Many in Benicia are skeptical… “It ain’t over yet.”The Benicia Independent, by Roger Straw, Sep 16, 2025The news came around 7pm on Monday, and the emails began flying around among those who have advocated for clean air, safe working conditions, strict monitoring and stiff fines – and for permanent closure and cleanup of Valero’s Benicia Refinery. Here’s how engaged Benicians are reacting – a sample taken from Monday night’s emails: