Getting Involved
Stay Informed and Make Your Voice Heard
This is collaborative community planning where Dixon residents help determine whether, how, and under what conditions this project moves forward.
Since July 2024, we’ve presented to Dixon organizations including Rotary Club, Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Business Association, Lions Club, Women’s Improvement Club, and multiple community workshops. We’ve also met with city staff, council members, and community leaders representing diverse viewpoints.
Community Input Already Received
The following is a summary of the input we have received to date. This information was also captured by the City and presented at the May 6, 2025 City Council meeting, and included Guiding Principles approved by the City (Item 12.2 on the agenda).
Agricultural Character Preservation
- Design elements inspired by Dixon’s agricultural buildings.
- Potential community programming honoring farming heritage.
- Architectural choices respecting Dixon’s rural character.
- Educational opportunities connecting residents to agricultural traditions.
Housing Options for All Life Stages
- Age-targeted housing for seniors wanting to remain in Dixon.
- Townhomes and rental options for young professionals and essential workers.
- Family-sized homes for growing Dixon families.
- Accessibility features supporting aging in place.
Infrastructure Priorities Addressing Current Problems
- Regional drainage solutions.
- Traffic improvements benefiting current residents.
- Enhanced recreational facilities for all Dixon families.
- Utility upgrades strengthening systems for everyone.
Community Design Encouraging Connection
- North-south linear park design based on strong community preference.
- Enhanced trail connectivity linking to downtown Dixon.
- Retail strategy complementing rather than competing with downtown businesses.
- Community spaces designed for potential intergenerational interaction.
Your Ongoing Influence Throughout the Process
2026
Late 2026:
Environmental Impact Report Public Comment Period
- 45-day minimum comment period on all technical studies.
- Community workshops explaining study findings.
- Written comment opportunities on all aspects of project impacts.
2027
Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) Hearings During Annexation Review
- County-level review with additional public participation opportunities.
- Regional impact assessment.
- Final decision on project annexation to Dixon.
Spring 2027:
Planning Commission Public Hearings
- Regional drainage solutions.
- Traffic improvements benefiting current residents.
- Enhanced recreational facilities for all Dixon families.
- Utility upgrades strengthening systems for everyone.
City Council Public Hearings
- Final community input before City decision.
- Public testimony on development agreement terms.
- Community-suggested project conditions.
2028
Stay tuned.
Current Study Status:
- Traffic impact analysis: Underway with initial results available late 2026.
- Environmental impact assessment: In progress with public review late 2026.
- Infrastructure capacity studies: Ongoing with preliminary results informing current planning and provided to City throughout the process.
- Economic impact analysis: Being conducted by independent consultants and supplied to City throughout the review process.
We recognize that community members have concerns about overall development scale and long-term impacts on Dixon’s character. We’re committed to continued dialogue throughout the review process to address these concerns and refine project plans based on community input and completed technical studies.
Clear Steps, Open Process, Community Control
Transparency builds trust. Our commitment to community engagement continues throughout the entire review and approval process, with multiple opportunities for Dixon residents to participate at every stage. Visit the City’s website for upcoming City Council and Planning Commission meetings.