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Dixon Offers Special Tax Bonds for Sale Dixon Offers Special Tax Bonds for Sale
In early April 2019, approximately $5 million of Special Tax bonds will be issued by the City of Dixon CFD No. 2015-1 (Valley Glen No. 2).
Dixon Police Officers to Receive Lifesaving Award Dixon Police Officers to Receive Lifesaving Award
On January 5, 2019, Sergeant Joe Strickland, Officer Gabe Hollingshead, and Officer Ken Warren received a call for a possible suicidal subject. The officers conducted a threat assessment and determined a credible suicidal threat had been made by a male. Officers, assisted by Solano County dispatchers, obtained cell site data for the subject and determined a possible area in Dixon he could be located.
Office of the City Clerk Announces the Following Vacancies Office of the City Clerk Announces the Following Vacancies
The Office of the City Clerk is pleased to announce that effective immediately, it will be accepting applications to fill several vacancies.
Dixon Police Arrest Second Subject in Homicide Investigation Dixon Police Arrest Second Subject in Homicide Investigation
On Wednesday, October 24, 2018, Dixon Police, with the assistance of the Solano County District Attorney's Office, obtained an arrest warrant for Lucas Davis (20) of Sacramento for violation of penal code section 245, Assault with a Deadly Weapon.
Alert Solano Emergency Notification System Alert Solano Emergency Notification System
The County of Solano, in partnership with the seven cities, including Dixon, are encouraging everyone who lives, works, plays, or travels through Solano County to register for the new Alert Solano emergency notification system.
Dixon PD Announces Implementation of Alarm Permit Program to Reduce False Alarms Dixon PD Announces Implementation of Alarm Permit Program to Reduce False Alarms
In December 2017, the Dixon City Council amended the Municipal Code to require all residences and businesses with alarm systems to register and obtain a permit.
Vacancies on City Commissions Vacancies on City Commissions
The City is currently accepting applications for vacancies on the Planning commission and Parks & Recreation Commission
Business License Renewals Include $4 Surcharge Mandated by AB 1379 Business License Renewals Include $4 Surcharge Mandated by AB 1379
Governor Brown signed this bill requiring cities to charge and collect $4 fee on each new or renewed business license beginning January 1, 2018.
Dixon Seeks Website Photos from Amateur Photographers Dixon Seeks Website Photos from Amateur Photographers
The City plans to refresh its website and we would like to include local amateur photographers who have captured digital images in the City of Dixon.
North Lincoln Street Road Closure North Lincoln Street Road Closure
Cannabis Pilot Program City of Dixon Cannabis Pilot Program City of Dixon
The City's RFQ to solicit proposals for potential cannabis business owners was released on 6/1/17. The City is NOT seeking proposals for dispensaries at this time.
Firefighter Injuries on Structure Fire Firefighter Injuries on Structure Fire
During the course of extinguishing the fire,2 Dixon firefighters were transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Both are in stable condition.
4th of July and Illegal Fireworks 4th of July and Illegal Fireworks
Dixon Police & Fire do not subscribe to a recent smartphone app announced by TNT Fireworks.
Assault with a Deadly Weapon Assault with a Deadly Weapon
On June 11th, members of Dixon P.D. were dispatched to Kaiser Hospital in Vacaville regarding a 19 year old male who received multiple stab wounds during a fight in the 100 block of Gateway Drive.
City of Dixon Cannabis Pilot Program City of Dixon Cannabis Pilot Program
On June 1st, Dixon released a Request for Qualifications to solicit proposals from potential cannabis business operators interested in operating in the City.
Vacancies on City Commissions Vacancies on City Commissions
The City is currently accepting applications for vacancies. The deadline for filing applications is Monday, June 19, 2017.
Police Chief Thompson Swearing In Police Chief Thompson Swearing In
Sexual Assault Sexual Assault
City Manager Announces Greg Lewis to Serve as Acting Fire Chief City Manager Announces Greg Lewis to Serve as Acting Fire Chief
Fire Chief McAlister Reflects on his Tenure in Dixon Fire Chief McAlister Reflects on his Tenure in Dixon
Dixon recently said goodbye to Chief McAlister who is moving on to Contra Costa County.
Police Incident on Manning Way Police Incident on Manning Way
On July 7th while conducting a probation compliance check, three subjects barricaded themselves in a bedroom. No injuries incurred & suspects taken into custody after officers on scene 3 hours.
City of Dixon Investigates Attempted Fraud City of Dixon Investigates Attempted Fraud
General Plan Survey Results Available for Review General Plan Survey Results Available for Review