Public Funds Tracker
Following every penny through Solano County public agencies
Our Mission
Every public dollar spent in Solano County should be trackable, transparent, and accountable to the people it serves.
What We Track
Currently Building
We're actively working to compile comprehensive financial data across Solano County's public agencies. This is a complex undertaking that requires systematic collection and verification of data from multiple sources.
Phase 1: Data Collection
Gathering budget documents, financial reports, and expenditure records from all jurisdictions
75% Complete
Phase 2: Data Standardization
Converting different formats into comparable, searchable data
50% Complete
Phase 3: Visualization Tools
Building interactive charts and search tools for public use
25% Complete
Early Insights
Even with preliminary data, we're already uncovering important patterns in how public money flows through Solano County.
Budget Transparency Varies
Some cities provide detailed, accessible budget documents while others offer minimal public information
Special Districts Add Complexity
Multiple overlapping districts create layers of taxation and spending that are difficult to track
Development Fees Vary Widely
Similar development projects face dramatically different fee structures across jurisdictions
How You Can Participate
This effort requires community involvement. Public financial transparency works best when citizens are engaged and holding their governments accountable.
Submit Documents
Have access to budget documents, financial reports, or spending records? Share them with us.
Send Documents →Attend Budget Meetings
Public budget hearings and city council meetings provide opportunities to ask questions and request information.
Find Meetings →File Public Records Requests
The California Public Records Act gives you the right to access government financial information.
Get Help →Volunteer Research
Help us collect, organize, and analyze financial data from across the county.
Volunteer →Spread Awareness
Share our work with neighbors, community groups, and local organizations who care about transparency.
Share →Ask Questions
Contact us with specific questions about public spending that you'd like us to investigate.
Ask Away →Solano County Budget Overview
Revenue and expenditure trends across the past decade.
Note: This chart uses representative stub data for demonstration purposes. Actual budget data is being compiled from multiple sources.
Cost Per Citizen
Annual per-capita spending on key public services across Solano County.
Note: These are estimated figures based on available budget documents. Actual costs may vary by jurisdiction.
| Service Category | Annual Cost per Citizen | Monthly Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
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Public Education
K-12 schools, community colleges
|
$2,340 | $195 | Largest single expense |
|
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Public Safety
Police, sheriff, courts
|
$890 | $74 | Varies by city |
|
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Fire Protection
Fire departments, emergency services
|
$420 | $35 | Mostly special districts |
|
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Health & Social Services
Public health, social services
|
$680 | $57 | County-administered |
|
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Infrastructure
Roads, bridges, public works
|
$320 | $27 | Maintenance & capital |
|
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Waste Management
Garbage, recycling, landfills
|
$180 | $15 | Often fee-based |
|
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Water Services
Water supply, treatment, distribution
|
$290 | $24 | Multiple districts |
|
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Utilities
Public power, street lighting
|
$150 | $13 | Limited public provision |
| Total Annual Cost | $5,270 | $439 | Per citizen estimate |
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