About Solano Strategic Growth
Who We Are
Why We Exist
Why We Exist
A local, business-led civic coalition supporting practical leadership & policies that promote vibrant, safe, and healthy communities; educational excellence; workforce readiness; regional competitiveness; economic opportunity; agricultural stewardship; infrastructure investment; housing solutions; and long-term quality of life throughout Solano County.
Why We Exist
Why We Exist
Why We Exist
Solano County is at a defining moment. Its future should be shaped by local people and local businesses with a real stake in the county — leaders who have invested here, created jobs here, served communities here, and understand what it takes to deliver practical results.
Our Focus
Why We Exist
Our Focus
Solano Strategic Growth is focused on long-term regional prosperity, public health, healthy communities, regional competitiveness, and quality of life. It is not organized around any single project, developer, employer, industry, land-use proposal, or short-term political campaign. The PAC is rooted in local leadership, local businesses,
Solano Strategic Growth is focused on long-term regional prosperity, public health, healthy communities, regional competitiveness, and quality of life. It is not organized around any single project, developer, employer, industry, land-use proposal, or short-term political campaign. The PAC is rooted in local leadership, local businesses, and practical policies that deliver tangible benefits for Solano County residents, employers, and communities.
What we Do
- Elevate practical, solutions-oriented leaders
- Support policies that improve quality of life
- Build durable business and civic engagement
- Advance Public Education on critical regional issues
- Promote healthy communities and regional competitiveness
Our Priorities
Housing
Solutions
Thoughtful planning aligned with infrastructure, schools, parks & local character.
Vibrant, Safe &
Healthy Communities
Public safety, health, neighborhood vitality, emergency preparedness & recreation.
Education &
Job Training
Strong schools, career technical education, apprenticeships & pathways to good jobs.
Agricultural
Stewardship
Protecting ag heritage while supporting agriculture as a long-term economic engine.
Economic Opportunity
& Competitiveness
Business retention, small business support, job creation & investment attraction.
Infrastructure
Investment
Transportation, utilities, broadband, water & public facilities.
Meet the Team
Dawn LaBar | President & Chief Executive Officer
Dawn LaBar is a seasoned public policy strategist, campaign leader, and community advocate with a career dedicated to strengthening communities and advancing the economic and civic vitality of Solano County and the greater region. Her experience spans public service, political and issue-based campaigns, policy development, community engagement, and strategic advocacy. During her career, Dawn served with both the California State Legislature and the City of Fairfield, where she became known as a problem solver willing to take on complex community challenges and turn them into actionable solutions. Her work included developing impactful and recognized programs and public policy serving some of Solano County’s most vulnerable populations, including people experiencing homelessness, incarcerated and justice-involved individuals, at-risk youth, and people with disabilities. That experience has given Dawn a unique understanding of how government, policy, funding, business, elected leadership, and community priorities intersect—and how strong partnerships can transform ideas into lasting results.
As President and Chief Executive Officer of Solano Strategic Growth, Dawn brings that experience to a forward-looking organization focused on the decisions and opportunities that will shape Solano County for generations to come. Her leadership centers on housing, economic development, agriculture and agritourism, infrastructure, public policy, elections, and strategic initiatives that strengthen the region’s long-term prosperity and quality of life. Dawn believes lasting progress requires more than winning campaigns; it requires vision, thoughtful policy, strategic partnerships, effective advocacy, and the courage to tackle difficult issues. Through Solano Strategic Growth, she is bringing together decades of experience in public service, campaigns, policy, and community leadership to build coalitions, influence public policy, advance transformative initiatives, and help shape a stronger and more prosperous future for Solano County.
Meet the Team
Debra Tavey, Vice President/Chief Strategist
Debra Tavey is an accomplished business leader, public advocate, and strategic relationship builder with decades of experience advancing economic development, business engagement, and community partnerships throughout Solano County. As the longtime President and Chief Executive Officer of the Fairfield-Suisun Chamber of Commerce, she became a respected voice for the regional business community, leading advocacy efforts and strengthening relationships between the public and private sectors. Earlier in her career, she served in leadership at The Vacaville Reporter, where she worked closely with businesses, community organizations, and civic leaders to develop effective communications and strategies that strengthened local commerce and public engagement.
As Vice President and Chief Strategist for Solano Strategic Growth, Debra brings a wealth of executive leadership, strategic communications expertise, and an extensive network of relationships built through years of service to the Solano County community. Her strengths in advocacy, coalition building, business development, and organizational leadership help clients navigate complex public issues, build meaningful partnerships, and advance initiatives that create lasting economic and community impact. She is known for her collaborative leadership style, her deep commitment to strengthening the region’s business climate, and her belief that strong partnerships are the foundation of thriving communities.
Upcoming Events
Join us for upcoming events, elections, policy discussions and more.
- 2026 Regional Elections and Endorsements
- Community Events
- Policy forums
- and More!
