The city of Vallejo is ramping up efforts to regulate sidewalk vending and peddling, as discussions at a recent workshop highlighted the challenges of enforcement. Environmental health officials revealed that they are struggling to manage the growing number of unpermitted vendors across Solano County, including Vallejo.

Currently, environmental health is responsible for enforcing food permit regulations countywide, but the increasing prevalence of unlicensed vendors has made it difficult to keep up with regular duties. Officials noted that they can only conduct enforcement actions in Vallejo about two to three times a month, responding to complaints and working in partnership with local law enforcement to ensure safety and compliance.

The city is rolling out a new ordinance aimed at educating vendors about business license requirements, which is seen as a crucial step in addressing the issue. Environmental health representatives expressed their support for the city’s initiative, emphasizing the need for ongoing collaboration and community education in multiple languages to effectively tackle the problem.

As Vallejo moves forward with its enforcement strategy, the focus will be on ensuring that all vendors comply with local regulations, which is essential for maintaining public health and safety. The city’s commitment to this ordinance marks a significant step in managing sidewalk vending and peddling in the area.