Fairfield’s city council narrowly approved a $23 million loan to redevelop the SureStay hotel into Vista Ridge, a 50-unit supportive housing facility for homeless individuals, including those with severe mental illness, according to CBS Sacramento. The 4-3 vote came despite concerns from residents and opposition from Mayor Catherine Moy and Vice Mayor Pam Bertani. During public comment, residents cited safety concerns and doubts about the project’s viability. Most funding will come from California’s Homekey+ program, though Bertani warned about potential future costs if state or federal funding declines, as reported by CBS News.
Meanwhile, Sacramento’s city council is considering annexing 447 acres for an industrial complex. The proposal has support from labor unions for job creation but faces concerns from residents over traffic and environmental impact. The plan has been in discussion for years and will undergo further review by the county and the Local Agency Formation Commission, according to KCRA…