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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Vacaville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Housing as Economic Infrastructure
The presentation framed housing as economic policy: without affordable places to live, employers face turnover and regions lose competitiveness. Council members tied this to Solano County job losses—Anheuser-Busch, Valero, Jelly Belly—and debated whether jobs or housing come first.
Battery energy storage regulation
The new ordinance bans lithium-ion battery chemistry in Vacaville, expands buffers around homes and schools to 500 feet, and requires cleanup bonds. It protects neighborhoods from fire and toxic-gas risks highlighted by the Moss Landing battery plant fire, while keeping the door open for safer battery technologies.
Battery Storage Plant Ordinance
Big battery storage plants are coming to Vacaville, and the city is trying to figure out the rules. Residents are worried about safety and where these massive facilities will be located, leading to some serious debates.
Utility Rate Increase
Your utility bills in Vacaville are about to get a lot more expensive. Starting in July, expect to pay almost 20% more for your water, sewer, and trash services. Better start saving up!
City Manager Appointment
Vacaville has a new city manager, Savita Chaudhary! She's taking the reins and will be making key decisions about the city's future. Get ready for some fresh leadership!
Cannabis Moratorium
Vacaville is hitting pause on new cannabis businesses and outdoor growing. The city council just voted to extend the moratorium, meaning no new dispensaries or backyard weed farms are allowed for now.