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City of Vacaville
City
Vacaville Skyline. Sacramento skyline seen 30 miles distant.
Vacaville Skyline. Sacramento skyline seen 30 miles distant.
Nickname(s): 
Golden Hills, Cowtown
Location in Solano County and the state of California
Location in Solano County and the state of California
CountryUSA
State California
CountySolano
Incorporated1892
Government
 • MayorSteve Hardy
 • SenateLois Wolk (D)
 • AssemblyMariko Yamada (D)
 • U.S. CongressGeorge Miller (D)
Area
[1]
 • Total28.585 sq mi (74.034 km2)
 • Land28.373 sq mi (73.485 km2)
 • Water0.212 sq mi (0.550 km2)  0.74%
Elevation
174 ft (53 m)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total92,428
 • Density3,200/sq mi (1,200/km2)
Time zoneUTC−8 (PST)
 • Summer (DST)UTC−7 (PDT)
ZIP codes
95687, 95688, 95696
Area code707
FIPS code06-81554
GNIS feature ID0277624
Websitehttp://www.cityofvacaville.com

Vacaville is a city located in Solano County in Northern California. The city is nearly half way between Sacramento and San Francisco on I-80. It sits approximately 35 miles (56 km) from Sacramento, and 45 miles (72 km) from San Francisco. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 92,428, making it the third largest city in Solano County.

History

The city was founded on December 13, 1851 by William McDaniel, on a part of the 1843 Mexican land grant Rancho Los Putos purchased from Manuel Cabeza Vaca.[2]

The city was a Pony Express stop and was home to many large produce companies and local farms which flourished due to the Vaca Valley's rich soil, including The Nut Tree.

Another commonly known name is "Lack Of Thrill" due to the scarsity of activities for the city's population of minors.

Geography and environment

There are a number of rare and endangered species in the Vacaville area. Endangered plants which have historically occurred in the vernal pool areas in and around Vacaville include Legenre limosa, Plagiobothrys hystriculus, Downingia humilis, Contra Costa Goldfields (Lasthenia conjugens), and Showy Indian clover (Trifolium amoenum).[3] To this day Trifolium amoenum can still be found in Lagoon Valley Regional Park!

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 28.6 square miles (74 km2). 99.26% of the area is land and 0.74% is water. Excluding the Putah South Canal and minor local creeks, the only significant body of water within the city is the 105-acre (0.42 km2) Lagoon Valley Lake.

The unincorporated communities of Allendale and Elmira are generally considered to be part of "greater" Vacaville.

Climate

Vacaville has a typical Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters. Characteristic of inland California, summers can get quite hot. Autumns are warm in the early part but quickly cool down as the wet season approaches. Winters can be cold, and often foggy, but are mild compared to other regions. Spring is a rather pleasant season with fairly mild temperatures and not so much rain. The greater majority of precipitation falls in the autumn, winter, and spring months with little to none in summer.

According to National Weather Service records, average January temperatures in Vacaville are a maximum of 55.4 °F (13.0 °C) and a minimum of 36.7 °F (2.6 °C). Average July temperatures are a maximum of 95.2 °F (35.1 °C) and a minimum of 56.1 °F (13.4 °C). There are an average of 87.7 days with highs of 90 °F (32 °C) or higher. There are an average of 30.7 days with lows of 32 °F (0 °C) or lower. The record high temperature was 116 °F (47 °C) on July 23, 2006. The record low temperature was 14 °F (−10 °C) on December 26, 1924.

Average annual precipitation is 24.55 inches (624 mm). There are an average of 57 days with measurable precipitation. The wettest year was 1983 with 48.90 inches (1,242 mm) and the driest year was 2012 with 5 inches. The most precipitation in one-month was 19.83 inches (504 mm) in January 1916. The most precipitation in 24 hours was 6.10 inches (155 mm) on February 27, 1940. Snowfall is rare in Vacaville, but light measurable amounts have occurred, including 2.2 inches (56 mm) in January 1907 and 2.0 inches (51 mm) in December 1988.[4]

Climate data for Vacaville, CA
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Record high °F (°C) 81
(27) 		82
(28) 		90
(32) 		99
(37) 		105
(41) 		115
(46) 		116
(47) 		114
(46) 		112
(44) 		105
(41) 		91
(33) 		78
(26) 		116
(47)
Mean daily maximum °F (°C) 56
(13) 		62
(17) 		68
(20) 		74
(23) 		82
(28) 		90
(32) 		96
(36) 		95
(35) 		91
(33) 		80
(27) 		66
(19) 		56
(13) 		76
(25)
Mean daily minimum °F (°C) 39
(4) 		42
(6) 		45
(7) 		47
(8) 		52
(11) 		57
(14) 		60
(16) 		59
(15) 		57
(14) 		52
(11) 		44
(7) 		39
(4) 		49
(10)
Record low °F (°C) 18
(−8) 		16
(−9) 		26
(−3) 		29
(−2) 		32
(0) 		36
(2) 		40
(4) 		39
(4) 		39
(4) 		31
(−1) 		22
(−6) 		17
(−8) 		16
(−9)
Average precipitation inches (mm) 5.33
(135) 		5.41
(137) 		3.53
(90) 		1.30
(33) 		0.74
(19) 		0.10
(2.5) 		0
(0) 		0.06
(1.5) 		0.27
(6.9) 		1.20
(30) 		3.13
(80) 		5.23
(133) 		26.3
(667.9)
Source: [5]

Demographics

2010

The 2010 United States Census[6] reported that Vacaville had a population of 92,428. The population density was 3,233.5 people per square mile (1,248.5/km²). The racial makeup of Vacaville was 61,301 (66.3%) White, 9,510 (10.3%) African American, 846 (0.9%) Native American, 5,606 (6.1%) Asian (3.3% Filipino, 0.7% Chinese, 0.6% Indian, 0.5% Japanese, 0.3% Vietnamese, 0.3% Korean), 532 (0.6%) Pacific Islander, 8,136 (8.8%) from other races, and 6,497 (7.0%) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 21,121 persons (22.9%); 17.0% of Vacaville is Mexican, 0.9% Puerto Rican, 0.5% Salvadoran, 0.3% Nicaraguan, 0.2% Guatemalan, and 0.2% Peruvian.

The Census reported that 91.3% of the population lived in households and 8.6% were institutionalized.

There were 31,092 households, out of which 11,747 (37.8%) had children under the age of 18 living in them, 16,347 (52.6%) were opposite-sex married couples living together, 4,068 (13.1%) had a female householder with no husband present, 1,686 (5.4%) had a male householder with no wife present. There were 1,892 (6.1%) unmarried opposite-sex partnerships, and 208 (0.7%) same-sex married couples or partnerships. 7,053 households (22.7%) were made up of individuals and 2,689 (8.6%) had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71. There were 22,101 families (71.1% of all households); the average family size was 3.19.

The population was spread out with 21,511 people (23.3%) under the age of 18, 8,963 people (9.7%) aged 18 to 24, 26,269 people (28.4%) aged 25 to 44, 26,016 people (28.1%) aged 45 to 64, and 9,669 people (10.5%) who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37.2 years. For every 100 females there were 112.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 115.1 males.

There were 32,814 housing units at an average density of 1,148.0 per square mile (443.2/km²), of which 63.4% were owner-occupied and 36.6% were occupied by renters. The homeowner vacancy rate was 2.1%; the rental vacancy rate was 6.8%. 59.0% of the population lived in owner-occupied housing units and 32.3% lived in rental housing units.

2000

As of the 2000 census,Template:GR there are 88,625 people residing in the city. The population density is 1,263.6/km² (3,272.3/mi²). There are 28,696 housing units at an average density of 409.1/km² (1,059.5/mi²). The racial makeup of the city is 72.11% White, 10.02% African American, 0.97% Native American, 4.18% Asian, 0.45% Pacific Islander, 6.74% from other races, and 5.53% from two or more races. 17.88% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Of the 28,105 households, 20,966 are families: 41.4% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.0% are married couples living together, 12.4% have a female householder with no husband present, and 25.4% are non-families. 19.2% of all households are made up of individuals and 6.4% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.83 and the average family size is 3.24.

The median age is 34 years, and the age distribution of the population is rather spread out: 27.0% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 35.4% from 25 to 44, 20.3% from 45 to 64, and 8.3% who are 65 years of age or older. However, the sex ratio is higher than the national average. For every 100 females there are 118.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 124.7 males.

Vacaville Hills during summer

Vacaville has the highest per capita concentration of electric cars in the world, giving it the nickname "Voltageville".[7]

Economy

Personal income

The median income for a household in the city is $57,667, and the median income for a family is $63,950. Males have a median income of $43,527 versus $31,748 for females. The per capita income for the city is $21,557. 6.1% of the population and 4.3% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 7.4% of those under the age of 18 and 4.8% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.[8]

Industry

There are biotechnology/pharmaceutical facilities operated by Genentech, ALZA Corporation, Kaiser Permanente, and Novartis International AG.

Tourism

The city holds annual Vacaville Fiesta Days, which includes a parade that features the public school marching bands, gymnasts, and even an electric car showcase, among other things. Other sites for tourists include the Vacaville Premium Outlets and the Nut Tree, which is home to a train for children and even a life-size checkerboard, as well as numerous stores and places to eat. Every December, the city holds a Festival of Trees in the ice skating rink and the Tree Lighting Ceremony in which residents of Vacaville gather in downtown to see a 50-foot (15 m) tree illuminate and enjoy festive music played by the Jepson Band, hot chocolate, and horse-drawn carriage rides.

Government

Two state prisons are located in Vacaville: California State Prison, Solano and California Medical Facility. The latter prison houses inmates undergoing medical treatments.

Top employers

According to the City's 2009 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report,[9] the top employers in the city are:

# Employer # of Employees
1 California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation 2,915
2 Vacaville Unified School District 1,273
3 Genentech 875
4 City of Vacaville 820
5 Alza 750
6 State Compensation Insurance Fund 670
7 Kaiser Permanente 600
8 VacaValley Hospital 470
9 M&G DuraVent 350
10 Travis Credit Union 311

Education

Aerial view of Vacaville

The city has two unified public school districts, a community college district, private schools and colleges.

Public elementary and secondary schools

The Vacaville Unified School District includes the following campuses:

Elementary schools

  • Alamo Elementary
  • Browns Valley Elementary
  • Edwin Markham Elementary
  • Eugene Padan Elementary
  • Fairmont Elementary
  • Cooper Elementary
  • Orchard Elementary
  • Hemlock Elementary
  • Jean Callison Elementary
  • Vacaville Christian Elementary

Middle schools

  • Vaca Pena Middle School
  • Willis Jepson Middle School
  • Vacaville Christian Middle School

High schools

Travis Unified School District

The Travis Unified School District campuses include:

  • Cambridge Elementary
  • Foxboro Elementary
  • Center Elementary
  • Travis Elementary
  • Scandia Elementary

Its campuses serving Vacaville secondary students are:

  • Golden West Middle School
  • Vanden High School
  • Travis Education Center
  • Travis Community Day School

Private schools

Private institutions with campuses in Vacaville are:

  • Bethany Lutheran Preschool and Elementary School
  • Faith Academy (Independent)
  • Notre Dame Parochial School
  • Vacaville Adventist (Seventh-day Adventist)
  • Vacaville Christian Schools (pre-school through 12th grade)

Colleges and universities

The town has a District supporting the Solano Community College. Among others, it offers an associate degree in biotechnology, which could lead to employment with local industries.

Other colleges and universities include:

Media references

  • Actor Jon Voight filmed The All American Boy in Vacaville on Main street in 1973.

Notable residents

(B) denotes that the person was born in Vacaville.

See also

References

  1. ^ U.S. Census
  2. ^ History of Solano County...and histories of its cities, towns...etc. by J. P. Munro-Fraser. Wood, Alley & co., 1879. Page 317.
  3. ^ Environmental Assessment for the Green Tree Assessment District, Earth Metrics Inc Report 7690, City of Vacaville, March, 1989
  4. ^ http://www.wrcc.dri.edu/cgi-bin/cliMAIN.pl?ca9200
  5. ^ Monthly Averages for Vacaville, CA (95688), Weather.com, retrieved October 19, 2012
  6. ^ Template:USCensus-2010CA
  7. ^ The Reporter – Rebuilding Voltageville
  8. ^ Vacaville Information
  9. ^ City of Vacaville CAFR
  10. ^ Cooke, Jon B. "The Art of Arthur Adams", Reprinted from Comic Book Artist No. 17, November 15, 2001
  11. ^ George Khoury and Eric Nolen-Weathington. Modern Masters Volume Six: Arthur Adams, 2006, TwoMorrows Publishing.
  12. ^ "Players: Jarrett Bush". The Official website of the Green Bay Packers. Green Bay Packers, Inc. 2009. Archived from the original on April 15, 2008. Retrieved May 3, 2009.
  13. ^ "Jermaine Dye: Stats, Bio, Photos, Highlights". The Official website of the Chicago White Sox. MLB Advanced Media. 2009. Retrieved May 3, 2009.
  14. ^ "Player Bio:Xzavie Jackson". The Official Athletic Website of the University of Missouri. CBS Interactive. 2009. Retrieved May 3, 2009.
  15. ^ "Player Bio:Xzavie Jackson". The Official website of the Philadelphia Eagles. Philidephia Eagles. 2008. Retrieved May 3, 2009.
  16. ^ http://www.myspace.com/chrissbegley
  17. ^ www.myspace.com/fightfair
  18. ^ "Jacoby Shaddix-Biography". Internet Movie Database. IMDB.com. 2009. Retrieved May 3, 2009.
  19. ^ Garofoli, Joe (March 18, 2007). "Portraits of Sacrifice – Casey Sheehan: Vacaville". San Francisco Chronicle. Hearst Communications, Inc. p. E4. Retrieved May 3, 2009.
  20. ^ "Meet Cindy". Cindy Sheehan for Congress. 2008. Retrieved May 3, 2009. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  21. ^ "Thomas Williams Bio". The Official website of the Jacksonville Jaguars. National Football League. 2008. Retrieved May 3, 2009.
  22. ^ "Player Bio:Thomas Williams". Official USC Website. USC. 2008. Retrieved May 3, 2009.
  23. ^ "The Official website of the Indianapolis Colts". Retrieved April 18, 2011.

External links

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