California Forever responds to invitations to discuss annexation from Rio Vista and Suisun City – read here
FAQs
Below are the most commonly discussed topics. If you have a question that’s not answered here, contact us.
Agriculture & open space
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How will this new city affect agriculture in Solano County?
We intentionally located the new city on non-prime farmlands. The entire 17,500 acres that the new city would be located on contribute less than 2% of the total agricultural revenue of Solano County, based on information provided by Solano County in the official Livestock and Crop Reports from 2020-2022.
See this Blue Sky Consulting Group report for details and calculations, which indicate that the entire 17,500 acres contribute roughly $6 million of the total $385 million of Solano County’s agricultural revenue – i.e., approximately 1.6% of the total.
We are planning on building greenhouses and vertical farms in the Industry & Technology zone which utilize the latest, most water-efficient farming techniques to make more food with less resources. A single large greenhouse or vertical farm can produce between $10 million and $40 million in annual agricultural revenue.
We therefore believe that the new city will increase, not decrease, Solano’s agricultural production.
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Does the new city encroach on protected open space?
No, the proposed location for the new city avoids all habitat conservation areas including:
- Areas protected by the Suisun Marsh Preservation Act and Suisun Marsh Protection Plan.
- The Jepson Prairie Preserve, and conservation easement areas within the Jepson Prairie Area.
California Forever is committed to working with resource agencies and other stakeholders to expand conservation areas within the Jepson Prairie and surrounding areas.
That commitment is evident in the map below, showing the new city located in areas with the lowest ecological value (white) in the county, and not in areas with high ecological value (dark green) according to the draft Solano County Habitat Conservation Plan, prepared by SCWA (Solano County Water Agency).
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Strong local support
I support the project because it will be great for Solano County families, providing opportunities for growth and generational wealth.
A ray of hope. More than the promises that traditional politicians make to improve Solano that have come to naught, the plans presented by California Forever have hit the right buttons for us. They make sense in many aspects for the county. It’s like a breath of fresh air.
Through California Forever, we’re not only investing in much-needed infrastructure but also in California’s future and prosperity, while strengthening the bonds that tie us together as a community committed to positive change.
I am very pleased that there are places that want to help people become solid…
I am very pleased that there are places that want to help people become solid citizens with a strong economic base and affordable housing.
I came into a CA Forever office location and loved what I saw and heard.
I came into a CA Forever office location and loved what I saw and heard.
I was born on Travis Air Force Base and am very fond of the community. I believe in this project and its potential to create new jobs and new opportunities for local families!
California Forever is a great opportunity to invest in the financial well-being of our county.
I think it’s a great opportunity for young adults and families to purchase their first…
I think it’s a great opportunity for young adults and families to purchase their first homes.
Solano needs more infrastructure aside from retirement and bedroom communities. California Forever presents a great opportunity for us.
I think it’s really great that California Forever is making such a huge investment in…
I think it’s really great that California Forever is making such a huge investment in Solano County. We need more housing, jobs and to make a community for our families.
I support this project and look forward to progress.
I’m excited to see the future that California Forever can create for the benefit of all Solano County citizens and improve the stewardship of our lands.
I am excited about this project and I can’t wait for it to come into fruition. Being a new resident of Solano county, I saw the potential of this area which is why I decided to move here. The innovative vision and mission of this initiative supports the upward trajectory of growth and sustainability of our community towards a better future.
I am a lover of California and Solano County. We desperately need affordable housing and more jobs and I believe that California Forever will help with both of these much needed items. This is why I support California Forever and hope that this project is approved and moves forward.
California Forever not only fuels sustainable progress but also sparks the dreams of new entrepreneurs. Through accessible small business loans, it cultivates a fertile ground for innovation, ensuring a vibrant economic landscape that empowers the next generation of visionaries to flourish and contribute to the prosperity of our community.
I am thrilled to endorse California Forever, a visionary development that promises to revitalize our…
I am thrilled to endorse California Forever, a visionary development that promises to revitalize our community and create a vibrant, sustainable neighborhood for generations to come. With its focus on green spaces, walkability, and community amenities, this project is set to become a model for urban planning. We are excited to see the positive impact it will have on our city and wholeheartedly support its mission to create a better future for all residents.
I’m in support of California Forever’s current vision and plan for a sustainable, all-inclusive community in Solano County.
It’s about time we add recreational facilities for children living in Solano County. We need…
It’s about time we add recreational facilities for children living in Solano County. We need better parks and more jobs in the area.
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I support the project because it sounds like a positive thing for the county.
I support the project because it sounds like a positive thing for the county.