7/25/09

Livestock, Crafts, Rides, Performers and Good Food...Angelo has the Steak, but none of the Abalone

VIB Presents:

Blight Busters

Improve. Don't Move.

7/21/09

By Marc Garman

There is a time to complain...and a time to act. We at VIB have decided to do what we can to take action on some of the BLIGHT issues facing our city.

Our team has already begun to seek out, research and photograph blighted properties and bring them to the attention of Vallejo Code Enforcement. This will likely help generate fines/revenue. We will also feature the blighted property on VIB and publish the owner's name when appropriate. The owner will also be notified by VIB and asked to respond and address the issues regarding their property.

We need your help. Let us know if you see BLIGHT.

We will take action. Contact us (send photos if you have 'em) to: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

CASE # : 001

PROPERTY ADDRESS: 913 WILSON AVE

LISTED OWNER AS OF 7/10/09: CLAYTON RANCH INVESTORS

1825 SONOMA BLVD. VALLEJO

There is a possibility that this property was just sold. There are numerous fines due as well as litter, fire hazards, sanitation issues and a homeless encampment. The homeless encampment is an important issue. We do not wish to vilify the homeless in any way. The unsafe and unsanitary condition found on this property are the issues we seek to address with Blight Busters. Here's the video. Expect periodic updates on this property and others. Thanks to Nimat for her enthusiasm and cooperation.

Blight Busters--Episode 1--913 Wilson--7/10/09 from Marc Garman on Vimeo.

Gearheads' Paradise

Western Engine and Model Exhibition

Gearheads' Paradise--Western Engine and Model Exhibition--7/21/09 from Marc Garman on Vimeo.

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Vallejo's Faith Community Gather in Prayer

7/19/09

By Marc Garman

On Friday July 17, Vallejo's faith community gathered to pray for the city.  The event took place on the waterfront and was sponsored by Vallejo Faith Evangelism and Harvest Evangelism.  Speakers included Pastor Ed Silvoso, Bishop Vaughn McLaughlin and Cindy Jacobs as well as speakers from local churches. Below are a few video excerpts from the event.

"If we do our part, God will heal our city" -- quote from Mayor Osby Davis on event brochure.

Vallejo's Faith Community Gather in Prayer--7/17/09 from Marc Garman on Vimeo.