🎙️ Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast!

On today’s episode, host Greg is joined by producers Andy and Bart for another timely conversation about Benicia, the challenges facing the community, and the decisions that will help shape the city’s future.

Their special guest is Benicia City Council member Kari Birdseye, who is currently running for re-election to the City Council in 2026.

Kari joins the Benicia Voice team to talk about her first term on the City Council, the challenges and opportunities ahead for Benicia, her vision for the city’s future, and what she hopes to help accomplish during a second term.

The conversation explores some of the major issues facing Benicia, including the city’s finances and economic future, the transition surrounding the Valero refinery, diversifying Benicia’s economy and tax base, infrastructure and street improvements, environmental protection, and how the community can grow while preserving the character that makes Benicia such a special place.

It’s another important community conversation about Benicia—where we are today, the choices ahead, and what the next four years could mean for the city.

🎧 Welcome to the Benicia Voice Podcast!

Learn more about Kari Birdseye and her 2026 re-election campaign at Vote Kari Birdseye.

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