Vallejo Municipal Code Ch. 16.337 Social Service Centers

These provisions ensure the development of social service centers, which provide a variety of supportive services for disabled and homeless individuals and other targeted groups on a less-than-twenty-four hour basis, does not adversely affect nearby residents and businesses; while providing for the needs of all segments of clients.

A. Waiting Areas. Each center shall include indoor waiting and intake areas for clients.

B. Hours of Operation. Centers may be operated between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday.

C. Security.

1. Security Plan. The center operator shall submit a security plan for approval to the director. The plan shall include provisions for security staffing, alarms, and other elements the director deems necessary to ensure the security of the site.

2. Alarm System. A centrally monitored alarm system shall be installed and maintained in good working order.

3. Staffing. On-site supervision shall be provided at all times that the center is in operation.

4. Emergency Contact. The center operator shall provide the chief of police with the name, phone number and email address of an on-site community relations staff person to whom one can provide notice if there are operating problems associated with the center. The center shall make a good faith effort to encourage members of the public to call this person to try to solve operating problems, if any, before calls or complaints are made to the city.

D. Litter. Outdoor trash receptacles shall be available near the entrances to and exits from the establishment. The premises shall be continuously maintained in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

E. Prohibited Activities. Patrons shall immediately leave the site if not waiting for or receiving services, and no consumption of alcoholic beverages is allowed on the premises. The operator shall post a sign detailing these requirements.