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Agenda and consent calendar: The council approved the evening’s agenda and the consent calendar (items 9a–9e) by roll call. The roll calls recorded aye votes from Council member Stockton, Council member Ritchie, Council member Silva, Council member Wiley, Vice Mayor Chapman and Mayor Carley (all \"yes\" on the recorded roll calls). No abstentions or no votes were recorded in the roll calls provided.

Voting delegate: Council nominated and confirmed John Carley as the city’s voting delegate to the League of California Cities' delegates meeting. Council members indicated Carley would be present to represent the city, and the roll call vote recorded unanimous support.

Veterans plaque and proclamation: Council member Wiley moved to add a future agenda item to consider a permanent plaque stating \"City of Vacaville supports our veteran organizations,\" and to continue the usual Veterans Day proclamation practice. Staff said the item could return on Sept. 9 as a consent item; council approved the motion by roll call with recorded \"yes\" votes from the same members.

Votes at a glance

- Motion to approve meeting agenda: outcome approved (roll call: Stockton, Ritchie, Silva, Wiley, Chapman, Carley — yes). No mover/second names specified on the record.
- Motion to approve consent calendar (items 9a–9e): outcome approved (roll call: Stockton, Ritchie, Silva, Wiley, Chapman, Carley — yes).
- Nomination of John Carley as League of California Cities voting delegate: outcome approved (roll call: Stockton, Ritchie, Silva, Wiley, Chapman, Carley — yes).
- Motion to add veterans plaque and proclamation to a future agenda (return Sept. 9 as consent): mover: Council member Wiley; second: not specified; outcome approved (roll call: Stockton, Ritchie, Silva, Wiley, Chapman, Carley — yes).

Ending

These procedural actions were recorded as part of the meeting minutes. No ordinances, contracts or budget appropriations were adopted in these votes at this meeting.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","8/26/2025 City Council Meeting","oneSentenceSummary","At the Aug. 26 meeting the council approved the agenda and consent calendar by roll call, nominated John Carley as voting delegate to the League of California Cities, and voted to add consideration of a veterans plaque to a future meeting.","taxTitle","Vacaville City, Solano County, California","taxId",3924,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6456293,"Final draft lighting study recommends LED upgrades, warmer color temp and phased improvements for downtown Vacaville",2872,4990000,7862000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5681378-d761724f41f7b307a07294da2dc2cedc&start=4990&end=7862","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5681378-d761724f41f7b307a07294da2dc2cedc/thumbnail_4990000.jpg","/articles/6456293/Vacaville-City/Solano-County/California/Final-draft-lighting-study-recommends-LED-upgrades-warmer-color-temp-and-phased-improvements-for-downtown-Vacaville","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6456293-24a34270a2bbe2b99492bce09acf645e/orig.mp4?Expires=1771168583&Signature=OYr8MLSOsNmtccdX3p1gxzjR4IklYTUFwXitkIKaxfhldg5hN8hCbePmuGB~hOwWG6KztONalLs6cXuRqBP08J6-W3ombhsIto7z4GUnKFykEUTVf~eticH4R9W1wyWklMCRcRHR752I8i-LEn7IfQ7j-9E8nZtWiBKYL00-w~~KEKugd3Js-XTw3B34G00QFth0vNBI21udXcv-SdN8T4oU4F8h6bt2Z53CwIjv6uoFY6cGjeKnPaWAhHRF8bafMYADIlxVk7gLo6bALgHuwB2VRXRkoknP8hfr4Sejc7rgbKgSdN9JsUbfm3aeF58b5~vtQuRZAvJ8Vhb-G9VwFg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","A consultant team told the Vacaville City Council on Aug. 26 that a near‑final downtown lighting study recommends targeted LED upgrades, improved fixture optics and a phased approach to address underlit and overlit downtown segments.

Clanton & Associates, with partner Avari, presented an inventory and photometric model of the downtown right‑of‑way and public parking lots. The team measured 12 representative sites and found roughly half of existing fixtures have been converted to LED while many remaining luminaires use older high‑pressure sodium, induction or fluorescent technologies that are nearing end of service.

The study sets out three improvement scenarios: (1) a one‑for‑one LED retrofit for existing fixtures; (2) replacement of entire luminaires with higher‑quality optics to improve uniformity and reduce glare; and (3) adding new pole locations to fill gaps. The consultants said a full, citywide implementation that replaces poor fixtures and adds locations was estimated in the draft at about $10 million; a limited retrofit or phased approach would be less costly.

Consultants recommended a warmer color temperature (around 3,000 Kelvin) to reduce wildlife and human health impacts and suggested dimming or controls to lower light levels late at night. The report also noted areas of excessive light—particularly a Main Street site where measured illumination exceeded recommended levels—and underlit areas that affect pedestrian routes and creek/trail connectivity. The team recommended addressing equipment maintenance issues (rust, lights stuck on during the day, tree interference) and considering alley activation measures (murals with dedicated lighting) where pole placement is not possible.

Public commenters asked about ballfield lighting and park lights, wildlife impacts and whether solar‑powered fixtures are viable. The consultant said solar lighting is viable where unobstructed sunlight is available and that warmer color temperature and downward‑directed optics reduce impacts on birds and other wildlife; the consultant also noted motion sensors may be less reliable in bad weather and suggested dimming as a preferred strategy.

Ending

The council received the presentation and gave feedback on prioritizing pedestrian routes and high‑use connectors. Consultants said they will finalize cost QC, clarify fixture recommendations, prioritize short‑term safety fixes and present the final report to the council.","A consultant team presented a near‑final downtown lighting study that inventories existing poles and luminaires, recommends LED upgrades and improved optics, suggests a 3,000K color temperature and offers phased project scenarios including a full $10 million option.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6456298,"City presents Markham‑Cowan neighborhood plan draft schedule after bilingual outreach",911,4046000,4957000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5681378-d761724f41f7b307a07294da2dc2cedc&start=4046&end=4957","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5681378-d761724f41f7b307a07294da2dc2cedc/thumbnail_4046000.jpg","/articles/6456298/Vacaville-City/Solano-County/California/City-presents-MarkhamCowan-neighborhood-plan-draft-schedule-after-bilingual-outreach","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6456298-08a42354c75afb6388371cf4586d188c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771168583&Signature=RAzt5-0Gbd2z7fDgh~L1rFS9KybfnwfxhTzEwH9tjIkgJkQ~nQ7l2L25q1fLvLHpJjWaMjHfv5kiHP1KW4qBvggWRHO8XqPCkeIvVkE2C-eQxQC6S--eLJNHMbXDwtyhnHuTK2K8pW~Y-YAVrNhO7w8liAoRoMpfi8Hn1XklqXd6imofuXP-sVyX34Rczzl7v5rHms88NjBge7vhJKM5f9e3PdhhSgvX3P5tdWf8Frb~k9wAJGTMPg5qT0viw6ulI8dUxHBbLuqbwo1qZfjFNbsYt8xqICUVql3smx-DT8Vs6zEmpv6b7qU3z2M0P2QQ74XNanB9S-SYftKMzKfvcQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City staff told the council Aug. 26 that the Markham‑Cowan neighborhood plan is proceeding after year‑to‑date outreach and technical analysis and that a draft plan will be published online for public review in September.

Planner Damir Powell said the city contracted Minteer Harnish to prepare the plan and launched the project in January 2025. Staff described an issues and opportunities report and an existing‑conditions workbook that analyzed demographics, housing, land use, circulation, public facilities and economic trends in the plan area, which includes Edward Markham Elementary School, the future Brown Street Park, Trauer Park, Rocky Hill Trail and commercial uses along East Monte Vista Avenue.

Public engagement has included bilingual (English/Spanish) outreach: mailed notices, door‑to‑door flyers, stakeholder interviews, pop‑up events, a neighborhood cleanup and a community workshop. Powell said a technical advisory committee of city departments reviewed constraints and opportunities and that staff will finalize vision, goals and recommended actions in phase 4.

Staff told the council the draft plan will be published online in September for comment; additional community meetings and planning commission review are scheduled this fall. Staff said the plan will focus on community character, facilities, economic supports, transportation and safety, community health and local services.

Ending

Staff recommended the council receive the informational presentation; the council did so and asked staff to continue community engagement and return with the draft for public review and commission feedback.","City planners described outreach and technical work on the Markham‑Cowan neighborhood plan and said a draft will be published for review in September, with adoption targeted for late 2025 or early 2026.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6456300,"City presents Peabody‑Allison specific plan status update; $1.2 million regional grant funds study",496,2556000,3052000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5681378-d761724f41f7b307a07294da2dc2cedc&start=2556&end=3052","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5681378-d761724f41f7b307a07294da2dc2cedc/thumbnail_2556000.jpg","/articles/6456300/Vacaville-City/Solano-County/California/City-presents-PeabodyAllison-specific-plan-status-update-12-million-regional-grant-funds-study","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6456300-4e61a6f14fc4452753d718239cb359d0/orig.mp4?Expires=1771168584&Signature=ETMNZ2FtTK6BimPxbhGEJOv93JAa854JKV2maAmoLPl~KDrVlf-uY7MlfwP~r1HdDUUmRaFB437NHNFIsFdS69H5dmJWg9UqVfZ449GsE2~TwqYSMxIwddrXkahOeQbsYLail7J~ihj4Q7LbjjYsRJmVi6WhGFLOBfOvig9MIzYIflShqeqhkus1G9PwOqmYodDxUBHWlxQ076Aft6t4Azk~doWvhvem31mBSft3o3wBjfPiLlepqrgFchuN5nm4u-KGqKgGI8tBe98CdqI132JeVsQDd1btcmVd7hyoe2dKvt1DMketUlc18fRArttaj7U5th1PLagiVS6znUWE8Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Vacaville city staff and consultants gave an informational presentation Aug. 26 on the Peabody‑Allison Specific Plan, a city‑led planning process funded in part by a $1.2 million planning grant from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG).

Noah Ramboa and consultant ESA (Environmental Science Associates) told the council the PASP covers a plan area focused on Peabody Road, Elmira Road and Allison Drive and includes major destinations such as Will Seewood High School, the Vacaville Cultural Center and the Vacaville Transportation Center. Staff said the grant was awarded in October 2023 and ESA was contracted in July 2024.

Staff summarized Phase 1 findings: the area contains a higher share of multifamily housing and shopping centers than the rest of Vacaville; about 43% of households in the plan area are classified as low income and roughly 32% were identified as at higher risk of near‑term displacement; the area currently provides relatively low vehicle miles traveled compared to the city average; and existing water, sewer and drainage infrastructure is adequate to support projected growth in the plan area.

Staff described outreach completed to date: a project website, pop‑up events at Vacaville Common and County Square Market, focused outreach with Will Seewood High School students, business interviews and over 2,000 mailed project notices in February. Common themes included demand for more public gathering places and youth‑friendly spaces, traffic safety for pedestrians and cyclists, and business requests for streetscape beautification along Peabody and Elmira.

Next steps: staff said it is moving to Phase 2 to develop focused land‑use and streetscape alternatives to present to the public for review later this year. After public feedback, staff will identify a preferred plan and draft specific plan goals, policies and implementation measures. Staff told the council it expects to return with a draft land‑use alternative in fall/winter, a draft specific plan in spring and a planning commission and city council adoption process by summer of next year.

Ending

The council received the informational presentation; no action was required. Staff said future study sessions, community meetings and a planning commission review are scheduled as the PASP moves into alternatives and environmental review.","City staff described Phase 1 findings for the Peabody‑Allison Specific Plan (PASP), funded by a $1.2 million MTC/ABAG grant, and said alternatives for land use and streetscape will be released later this year with a goal of adoption next summer.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6456302,"Vacaville downtown business owners urge city to stop frequent Main Street closures",1125,1401000,2526000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5681378-d761724f41f7b307a07294da2dc2cedc&start=1401&end=2526","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5681378-d761724f41f7b307a07294da2dc2cedc/thumbnail_1401000.jpg","/articles/6456302/Vacaville-City/Solano-County/California/Vacaville-downtown-business-owners-urge-city-to-stop-frequent-Main-Street-closures","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6456302-6cdfe471e4f1119dca6be37045c70d79/orig.mp4?Expires=1771168584&Signature=ecvOsb0boGRTBSAhZap-ejdEjOX8RA2BuQz-1-Uv3SbIZYhrRLGgtKnv7b9NJomjU44IgyM-c6t117No6FgP7eUCLBlU1Ymrq-kzp6aJ2NXNsU-W8hF7Nuv7UZaePN-jbY~abpXrOedLFH3hk-IfSOVklCS~DdNz3Cwtp1nQMUKp~mwL3nd9V8U-WbOz18EcY3SXJ9LEmhmlra5dSGCLHiOMp66sdYidpCkwauguv~eEgQ86LWlayQ6ig-2STMSkHKLAxEU1auiBJsiVxHctTDXjK4HLd4EHtRC6-ku-jqmZEdHh62HYU7vhRkV-sXfD72RwMMb9sxNYNFg6pLiYoA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Several downtown business owners and property managers told the Vacaville City Council on Aug. 26 that repeated and poorly coordinated street closures are hurting sales and foot traffic.

Luis de Bartolo, a downtown restaurateur, said the recent full closures of Main Street forced several restaurants to close for the day and left customers without parking. \"The closure of all of Main Street is just beyond comprehension on what it does to ... restaurants,\" he said, urging the city to move food trucks and vendors to Andrews Park or East Main.

Karen, owner of Stems Florist, told the council she closed early during the most recent closure because vendors occupied her storefront parking. \"We struggle as it is, and to have Main Street closed and the parking in front of my store pretty much are the vendors, so people don't come in,\" she said.

Wendy Jackson, owner of Jackson Medical Supply, said she closed the previous Saturday because the street fair produced very little business. Jackson told the council she supports annual events such as the Christmas \"Merry Men on Main\" celebration and a half‑day Halloween closing for safety, but asked whether any studies show that Saturday closures benefit downtown merchants. She suggested concentrating vendors at Andrews Park and East Main instead.

Sandra Over, owner of the Backwell Opera House and property manager for Town Square, said three tenant restaurants reported much lower sales during recent downtown street closures and asked for a city or BID process that allows downtown merchants to weigh in on vendor placement and timing.

Speakers also raised a process complaint: several merchants said they received short or last‑minute notice about closures. \"Our notification was, like, the last minute,\" Over said; another merchant said earlier notice this most recent time was only about a week.

Council and staff responses: City staff told the council a previously scheduled study session about the Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) was postponed at the BID's request, and staff said they are meeting regularly with BID, the chamber of commerce and Visit Vacaville. Staff said a contract amendment for BID is scheduled for the Sept. 9 council meeting and that the city expects to present consultant options and potential property‑owner surveys at a Sept. 23 meeting.

Council members said they heard merchants' concerns and emphasized coordination as the next step. Vice Mayor Chapman said the city will return with more information and that staff has heard the comments.

Ending

Councilmembers did not vote on any new policy at the meeting; staff and the BID will continue discussions and return to council with options and dates for a downtown study and possible BID contract amendments.","Multiple downtown Vacaville business owners told the City Council that repeated Saturday street closures and late notification are hurting sales and asked the city to use Andrews Park or East Main and give earlier notice to merchants.","actionData","errors"]

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