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Benicia                                    9.625%           
Dixon                                      8.375%           
Fairfield                                  8.375%           
Rio Vista                                 9.125%                       
Suisun City                             9.125%           
Vacaville                                 8.125%           
Vallejo                                     9.25%

The measure currently being explored by City leaders is a one-cent sales tax increase. This measure would require a vote of the people and a 50%+1 voter (simple majority) threshold for approval. If approved by city voters, it would add $1 to purchases of $100 or less in Fairfield.

As of January 2026, Measure P continues to provide critical funding for several homeless outreach and intervention programs in Fairfield. According to the 2025 Measure P Annual Report and city announcements, these funds support the following primary initiatives:

ACCESS Team (Change and New Beginnings - CANB) - This outreach team is contracted through June 30, 2027, to provide comprehensive engagement with individuals in encampments. They offer immediate support, resources, and direct pathways to housing stability.

Homeless Intervention Team (HIT) - A specialized unit within the Fairfield Police Department that balances proactive outreach with law enforcement. HIT builds rapport with unhoused residents to connect them with medical services, employment training, and case management.

Homeless Engagement and Response Team (HEART) - Operated by Public Works, this team focuses on the health and safety of public areas. They work alongside the HIT team to manage encampment cleanups and address biohazardous conditions while assisting individuals in finding alternatives.

Emergency Shelter Operations - Measure P funds approximately 21 city-funded emergency shelter beds through CANB and an additional five beds for pallet shelter operations through Mission Samoa. In 2025, these local outreach teams successfully funded shelter placement for 315 people.

Homeless Outreach Partnership Event (H.O.P.E.) - A recurring "one-stop shop" event providing unhoused residents with access to food, Medi-Cal services, mobile showers, and other support. The first significant event for 2026 is expected to be announced soon.

Many components of the City’s water system that help produce, transport, store, and deliver water to your tap 24 hours a day, 7 days a week are aging and in need of upgrades and repair.

In addition, no rate increases have been implemented by the City in more than four years, so it is time to re-invest in the City’s water system for current customers and future generations of Fairfield residents.

PUBLIC SAFETY: Maintaining neighborhood patrols and public safety staffing levels, crime prevention programs, traffic enforcement, increasing pedestrian safety, and emergency/disaster preparedness.

STREETS AND ROADS: The City’s current pavement condition index (“PCI”) sits at 64, which is below the statewide average of 65. The City heard from residents about the importance of maintaining our streets and roads; however, the impacts of inflation on construction costs have negatively impacted the City’s maintenance schedule and available funding, which results in deferring maintenance and repair to future budgets. The City currently spends approximately $ 9 million, however, to maintain the current PCI, the City would have to double that budget to $ 18 million. The City seeks to maintain its current PCI level and, if funding is available, improve that condition. The City actively pursues external funding, including federal and state grants, to support roadway improvements.

As a public utility, FMU can only charge customers for the true cost of providing water services. This means that rates must be assessed and adjusted accordingly to accurately reflect the costs associated with providing these essential services. FMU has historically provided strong financial management with small annual water rate adjustments to keep revenues in line with the cost of service and maintain healthy funding reserves. However, FMU has also experienced substantial increases in operating and maintenance expenses over the past four years with no corresponding rate increases to customers (the City last adjusted water rates on January 1, 2021). While in a good financial position with reserves, the City is proposing gradual water rate increases to ensure continued investment in safe, reliable water service for current and future residents. 

It is the City of Fairfield’s responsibility to provide the essential public services and facilities that maintain and protect our community’s high quality of life. City employees continue to work hard every day to provide the services that residents tell us they value most: vibrant neighborhoods; public safety; safe streets and roads; quality parks and open spaces, recreation venues, and programs; abundant arts and cultural opportunities; essential social services; and more.

Our goal is to keep pace with these service needs while also being fiscally responsible. The City’s General Fund Budget provides funding for both City services and facilities. The City’s operations and budget are fiscally sound; however, recent assessments indicate that Fairfield’s needs are

significant and growing. The City is now considering funding options to address its needs responsibly and will hold a public discussion to ensure residents have their say in important decisions.

The proposed rate adjustments are necessary to continue to:

• Operate and maintain Fairfield's water system
• Fund critical infrastructure improvements
• Cover rising costs of water, energy, materials, and labor
• Meet legal and regulatory obligations
• Maintain system reliability and debt service requirements

Our lobby is open Monday through Thursday 7:30am to 4:30pm.  Friday from 8:00am to 12:00pm.

More specifically, these rate adjustments will allow FMU to focus on the following infrastructure priorities moving forward:

• Addressing water system limitations associated with moving water where Interstate 80 crosses the water system.
• Rehabilitating and restoring existing pump stations to return them to their intended capacities.
• Replacing infrastructure that has reached the end of its useful life, including:
• Water main replacement of aging water lines to ensure uninterrupted water service
• Critical valve replacements of aging critical valves to ensure uninterrupted water service
• Proactive replacement of aging water services
• Modernizing and rehabilitating the City’s water treatment plants (Waterman and North Bay Regional), as both facilities are over thirty years old.

Yes. Fiscal accountability is legally required with the Measure P Update.

All Measure P funding will remain local in Fairfield; the State will receive no funds.

Measure P will require independent citizen oversight, mandatory financial audits, and annual reports to the community to ensure funds are spent as promised.

 · The City is operating with a budget deficit. If the sales tax measure does not pass, it would likely need to draw on reserves and eventually lay off employees to maintain fiscal stability.

 · Without new revenue, the City’s cost-cutting options include park closures, fewer police patrols, fire station brownouts, reduced community events, and cuts to street and facilities maintenance.

 · Over the past few years, the City has taken many steps to be even more fiscally responsible. The City has reduced departmental budgets by an average of 5%.

 · Measure P funds accounted for 16.6% (or $24.7 million) of the City of Fairfield's General Fund in fiscal year 2024-2025 and served as an essential revenue source.

No, If a crime took place outside of the City of Fairfield, please call the police department for that city.

If this took place on a state freeway, please call the California Highway Patrol Office nearest you.

A known suspect is when you or someone else knows the person or where to find the person who committed the crime. Having suspect information may also including knowing the license plate number of the vehicle the suspect(s) were in. If the suspect is known, the report should be made through the Police Department Dispatch Center at 707-428-7300.

You may request a copy in person at the front counter of the police department or via mail. Mail to:

Fairfield Police Department Records
1000 Webster St.
Fairfield, CA 94533

Include with your request, your name, the case number, your involvement or the involvement of the person you are representing, your address, and a daytime phone number, and a check or money order made out to the City of Fairfield.  Please call if you have any questions.

Under California Government Code § 6254, public records are generally open for inspection, but there are specific time limits and exemptions that apply. Agencies must provide a response to public record requests within 10 days of receipt, unless unusual circumstances extend this period. Certain records, such as those related to pending litigation or personnel files, may be exempt from disclosure. 

· Sales tax is not charged on groceries, prescriptions or services.

· Most groceries are exempt.

· Prescription Medicine and Medical Devices are exempt from sales tax.

· Items Paid for with EBT Cards: Sales of items purchased with an EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer) card, related to food stamps or other government assistance, are generally exempt.

If your vehicle was towed because it was abandoned or the registration is expired, release fees are $255.  If your vehicle was towed because the driver was intoxicated, unlicensed, did not have a valid driver's license, evaded the police, or any type of arrest, the release fee is $408.  Please note- the tow yard will also have additional storage fees.  Please ensure all registration fees are paid and current, you may need to bring a "one-day moving permit" from the DMV.  Please ensure you have a valid driver's license or are accompanied by someone who does have a valid driver's license.  Vehicles are ONLY released to the current registered owner.  For a smooth and quick process, please ensure you are prepared prior to arriving to the Police Department lobby. 

The registered owner must come to the police department lobby at 1000 Webster St., Monday through Thursday between the hours of 7:30am & 4:30pm OR Friday between the hours of 8:00am & 12:00pm.  Vehicles are only released to the registered owner on file according to the California Department of Motor Vehicles. You will need a valid California Driver's license, current vehicle registration information and any applicable fees to obtain the vehicle release documents.  If you do not have a valid driver's license, you must bring a government-issued photo identification and a valid driver.  Your valid driver will need to be present at both the police department and the tow yard.  Please be prepared prior to arriving to the police department.

If your vehicle was stolen and recovered by the Fairfield Police Department, you will need the above documents, fees will be waived. 

If your vehicle is on a 30-day hold and you wish to schedule a release hearing, you may come to the Police Department Lobby and complete a Hearing Impound Form, which will be reviewed by a hearing officer.

We are now offering a $10,000 hiring bonus for our Lateral and Academy Graduate Police Officer applicants!!  Our lateral applicants will also enjoy the first year of leave banks front-loaded at time of hire!

Visit our recruitment website at Joinffpd.com

A few of the issues we can address are overgrown landscaping, trash and debris, inoperable vehicles and vehicles parked on unimproved surfaces. If there is a problem property in your neighborhood,

call 707-428-7587 or Report A Violation Online

FMU is committed to robust communication and proactive engagement with customers to raise awareness about this effort and all the services provided by FMU, before, during and after the official Proposition 218 process. The key milestones are shown below:

• June 17, 2025: City Council initiated Prop 218 Process
• July 11, 2025: Proposition 218 notice mailed to customers
• Summer-Fall 2025: Communication and outreach to customers about these rate adjustments
• Nov. 4, 2025, at 6 p.m.: Public hearing on proposed rate adjustments for Council adoption
• January 1, 2026: New rates proposed to take effect

The objectives of Measure P were clear and focused on creating a positive impact on the Fairfield community. A significant portion of the funds generated through the measure was earmarked for the maintenance and improvement of local streets and roads. In addition to infrastructure improvements, Measure P included provisions for enhancing public safety.

The funding enabled the city to hire more police officers and firefighters, ensuring emergency response times remained low and residents felt secure in their neighborhoods.

Written protests may be mailed to the City Clerk at 1000 Webster Street, Fairfield, CA 94533, emailed to the City Clerk at CityClerk@fairfield.ca.gov, hand delivered to the City Clerk’s Office on the 4th floor of City Hall or hand delivered to the City Clerk in the Council Chamber at the public hearing prior to the conclusion of the public hearing. Written protests that are emailed or mailed or hand delivered to the City Clerk’s Office must be received by the City Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on November 4, 2025.

To be counted in determining the existence of a majority protest, a written protest must include all of the following:

1. Clearly stated opposition to the proposed water rates;
2. Identification of the parcel(s) for which the Written Protest is made (by assessor’s parcel number or street address);
3. Legibly printed name of the record owner or customer of record submitting the Written Protest; and
4. Original signature of the record owner or customer of record submitting the Written Protest.

In November 2012, voters in the city of Fairfield passed Measure P, which was designed to protect public safety, fix streets and roads, improve youth and senior services, and protect the quality of life in Fairfield.

All funds from Measure P stayed local – by law.

In 2016, Measure P was subsequently extended by voters for an additional 15 years to fund general city services, expiring in 2033. The measure garnered attention for its potential to enhance the quality of life for Fairfield’s residents through dedicated funding for essential services.

Measure P provides funding for streets, public safety, and homelessness, with recent 2025 updates highlighting major infrastructure work like Red Top & Clay Bank Roads, pothole repairs (3,085 filled), crosswalk upgrades (200 completed), and significant homelessness support (315 sheltered), totaling $24.7M or 16.6% of the General Fund for FY 2024-2025, as detailed in their recent annual report. Financial Impact: Measure P contributed $24.7 million (16.6%) to the city's General Fund for fiscal year 2024-2025.

For more information on the requirements for an events permit for a City facility rental or City park reservations, please visit the City of Fairfield's Parks and Recreation page for rentals and permits. 

For Street Closures or Encroachment Permits for NNO, fill out the Special Events Permit Form and include a site plan showing where the road closures are being requested. [aerial screenshot of Google Maps with markups where the street closures are needed]