Civil Municipal - Feb 2024

A WINDY LEGACY Suisun City, named after the Patwin word “Suisun,” meaning where the west wind blows, bears testament to its geographical identity. Mayor Alma Hernandez relays, “Like clockwork, practically every day at 3 pm, you feel that west wind come through. We are known for wind.” The inception of Suisun City, dating back to 1868, was fueled by a strategic location boasting a thriving port, railroad accessibility, and proximity to water - elements that continue to define its character. Centuries prior, the land was inhabited by the Suisunes of the Patwin Wintun Nation, a heritage that endures. Mayor Hernandez underscores their ongoing involvement, stating, “They continue to contribute locally, helping educate our community through our library system, specifically through Solano Land Trust, highlighting some of the area and locations of their ancestry.” With a population close to 30,000, Suisun City spans 4.4 square miles. “We’re pretty landlocked,” acknowledges Hernandez.“On one side we have the city of Fairfield and Highway 12. On the other side, we have marshland. It’s the largest contiguous Marsh 63 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 5, ISSUE 02 SUISUN CI TY, CA