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politics5 days ago•6 min saved

California Forever scales back megacity dream, shifts to Solano shipyard amid local pushback

California Forever’s billionaire-backed megacity plan for the Bay Area has been scaled back as the developers pivot to a fast-tracked Solano shipyard and maritime hub. The proposed Solano Maritime and Manufacturing Act would streamline CEQA review and permitting for the shipyard by relying on Solano County’s 2008 environmental review, but Solano County Supervisors rejected the legislation, dealing a setback to the broader megacity push and signaling local resistance as Sacramento negotiates amid political wrangling. Governor Newsom and various lawmakers have engaged with the project, while some officials, including Assemblywoman Lori Wilson, indicated they will not advance the bill; with the legislative session ending Aug. 31, the megacity’s future remains uncertain.

via New York Post|

#california-forever #ceqa #megacity

politics5 days ago•27 min saved

Solano County halts billionaire-backed shipyard push, derailing Newsom's plan

Solano County Supervisors voted 3-2 to oppose California Forever’s plan to use an 18-year-old environmental review and exempt 1,350 acres from the California Environmental Quality Act for a new shipbuilding facility, effectively killing the initiative for 2026. The decision cited concerns about rushed process and insufficient labor and tribal input, leaving the proposal to be revisited next year.

via CalMatters|

#california-forever #ceqa #gavin-newsom

local1 month ago•2 min saved

Speeding Pickup Driver Causes Fatal Head-On Crash on Highway 113

Three people died in a head-on crash on Highway 113 in Solano County after a red pickup speeding to pass crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a gray pickup; the red pickup had earlier sideswiped a big rig. The highway remains closed in both directions with no estimated reopening.

via KCRA|

#chp #head-on-crash #highway-113

real-estate1 month ago•28 min saved

Billionaire-backed California Forever reels after Saronic pulls out

California Forever, the billionaire-backed plan to transform Solano County into a vast manufacturing hub and new city, took a major hit when defense contractor Saronic Technologies pulled its $3.2 billion Port Alpha shipyard project from Solano in favor of Brownsville, Texas. The setback highlights California’s bureaucratic and political hurdles, as backers push for streamlined permitting while supporters vow to salvage the venture and attract other shipbuilders, even as critics warn the state’s business climate remains a hurdle for large developments.

via New York Post|

#bureaucracy #california-forever #manufacturing

weather2 years ago•5 min saved

"Storm aftermath: Clearing fallen trees in Sacramento County"

Heavy rain and wind in Solano County caused redwood trees to topple, with property management actively removing 25 to 30 redwoods from Grande Village for safety after two large trees uprooted and fell into buildings. Exclusive video shows a redwood falling directly into a building, but thankfully, no injuries or displacements occurred. Unfortunately, storm-related deaths were reported in Carmichael and Yuba City due to fallen trees.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#property-management #redwood-trees #safety

economy2 years ago•2 min saved

"Billionaires Unveil Detailed Plan for New Urbanist Utopia in Solano County"

In Solano County, California, a group of tech billionaires, including Michael Moritz, Reid Hoffman, and Laurene Powell Jobs, have spent $900 million on farmland to build a city of 400,000, causing upheaval among local farmers who have been approached by a company called Flannery Associates. The company's attempts to buy up farmland have sparked feuds and suspicions among the locals, who are skeptical about the idea of paving over ranches to address San Francisco's urban housing problems.

via The New York Times|

#california #city-development #economy

businessreal-estate2 years ago•3 min saved

"Proposed California City: 18,600 Acres, Billionaire Backers Seek Voter Approval"

A company backed by Silicon Valley billionaires has revealed plans for a new California city spanning about 18,600 acres, with potential for 160,000 homes and 400,000 residents. The project, spearheaded by California Forever, aims to create a walkable and sustainable community, but faces legal battles and local skepticism. The company has filed a ballot initiative for zoning changes and aims to gather support for the ambitious development.

via Business Insider|

#ballot-initiative #businessreal-estate #california-city

businessreal-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

"Proposed Development: Billionaire-Backed California City Reveals Map and Details"

A company backed by Silicon Valley billionaires has revealed plans for a new utopian green city between San Francisco and Sacramento, aiming to create a walkable community with affordable housing and jobs on rural land. The group needs approval from Solano County voters to bypass protections put in place to keep agricultural land from being turned into urban space. Critics are skeptical of the project due to concerns about its impact on the environment and infrastructure, but backers believe the location is ideal for addressing the region's housing shortage and attracting employers.

via PBS NewsHour|

#businessreal-estate #california #development

businessreal-estate2 years ago•8 min saved

"Tech Billionaires Unveil Proposed California City Development in Solano County"

Silicon Valley billionaires-backed company, California Forever, seeks approval from Solano County voters to develop a new walkable, affordable, and green city on rural land between San Francisco and Sacramento. The proposed community envisions 20,000 homes for 50,000 residents, with potential to grow to 400,000 people, contingent on creating 15,000 above-average wage jobs. Critics express concerns about infrastructure, environmental impact, and skepticism towards wealthy outsiders, while proponents highlight the need for sustainable housing and job opportunities in the region.

via KCRA Sacramento|

#affordable-housing #ballot-measure #businessreal-estate

businessreal-estate2 years ago•4 min saved

"California Forever: Billionaire-Backed City Promises 15K Jobs and $400M in Down Payment Assistance"

California Forever, a billionaire-backed city proposal in Solano County, California, is offering $400 million in "down payment assistance" for homebuyers and a guarantee of 15,000 new jobs. The project has faced major blowback from residents and lawmakers, with concerns about land acquisitions, potential displacement of locals, and environmental impact. The proposal, which includes ten guarantees, aims to address housing costs and commutes but is met with skepticism and demands for scrutiny. The project faces a national security probe and will be decided by Solano County voters in November.

via New York Post |

#billionaire-backed-city #businessreal-estate #california-forever

businessreal-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

"New California City Details Revealed by Billionaire Backers"

Billionaire-backed company California Forever plans to build a new city in Solano County, California, with initial plans for 20,000 homes and potential for 400,000 residents. The proposed initiative includes a focus on sustainability, walkability, and financial guarantees, but faces strong local opposition due to concerns about environmental impact and proximity to an Air Force base. The project is backed by prominent figures like Reid Hoffman and Laurene Powell Jobs, but also criticized by Rep. John Garamendi as unrealistic given the area's challenges with infrastructure and resources.

via The Daily Beast|

#billionaire-backed #businessreal-estate #california

businessreal-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

"Tech Billionaires Unveil Map and Details of Proposed California City Development"

Promoters of a secretive Silicon Valley-backed ballot initiative to build a new city on farmland between Sacramento and San Francisco are revealing details of their plan, which includes a new community with up to 400,000 people and a focus on creating jobs and affordable housing. The project, led by California Forever, aims to address the housing shortage in the San Francisco Bay Area and attract major employers to Solano County. However, critics question the feasibility of the plan and argue that existing cities in the area could benefit from investment instead.

via Fortune|

#ballot-initiative #businessreal-estate #california-forever

businessreal-estate2 years ago•2 min saved

"Billionaire-Backed Vision: Unveiling the Plan for a New California City"

A company backed by billionaire tech moguls has unveiled plans to build a new pedestrian-friendly city on 60,000 rural acres in Solano County, California, with a proposed population of 400,000. The project, named California Forever, faces opposition due to violating the county's growth initiative and would require voter approval. The company aims to address concerns by pledging to set aside land near Travis Air Force Base, create jobs, secure water resources, and improve state highways. If approved, construction could begin by 2026.

via POLITICO|

#billionaire-backed #businessreal-estate #california

businessreal-estate2 years ago•3 min saved

"Billionaire-Backed Utopian California City Plan Unveiled to Voters"

Promoters of a secretive Silicon Valley-backed ballot initiative are revealing details of their plan to build a new city on farmland between Sacramento and San Francisco, envisioning a community with up to 400,000 people and 15,000 jobs. The project, led by California Forever, aims to address the housing shortage in the San Francisco Bay Area and attract employers to Solano County. However, critics question the feasibility of the plan and argue that existing cities in the area could benefit from investment instead.

via The Associated Press|

#ballot-initiative #businessreal-estate #california

urban-development2 years ago•5 min saved

"Residents Rally Against 'California Forever' City Proposal in Solano County"

Residents of Solano County expressed their concerns and opposition to the proposed "California Forever" development during a tightly controlled town hall meeting. The billionaire-funded plan aims to build a new city in southeastern Solano County, but residents worry about the loss of arable land and doubt the promised job opportunities. Attendees criticized the lack of transparency and voiced concerns about the impact on Native American graves. Some residents believe that the millions spent on land acquisition would have been better invested in existing cities in Solano County, addressing issues such as homelessness and job creation.

via The San Francisco Standard|

#california-forever #community-concerns #land-acquisition