Published on June 11, 2025
On Tuesday, June 10, Suisun City City Council authorized a Reimbursement Agreement with California Forever, which establishes the terms under which California Forever will fund city costs related to the potential annexation and development of approximately 15,740 acres under the proposed Suisun expansion specific plan. The agreement ensures full reimbursement to the city for staff time, consultant services, legal and environmental review (CEQA), public outreach and required agency coordination. This agreement also authorizes staff to initiate the hiring of several experienced consultants that would assist with the preparation of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR), as well as work with staff on detailed planning and land use regulations, infrastructure modeling and development of a fiscal model evaluating the project. California Forever will make an initial deposit of $400,000 within 15 days of the agreement’s effective date, with the city authorized to request additional advances to maintain funding for ongoing work. Importantly, no General Fund (taxpayer dollars) will be used to support this work. In addition to reimbursing all upfront costs, California Forever will provide early public benefit payments totaling $10 million in community benefit. These will be delivered in two phases and the Development Agreement will require $3.5 million following the city’s certification of the EIR and $6.5 million within 30 days of annexation approval by LAFCO. These funds will be allocated by the city council to support critical community priorities, including public safety, infrastructure, parks, homelessness response and downtown improvements. “Over the past two months, we have engaged in collaborative conversations with California Forever surrounding a jointly-developed Reimbursement Agreement,” said Suisun City City Manager Bret Prebula. “This agreement provides a comprehensive and enforceable framework that secures both upfront financial commitments and significant post-entitlement benefits for the city, while preserving the city's authority and ensuring accountability from the developer. We are pleased to move forward with this Reimbursement Agreement as a next big step in planning and innovation for our city, as we seek to improve quality of life and services for all Suisun City residents.” Read the full Reimbursement Agreement.