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Benicia’s city leaders and residents Benicia residents are worried as Valero Refinery plans to shift to importing refined gasoline post-closure in April, risking higher gas prices and safety issues due to its earthquake-prone location. Mayor Steve Young demands clarity on operations, stressing potential financial fallout from losing 17 percent of local tax revenue. Residents are urged to voice their concerns to officials.
Inside: Benicia Refinery Closure & Fines Updates, Protect Brentwood from Drilling; Help Protect Clean Air in the Bay Area; Walnut Creek Banning Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers, and California Cliamte Policy Summit 2026.
Benicia’s city leaders and residents are concerned about the Valero refinery’s closure, slated for April 2026, but city officials are optimistic about accessing $40 million from recent air quality fines to address the budget shortfall.
Join us and our friends at Climate Health Now for a vital discussion addressing refinery closures—and their bailouts–and how to plan for a just transition. Four California leaders will lead the discussion and share their insights and solutions for a sustainable future.
Valero’s proposed Benicia refinery closure by 2026 could reshape the city’s finances and future. Here’s what residents should know—and do next.
