City of Vallejo – Unclaimed Funds
The City of Vallejo manages unclaimed funds in accordance with Government Code Sections 50050–50056.
What Are Unclaimed Funds?
Unclaimed funds are payments issued by the City that have remained unclaimed by the owner for at least three (3) years. Common examples include utility deposits, accounts payable checks, and payroll checks.
Notice of Unclaimed Funds
The City publishes a notice containing a list of unclaimed funds that are at least three (3) years old in a newspaper of general circulation once a week for two (2) consecutive weeks, as required by state law.
How to Claim Funds
If you believe the City may be holding funds belonging to you or your business, please complete a claim form available here.
The Finance Director or designee will review your claim and may request additional documentation to verify ownership.
What Happens if Funds Are Not Claimed?
If funds remain unclaimed for at least 45 days after the first publication date, they become the property of the City. The funds may then be transferred to the City's General Fund.