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Building Inspection Backlog
Currently, due to the high volume of inspection requests and technical issues with our automated systems, we are experiencing a backlog of approximately one (1) month from the requested date of an inspection until the performed date.
06/27/2023 11:58 AM
Participate in Vacaville's 2024 Merriment on Main Tree Lighting Experience
The City of Vacaville invites community organizations, performers, volunteers and sponsors to take part in the holiday magic at the 2024 Merriment on Main Tree Lighting held in Downtown Vacaville! The annual festivities are more than an event, it is an experience.
09/13/2024
City of Vacaville Launches Destination Downtown Pilot
The City of Vacaville launched the Destination Downtown Storefront Improvement Grant Pilot Program today. Guidelines, eligibility and application materials are available at CityofVacaville.gov/DDPilot.
09/04/2024 11:10 AM
City of Vacaville Announces Road Closure at Hawkins Road and Leisure Town Road
Beginning on August 16, 2024, Hawkins Road at Leisure Town Road will be closed for the Jepson Parkway Phase 2 Project construction.
08/15/2024 1:23 PM
City of Vacaville Invites Residents to Apply to Serve on the Planning Commission
The City of Vacaville is accepting applications from residents interested in serving on the Planning Commission. The commission is an advisory group to the City Council.
08/08/2024 4:55 PM
Solano County Housing Authority Announces Project-Based Voucher Waiting Lists To Open August 13
The Solano County Housing Authority is excited to announce a Project-Based Voucher waiting lists will be open August 13, 8:30 AM.
07/28/2024
Club Nouveau & Quad City DJs in Downtown Vacaville
The City of Vacaville Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the upcoming concert, Club Nouveau & Quad City DJs, Saturday, August 17, 2024.
07/25/2024
Vacaville Housing Authority Announces Project-Based Voucher Waiting Lists To Open July 29
The Vacaville Housing Authority is excited to announce that multiple Project-Based Voucher waiting lists will be open July 29, 8:30 AM through August 12, 2024, 5:00 PM.
07/24/2024
"Weaving Our Future" Community Art Workshops
The City of Vacaville invites the community to participate in "Weaving Our Future," a series of community art workshops led by local artist Angela Arteritano as part of the City’s Arts and Culture Master Plan.
07/22/2024 4:04 PM
Code Enforcement Technician Killed in Off-Duty Motorcycle Accident
It is with deep sadness that the City of Vacaville Fire Department announces the tragic passing of one of our dedicated team members, Code Enforcement Technician Bryden Nadasdy, due to an off-duty accident.
07/13/2024 11:51 AM
Police Officer Line of Duty Death
It is with profound sadness that the City of Vacaville Police Department confirms the tragic passing of Officer Matthew Bowen, who was killed this morning in the line of duty.
07/11/2024 4:03 PM
Corrected: Vacaville City Council Names Parks and Facilities
The City of Vacaville Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce that during the June 11 City Council meeting, official names were adopted for several City facilities...
06/27/2024 4:37 PM
Corrected: 4th of July Celebration in Downtown Vacaville
The City of Vacaville Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce the free 4th of July celebration with a concert and fireworks display, scheduled for Thursday, July 4, 2024...
06/27/2024 4:08 PM
City of Vacaville Invites Residents to Apply for Arts Advisory Committee
The City of Vacaville is excited to announce an opportunity for its residents to actively shape the future of the arts in our community by serving on the Arts Advisory Committee (AAC). The AAC acts as an advisory body to both the Parks and Recreation Commission and the City Council...
06/27/2024 2:58 PM
Vacaville to host 24th Annual CreekWalk Concert Series
The City of Vacaville Parks and Recreation Department will host its 24th Annual CreekWalk Concert Series, scheduled for Fridays, June 14 through August 9, 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM at Andrews Park, 614 E. Monte Vista Ave, 95688. Admission is $3 per person for 13 years and over; 12 years and under are free.
06/13/2024 2:00 PM
City of Vacaville Installs Beam EV ARC™ Solar EV Chargers to Promote Sustainable Transportation
The City is proud to announce the installation of three Beam EV ARC™ solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. Two units have been installed in Town Square, and one at City Hall. This initiative is part of Vacaville’s ongoing commitment to enhance clean vehicle infrastructure...
06/12/2024 5:41 PM
City of Vacaville Launches Innovative Sportsmanship Rating System in Parks & Recreation Youth Sports
05/14/2024 3:24 PM
Vacaville to Host its Second Annual Youth Vaca Triathlon
The City of Vacaville Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce the 2nd Annual Vaca Tri, a youth triathlon, scheduled for Sunday, May 19, 1:00 to 4 PM at Three Oaks Park and the Walter Graham Aquatic Center.
05/08/2024 9:58 AM
City of Vacaville to Begin Jepson Parkway Phase II Construction Project April 29
April 29, 2024, marks the launch of the second phase of the City of Vacaville’s comprehensive Jepson Parkway Construction Project beginning at the intersection of Elmira Road and Leisure Town Road. Construction will continue north toward Ulatis Creek and The Mission Church for approximately 15 month
04/25/2024 2:23 PM
Vacaville’s Arts and Culture Master Plan Kicks Off This Weekend
The City is currently working on an Arts & Culture Master Plan. This plan will guide the future of arts and culture in Vacaville, focusing on policies, public art, and community engagement experiences. To learn more about the inaugural Arts and Culture Master Plan visit CityofVacaville.gov/Arts.
04/18/2024 11:52 AM
City of Vacaville Seeks Qualified Partners for Fiber Optic Network
The City of Vacaville is seeking proposals for a second round to identify qualified vendors for enhancing business and residential broadband access through a public-private partnership. Unfortunately, due to the short submittal timeframe a limited number of qualified bidders were able to submit.
04/15/2024 2:48 PM
Vaca-Con is Back with Two-Days of Event Fun
Vaca-Con is a family friendly favorite perfect for lovers of science fiction, anime, comics, television, movies, pop culture, and more. This year features a slew of celebrity guests that are sure to excite fans of all forms of pop culture!
04/03/2024 3:17 PM
Peña Adobe Park Pond Restoration Project Awarded $100,000 Grant by California State Parks
The City of Vacaville is delighted to announce that the Peña Adobe Park Pond Restoration Project has been awarded a generous grant of $100,000 by California State Parks, enabling the City to undertake crucial restoration efforts reserving and enhancing the ecological integrity of the pond.
03/29/2024 8:15 AM
Three EGG-citing Events in Vacaville for the Whole Family
There is no shortage of fun to be had this spring as the City of Vacaville Parks and Recreation Department is bringing three annual family events sure to keep the kiddos smiling and entertained Saturday, March 30.
03/19/2024 9:27 AM
City of Vacaville's Utilities Department Shines at CWEA Redwood Empire Section Annual Awards Dinner
The Utilities Department emerged victorious at the California Water Environment Association Redwood Empire Section Annual Awards dinner earlier this year. The Department received accolades in seven categories showcasing their commitment to excellence in water management and environmental protection.
03/05/2024 3:01 PM
Recreation Expo Offers 10% Savings on Summer Camps
The annual City of Vacaville Recreation Expo is taking place Saturday, March 2, 2024, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Ulatis Community Center, 1000 Ulatis Drive. Hosted by the Parks and Recreation Department to introduce summer programming with offering of 10% savings on summer camps.
02/16/2024 12:48 PM
Housing Choice Voucher Section 8 Program Waiting List
The Vacaville Housing Authority (VHA) is excited to announce the opening of the Housing Choice Voucher Section 8 Program Waiting List. Pre-Applications Will Be Accepted Online Monday, February 26, 2024, at 8:00 AM through Monday, March 11, 2024, at 5:00 PM.
02/06/2024 2:01 PM
Vacaville City Coach and Opportunity House Partnership Results in 93 Care Packages for the Unhoused Community
02/01/2024 11:49 AM
City of Vacaville Invites Community to Centennial Bike Park Design Workshop
The City of Vacaville invites all bike park enthusiasts to share their ideas and preferences for the design and operation of a new BMX style bike park to be located on the northeast corner of Centennial Park.
01/26/2024 1:46 PM
Hillside Senior Apartments Voucher Waitlist Opening
The Vacaville Housing Authority (VHA) is excited to announce that on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at 8:00 A.M, it will be opening the following Project-Based Voucher waiting list: Hillside Senior Apartments – 1 bedroom units located at 454 Markham Ave., Vacaville, CA 95688.
01/16/2024 4:59 PM
Vacaville City Coach Teams Up with Opportunity House to Bring Hope to the Unhoused Community
The City of Vacaville’s public transit program, Vacaville City Coach, is proud to announce a new partnership with Opportunity House to create and distribute care packages for Vacaville’s unhoused community.
12/28/2023 10:52 AM
Vacaville City Council Authorizes Agreement with Vacaville Museum Foundation for Purchase of the Harbison House and Operation of the Vacaville Museum
Vacaville City Council authorized a new operating agreement with the Vacaville Museum Foundation for the operation of the Vacaville Museum located at 213 Buck Avenue. In addition, the City Council authorized a purchase agreement for acquisition of the historically significant Harbison House.
12/21/2023 12:49 PM
City of Vacaville Invites Residents to Apply to Serve on Commissions
The City of Vacaville is accepting applications from residents interested in serving on the Planning and Parks & Recreation Commissions. The commissions are advisory groups to the City Council.
12/18/2023 4:55 PM
Third Annual Neighborhood Santa Coming to a Park Near You
The City of Vacaville Parks & Recreation Department is pleased to announce the 3rd Annual Neighborhood Santa, a FREE parade around 15 neighborhood parks on Monday, December 11, Wednesday, December 13, and Friday, December 15, from 6:00 to 8:15 PM each evening.
11/21/2023 9:00 AM
Mango Materials Celebrates Launch of First-of-a-Kind Technology in Vacaville, California
On November 7, 2023 Mango Materials hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the opening of its Launch Facility at the Easterly Wastewater Treatment Plant in Vacaville, California. This milestone represents the beginning of the first phase of a partnership between Mango Materials and the City.
11/16/2023 3:50 PM
City of Vacaville City Coach Transit Continues to Partner with Local Schools to Offer Transportation Options
The City of Vacaville is excited to announce the continued partnership between our local schools and the Vacaville City Coach Transportation program. Most recently, City Coach has partnered with Kairos Public Schools to provide transportation services for Kairos enrolled students.
11/16/2023 3:28 PM
Help Support Vacaville Families in Need through the Vacaville Christmas Fund
As we look toward kicking off the holiday season, the Vacaville Fire Department is calling on the community to support Vacaville residents in need. The Department is now collecting donations for the Vacaville Christmas Fund with a goal of helping even more people than last year.
11/16/2023 2:48 PM
Development Complete on Buildings A & C at Ridgeline Property Group’s 1.53 Million SF Midway Commerce Center
Ridgeline Property Group and Affinius Capital announce Buildings A and C at Midway Commerce Center are complete. The 89.7-acre, Class “A” institutional quality industrial park totals 1.53 million square feet and is exceptionally located midway in Vacaville between Sacramento and San Francisco.
10/27/2023 3:39 PM
Día de los Muertos at CreekWalk Plaza
The City of Vacaville is pleased to announce the 2nd annual Día de los Muertos celebration hosted by the Parks and Recreation Department. This free event will be held Thursday, November 2, 6:00 to 7:30 PM at CreekWalk Plaza.
10/10/2023 4:17 PM
Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade & Costume Contest at Andrews Park
The City of Vacaville Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce our annual Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade & Costume Contest. Come see all of the cute doggie costumes on Saturday, October 28 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at Andrews Park located at 614 E. Monte Vista Ave.
10/02/2023 7:00 AM
Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
The Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) is a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) mandated report for all communities that receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding.
09/15/2023 3:16 PM
City of Vacaville to Host Community Meeting on Menard Energy Battery Storage Proposal
The City of Vacaville will host a community meeting dedicated to sharing information about the Menard Energy Battery Storage proposal on September 7 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Solano Community College Vacaville Campus, 2001 North Village Parkway.
08/24/2023 2:54 PM
South Korean Conglomerate LG Chem Acquires Property in Vacaville for Life Science Division
The City of Vacaville is excited to announce that LG Chem has acquired 15-acres of land from Agenus Bio to build a new facility in the City of Vacaville’s expanding life science campus in the Vaca Valley Business Park.
08/09/2023 8:00 AM
ConFunkShun Bringin' the Funk to Andrews Park
Wrapping up the summer concert series, ConFunkShun, an incredible funk group, is coming back to CreekWalk Plaza at Andrews Park Saturday, August 19 at 7:00 PM.
08/07/2023 10:30 AM
City of Vacaville Launches Neighborhood Associations
Neighborhood Associations is a resident led program that helps organize neighbors to work together to identify common issues and concerns, improve conditions, stay informed and connected, and accomplish specific goals within their neighborhood.
08/04/2023 11:06 AM
Homebuyer Education Learning Program - HELP
07/13/2023 4:11 PM
City of Vacaville Releases 2022 Water Quality Report
The 2022 Water Quality Report is now available online.
06/28/2023 3:14 PM
City of Vacaville Releases 2023 Water Quality Report
The 2023 Water Quality Report is now available online.
06/28/2023 3:14 PM
Free 4th of July Celebration in Vacaville; Concert and Fireworks Display
Be safe and leave the fireworks to the pros. Come on out for the Free Concert and Fireworks display.
06/23/2023 2:52 PM
City of Vacaville Welcomes LifeSpace Labs, A New Life Science Incubator
06/22/2023 11:54 AM