reflect a deep commitment to resilience, equity, and inclusive growth. “We’ve adopted a new five-year strategic plan after months of deep community and council engagement,” says City Manager Bret Prebula. “It’s more than just words on paper—it’s a commitment to action.” The strategic plan is just one part of a broader transformation.Alongside it, Suisun City introduced a comprehensive economic development strategy and implementation plan focused on infill development, aimed at building resiliency by maximizing the city’s underutilized land. “This is the beginning of us pushing hard to do great infill development to help the resiliency of Suisun in the future,” Prebula explains. “We’re creating a roadmap that reduces reliance on external funding and builds internal strength.” LEADERSHIP THAT REFLECTS THE COMMUNITY For Mayor Alma Hernandez, Suisun’s progress is anchored in visionary leadership. As the first Latina mayor in Solano County, Mayor Hernandez leads a city council that reflects the rich diversity of the city it serves. “We formed an Economic Advisory Committee made up of regional experts—not just local business owners,” Mayor Hernandez says. “It’s designed to provide our city manager with a team of thought partners who can help fine-tune ideas before they even reach council. That way, we’re not just making policy—we’re making informed, strategic decisions.” Suisun has also invested in legislative advocacy, hiring a Sacramento-based firm to represent the city’s interests at the state level for the first time in recent history. Meanwhile, its beautification efforts have expanded with the establishment of a new illegal dumping team and an empowered, community-driven beautification committee, now tasked with launching initiatives such as a city-wide mural program. BALANCING GROWTH WITH ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY Suisun City is situated beside one of the only 3 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 07 SUISUN CITY, CA
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