Napa public meetings in 2022

Zoning Administrator

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Zoning Administrator on December 28, 2022, was cancelled. No specific agenda items were presented or discussed.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a major modification to the use permit for Domaine Carneros at 1240 Duhig Road. The request includes adjustments to staffing levels, peak season visitor counts, and marketing event frequencies. The commission will also review an exception request regarding left-turn lane requirements on Duhig Road.

• Use Permit Major Modification for Domaine Carneros Ltd (P20-00268-MOD)
• Proposed increase of 100 peak day visitors on Fridays and Saturdays
• Exception request for Napa County Road and Street Standards on Duhig Road
• Adoption of the 2023 Planning Commission meeting calendar
• Proclamations for Commissioners Joelle Gallagher and Anne Cottrell

Climate Action Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Napa County Climate Action Committee for December 16, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or action.

Housing Commission

The Commission will consider budget adjustments for household expenses, including purchases for mattresses and kitchen stoves. Staff will also present a request for proposals regarding farmworker housing assessments and discuss HVAC replacements at the Calistoga Farmworker Center.

• Budget adjustments for household expenses, including $18,200 for mattresses and kitchen stoves
• Request for Proposals for Farmworker Housing and Community Needs Assessment
• Replacement of two HVAC systems at the Calistoga Farmworker Center
• Acceptance of the fiscal year 2022 financial audit by Brown Armstrong

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider a variance application for 1131 Rutherford Road. The proposal seeks to allow a single-family home, driveway, and parking area to encroach into required setbacks. Staff recommends approving the application with conditions.

• Variance application #P22-00089-VAR for 1131 Rutherford Road
• Request to encroach approximately 39 feet 8 inches into road and front yard setbacks

Board of Supervisors

The Board is considering several budget adjustments, including the allocation of excess General Fund balances toward capital improvements and park acquisitions. Additionally, the Board will review contract renewals and resolutions to continue local emergency declarations for drought and tree mortality.

• Budget adjustment to allocate portions of the $66 million General Fund balance
• $7 million transfer to fund the future acquisition of Skyline Wilderness Park
• $265,000 agreement with Sidwell Inc. for assessor map conversion
• Application for an $833,000 Farmworker Resource Center Grant
• Continuation of local emergency declarations for drought and tree mortality

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will review comments on the draft Napa County Vineyard and Winery Water Conservation Workplan Outline. The group will also discuss progress on the Napa River Watershed Stormwater Resource Plan and receive updates on Fall 2022 groundwater levels.

• Review of revised Napa County Vineyard and Winery Water Conservation Workplan Outline
• Update on Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan Outline comment period
• Briefing on the Napa River Watershed Stormwater Resource Plan (SWRP)
• Report on Fall 2022 groundwater levels and sustainability indicators

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a major modification request for Far Niente Wine Estates LLC at 1960 St. Helena Highway. The proposal includes constructing a 15,700-square-foot barrel storage facility and a 2,000-square-foot office building. The commission will also consider adopting a Negative Declaration regarding environmental impacts.

• Use Permit Major Modification for Far Niente Wine Estates LLC
• Construction of 15,700 sq. ft. barrel storage and 2,000 sq. ft. office building
• Expansion of production, employees, and visitor capacity at Bella Union Winery
• Approval of meeting minutes from October and November 2022

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative items, including an ordinance to prohibit motorized vehicles on parts of the Napa Valley Vine Trail. The agenda also includes various county contracts and budget adjustments for workers' compensation.

• Ordinance prohibiting motorized vehicles on the Napa Valley Vine Trail between Calistoga and Yountville
• $2,548,860 agreement with Kings View Professional Services for Electronic Health Record implementation
• $551,382 budget adjustment to increase appropriations in the Workers Compensation Fund
• $15,060 agreement with Thomson Reuters for Westlaw legal research software
• $55,000 increase to WRA, Inc. agreement for FEMA grant support services

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board is reviewing several administrative and financial items. This includes requests to approve legal services and construction inspection contracts related to the Napa River Flood Protection Project. They are also considering a grant application for the Napa River Estuary Enhancement and Public Access Project.

• Legal services contract with Miller, Starr Regalia up to $200,000 for the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project
• Construction inspection services agreement with Ronald C. Critchley up to $79,000
• Grant application for the Napa River Estuary Enhancement and Public Access Project acquisition phase
• Amendment to the Bay Area Flood Protection Agencies Association (BAFPAA) MOU

Board of Supervisors

This special meeting involves several Napa County special districts and the Board of Supervisors. The agenda includes a closed session regarding a public employee appointment for County Counsel.

• Closed session regarding public employee appointment for County Counsel (22-2178)

Climate Action Committee

The committee will consider approving the Napa County Regional 2019 Community Greenhouse Gas Inventory Update Summary and a 2019-2030 forecast for submission to the Bay Area Air Quality Management District. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding next steps for a Regional Climate Action Plan and draft greenhouse gas reduction measures.

• Approval of Napa County Regional 2019 Community Greenhouse Gas Inventory Update Summary
• Approval of Napa County Regional Greenhouse Gas Inventory Forecast (2019-2030)
• Discussion of next steps for a Regional Climate Action Plan
• Discussion of draft greenhouse gas reduction measures

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing several administrative and financial actions. These include approving funding for the Homeless Housing Incentive Program and authorizing contracts for public defender services and fire department equipment.

• $3,376,386 MOU with Partnership Health Plan for homeless housing incentive funding
• $122,000 sole source award to Western Extrication Specialists for rescue tool equipment
• $77,200 contract with Rashaan Jones for Conflict Public Defender services
• $100,000 contract with St. Helena Hospital for volunteer medical services
• Adoption of the 2022 California Building Standards Code ordinance

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing regarding the Joseph Wagner/La Cana project. The item involves a request for a permit exception to conservation regulations for an accessory dwelling unit fire rebuild.

• Permit exception to conservation regulations for La Cana accessory dwelling unit fire rebuild (#P22-00285-UP)

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive legislative updates from federal and state advocates. The body will also discuss the draft 2023 State Legislative and Regulatory Platform.

• Discussion of draft 2023 State Legislative and Regulatory Platform
• Federal legislative updates
• State legislative updates

Board of Supervisors

This consolidated special meeting involves the Board of Supervisors and several special districts. The agenda includes routine administrative items and a closed session regarding a public employee appointment.

• Public employee appointment for County Counsel

Climate Action Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Climate Action Committee on November 18, 2022, was cancelled. No items were discussed or voted upon during this session.

• No items were addressed due to the cancellation of the meeting.

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a major modification to the use permit for Madrigal Family Winery at 3718 St. Helena Highway. Proposed changes include increasing daily visitor capacity and expanding annual marketing events. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Draft General Plan Safety Element Update.

• Use permit major modification for Madrigal Family Winery
• Increase in daily visitor capacity to 30 visitors per day
• Expansion of annual marketing event guest totals to 600 guests
• Presentation and feedback on the Draft General Plan Safety Element Update

Housing Commission

The Commission will consider a resolution to continue holding virtual meetings and review a donation report for the Housing Authority. Staff also requested discussion of the 2023 meeting calendar and the creation of an ad hoc committee for maintenance at three county-owned farmworker centers.

• Resolution to continue holding virtual meetings in compliance with AB 361
• Donation report for Napa County Housing Authority for the quarter ending September 30, 2022
• Occupancy report from California Human Development Corporation
• Request to establish an ad hoc committee for maintenance at three county-owned farmworker centers

Airport Land Use Commission

The Commission will consider a consistency determination for the proposed Napa County General Plan Safety Element update. This update establishes safety plans and policies for the Napa County Airport and Angwin Airport/Parrett Field areas. The proposal does not change land use or development potential within these areas.

• Consistency determination for the General Plan Safety Element update
• Oral update on the status of the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) update
• Approval of minutes from the August 3, 2022 meeting

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will discuss draft 2023 federal and state legislative and regulatory platforms. Members will also consider Assembly Bill 759. The agenda includes approving past meeting minutes and the 2023 regular meeting calendar.

• Draft 2023 Federal Legislative and Regulatory Platform
• Draft 2023 State Legislative and Regulatory Platform
• Assembly Bill 759
• Approval of June, August, and September 2022 meeting minutes
• Adoption of the 2023 regular meeting calendar

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will review comments on the Interconnected Surface Water and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems Workplan Outline. The meeting includes briefings on evapotranspiration measurements, demand management options, and surface water rights in the Napa Valley Subbasin.

• Review of Interconnected Surface Water (ISW) and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems (GDEs) Workplan Outline
• Briefing on evapotranspiration (ET) measurements in the Napa Valley Subbasin and Napa River Watershed
• Briefing on demand management options and considerations
• Briefing on surface water rights and potential groundwater recharge effects on vineyards
• Update on the Vineyard and Winery Water Conservation Workplan Outline comment period

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing several significant financial agreements and administrative updates. Key items include allocating American Rescue Plan Act funds for water systems and managing state grants for technology improvements. The meeting also addresses local emergency declarations regarding drought and tree mortality.

• $1,753,858 grant for Lake Berryessa Water Tank No. 3 Replacement Project
• Agreement to manage up to $30,000,000 in state funds for assessor technology improvements
• $1,000,000 ARPA payment to Napa Sanitation District for pump station design
• $1,500,000 ARPA payment to City of American Canyon for recycled water expansion
• Contract amendment for jail healthcare services adding $69,688 in monthly costs

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering an ordinance to limit new residential development and accessory structures in the Agricultural Preserve Zoning District to one contiguous acre. The proposal also includes provisions for administrative exceptions and rules for preexisting structures. Staff will also provide updates regarding state fire safe regulations.

• Residential Development Envelope Ordinance for Agricultural Preserve parcels
• Update on State Minimum Fire Safe Regulations, 2021

Airport Land Use Commission

The Napa County Airport Land Use Commission meeting scheduled for November 2, 2022, was cancelled. No substantive agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

Climate Action Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Climate Action Committee on October 28, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda contained only standard procedural boilerplate.

Board of Supervisors

The Board is considering a $345,634 loan to the Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District for a wastewater pond slope stabilization project. The agenda also includes a request to award a construction contract to Eakle Construction and Trucking for $314,212.

• Proposed $345,634 loan to Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District for slope stabilization
• Proposed construction contract award to Eakle Construction and Trucking for $314,212
• Approval of a promissory note payable by June 30, 2025

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator meeting scheduled for October 26, 2022, was cancelled. The agenda contained only procedural boilerplate and no specific items or public hearings were listed.

• No substantive items or public hearings were scheduled for this meeting.

Housing Commission

The commission will consider a resolution to continue holding virtual meetings in compliance with AB 361. The agenda also includes reviewing the September occupancy report and maintenance list from the California Human Development Corporation.

• Resolution to continue holding virtual meetings under AB 361
• September Occupancy Report from California Human Development Corporation
• Preliminary Maintenance List from California Human Development Corporation
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 28, 2022

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 19, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision at this time.

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing a $9 million budget adjustment to fund county-wide salary and wage increases resulting from labor agreements. The agenda also includes contract amendments for groundwater monitoring and water treatment projects in Lake Berryessa. Additionally, several service agreements for health and human services are up for approval.

• $9 million budget adjustment for county-wide salary and wage increases
• Groundwater agency agreement amendment increasing funds by $1,934,126 for well monitoring
• $175,351 construction contract award for Lake Berryessa water plant generator project
• $60,000 agreement with Napa Emergency Women’s Services for staffing at Monarch Justice Center
• $50,000 agreement with CPUC for transportation enforcement investigation services

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will review comments regarding the Interconnected Surface Water and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems Workplan. The meeting includes briefings on vineyard and winery water conservation efforts in Napa County. Members will also discuss evapotranspiration measurement technologies used in the Napa Valley Subbasin and Napa River Watershed.

• Review of comments on the ISW and GDEs Workplan Table of Contents
• Briefing on vineyard and winery water conservation workplan development
• Briefing on evapotranspiration (ET) measurements and uses in Napa Valley
• Information regarding Tule Technologies sensors and OpenET data products

Planning Commission

The commission will receive a presentation regarding the Napa Green program. Members will also consider conducting a public meeting to gather verbal input on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Napa County General Plan Housing Element Amendment.

• Presentation regarding the Napa Green program from Executive Director Anna Brittain
• Discussion of a public meeting for input on the Housing Element Amendment Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR)
• Review of updates to the Napa County General Plan Safety Element

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items. This includes a $1.6 million transfer for Medi-Cal Managed Care and a $500,000 budget increase for bridge repairs. The agenda also contains various service contracts and personnel changes within county departments.

• Transfer of approximately $1,600,000 from DHCS to fund Medi-Cal Managed Care
• $500,000 budget increase for the 2023 Annual County Bridge Repairs Project
• $175,000 agreement with CHI Napa County for Medi-Cal outreach services
• $110,670 agreement with UC Davis for Health and Human Services training
• $53,842 amendment to the Home Share Match Up Program contract

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The District will review an update on the Flood Project and several administrative items. These include a contract amendment for specialized services regarding a water settlement dispute and updates to the District's Conflict of Interest Code.

• Amendment to agreement with Somach, Simmons & Dunn at an annual cost of $30,000 for services related to the 2013 Area of Origin Settlement Agreement
• Resolution regarding fiscal year 2022-23 appropriation limits for the Oakville to Oak Knoll Maintenance, Monitoring and Restoration Project
• Proposed amendments to the District's Conflict of Interest Code
• Staff update on the Flood Project

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider applications for three "Live in the Vineyard" temporary event licenses. These music industry events are scheduled for November 2022 at Robert Mondavi Winery, Raymond Vineyards, and Calmere Estate. The meeting also includes a variance request for a single-family home construction on Headlands Drive.

• Temporary Event License #P22-00255-E (Robert Mondavi Winery)
• Temporary Event License #P22-00256-E (Raymond Vineyards)
• Temporary Event License #P22-00257-E (Calmere Estate)
• Variance application for 1037 Headlands Drive

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will discuss a $63,300 budget adjustment to purchase new laundry equipment for three Farmworker Centers. The meeting includes a presentation on grant funding for Heritage House and a discussion regarding a Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment. The commission will also review the 2022 financial statements for the Napa County Housing Authority.

• $63,300 budget adjustment to purchase laundry equipment for three Farmworker Centers
• Presentation on Joe Serna, Jr. Farmworker Housing Grant Program funding for Heritage House
• Discussion of a Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment and potential ad hoc committee
• Review of fiscal year 2022 financial statements for the Napa County Housing Authority

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several administrative and financial actions. These include approving a development agreement for Meadowood Resort and authorizing large contracts for health services. The agenda also includes fire apparatus funding and drought emergency extensions.

• Adoption of the Meadowood Resort, LLC Development Agreement ordinance
• $1,510,891 contract for an Electronic Health Record System
• $2,827,773 agreement with the CDPH WIC Division for nutrition programs
• $1,683,330 budget transfer for fire apparatus in Yountville and St. Helena
• $190,674 agreement with GHD, Inc. for a sewer tank replacement project

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will review a presentation from County staff and Ascent Environmental regarding the draft Napa County Regional 2019 Community Greenhouse Gas Inventory Update Summary. The meeting also includes a review of the draft greenhouse gas inventory forecast for 2019-2030. Additionally, the committee will consider approving minutes from the July 22, 2022 meeting.

• Presentation on draft Napa County Regional 2019 Community Greenhouse Gas Inventory Update Summary
• Presentation on draft Napa County Regional Greenhouse Gas Inventory Forecast (2019-2030)
• Approval of July 22, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 21, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented or discussed.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing administrative items, including proclamations for National Recovery Month and Suicide Prevention Month. The agenda includes approval of various county contracts and grant applications for victim services. The meeting also covers budget adjustments and tax rate resolutions.

• District Attorney grant subawards totaling $443,254 for victim advocacy and outreach
• Landscape maintenance contract with Sanchez Brothers Landscape, Inc. for up to $100,000
• Agreement with American Medical Response West for blood sample collection at $80,000 annually
• Budget adjustment of $9,800 for kitchen equipment at Farmworker Centers
• Resolution establishing Napa County tax rates for the 2022-23 fiscal year

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will hear legislative updates from federal and state advocates for Napa County. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes and a period for public comment on items not on the agenda.

• Federal legislative updates
• State legislative updates
• Approval of minutes and calendar

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will receive a briefing from the County’s technical support team regarding interconnected surface water and groundwater dependent ecosystems. The presentation includes information on monitoring sites, sustainable management criteria, and potential recharge areas of interest.

• Briefing on interconnected surface water and groundwater dependent ecosystems
• Review of representative monitoring sites and sustainable management criteria
• Discussion of potential recharge areas of interest
• Approval of August 11, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a major modification to the use permit for Hudson Vineyard Winery at 5398 Carneros/Sonoma Highway. The request involves reorganizing marketing events and reducing annual visitor numbers by six people. Additionally, the Director of Planning will present an update on the Napa County General Plan comprehensive update process.

• Use Permit Major Modification for Hudson Vineyard Winery at 5398 Carneros/Sonoma Highway
• Update on the Napa County General Plan comprehensive update process
• Approval of August 17, 2022, meeting minutes

Climate Action Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Napa County Climate Action Committee for August 26, 2022, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided upon during this session.

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator meeting scheduled for August 24, 2022, was cancelled. The document contains only procedural instructions for public participation and the official cancellation notice.

Housing Commission

The Napa County Housing Commission will discuss a recommendation for purchasing new laundry equipment at County-owned Farmworker Centers. The meeting also includes reviewing the July 2022 occupancy report from the California Human Development Corporation and considering a resolution to continue virtual meetings.

• Discussion on purchasing new laundry equipment for County-owned Farmworker Centers
• Resolution to continue holding virtual meetings in compliance with AB 361
• Review of July 2022 occupancy report from California Human Development Corporation
• Acceptance of the Napa County Housing Authority quarterly monitoring report

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several financial and administrative requests. These include a resolution for a $4,415,604 promissory note to fund delinquent secured taxes and contracts for legal investigations and radio equipment. The agenda also includes various appointments and budget transfers across county departments.

• Adoption of a $4,415,604 promissory note for delinquent secured taxes
• Contract with Oppenheimer Investigations Group, LLP for up to $150,000 per year
• Sole source award to Motorola Solutions for $302,000 for radio equipment replacement
• Contract award to G.D Nielson for $133,117 for fire station emergency generators
• Purchase of a 2022 Toyota Rav4 Hybrid for $42,000 via sole source award

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will consider a contract amendment to increase the legal fee budget by $52,260 for services related to Lake Berryessa water distribution. Additionally, the District will review resolutions to accept grant funds for the Bale Slough - Bear Creek Restoration Project.

• Amendment to increase legal fee budget by $52,260 for Lake Berryessa water services
• Grant acceptance for Bale Slough - Bear Creek Restoration Project, Group A
• Approval of July 26, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public scoping session regarding the Clover Flat Landfill Environmental Impact Report. Members will also consider a minor modification and development agreement for the Meadowood Napa Valley Rehabilitation Project. Additionally, the meeting includes an overview from the Napa Sonoma ADU Center.

• Public scoping session for Clover Flat Landfill Draft EIR
• Meadowood Napa Valley floor area increase to 192,500 sf
• Proposed 20-year development agreement for Meadowood project
• Presentation from the Napa Sonoma ADU Center

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator is reviewing applications for two temporary event licenses. These include the annual Harvest STOMP at Renteria 360 Vineyard and a Dancing Horse Competition at Rancho Uva Blanka Family Wines. Staff recommends approval for both requests.

• Temporary event license application for Harvest STOMP at 1595 Skellenger Lane
• Temporary event license application for Caballo Bailador Del Norte De California at 2140 American Canyon Rd.

Legislative Subcommittee

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Legislative Subcommittee on August 15, 2022, was cancelled. No legislative updates or discussions were held.

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will elect 2022 officers and adopt a meeting calendar. The group will also review background materials regarding the Napa Valley Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan implementation.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2022
• Adoption of the 2022 meeting calendar
• Presentation on California Brown Act and Public Meeting Laws
• Review of Napa Valley Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan background materials

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review several administrative and financial items, including appointments to local commissions and budget adjustments. Key items include a resolution to continue the drought-related local emergency and a large contract for homeless shelter operations.

• $3,532,612 contract with Abode Services, Inc. for homeless shelter and housing services
• Resolution to continue the State of Local Emergency due to drought conditions
• Authorization for Napa Valley Community College District to borrow up to $10,000,000
• $50,673 agreement with Arts Council Napa Valley
• Consolidation of municipal elections for American Canyon, Calistoga, Napa, St. Helena, and Yountville

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a major modification to the use permit for Hudson Vineyard Winery at 5398 Carneros/Sonoma Highway. The proposal involves reorganizing marketing event sizes and numbers without physical or operational changes. Staff recommends approving the modification with conditions.

• Use Permit Major Modification for Hudson Vineyard Winery
• Reorganization of permitted marketing event size and number
• Reduction of annual tours and tastings by six visitors

Airport Land Use Commission

The Commission will review and comment on a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) regarding an update to the Napa County Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP). This process includes reviewing associated environmental documentation and finalizing the schedule for the RFP.

• Review of draft RFP for ALUCP update
• Discussion of CEQA documentation
• Finalization of the RFP schedule
• Approval of May 4, 2022 meeting minutes

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive updates from federal and state legislative advocates. The body will consider discussion and possible action on several bills, including AB 2449 and AB 2234.

• Discussion regarding federal bill HR 8294 sponsored by Rep. David Price
• Possible action on state bill AB 2449 by Assembly Member Rubio
• Possible action on state bill AB 2234 by Assembly Member Rivas

Board of Supervisors

This special meeting involves the Napa County Board of Supervisors and several special districts. The agenda includes routine administrative items, department reports, and scheduled closed sessions. Specific discussions are set regarding anticipated litigation and labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021.

• Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation
• Public employee discipline/dismissal/release
• Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021 - NAPE

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider a request from Sterling Vineyards Winery to rebuild a gondola following the 2020 Glass Fire. The proposal includes two guide towers reaching up to 88 feet, which exceeds the 50-foot height limit. The application also seeks an exception for loading stations on slopes greater than 30%.

• Variance for gondola guide towers (58 and 88 feet tall) at 1111 W. Dunaweal Lane
• Exception to Conservation Regulations for loading stations on slopes over 30%
• Consideration of a Categorical Exemption from CEQA provisions

Housing Commission

The Napa County Housing Commission will review donation reports for the Housing Authority and discuss changing internal audit reporting frequency from quarterly to semi-annual. The Commission will also receive a presentation regarding water systems at County-owned farmworker centers.

• FY 2021-2022 donation report for the Housing Authority
• Resolution to continue virtual meetings per AB 361
• CHDC June 2022 occupancy report
• Discussion on changing internal audit frequency from quarterly to semi-annual
• Presentation on water systems at County-owned farmworker centers

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing grant agreements totaling $3,996,388 from the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement to fund various community programs. These include initiatives for food security, mental health, and eviction prevention. The meeting also includes discussions regarding Berryessa Point concession development.

• Approval of $3,996,388 in grant awards for community services
• Exclusive negotiation agreement with LB SMI, LLC for Berryessa Point concessions
• $79,000 contract for security services near South Napa Shelter
• Renewal of CDFA revenue agreement for $2,791
• Financial advisory services agreement with Hyas Group LLC

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The District will consider authorizing various actions for the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project. Additionally, the Board will review bid results and contract recommendations for the 2022 Dredging Offhaul and Disposal Project.

• Authorization of agreements and appraisals for the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project
• Review of bid proposals and contract award recommendation for the 2022 Dredging Offhaul and Disposal Project
• Approval of minutes from the June 21, 2022 meeting

Climate Action Committee

The committee will discuss authorizing an agreement with Community Climate Solutions to fund a website for the 2022/2023 fiscal year. Members will also receive a presentation from PG&E regarding electric reliability and an update on the Countywide Greenhouse Gas Inventory.

• Authorization to negotiate an agreement with Community Climate Solutions for website funding
• PG&E presentation on electric reliability and the grid of the future
• Update on the Countywide Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory
• Approval of June 24, 2022, meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

This special meeting involves several Napa County special districts and covers routine administrative actions, public hearings, and department reports. The provided agenda lists meeting categories but does not detail specific individual items or contracts.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding City of Long Beach et al. v. Monsanto Company et al.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a major modification to the use permit for Jericho Canyon Vineyard at 3320 Old Lawley Toll Road. The proposal includes expanding the winery cave, converting an agricultural barn into a hospitality building, and increasing production levels. The commission will also review exceptions regarding conservation regulations and road standards.

• Use permit major modification for Jericho Canyon Vineyard
• Exception to Conservation Regulations near Jericho Creek
• Exception to Road and Street Standards for driveway improvements
• Conversion of agricultural barn to hospitality building

Legislative Subcommittee

The Napa County Legislative Subcommittee will review legislative updates from federal and state advocates. The subcommittee will consider directing staff to submit letters opposing state bills AB 2201 and SB 1186. Additionally, the committee will review minutes from April and May 2022 meetings.

• Direction regarding a letter opposing AB 2201 (Bennet)
• Direction regarding a letter opposing SB 1186 (Wiener)
• Approval of April 15, 2022 and May 9, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The provided agenda consists primarily of procedural information and meeting categories. Specific details regarding individual administrative or consent items are not included in this document.

• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation (Case 22-1429)

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing Grand Jury reports regarding homelessness, adult probation, and juvenile hall governance. The agenda also includes grant recommendations for arts organizations and budget transfers for school district backfill payments.

• $191,100 in Arts and Culture Advisory Committee grant awards
• Acceptance of Grand Jury reports on homelessness and juvenile hall
• $959,998 budget transfer for Napa Successor Agency backfill payments
• Renewal of agricultural revenue agreements with the California Department of Food and Agriculture
• Agreement with Ralph Andersen & Associates regarding fire company compensation data

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss the contents of the Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element Update. This includes reviewing housing goals, policies, programs, and housing sites analysis. The commission will also receive public and agency comments on these sections.

• Review of Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (Sections 3 and 9)
• Approval of June 1, 2022, meeting minutes

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive legislative updates regarding federal and state issues. The County Executive Officer and Sheriff have requested discussion on AB 1608 and possible action to direct staff to submit a letter of opposition.

• Possible action on AB 1608 (Gipson) to direct staff to submit a letter of opposition
• Federal legislative updates from advocates
• State legislative updates from advocates

Climate Action Committee

The committee will consider approving a Staff Working Group to develop a work plan for a Regional Climate Action Plan. Additionally, staff will provide an update on the Countywide Greenhouse Gas Inventory and present information regarding the Napa County Climate Challenge website.

• Approval of May 27, 2022, meeting minutes
• Proposal to form a Staff Working Group for a Regional Climate Action Plan work plan
• Presentation on the Napa County Climate Challenge website
• Update on the Countywide Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator meeting scheduled for June 22, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were reviewed or addressed during this session.

• No items were presented due to the meeting cancellation.

City Selection Committee

The Committee will elect a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson according to the rotation schedule. It will also consider appointing representatives to the ABAG Executive Board and the Marin Clean Energy Board.

• Election of a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Appointment of a Representative and Alternate to the ABAG Executive Board
• Discussion regarding an Alternate Member for the Marin Clean Energy Board
• Approval of January 4, 2022 meeting minutes

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board is holding a public hearing to review presentations and testimony regarding several proposed budgets for the 2022-23 fiscal year. These include funds for watershed projects, flood control, and water supply contracts. The Board will also consider adopting a resolution to finalize these recommended budgets.

• Adoption of FY 2022-23 recommended budgets
• Agreement with Napa County RCD for $184,150
• Amendment to O'Connell & Dempsey, LLC contract increasing total to $1,172,075
• License agreement with City of Napa for South Jefferson Property use
• Agreement with Plant Harmony for $17,250 plus $2,000 in expenses

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing several contract amendments, including a $2.7 million increase for wildfire protection plans. They are also conducting public hearings on the 2022-23 budgets for the Napa County Housing Authority and In-Home Support Services Public Authority.

• Amendment to Napa Communities Firewise Foundation agreement increasing funds by $2,761,000
• Contract award of $1,387,214 for the Calistoga Area Paving Phase I Project
• Approval of plans for Highway Safety Improvement guardrail and striping projects
• Addendum to Wellpath Management contract for $144,700 in COVID-19 screening costs
• Public hearing on the 2022-23 Napa County Housing Authority budget of $1,937,648

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The District is conducting public hearings to receive staff presentations and testimony regarding proposed Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budgets. These include funds for flood control, watershed projects, and water supply contracts. Final adoption of these budgets is scheduled for June 21, 2022.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget proposals
• Approval of plans and bids for the 2022 Dredging Offhaul and Disposal Project FC 22-01
• Flood Control Fund budget of $17,654,806
• Flood Project, Measure A budget of $16,728,554
• Oakville to Oak Knoll CFD budget of $121,010

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is opening public hearings for the Fiscal Year 2022-23 recommended budget. The session includes a budget overview and presentations of budget divisions by functional groups. The Board will also consider Supplemental Budget Report No. 1.

• Opening of Fiscal Year 2022-23 Recommended Budget Hearings
• Review of County Executive Officer's budget overview
• Consideration of Supplemental Budget Report No. 1
• Presentation of budget divisions by functional groups

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is considering various contract amendments and new agreements for county services. These items include funding for substance use disorder treatment, mental health services, and emergency vehicle technology. The meeting also includes administrative approvals and staff equity adjustments.

• $420,089 agreement with Bi-Bett Corporation for substance use disorder treatment
• $600,000 contract amendment with North Valley Behavioral Health
• $493,911 grant certification for the Victim and Witness Assistance Program
• $32,000 agreement with Tablet Command for emergency vehicle data and mapping
• Resolution approving equity adjustments for SEIU public employee units

Planning Commission

The commission will receive a presentation on updated Traffic Impact Study Guidelines and Vehicle Miles Traveled methodology. Members will also discuss the annual report regarding Napa County General Plan implementation progress. No public hearing items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation on updated Traffic Impact Study (TIS) Guidelines and VMT methodology
• Review of the annual report on Napa County General Plan implementation progress
• Approval of May 4, 2022, meeting minutes

Climate Action Committee

The committee will discuss the creation of a regional Climate Action Plan. Staff will also provide an update on the Countywide Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory. A presentation regarding CEQA thresholds for climate impacts is scheduled.

• Discussion on creating a regional Climate Action Plan
• Update on Countywide Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory
• Presentation on CEQA Thresholds of Significance for Climate Impacts
• Approval of April 22, 2022 meeting minutes

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider an application for a temporary event license at Steele Canyon Campground. The event, hosted by Davis Aquatic Masters, features open water swimming races. Approximately 400 people are expected to attend on June 4, 2022.

• Temporary event license application for Lake Berryessa Open Water Swims at Steele Canyon Campground

Housing Commission

The Commission will consider several agreements regarding the operation and maintenance of three Napa County farmworker centers. These include requests for recommendations on onsite management, water system maintenance, and fire safety inspections.

• Agreement with CHDC for farmworker center management up to $972,074 annually
• Agreement with Environmental Aqua for water system maintenance at $103,655 annually
• Agreement with HCI Systems Inc. for fire safety inspections up to $32,000 annually
• Agreement with North Bay Pressure Washing Inc. for pumping services at $23,000 annually
• Application for state technical assistance for generators at farmworker centers

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 18, 2022, was cancelled. No substantive agenda items or public hearings were conducted.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing various administrative and financial items. These include contract amendments for mental health services and loan renewals for special districts.

• Authorization for Napa Valley Unified School District to borrow up to $16,000,000
• Contract amendment for Davis Guest Home, Inc. for $2,000,000 in mental health services
• Loan renewal of $869,000 for the Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District
• Redesignation of Providence Queen of the Valley Medical Center as a Level III Trauma Center
• Proposed assessment levy for the Napa County Winegrape Pest and Disease Control District

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive updates on federal and state legislative issues. The meeting includes discussion regarding the Vehicle License Fee issue and potential action on AB 1737.

• Discussion of the Vehicle License Fee issue
• Possible action on AB 1737 (Holden)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a request for a solar array exception on land with slopes over 30% at 7870 Silverado Trail. They will also review a use permit for emergency repairs to the Meyers Water Company system at 1794 Milton Road. This includes the development of water distribution equipment and a new two-story building.

• Solar array use permit exception for land with slopes over 30% at 7870 Silverado Trail
• Emergency repairs to Meyers Water Company system including new wells and six 5,000-gallon tanks
• Proposed two-story mixed-use building at 1794 Milton Road containing a garage and residence

Airport Land Use Commission

The Airport Land Use Commission will hold a meeting featuring a closed session to hear from County Counsel regarding the potential start of litigation. Other agenda items are primarily procedural, including citizen comments and the approval of minutes from the April 6, 2022 meeting.

• Closed session discussion regarding potential initiation of litigation
• Approval of minutes from the April 6, 2022 meeting
• Public period for citizen comments and recommendations

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several budget transfers and contract renewals across various county departments. Items include funding for wastewater repairs, air filtration equipment grants, and fire services for the State Veterans Home. The meeting also includes proclamations for Bike Month and Mental Health Awareness Month.

• $984,023 revenue agreement for fire services at the State Veterans Home in Yountville
• $127,941 budget transfer for the Wastewater Pond No. 2 Slide Repair Project
• Adoption of an ordinance regarding military equipment use policy
• $216,000 estimated value for a countywide clean air facility network
• $23,130 donation for mattresses at Mondavi and River Ranch Farmworker Centers

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will hold public hearings regarding property assessments for Joint Zone Project 96-1 and Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone. Members will also discuss the timeline for land acquisitions related to the Napa Flood Control Project. Additionally, staff will provide an update on State Water Project curtailment actions affecting the North Bay Aqueduct.

• Agreement with Associated Right of Way Services, Inc. for up to $511,000
• Protest hearing for Joint Zone Project 96-1 assessments
• Public hearing for Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone assessments
• Update on State Water Project curtailment actions
• Land acquisition discussion for Napa Flood Control Project Contract 3 North

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator meeting scheduled for April 27, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented for agenda review or public hearing.

Housing Commission

The Commission will discuss funding for Heritage House through the Joe Serna, Jr. Farmworker Housing Grant Program. Members will also review the March 2022 occupancy report from California Human Development Corporation and consider a resolution to continue holding virtual meetings.

• Resolution to continue holding virtual meetings in compliance with AB 361
• March 2022 occupancy report from California Human Development Corporation
• Presentation on Joe Serna, Jr. Farmworker Housing Grant Program funding for Heritage House
• Housing Element Updates presentation

Climate Action Committee

The committee will discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2022/2023. The meeting also includes a presentation on solid waste and recycling programs and an update on the Countywide Greenhouse Gas Inventory.

• Discussion of proposed FY22/23 budget
• Presentation on Solid Waste & Recycling Programs and Potential Projects
• Update on Countywide Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory
• Approval of March 25, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 20, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented or discussed.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items, including a $1 million budget transfer for affordable housing projects. The agenda also includes establishing Juneteenth as an official county holiday and contract amendments for water services. Additionally, the Board will consider jail security maintenance agreements.

• $1,000,000 budget transfer for Heritage House and Valle Verde Project Loan
• Adoption of Juneteenth as an observed Napa County holiday
• $315,300 agreement with Status Electrical Corporation for jail security maintenance
• Amendment to the Napa County Floodplain Management Ordinance
• Contract increases for water and wastewater services in Lake Berryessa and Napa Berryessa districts

Upper Valley Waste Management Agency (UVWMA)

The Upper Valley Waste Management Agency Board of Directors will meet to discuss waste management updates and franchise activity implementation. The board will consider a resolution to continue holding meetings via teleconference due to the state of emergency. Additionally, the manager will seek direction on how to use available surplus funds.

• Approval of February 14, 2022 meeting minutes
• Resolution No. 22-03 to continue remote teleconference meetings
• Update on California Integrated Waste Management Act and SB 1383
• Discussion regarding the use of available surplus funds

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review federal and state legislative updates. Members will discuss the status of State Flood Control Subventions Program Prop 1E funds and potential action on joining a coalition to extend fund deadlines. The committee will also consider several state bills and Health and Human Services budget requests.

• Status of State Flood Control Subventions Program Prop 1E funds
• Review of state bills AB 1620, AB 1945, AB 2213, and AB 2252
• Health and Human Services State Budget requests

Legislative Subcommittee

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Legislative Subcommittee on April 11, 2022, was cancelled. No legislative updates or discussions were held.

Napa-Vallejo Waste Management Authority

The Napa-Vallejo Waste Management Authority is reviewing its draft budget for the 2022/23 fiscal year. The meeting also includes a contract amendment for environmental monitoring and an internal audit report review.

• Discussion of the draft FY 22/23 budget, including revenue projections and capital improvements
• Contract amendment with APTIM Environmental & Infrastructure LLC for monitoring up to $183,700
• Acceptance of the Internal Audit Report for the quarter ended December 31, 2021
• Resolution to continue remote teleconference meetings due to COVID-19

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 6, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented or discussed.

• No items were scheduled due to the cancellation

Airport Land Use Commission

The Commission will consider a text amendment to the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan. The proposal would allow multi-family residential development on a specific parcel within Zone D. Staff recommends adopting the resolution due to low flight hazard and noise risks at this location.

• Text amendment P22-00060 for multi-family residential use at APN 058-380-008
• Approval of February 2, 2022, meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider an ordinance regarding micro-winery use permits and modifications to the Napa County Code. The agenda also includes a grant application for fire prevention and several appointments to county boards. Additionally, the Board will review property tax refund claims and assessed value reductions.

• Ordinance amending Napa County Code regarding micro-winery use permits
• $938,285 grant application for the Napa County Fuels Reduction Chipping Program
• $64,760 agreement with AP Triton for a fire department master plan study
• Denial of property tax refund claims for AT&T, Pac Bell, Sprint, and T-Mobile
• Assessor Division reduction in assessed value for personal property ($18,302,580 and $17,127,800)

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will consider amendments to water supply agreements with the cities of Napa, American Canyon, and Calistoga. Public hearings are scheduled regarding the acceptance of engineer's reports and resolutions to levy assessments for Rutherford Reach and Joint Zone Project 96-1. The District Manager will also provide an update on the county's water supply outlook during dry conditions.

• Amendments to State Water Contract agreements with Napa, American Canyon, and Calistoga
• Assessment levy for Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone Assessment District 2008-01
• Assessment levy for Joint Zone Project 96-1 (Maintenance and Watershed Management)
• Water supply outlook update for Napa County

Legislative Subcommittee

The Napa County Legislative Subcommittee will review updates regarding federal and state legislation. The subcommittee will also consider adopting findings to continue holding meetings virtually using alternative procedures permitted by the Brown Act.

• Approval of meeting minutes from January 24, February 7, and March 7, 2022
• Adoption of findings to continue virtual meetings via alternative procedures (Item 22-684)
• Federal legislative updates and considerations
• State legislative updates and considerations

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will review an update on the Countywide Greenhouse Gas Inventory and receive a presentation from MCE Clean Energy regarding energy management for electrification. The committee is also asked to provide direction to staff on priorities for the 2022/2023 fiscal year.

• Presentation on Energy Management for Electrification from MCE Clean Energy
• Update on Countywide Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory and optional tasks
• Request for committee direction on fiscal year 2022/2023 priorities
• Approval of February 25, 2022, meeting minutes

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator meeting scheduled for March 23, 2022, was cancelled. No items were listed on the agenda for discussion or decision.

Housing Commission

The Napa County Housing Commission will discuss Fiscal Year 2022-2023 budget cost-drivers and their impact on County Service Area No. 4. The Commission will also review an internal audit report for the Napa County Housing Authority. Additionally, members will discuss remote teleconference meetings.

• Internal audit quarterly monitoring report for Napa County Housing Authority
• FY 2022-2023 budget cost-drivers and implications for CSA No. 4
• CHDC February 2022 occupancy report
• Discussion regarding remote teleconference meetings

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative, financial, and infrastructure items. These include budget transfers for special districts, legal service contract amendments, and updates to public works projects.

• Chiles Pope Valley Bridge Replacement Project: $400,160 budget transfer for engineering services
• Soscol Ferry Road/Devlin Road Roundabout Project: $293,450 increase for civil engineering and design
• County Counsel agreement amendment to increase groundwater law services to $150,000 per year
• Emergency Management Performance Grant 2021 participation for up to $153,086
• Budget transfers for Lake Berryessa and Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement Districts

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 16, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented for discussion or decision at this meeting.

Legislative Subcommittee

The Napa County Legislative Subcommittee meeting scheduled for March 14, 2022, was cancelled. The posted agenda included legislative updates and discussions regarding state and federal issues.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Proposed State contract with Kaiser Permanente for Medi-Cal managed care
• Discussion of SCR 5 (Melendez)

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will discuss the reauthorization of County Service Area No. 4 and its budget implications. The Budget Committee has requested recommendations to increase CSA No. 4 assessments and rental rates.

• Proposed $1.00 per vineyard acre or $12.00 increase for CSA No. 4 assessment
• Proposed $1.00 per night or $15.00 increase in rent
• Discussion regarding County Service Area No. 4 reauthorization and budget implications

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative actions and grant applications. Key items include declaring a local state of emergency due to drought and authorizing microbusiness relief funds. The agenda also covers renewals for various public health programs and project appropriations.

• Declaration of a State of Local Emergency due to the 2021-2022 Drought
• Application for a $173,400 Microbusiness COVID-19 Relief Grant
• Renewal of a $6,000,000 agreement for Medi-Cal Administrative Activities
• $250,000 appropriation for HHSA South Campus Child Welfare Services safety modifications
• $80,871 increase to the exotic pest detection program contract

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review federal and state legislative updates. Items include a request to continue holding virtual meetings and discussion on amendments to the 2022 State Legislative and Regulatory Platform regarding housing law. The committee will also consider AB 1001 related to CEQA and environmental justice.

• Adoption of findings to continue holding virtual meetings via Brown Act alternative procedures
• Amendment 1 to the Housing Element Law section in the 2022 State Legislative and Regulatory Platform
• Discussion on AB 1001 (Garcia) regarding CEQA and environmental justice
• Discussion on SCR 5 (Melendez)

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 2, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented or discussed due to the cancellation.

Board of Supervisors

The Board will review a five-year fiscal forecast and consider increasing the Transient Occupancy Tax allocation to the Special Projects Fund from 12.5% to 15%. The meeting includes a COVID-19 situation update from the Public Health Officer. Additionally, the Board will discuss an appeal regarding mitigation measures for the Walt Ranch Vineyards project.

• $115,213 purchase of replacement radio equipment from Motorola Solutions
• $439,920 groundwater sustainability agreement amendment
• New "No Parking - Tow Away" zones on Sunnyside Road
• Creation of new probationary bargaining units for county employees
• $30,000 reimbursement for voter outreach and education costs

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board is reviewing a contract with the California Conservation Corps for stream maintenance and restoration projects. Members will also consider a resolution supporting the Alternate Intake Project to divert water from the Sacramento River. Additionally, the board will review an audit of funds related to the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project.

• Agreement with California Conservation Corps for stream maintenance up to $253,920
• Resolution supporting the Alternate Intake Project water diversion
• Presentation of a State Controller audit regarding flood protection project funds
• Discussion on the format of District Board meetings

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items. These include a contract amendment for groundwater sustainability planning and resolutions regarding school district bonds and voter outreach funding.

• Amendment to CONCUR, Inc. agreement for $439,920 to support the Groundwater Sustainability Plan
• Resolution authorizing Calistoga Joint Unified School District to issue Series 2022 Bonds
• Agreement with Code Three Fire and Safety for up to $6,000 for fire extinguisher maintenance
• Resolution for $30,000 in voter outreach reimbursement from the California Secretary of State

Climate Action Committee

The committee will review an update on the Countywide Greenhouse Gas Inventory. The meeting also includes a presentation on electrical grid capacity and a discussion regarding potential short-term climate actions identified through a survey.

• Presentation on electrical grid capacity and future reliability
• Update on the Countywide Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory
• Discussion of prioritized short-term climate actions
• Approval of December 17, 2021 meeting minutes

Housing Commission

The Napa County Housing Commission will review the January 2022 occupancy report from the California Human Development Corporation. The Commission will also consider a resolution to continue holding meetings virtually in compliance with AB 361.

• Resolution to continue virtual meetings per AB 361
• California Human Development Corporation January 2022 Occupancy Report
• Approval of January 27, 2022 meeting minutes

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator meeting scheduled for February 23, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for review or public hearing.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public scoping session regarding the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Napa County Housing Element Update. This session is intended to gather testimony on items to be addressed in the report.

• Public scoping session for the Housing Element Update EIR

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several financial and administrative items across various county departments and special districts. Key discussions include allocating ARPA grant funds for infrastructure and adjusting budgets for housing and homeless services.

• $1,350,000 ARPA grant authorization for Lake Berryessa water and wastewater projects
• Agreement with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. for up to $875,000 for mental health services
• $900,000 budget increase for Housing and Homeless Services via ESG-CV grant funds
• $382,355 agreement with Cardno Engineering Inc. for the Campbell Creek Fish Passage Project
• Increase in compensation for Kaplan Kirsch Rockwell law firm agreement to $150,000 per year

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive legislative updates from federal and state advocates. It will also consider a request to continue holding virtual meetings without complying with certain Brown Act provisions.

• Request to continue virtual meetings without certain Brown Act provisions (Item 22-285)
• Federal legislative updates and considerations
• State legislative updates and considerations

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a proposed ordinance to establish a permit process for micro-wineries. The commission will also consider a request for a driveway exception at 5575 Lovall Valley Road.

• Zoning code amendment to establish a Micro-Winery Use Permit process
• Use Permit Exception for a residential driveway at 5575 Lovall Valley Road
• Approval of January 19, 2022, meeting minutes

Airport Land Use Commission

The Commission will consider a consistency determination for Napa County’s proposed Micro-Winery Ordinance. This ordinance would establish regulations for micro-winery operations within the Airport Influence Areas of Napa County and Angwin airports. The meeting also includes the election of 2022 officers.

• Micro-Winery Ordinance consistency determination (P22-00011-ALUC)
• Election of 2022 Airport Land Use Commission officers
• Closed session regarding potential litigation

Board of Supervisors

The Board will consider the design approval and environmental findings for the Dry Creek Road Bridge over Dry Creek Replacement Project. The agenda also includes contract awards for guardrail replacement following the 2020 Glass Fire and budget transfers related to fire-related costs.

• Contract award of $818,331 to Midstate Barrier, Inc. for the 2020 Glass Fire FHWA Guardrail Replacement Project
• Approval of design and environmental findings for the Dry Creek Road Bridge over Dry Creek Replacement Project
• Budget transfer of $150,000 to cover costs associated with the Lightning Fire Complex
• Agreement with Soluna Outreach Solutions for up to $9,950 for motor oil recycling outreach
• Application for a $52,396 Waste Tire Enforcement Grant from CalRecycle

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The District will review a presentation regarding the management of vegetation along waterways and its relation to County wildfire risk mitigation objectives. The Board is also scheduled to consider accepting the Financial Audit Report for Fiscal Year 2020-21.

• Presentation on waterway vegetation management and wildfire risk mitigation
• Acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2020-21 Financial Audit Report by Brown Armstrong, CPAs
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 20, 2021, and January 4, 2022

Climate Action Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Napa County Climate Action Committee for January 28, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Housing Commission

The commission will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also discuss the path to reauthorizing County Service Area No. 4. Additionally, the body will review a donation report for the Housing Authority.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of the 2022 meeting calendar
• Review of FY 2021-2022 donation report to Housing Authority
• Discussion on County Service Area No. 4 reauthorization
• California Human Development Corporation monthly report

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator meeting scheduled for January 26, 2022, was cancelled. No items were presented for review or public hearing due to the cancellation.

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing several administrative actions, including a resolution regarding COVID-19 emergency housing grants. The agenda also includes contract amendments for legal services and water extraction investigations. Additionally, the Board will consider various appointments to local advisory boards.

• Resolution regarding $1,800,000 in 2020 Emergency Solutions Grant-COVID 19 allocation
• Agreement with GHD, Inc. for up to $183,051 for Putah Creek water extraction investigation
• Amendment to Renne Public Law Group LLP agreement increasing compensation to $890,000
• Easement purchase from Napa Redevelopment Partners, LLC for $28,171
• Equity adjustments for certain SEIU Napa Association of Public Employees classifications

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive legislative updates from federal and state advocates. The body may also consider action on an amendment to the Housing Element Law section of the 2022 State Legislative and Regulatory Platform.

• Approval of January 10, 2022 meeting minutes
• Amendment 1 to the Housing Element Law section in the 2022 State Legislative and Regulatory Platform
• Federal legislative updates and issues
• State legislative updates and issues

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission is considering major modifications to two winery use permits. The items include production increases for Venge Vineyards in Calistoga and Far Niente Winery in Oakville. Both projects involve changes to event frequencies, visitor capacities, and facility improvements.

• Venge Vineyards: Increase annual wine production from 20,000 to 70,000 gallons
• Far Niente Winery: Increase annual wine production from 175,000 to 225,000 gallons
• Far Niente Winery: Expansion of parking from 48 to 70 spaces
• Venge Vineyards: Modification of marketing program to increase annual events to 36
• Far Niente Winery: Addition of two outdoor tasting and event areas

Airport Land Use Commission

The Airport Land Use Commission will hold a special closed session meeting. The commission plans to confer with legal counsel regarding the potential initiation of litigation. No public hearing items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding potential initiation of litigation

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial requests. These include funding for COVID-19 vaccination clinics, mental health services, and jail safety. The agenda also includes a request to adjust the budget for shelter employee salaries.

• $1,500,000 budget transfer for Shelter employee salaries and benefits via ARPA funds
• $200,000 agreement with St. Helena Hospital Foundation for vaccination clinics
• $432,908 in total funding increases for five COVID-19 outreach contracts
• $250,000 increase to Willow Glen Care Center contract for mental health services
• $79,305 grant for COVID-19 testing and safety measures in the jail

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review legislative updates from federal and state advocates. The committee will consider recommending an endorsement of the Bay Adapt Joint Platform to the Board of Supervisors. Members will also discuss adopting findings to continue holding virtual meetings under certain Brown Act exceptions.

• Endorsement of Bay Adapt Joint Platform
• Findings for continuing virtual meetings without certain Brown Act provisions
• Federal and state legislative updates

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will elect officers for several special districts and review various committee appointments. The agenda also includes a contract amendment for a vineyard conversion project and budget transfers for Berryessa Knoxville Road improvements.

• Contract amendment for KJS and Sorrento, Somerston Estate West vineyard conversion project ($30,000 increase)
• Budget transfer of $25,000 for Berryessa Knoxville Road improvements
• Election of officers for multiple boards including the Napa County Groundwater Sustainability Agency
• Reauthorization of the Napa County Winegrape Pest and Disease Control District through 2027

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will elect its 2022 officers and review minutes from previous meetings. Members will also consider engineering contracts for the Napa River Flood Protection Project and discuss membership in the North Bay Watershed Association.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2022
• Surveying services agreement with Sonoma RSA, Inc. up to $150,000
• Floodwall design agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. up to $1,182,960
• Discussion regarding North Bay Watershed Association membership

City Selection Committee

This meeting consists of procedural and administrative items for the City Selection Committee. The committee will consider approving minutes from a July 20, 2021, special meeting and accepting the 2022 meeting schedule.

• Approval of July 20, 2021, special meeting minutes
• Acceptance of the 2022 meeting schedule