John Glidden

John Glidden

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John Glidden worked as a journalist covering the city of Vallejo for more than 10 years. He left journalism in 2023 and currently works in the office of Solano County Supervisor Monica Brown.

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  May 20, 2022

New details expected on possible land deal for new Vallejo supportive housing project

Vallejo was one of five municipalities that was recently awarded Project HomeKey funds, with Vallejo receiving $12.1 million for the North Vallejo project....

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  May 18, 2022

Council pledges $500K toward early childhood center in South Vallejo

The center is expected to provide childcare and early learning services to up to 300 children in the city of Vallejo....

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  May 18, 2022

Vallejo City Council votes to ban possession of catalytic converters

Each violation of the new ordinance would be a misdemeanor punishable up to 6 months in jail and/or a $1,000 fine....

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  May 18, 2022

Vallejo attorneys argue badge bending report should remain secret

Police officials said they were waiting on City Attorney Veronica Nebb to release the report....

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  May 17, 2022

Vallejo police to see $4 million increase under proposed 2022-23 budget

The proposed budget also gives $2.2 million to the fire department, $750,000 to public works, $4 million to planning and development services, and $1.5 million to city administration....

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  May 16, 2022

City council to get update on Vallejo police reform

The council will also consider banning possession of catalytic converters without proof of lawful possession....

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  May 13, 2022

Vallejo City Council delays decision on appeal from V-Town Farms

V-Town Farms is seeking to amend a requirement that it donate $600,000 to local non-profit agencies or schools and add additional windows to the front of its business....

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  May 11, 2022

Vallejo City Council votes to ban smoking in multi-unit homes

The council passed the ordinance despite pleas from cannabis supporters who said the new ban would hurt medicinal users....

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  May 09, 2022

Vallejo City Council to take up appeal from cannabis business

V-Town Farms is seeking to amend a requirement that it donate $600,000 to local non-profit agencies or schools each year...

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  May 03, 2022

Vallejo school board tells charter schools to fix issues or risk losing status

Griffin Technology Academies has until June 6 to remedy or refute the alleged violations....

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  May 02, 2022

City council to get first look at Vallejo’s new budget

The Vallejo Police Department budget is expected to generate interest from the community, as it has during the past two budget discussions....

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  Apr 28, 2022

Vallejo city manager makes leadership team permanent

Gillian Hayes and Terrance Davis were appointed as permanent assistant city managers and Beth Schoenberger was appointed water director....

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