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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Vacaville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
General liability self-insured retention for 2026/27
Council raised the deductible the city pays per liability claim from $750,000 to $1 million, saving about $208,000 a year in risk-pool premiums. Stockton dissented, and members directed the savings into a dedicated reserve fund.
Credit Card Processing Fee
Starting no earlier than May 1, the city will pass credit card processing costs (up to 3%) to customers to save roughly $400,000 a year. Bank transfers, cash, and checks stay free, with a phased rollout and public education.