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California Forever: Bold Vision for 400,000-Resident City

2/5/2026

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Jan Sramek, founder of California Forever, envisions a new city in Solano County spanning 68,000 acres and housing 400,000 residents.
Sramek says California's housing crisis will worsen, prompting a plan for a walkable community with shops, schools, and homes.
Sramek founded California Forever in 2017 after a career in finance to attract investors.
He initially doubted feasibility but decided it was worthwhile, blending profit with improving California's future.

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Story summary

Jan Sramek, founder of California Forever, envisions a new city in Solano County spanning 68,000 acres and housing 400,000 residents.
Sramek says California's housing crisis will worsen, prompting a plan for a walkable community with shops, schools, and homes.
Sramek founded California Forever in 2017 after a career in finance to attract investors.
He initially doubted feasibility but decided it was worthwhile, blending profit with improving California's future.