Those jobs would come from what officials are hoping will be new contracts with the U.S, Navy. For years, the city of Vallejo has been discussing what the future of the island should look like. Now there’s a push to bring more ships and more workers to the old waterfront.San Francisco City Workers March Down Market Street, Seek Help To Fill Major Staffing Gaps
For those plotting the future of Mare Island, Wednesday’s announcement was a step forward, with a direct link to the island’s past. The Mare Island Dry Dock Company announced a $13 million dollar upgrade of its facility. “This is a big big deal, not only Mare Island, not only for Vallejo and the surrounding communities,” said Congressman John Garamendi. “It’s a big deal for the U.S. Navy.”On the local end, the investment means the dock’s current workforce could double, or even triple, so the company is now looking for hundreds of dock workers, salaries starting near six figures.