallejo Housing Authority is required by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to prepare an Annual PHA Plan for its Housing Choice Voucher Program. Anyone interested in commenting on this document is invited to attend a public hearing scheduled on Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 6:45 p. m. in the Council Chambers of the City of Vallejo, via Zoom (https://ZoomRegular.Cityofvallejo.net), or via phone, by dialing (669) 900-6833. Written or verbal comments may also be submitted until 4:00 p. m. on April 11, 2022 to Shenessa Williams, 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590, Tel: (707) 649-7714, E-mail: [email protected]. 

  • August 19, 2021 - CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2020-21 The City of Vallejo has prepared the draft CAPER for the first year of its FY 2020-21 through FY 2024-25 Consolidated Plan. The FY 2020-21 CAPER describes the City's performance in achieving the objectives in the Consolidated Plan for the period beginning July 1, 2020 and ending June 30, 2021. The Housing and Community Development Commission is scheduled to hold a virtual public hearing to receive comments on the draft CAPER at a regular meeting after 7:00 p. m. on Thursday, September 2, 2021. Anyone interested in commenting on this report is invited to participate in this hearing. Written comments on the CAPER may also be submitted until 5:00 p. m. on September 3, 2021 to: Chari Barrera at [email protected], or in the Housing and Community Development Division drop box located at 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590. Please read the notices here.

  • June 8, 2021 - HOMEBUYER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Vallejo's Homebuyer Assistance Program is coming soon. Please see flyers in English, Spanish, and Filipino for more information and a Zoom link for a brief program overview on Wednesday, June 16 (English) at 6:00 p.m. and Thursday, June 17 (Spanish) at 6:00 p.m.

  • May 18, 2021 - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON THE PROPOSED SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN On Thursday, June 3, 2021 after 7:00 p.m., the Housing and Community Development Commission will hold a virtual public hearing at its regular meeting on a proposed Substantial Amendment to the City's FY 2020-2021 (July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021) Annual Action Plan. Staff proposes at this time that the City use $165,765 in unspent, prior year HOME Program funds intended for housing rehabilitation loans to property acquisition to construct workforce housing. Anyone interested in commenting on this topic is invited to participate in this virtual public hearing. Written comments may also be submitted in the City of Vallejo's Housing and Community Development Division drop box located at 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, or by email until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 17, 2021 to: [email protected]. Please read the notice here and the Substantial Amendment here.

  • May 1, 2021 - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING TO AMEND FISCAL YEAR 2019-2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN TO INCLUDE CDBG-CV3 FUNDS On Thursday, May 6, 2021 after 7:00 p.m., the Housing and Community Development Commission will hold a virtual public hearing at its regular meeting on the second proposed Substantial Amendment to the City's FY 2019-2020 (July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020) Annual Action Plan. The City of Vallejo has been notified by HUD that it will receive an additional allocation of $856,930, known as CDBG-CV3 funds, to prevent, prepare for and respond to coronavirus. In order to accept CDBG-CV funding formally, the City must again make amendments to the FY 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan describing the proposed use of funding and the process for obtaining public input. Written comments may also be submitted until 5:00 p. m. on Thursday, May 6, 2021 to: Chari Barrera, Administrative Analyst II, at [email protected], or in the Housing and Community Development Division drop box located at 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo. Please read the notice here and the proposed Substantial Amendments here. Please read the notice here and the Substantial Amendment (text in bold and underlined) here.

  • April 30, 2021 - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENTS TO THE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND FY 2020-2021 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN The Housing and Community Development Commission is scheduled to hold a virtual public hearing to receive comments on the proposed Substantial Amendments to the City's FY 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and FY 2020-2021 Annual Action Plan at its regular meeting after 7:00 p. m. on Thursday, May 6, 2021. Written comments may also be submitted until 5:00 p. m. on Thursday, May 6, 2021 to: Chari Barrera, Administrative Analyst II, at [email protected], or in the Housing and Community Development Division drop box located at 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo. Please read the notice here and the proposed Substantial Amendments here.

  • April 7, 2021 - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN (AAP) The Housing and Community Development Commission is scheduled to hold a virtual public hearing to receive comments on the proposed AAP at its regular meeting after 7:00 p. m. on Thursday, May 6, 2021. Written comments on the AAP may also be submitted until 5:00 p. m. on May 7, 2021 to: Chari Barrera, Administrative Analyst II, at [email protected], or in the Housing and Community Development Division drop box located at 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo. Please read the notice here and the proposed AAP here.

  • March 4, 2021 - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2019-20 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) The Housing and Community Development Commission is scheduled to hold a virtual public hearing to receive comments on the draft CAPER at a special meeting after 7:00 p. m. on Wednesday, March 17, 2021. Anyone interested in commenting on this report is invited to participate in this hearing. Written comments on the draft CAPER may also be submitted until 5:00 p. m. on March 19, 2021 to: Chari Barrera, Administrative Analyst II, at [email protected], or in the Housing and Community Development Division drop box located at 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590. Please read the notice here and the draft CAPER here.

  • February 17, 2021 - PUBLIC SERVICE AGENCY PRESENTATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2021-22 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM FUNDING The Housing and Community Development Commission Ad Hoc Committee will be meeting on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. to listen to presentations of four public service agencies which have completed the application process for FY 2021-22 CDBG Program funding. Click here for more information.

  • February 1, 2021 - NEIGHBORHOODLIFT PROGRAM
    The City of Vallejo participates in the NeighborhoodLIFT Program, a program sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank and administered by Community Housing Development Corporation. NeighborhoodLIFT is a 5-year forgivable loan (a grant) of $25,000. Wells Fargo has made available 360 grants to eligible applicants who live within the City of Vallejo. The program requires applicants to have a Homebuyer Education Certificate (online 8-hour course can be found at https://www.ehomeamerica.org/chdc for $99) and a preapproval to register. For more information, please visit these links: https://communityhdc.org/lift/ and here.

  • Upcoming Housing and Community Development Commission Regular Virtual Meeting on Thursday, November 5, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. Click here for the agenda.

  • September 1, 2020 - VALLEJO HOUSING STRATEGY FRAMEWORK AND ACTON PLAN
    On Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at 7:00 p.m., the Vallejo City Council will hold a special meeting on the proposed Housing Strategy Framework and Action Plan for implementation over the next five years. During the FY 2019-2020 budget goal-setting sessions, the City Council directed the housing staff to establish a housing strategy by means of conducting a market study, study session, key stakeholder meetings, and community meetings. Click HERE to read the Housing Strategy Report and Findings.

  • June 4, 2020 - AMENDMENTS TO THE FY 2019-20 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
    On Thursday, June 11, 2020, after 7:00 p.m., the Housing and Community Development Commission of the City of Vallejo will hold a virtual public hearing during its special meeting on the proposed Substantial Amendment to the City's FY 2019-20, (July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020) Annual Action Plan. Click here to read the public notice and here for the draft Action Plan.

  • June 4, 2020 - AMENDMENTS TO THE CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
    On June 11, 2020, after 7:00 p. m., the Housing and Community Development Commission will hold a virtual public hearing, during a special meeting, on proposed amendments to the City's Citizen Participation Plan. Click here to read the public notice and draft of the plan.

  • February 25, 2020 - COMMUNITY MEETING ON HOUSING IN VALLEJO
    A community forum to tackle the housing needs and challenges in Vallejo was held on Tuesday, February 25, 2020, to discuss how the City should refine its policies, plans, and programs to enhance the housing opportunities for all residents. The presentation slides on the Housing Strategy Community Meeting can be accessed here.

  • February 3, 2020 - COORDINATED ENTRY EXPANSION ROLL-OUT EVENT
    Come learn about the recently expanded Coordinated Entry System and new sources of funding operating in Solano County To address homelessness on Wednesday, February 19, 2020, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Suisun City Council Chambers. Click here to download the event flyer.

  • November 17, 2019 - CONSOLIDATED PLAN PROPOSED AMENDMENTS AND HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS
    On Thursday, December 5, 2019, after 7:00 p.m., the Housing and Community Development Commission will hold two public hearings: 1) on the proposed amendments to the City's current Consolidated Plan that includes the period beginning July 1, 2015, and ending June 30, 2020, and 2) to gather information and receive comments on housing and community development needs in Vallejo in preparation for the draft of the next Consolidated Plan for the period beginning July 1, 2020, and ending June 30, 2025. For more details, please click here for the public notice and here for the proposed amendments.

  • September 19, 2019 - VALLEJO HOMELESS NAVIGATION SHELTER
    In May, Vallejo City Council approved the use of Fiscal Year (FY) 2019-20 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funding in the amount of $658,842 for the acquisition and construction of a public facility for a navigation center to address the needs of the homeless population. Last month, City staff identified a potential location for the proposed center. In the coming month, City staff will provide a recommendation to the Vallejo City Council for consideration of the property. For more information, please click here to view the press release.

  • City of Vallejo Municipal Code has establish Rent Control for Mobile Home Parks. To learn more about the ordinance, please click here

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