Purpose
Suisun City is exploring expansion through annexation to address long-standing challenges and unlock new growth opportunities. As the smallest city in Solano County, Suisun faces financial constraints, aging infrastructure and a shrinking population. Expansion offers a strategic path forward — one that can revitalize the local economy, enhance essential services and secure a stronger future for the community and region for years to come.
Goals
The City’s primary goals in exploring annexation are to increase local housing and job opportunities, attract new businesses and create vibrant neighborhoods. Expansion would also support infrastructure improvements, reduce commuting pressures and ensure long-term financial sustainability. Protecting regional assets like Travis Air Force Base and promoting thoughtful, community-driven development are central to this vision.
Benefits
Annexation expands Suisun City’s tax base, bringing in new property and sales tax revenue without raising taxes on current residents. It allows for smart, controlled growth while giving the City greater influence over land use decisions. With developers responsible for new infrastructure, expansion supports economic development, improved services and enhanced amenities, all without placing additional financial burden on existing taxpayers.
City Vision
Suisun City’s exploration of expansion aligns closely with several key elements of the 2035 General Plan, reinforcing the City’s long-term commitment to smart, sustainable and inclusive growth. The Land Use Element (Chapter 3) calls for well-planned development that supports a mix of residential, commercial and employment uses, goals that annexation can help fulfill by opening up new areas for thoughtful growth. The Economic Development Element (Chapter 5) emphasizes expanding the City’s tax base and creating local job opportunities, both of which are central benefits of annexation. Additionally, the Community Facilities and Services Element (Chapter 8) identifies the need for improved infrastructure and essential services, which expansion can help support through new revenues and developer-funded improvements. By aligning with these priorities, the City’s annexation efforts support the broader vision of the General Plan to create a vibrant, connected and resilient Suisun City for generations to come.
Regional Impact
Suisun City’s expansion exploration is not only a local opportunity; it is a regional strategy for shared growth. By coordinating with neighboring jurisdictions, regional agencies and economic partners, the City can help shape development that benefits broader Solano County. Expansion creates opportunities to improve regional infrastructure, attract investment and distribute growth more evenly across the county. It also lends to better land-use planning at a regional scale, helping to reduce sprawl, preserve open space and support sustainable transportation networks. Through thoughtful collaboration, Suisun City’s growth can contribute to a stronger, connected regional economy.
A critical regional priority is the long-term protection of Travis Air Force Base. As one of the county’s most significant economic drivers and a vital national defense asset, Travis Air Force Base requires careful planning around its borders. By pursuing annexation, Suisun City can take a more active role in shaping land use near the base, aligning future development with established buffer zones and regional defense priorities. This proactive approach helps ensure that growth supports both economic development and national security while reinforcing Suisun City’s role as a responsible and forward-looking regional partner.