Fairfield Mayor Calls for United Front Among California Mayors to Address Urban Inhumanity

Fairfield, California Mayor Catherine Moy has issued a public call to action, urging fellow California mayors to unite in addressing what she described as "inhumanity on our streets." The mayor emphasized the urgent need for citizens to "recover, heal," stating unequivocally that the current state of affairs "can't continue." Her appeal, made via social media, highlights pressing urban challenges facing communities across the state.

Mayor Moy's statement underscores ongoing concerns within Fairfield and other California cities regarding homelessness, public health, and the overall quality of life for residents. The City of Fairfield has a long-standing commitment to addressing these issues, having adopted a comprehensive four-part Homeless Strategy in 2015, which was further updated in 2016 and 2017 to improve upon initial progress and support a regional approach. This strategy involves collaboration with entities like the Community Action Partnership of Solano Joint Powers Authority (CAP Solano JPA) and Housing First Solano Continuum of Care.

Recently, Mayor Moy has been vocal about the city's efforts and challenges in managing homeless services, including decisions such as the closure of a local homeless center due to structural and health concerns. "The city is concerned with health conditions in the space as well as structural issues," Moy stated, adding that the city had worked with the facility for months. She also noted concerns about individuals from outside the county utilizing Fairfield's services, which "doesn't help Fairfield."

Beyond immediate social issues, Mayor Moy has been a prominent figure in local governance, notably opposing the controversial "California Forever" project in Solano County. This proposed new city, backed by Silicon Valley billionaires, has cited motivations such as addressing "rising home prices, homelessness, congestion etc." in the Bay Area. Moy has consistently voiced skepticism about the project's feasibility and potential impact on existing communities, citing concerns over infrastructure, drought risks, and wildfire hazards.

Her call for collective action among California mayors suggests a broader recognition that these complex issues require a unified, statewide approach. Moy's appeal aims to foster greater collaboration and shared strategies to ensure the well-being and recovery of citizens in urban environments.