July 2023

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A Tribute to Deputy Jose Cisneros!

The DSA worked with Supervisor John Vasquez to have memorial signs installed at the Deputy Jose Cisneros Memorial Bridge. Today with Deputy Cisneros family present, we revealed the sign and presented Deputy Cisneros’ wife and daughter a sign for their family. Thank you Deputy Cisneros your service. These signs will ensure your sacrifice and legacy will never be forgotten.

We’re at the halfway point in 2023 with 82 faces added on this wall in my office. By the end of the year, there will more than likely be around 160 portraits up there.

Ones Before Us

The ones who came before us…The ones who left it better than they found it. You hear their names, see their faces on the walls of the firehouse and hear the legendary stories. It’s important we always save a seat at the table for them. There’s nothing more impactful than to have an old firefighter impart their wisdom on a group of new ones. The American fire service was built by folks like this and we have an obligation to keep it alive and keep it strong. We are forever grateful to those that paved the path we walk on today.

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Sharing a Slim Jim with K9 Officer, Leon

We were fortunate to catch a special moment with Fairfield, CA Police Department’s Officer Brown as she shared a Slim Jim with Officer Gutierrez and K9 Leon on his last duty day! Friends of Fairfield Police K9s commends our first responders for their commitment to safeguarding our community. #slimjim #teamwork #K9Heroes #k9handler #K9Leon

Welcome to Our

New Sports Section

Dixon Little League

Congratulations to our 8/9/10 yr old All-Star team. You battled back today to win the District 64 All-Star tournament. Next is Sectionals for these boys, beginning July 13th in Layfayette. The Sections tournament consists of the winner from each of our local districts (3,4,35,53 and 64).

Community Uplift

Congratulations to Wendy Miovas!

Join us in congratulating Wendy Miovas on her promotion to Supervising Public Safety Dispatcher! Wendy began her career as a dispatcher at PCSO in October 2021 after spending several years as a dispatcher for Contra Costa County Fire. Overall, she has 15 years of valuable dispatching experience under her belt and her commitment to helping others is so inspiring, as she finds fulfillment in the seemingly unconventional nature of her job.

As Wendy puts it, "I like the job; I like the idea of trying to help people."

With every day bringing something new, Wendy acknowledges the challenges and rewards that come with her role. She emphasizes the importance of being prepared for the unexpected, as it can be both stressful and fulfilling at the same time.

Let’s congratulate Wendy on her well-deserved promotion and wish her continued success in making a positive difference in people's lives!

Upcoming Events

We Need Your Support!

Please don’t forget to pay your annual dues to continue your membership in the 100 Club of Solano and Yolo Counties!

Many members have let their membership lapse, so now is a good time to renew!

The 100 Club has ongoing costs for supporting family members of fallen officers, as well as the need to support our scholarship fund, and other activities.

The pandemic has restricted our fund-raising activities and we really need your support! We’ve made it easy for you to renew. Just go to the Membership page of our website and scroll down to the bottom of the page.

Please use the family and friends' option when donating - no charges!!

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Commitment to Community

Medic Ambulance has a rich history of providing quality advanced life support ambulance services in the North San Francisco Bay area. We are the exclusive 911 ambulance provider for all of Solano County with the exception of Vacaville.

Medic offers an array of services ranging from EMT/BLS level of care, to Paramedic/ALS care, as well as emergency or non-emergency transportation. Medic has been proudly offering these services as company staples for over 40 years.

Medic Ambulance is a family business with strong ties to the community. We support our community in a variety of ways, including offering ambulance stand-by services for special events.

Visit us at https://www.medicambulance.net/

Locations

506 Couch Street

Vallejo, CA 94590

3300 Business Drive

Sacramento, CA 95820

Tel: 707-644-1761

Fax: 707-644-1784

Dispatch: 707-644-8989

Caryn Mikich is the Owner and she is a Rock Star. 

At Stems Florist, we are more than just your average florist!

Speedy, reliable deliveries and customer care that's beyond compare... these are just two things that set us apart.

Stems Florist is a professional local florist proudly serving Vacaville, California and surrounding areas. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is ready to assist you when you need flowers delivered locally or anywhere in the world. For your convenience, we also offer daily delivery service to local hospitals and funeral homes.

At Stems Florist, it's all about flowers! Stems Florist blossomed into life in 2010.

The conception of Stems began with Caryn Mikich's passion for floral design and her use of stems in her floral arrangements.

Whatever the occasion, let one of our talented designers create a beautiful, eye-catching fresh or silk floral arrangement that's customized just for you! We offer traditional and contemporary floral design styles that are appropriate for birthdays, anniversaries, get well, new baby, sympathy, holidays or just because.

WEDDING FLOWERS AND SPECIAL EVENTS ~

Whether your wedding or party is formal or casual… a small gathering or the social event of the year… we can help you plan an event that's a "blooming" success!

Stems Florist specializes in planning events such as weddings, office parties and baby showers. Stems Florist handles all aspects of an event, including catering, music, decorations and venue. Call us in advance at 707-451-8585 to schedule your consultation.

SYMPATHY AND FUNERAL FLOWERS ~

Remember, you can always depend on our staff to help you choose funeral flowers for a friend or loved one. We will design and deliver an arrangement that beautifully conveys your feelings of sympathy and serves as a lovely tribute to the deceased.

ASSORTED PLANTS AND GIFT IDEAS ~

Browse our wonderful green plants, blooming plants and dish gardens for a gift that adds life to any room or office. One of our gift baskets of fruit and goodies would make a thoughtful and tasty choice anytime of year.

We also offer gifts for any age or occasion, including plush stuffed animals, balloon bouquets, candy & chocolates, silk arrangements, baby items, home décor, scented candles and more!

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Yin's McDonalds

VACAVILLE, Calif. (KGO) -- You may not heard of the name CC Yin, but chances are, you've been to one of his restaurants. The Vacaville resident runs a fast-food empire with 30 McDonald's branches in Northern California, 16 in Solano County. Now, in addition to Happy Meals, he's serving up PPE.

Millions of surgical masks, goggles, gowns, face shields and hand sanitizers are a gift from Yin's non-profit to frontline workers in the Bay Area and nationwide in Vacaville, Vallejo, Fairfield, Suisun City, Sacramento and even Seattle and New York.

The 83-year old says his desire to give back stems from his gratitude for the opportunities that America has given him.

Born in China, he fled to Taiwan during World War II and immigrated to the U.S. in the 60's, with $100 in his pocket. Yin worked as an engineer until getting laid off at age 48. That's when he stumbled upon a chance to buy a failing McDonald's in Oakland.

But getting the franchise was a challenge. Yin says, "McDonald's didn't want me because I was not qualified. I was not good at speaking English. And so the court says 'McDonald's, you cannot judge the immigrant as your standard. The guy might be good for you. So give him a chance and tell me he's no good.'"

But as it turns out, he was good. A year later, Yin turned that branch profitable for the first time. And more McDonald's followed.

The entrepreneur says the key to success was and still is, working with local organizations and supporting the community. Last year, when Yin's Vallejo branch had a grand re-opening, he donated to the local Humane Society. Vallejo Mayor Bob Sampayan was at the ribbon cutting.

"He's provided employment for our local youth, scholarships through his foundation for college-bound seniors, and he's just been nothing but generous to our community in times of need, " Sampayan said.

The community is often invited to Yin's thriving Yin Ranch in Vacaville. It's his home, but it's also a conference center, a venue for weddings, Lunar New Year and an amusement park complete with a McDonald's racetrack.

Here, Yin often hosts events for his non-partisan APAPA organization, Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs. With 30 chapters across the country, its mission is to increase Asian American civic engagement and political leadership. '

California State Treasurer says APAPA's support has been instrumental "for being leaders in our community and giving folks like me the opportunity to network, to be educated and to grow as leaders."

Yin may have written his own rags to riches story through the Golden Arches, but lives by his golden rule. "America taught me how to give back, how to work with community. Everybody should step up, everybody should share, good or bad."

Meet Sandra Butler, Realtor, Century 21 Fairfield

SHOP, BUY, AND SELL LOCAL WITH YOUR LOCAL REALTOR!!

My enthusiasm for real estate comes from being a long time resident of Solano County. My family moved to Green Valley in 1975. My dad was a local Realtor for many, many years and my mom is a retired FSUSD teacher. I am a graduate of Armijo High School and the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA. My two sons, Blake and Spencer, are also Armijo High School graduates!

I have been part of many of my own real estate transactions, i.e., built 2 custom homes, remodeled my first owned townhome, all in Solano County. I also purchase investment properties and land both within and outside of Solano County.

I have always had a passion for real estate! In fact, I worked in the mortgage business from 1983-1997. I have had my CA real estate license since 1992. My career as a mortgage loan underwriter, loan officer, and loan processor in the wholesale and secondary market led me to a very successful contract underwriting business. I specialized in pre-undewriting home loan packages prior to submitting the loan for underwiting approval with a lender. The payoff benefited all parties with quick loan approval and very satisfied customers.

I currently hold my license under C entury EPIC in Fairfield, CA. I have received numerous awards such as 2015, 2017, 2020 C21 Master Ruby Producer; 2016 C21 Diamond Producer; 2017 C21 Quality Service Producer; 2018,2019, 2020 C21 Quality Service Pinnacle Producer and 2021 Masters Emerald producer and Quality Service Producer. As a Quality Service Producer, I received customer surveys from my clients each year with an average survey score of at least 95 percent or better. It is quite an honor and a wonderful feeling to know that my dedication to my clients shows paid off!

I am active in my community. Over the course of the years I was involved with Suisun Valley School fundraisers, PTA, and annual SV Auction (9 years). Other involvement was in the Suisun Valley 4-H (6 years); Armijo Sober Grad Nite (8 years & counting); a member of the Sons & Daughters of Italy; and a donor to several local causes, to name a few.

I believe in the "American Dream" of buying a home, and buying local real estate strengthens our community. I would love to have the privilege of doing all I can do to make your real estate "dreams" come true. Whether as a buyer, seller, or investor, you can count on my services and expertise. I am equipped and ready to assist you, your family, and friends. So please, call me at 707-592-6267. I look forward to serving you.

Citizens Financial

Citizens Financial has partnered with the 100 Club of Solano and Yolo Counties to become a valued member of our organization. Citizens Financial supports public safety and the goals of our organization: supporting families of fallen first responders, supporting the education of their minor children, and encouraging interested youth in careers as first responders.

Greg Ritchie, owner of Citizens Financial, is a Vacaville City Councilmember and is very active in the Vacaville community.

For more information about Citizens Financial’s commitment to supporting public safety, click here.

Interested in a home loan from Citizens Financial? Click here.

Enterprise Holdings is proud to announce it has received a 2023 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) – an accolade that spotlights the most engaged workplace cultures in the world. According to Gallup, GEWA winners are recognized for their ability to challenge the status quo and “transform workplaces by putting people at the heart of their business strategies.”

This year, Gallup selected just 57 companies worldwide to receive the prestigious award. This year’s meta-analysis included over 2.7 million employees across 54 industries and utilizes criteria from Gallup's Q12 survey, which ranks employee engagement, specific business metrics and commitment to the organization. 

"We are incredibly honored to be recognized among the top organizations in the world for providing an exceptional workplace for our more than 80,000 Enterprise Holdings employees across the globe," Enterprise Holdings Senior Vice President of Global Human Resources Shelley Roither said. "Jack Taylor founded this organization on the lasting idea to ‘take care of your customers and your employees first, and everything else will follow,’ so this award is fitting recognition for our continued focus on creating an exceptional place to work and grow your career.”

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