WHAT LAYS AHEAD FOR BENICIA?

From Signature Development’s “Move Benicia Forward” Plan Details page, https://www.movebeniciaforward.com/plan_details?ref=the-benicia-bridge.ghost.io

The potential permanent closure and redevelopment of the Valero Refinery site could prove to be one of the most significant events in the future of Benicia. The 900+ acre site is being planned for redevelopment by Signature Development Group on behalf of Valero. Signature Development’s founder, Mike Ghielmetti, and his colleague, Jonathan Fearn, will explain the general aim of the redevelopment plan, the timeline and the challenges and opportunities presented. There will be time set aside for questions following the presentation.

THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 6:30 P.M.
In Person Meeting
DONA BENICIA ROOM OF THE BENICIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
The meeting will begin at 6:30 for a social half hour with the program starting at 7 p.m.
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Benicia, Democracy under attack, Donald Trump, Local vigilance, No Kings!

VIDEO: BENICIA NO KINGS DAY #3

June 15, 2026 Roger Straw

Flag Day in Benicia, Benicia Standing Strong…

Video by Dr. Constance Beutel, June 14, 2024

ABOUT 200 GATHERED ON FLAG DAY IN BENICIA, JUNE 14, TO OPPOSE AUTHORITARIAN RULE

JUNE 14—Trump’s Birthday,
The president celebrated and promoted himself
by giving Ultimate Fighting Championship
unfettered access to the White House and Lincoln Memorial
to stage a private, for-profit sports event.

JUNE 14—Flag Day
We supported the republic for which the flag stands. . .
Where power flows from the people,
Where leaders are accountable to the Constitution.

It was festive and encouraging, but we’re not done yet. The danger is real, and we’re in it for the long haul. We will lift every voice in the struggle to save our Democracy – we will continue the momentum. Benicia Standing Strong!

Democracy under attack, Donald Trump, Local vigilance, No Kings!

BENICIA NO KINGS RALLY! Sunday June 14, 12-2PM, See you there!

June 13, 2026 Roger Straw

JUNE 14—Trump’s Birthday,
The president is celebrating and promoting himself
by giving Ultimate Fighting Championship
unfettered access to the White House and Lincoln Memorial
to stage a private, for-profit sports event.

JUNE 14—Flag Day
Support the republic for which the flag stands. . .
Where power flows from the people,
Where leaders are accountable to the Constitution.

The every-Sunday protest in Benicia will gather as usual on this Sunday June 14 at noon. We will be observing it as a No Kings event, with special significance on Flag Day and in opposition to Trump’s disgusting observance of his 80th birthday. EVERYONE please come to Benicia City Park at noon. Bring a flag if you can, & also your signs, noisemakers, and goodwill. We’ll show up, stand strong, and let the world know – the US will never put up with a King! [map / directions]

Later on Sunday… gear up for the nationwide online Indivisible Watch Party at 4:30pm Sunday afternoon (pacific time)! More about the Watch Party here: https://indivisible.org/events/rise-up-sing-out-celebrate-virtual-watch-party/

Democracy under attack, Donald Trump, Local vigilance, No Kings!

NO KINGS DAY! This Sunday June 14 in Benicia, See you there!

June 9, 2026 Roger Straw

At the Gazebo, Noon – 2pm

>> IN BENICIA: June 14th NO KINGS SINCE 1776!
12-2pm at the Gazebo (First and Military Streets).

The every-Sunday protest in Benicia will gather as usual on this Sunday June 14 at noon. We will be observing it as a No Kings event, with special significance on Flag Day and in opposition to Trump’s disgusting observance of his 80th birthday. EVERYONE please come to Benicia at noon. Bring a flag if you can, and also your signs, noisemakers, and your goodwill. We’ll “parade” this block and let the world know that we will never put up with a King! [map / directions]