City Hall Archives - Open Vallejo

A triptych of headshots shows three police leaders, all in uniform. On the left is Vallejo Interim Police Chief Jason Ta, in the center is Fresno Deputy Police Chief Mark Salazar, and on the right is San Francisco Deputy Police Chief Mikail Ali. Each officer smiles while wearing a uniform, tie, and metal badge.

Here are the Vallejo police chief finalists the city tried to keep secret

by Anna Bauman September 27, 2024September 28, 2024

Vallejo Mayor Robert McConnell speaks passionately into a microphone during a public meeting, seated among other council members at a curved desk. Two women and two men, including a man in glasses and a blue suit, are focused on the proceedings. The setting appears formal, with the panel framed by wood paneling and computer monitors.

Vallejo mulls DEI position following police chief hiring controversy

by Anna Bauman September 25, 2024September 25, 2024

Group of three people engaged in an animated discussion outdoors during an event. The person in the center gestures emphatically towards the camera. They are surrounded by other attendees in a casual, sunlit setting.

Former Vallejo councilmember assaults mayoral candidate’s spouse at community event, video shows

by Anna Bauman August 7, 2024August 9, 2024

Carl Charles, who is wearing a dark suit, stands at a podium during a town hall meeting while craning his neck to hear a speaker. Two men are seated in the foreground, with one in focus and the other blurred. The room is set up for a formal meeting, with desks and computer monitors visible.

Frustration, calls for change mark Vallejo police chief recruitment

by Anna Bauman June 30, 2024September 20, 2024

A man in a suit, identified as Greg Nyhoff, is speaking at a podium with a microphone. He appears to be addressing an audience in a city council chambers. Behind him, there are chairs and a California state flag is partially visible.

Greg Nyhoff, controversial former Vallejo city manager, hired in Texas

by Anna Bauman June 24, 2024August 9, 2024

A group of 10 professionals in business attire posing for a photo outdoors. The setting features a backdrop of a brick wall covered in ivy. The group includes five women and five men, one of whom is dressed in a police uniform. They are smiling and standing or seated in two rows, projecting a collaborative and formal team image.

Vallejo selects Andrew Murray as new city manager

by Anna Bauman May 8, 2024September 23, 2024

Interior view of a city council meeting showing council members and staff seated in a semi-circle facing a person speaking at a desk. They are behind desks with nameplates and microphones, in a wood-paneled room with an American flag to the side.

Vallejo narrows new city manager selection to two

by Anna Bauman April 26, 2024September 23, 2024

A woman in business attire standing in a grassy field with her hands clasped in front of her, looking thoughtfully into the distance. Behind her are residential houses, trees, and a clear sky.

Former Vallejo employee settles whistleblower lawsuit for $1 million

by Anna Bauman March 19, 2024September 23, 2024

A uniformed police chief walks through a city council chambers with rows of empty chairs, holding papers in one hand and a smartphone in the other. He wears a dark uniform with a badge, name tag, and radio attached to his shoulder. His duty belt is equipped with various gear, including a holstered sidearm. The background includes informational posters on the wall.

Salinas no longer considering Jason Ta for police chief

by Anna Bauman February 20, 2024March 12, 2024

Vallejo City Manager Michael Malone speaks in a video with the text, "$3,000" and "active full-time employees" on either side of his head.

Vallejo to use $1.5 million in COVID relief for staff bonuses

by Geoffrey King November 24, 2023March 12, 2024