Napa public meetings in 2023

Housing Commission

The commission will review the quarterly internal audit report for the Napa County Housing Authority. Members will also receive an update on the Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment and a potential bond initiative. Additionally, the commission will discuss capital improvement needs.

• Internal audit quarterly monitoring report for the quarter ended September 30, 2023
• Update on the Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment
• Discussion of a potential bond initiative with the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority
• Appointment of a commissioner to the Generation Housing Steering Committee
• Discussion regarding capital improvement needs and priority projects

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to divide approximately 93 acres west of Devlin Road into 13 new parcels. Staff recommends approving the tentative subdivision map alongside an environmental review document that outlines mitigation for potential biological resource impacts. While no specific buildings or land uses are proposed, the parcel split would establish future development envelopes in the Airport Compatibility zoning district. The commission will also approve minutes from its December 6 meeting and assign members to standing committees for 2024.

• Public hearing on Tentative Map No. P22-00093-TM for ~93.2 acres west of Devlin Road
• Review of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and environmental mitigation plan for biological resources
• Proposal to create 13 new parcels ranging from 2.20 to 12.15 acres with two new cul-de-sacs
• Approval of minutes from the December 6, 2023 meeting
• Annual committee appointments for commission members for calendar year 2024

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review various administrative actions including budget amendments, service contracts, and agency plans. Items include mental health service agreements, fire mitigation funding, and housing authority financial updates.

• Napa County Housing Authority: $8,500 budget amendment for utilities-sewer
• Napa County Housing Authority: Agreement with North Bay Pressure Washing Inc. up to $48,860
• Lake Berryessa Resort Improvement District: Agreement with GHD, Inc. up to $239,788
• County Executive Office: $300,000 agreement with GC Services Limited Partnership for collection services
• Health and Human Services Agency: Mental Health Service Act (MHSA) Three-Year Plan

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will discuss the proposed 2024 meeting calendar and provide feedback on three Groundwater Sustainability Plan Implementation Workplans for the Napa Valley Subbasin. The group will also review Water Year 2023 groundwater conditions and progress regarding the Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan.

• Feedback on three Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) Implementation Workplans
• Review of Water Year 2023 groundwater levels and monitoring site status
• Update on Groundwater Pumping Reduction (GPR) Workplan implementation
• Demonstration of a new interactive Napa County Groundwater web map application
• Presentation of the 2023 Napa Valley Grapegrowers water survey results

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a use permit for a new winery at 407 Crystal Springs Road with an annual capacity of 30,000 gallons. The meeting also includes a review of revisions to the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update.

• Use Permit #P20-00079 for Vida Valiente Winery
• 2023-2031 Housing Element Update revisions
• Adoption of the 2024 meeting calendar
• Election of 2024 Planning Commission officers

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items. These include agreements for drug diversion services, COVID-19 vaccine clinics, and broadband access improvements. The Board will also consider consolidating local elections with the March 2024 primary.

• Reserving $1,550,000 to assist Jamboree Housing Corporation with 41 permanent supportive housing units
• A revenue agreement with DHCS for up to $38,502,000 for alcohol and drug programs
• Consolidating three local special elections with the March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election
• Leasing Fire Operations offices at 951 California Boulevard for $14,500 per month
• A contract with St. Helena Hospital Foundation for $99,600 for mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinics

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will consider a resolution to amend meeting dates and times in the District Bylaws. There is also a scheduled progress update for the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project. A closed session is set for real property negotiations.

• Resolution to amend District Bylaws regarding regular meeting date and time
• Adoption of the 2024 meeting calendar
• Progress update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project
• Closed session for real property negotiations (APNs 044-220-004, 044-220-008, 044-220-024)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing various administrative and financial items across multiple county departments and special districts. The agenda includes approving construction contracts, accepting state grants, and making committee appointments.

• $436,019 construction contract for the Wastewater Disposal Sprayfields Rehabilitation Project
• $300,000 grant from the Office of Traffic Safety for intensive probation supervision
• $8,486 grant application for cellular signal boosters for Napa County Volunteer Fire apparatus
• Agreement amendment with Environmental Services Associates, Inc. increasing compensation by $36,579
• Reappointments to the Napa County Arts and Culture Advisory Committee

Climate Action Committee

The committee will consider affirming a recommendation to select Ascent Environmental for the Regional Climate Action and Adaptation Plan. Members will also discuss adopting a resolution to support a greenhouse gas emissions monitoring project in Napa County. The agenda includes approving October meeting minutes and setting the 2024 meeting calendar.

• Recommendation to select Ascent Environmental for the Regional Climate Action and Adaptation Plan
• Resolution supporting the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Monitoring in Napa County Project
• Establishment of an ad-hoc subcommittee for greenhouse gas emissions monitoring
• Approval of October 27, 2023, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding the 2024 regular meeting calendar

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review the second draft of the County’s Legislative & Regulatory Platform for 2024. Members will also consider the proposed regular meeting calendar for the 2024 calendar year.

• Review of the second draft of the County’s Legislative & Regulatory Platform for 2024
• Approval of the proposed 2024 regular meeting calendar
• Legislative updates from federal and state advocates

Zoning Administrator

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Zoning Administrator on November 22, 2023, has been cancelled. No specific agenda items or actions were listed for this session.

Climate Action Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Climate Action Committee on November 17, 2023, has been cancelled. No specific agenda items or business were scheduled for discussion.

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider use permit exceptions for a new residence and accessory dwelling unit at 3285 St. Helena Highway. Additionally, they will review a request to allow a roadway to encroach into a creek setback near Bear Creek. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the winery comparison chart used in decision-making.

• Erickson Residence: Use permit for a 2,400 square-foot residence and 1,200 square-foot ADU at 3285 St. Helena Highway
• Sentinel LLC / Inglenook Residence: Use permit exception to allow an 880-foot roadway encroachment into the Bear Creek setback
• Discussion on the utilization of the winery comparison chart in the decision-making process

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing budget amendments for water treatment and sewer projects in the Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District. They are also considering accepting donations for the Napa County Housing Authority and several local board appointments.

• $37,600 donation from Cinco de Mayo Golf Inc. to Napa County Housing Authority
• $24,351.72 sole source award to Ovivo Watercare, Inc. for aeration blowers
• $65,000 sole source award to Thomas and Associates for a sewer pump station
• Agreement with CDFA for up to $42,421 for invasive plant abatement
• Appointments to the Napa County Mental Health Board

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Napa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District will receive a monthly update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project. The Board is also scheduled to hold a closed session regarding price and term negotiations for property at 505 Lincoln Ave in Napa.

• Monthly progress update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project
• Closed session negotiation for property at 505 Lincoln Ave, Napa (APN 044-220-008-000)
• Approval of October 10, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission is considering a major modification to the use permit for Vineyard 29, LLC. The proposal includes increasing annual wine production and expanding visitor capacity. The request also involves adding parking spaces and a new driveway connection on State Highway 29.

• Use permit modification for Vineyard 29, LLC at 2929 N. St. Helena Highway
• Increase annual wine production from 48,500 to 75,000 gallons
• Addition of 26 parking spaces for a total of 36 on-site
• New driveway connection from State Highway 29 and removal of existing driveway
• Exception to Napa County Road & Street Standards for driveway width

Legislative Subcommittee

The Napa County Legislative Subcommittee will receive updates on federal and state legislation. Members will also provide feedback and recommendations regarding the first draft of the 2024 county legislative platform.

• Review of the first draft of the 2024 county legislative platform
• Federal legislative updates from federal advocates
• State legislative updates from state advocates

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will review a draft reach building code for future consideration by member jurisdictions. The meeting also includes presentations on transportation electrification and a potential greenhouse gas emissions monitoring project.

• Discussion of a draft reach building code for member jurisdictions
• Presentation on California Public Utilities Commission Transportation Electrification programs
• Presentation regarding a possible joint Greenhouse Gas Emissions Monitoring project

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider a use permit for a micro-winery at 2212 Cuttings Wharf Road. The proposal includes converting part of an existing barn to produce up to 5,000 gallons of wine annually. Staff recommends the project be found categorically exempt from CEQA.

• Use Permit #P23-00060-UP for Goel Estate micro-winery
• Establishment of a winery at 2212 Cuttings Wharf Road
• Construction of six parking stalls and an electric vehicle charging station
• Installation of wastewater storage tanks and a 75,000 gallon water storage tank

Housing Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Napa County Housing Commission for October 25, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive items were presented for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancellation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to allow the construction and operation of a new winery on a 10.17-acre parcel. The project includes converting an existing barn into a tasting room and constructing a new production building.

• New Winery Use Permit (P22-00295) for 1299 Duhig Road
• Construction of two winery buildings totaling 4,956 square-feet
• Proposed 1,500-square-foot patio for outdoor tasting
• Planned production capacity of 20,000 gallons per year
• Installation of one 5,000-gallon domestic tank and one ~42,000-gallon process tank

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items. These include airport redevelopment contracts, security service agreements, and various lease amendments.

• Security and patrol services contract with Allied Universal Security Services through June 2025
• Leasing light fleet vehicles with Enterprise FM Trust for up to $297,000
• Napa County Airport Terminal Area Redevelopment Phase One Project construction contracts totaling over $2.8 million
• Lease extension for REACH Air Medical Services at 1950 Airport Road
• Lake Berryessa resort area agreements with Steele Canyon Campground, Inc. and Spanish Flat Campground, LLC

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will review updates regarding several groundwater workplans for the Napa Valley Subbasin. This includes reports on the rollout of three workplans and an update to the Communication and Engagement Plan. Members will also receive information on the Interconnected Surface Water and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems Workplan and progress on the Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan.

• Rollout schedule for three workplans and Communication and Engagement Plan update
• Update on Interconnected Surface Water and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems Workplan
• Progress update on the Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan
• Approval of September 14, 2023, meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing various administrative actions including contract amendments, personnel reappointments, and budget adjustments. Items include public health service agreements, information technology licensing, and infrastructure project funding.

• Proclamation of October 2023 as Cybersecurity Awareness Month
• Proclamation of October 2023 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Adoption of 'Safe Firearm Storage' ordinance for Napa County Code Title 9
• $2,080,442 Microsoft Enterprise License agreement through October 2026
• $105,275 budget adjustment for Chiles Pope Valley Bridge Replacement Project

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will consider a resolution regarding the appropriation limit for the Oakville to Oak Knoll Maintenance, Monitoring and Restoration Project. Staff will also provide a monthly progress update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project.

• Resolution for CFD Oakville to Oak Knoll project appropriation limit
• Monthly update on Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project
• Approval of September 12, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 4, 2023, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided during this session.

Airport Land Use Commission

The Commission will review a request for an airport land use consistency determination regarding a new steel monopole antenna. The project involves a 60 foot tall structure located at the Napa Logistic Park Regional Service Center.

• PG&E monopole antenna consistency determination # P23-00214
• Proposed 60 foot tall, 3 foot diameter steel monopole antenna
• Project location: 500 Boone Drive, American Canyon (APN: 057-360-002-000)

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will review energy assessment program examples from other jurisdictions. The committee will also discuss providing direction for a future electric vehicle reach ordinance.

• Approval of August 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Time of Listing energy assessment programs
• Discussion on developing an electric vehicle reach ordinance

Housing Commission

The Commission will consider recommending an internal audit report for the Napa County Housing Authority. The agenda also includes a presentation on capital improvement needs at farmworker centers and an update on the Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment.

• Recommendation of the quarterly internal audit monitoring report for the Napa County Housing Authority
• CHDC monthly occupancy report
• Presentation on capital improvement needs at farmworker centers
• Update on the Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment
• Discussion regarding a potential bond initiative with the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority

Board of Supervisors

The Board is considering several consent items including legal service amendments, security contracts, and fund closures. The meeting also includes a proclamation declaring September 2023 as National Recovery Month.

• Proclamation of September 2023 as National Recovery Month
• $30,000 funding for a dual-completion monitoring well via City of St. Helena agreement
• Renewal of USDA wildlife management services agreement up to $133,761
• Amendment of legal service agreements with Paris Kincaid & Wasiewski, LLP and Hanson Bridgett
• Transfer of approximately $3,600,000 from the Courthouse Construction Fund to the State Judicial Council of California

Planning Commission

The scheduled Napa County Planning Commission meeting for September 20, 2023, was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided upon.

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will review updates to the Napa Valley Integrated Hydrologic Model. The meeting includes discussions on groundwater pumping reduction and water conservation workplans. Members will also receive a debrief from a joint meeting with the Napa County Groundwater Sustainability Agency.

• Presentation on Napa Valley Integrated Hydrologic Model updates by LSCE
• Debrief of the August 22, 2023, joint meeting with NCGSA
• Update on Groundwater Pumping Reduction and Water Conservation Workplans
• Update on stakeholder interviews for the agency's Communication and Engagement Plan

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative and financial items, including a request to apply for a $5 million grant for senior housing stability. The agenda also includes budget adjustments for property insurance premiums and upgrades to the Board Chambers audio/video system.

• Application for up to $5,000,000 in BAHFA grant funding for senior rental assistance
• Budget adjustment to address a $295,000 increase in property and other insurance premiums
• $110,000 agreement with Generation Housing for local housing system reports
• Establishment of a $60,000 capital project for Board Chambers A/V upgrades
• Approval of plans and specifications for the Wastewater Disposal Sprayfields Project

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will discuss a request from Friends of the Napa River and the City of Napa regarding an alternative trail alignment. This discussion follows comments received during the review of the 35% design submittal for the project.

• Alternative trail alignment for Floodwalls North of the Bypass Project
• Authorization to close financial books for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2023

Planning Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Planning Commission has been cancelled. No specific agenda items or projects were listed for discussion due to the cancellation.

Legislative Subcommittee

The Napa County Legislative Subcommittee will receive presentations on federal and state legislative updates. The agenda also includes a presentation regarding four grant management service agreements used by County departments.

• Presentation on four grant management service agreements
• Federal legislative update from advocates
• State legislative progress update since summer recess
• Review of 2023 California Legislature positions
• Approval of August 14, 2023, meeting minutes

Climate Action Committee

The committee will discuss developing a reach building code for future consideration by member jurisdictions. Staff also requested consideration of a recommendation to the County regarding technical memoranda on greenhouse gas inventories and carbon sequestration analysis.

• Discussion on developing a reach building code
• Review of Regional Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory memorandum
• Consideration of Carbon Stock Inventory and Carbon Sequestration Analysis
• Approval of July 28, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing various administrative and financial items across multiple county departments. These include infrastructure contracts for Lake Berryessa, fire department budget transfers, and social service agreements.

• Awarding a $1,102,500 contract to Piazza Construction for the Tank 3 Replacement and Distribution System Upgrades Project
• Authorizing a $5,466,440 promissory note for the Teeter Plan regarding delinquent secured taxes
• Approving budget transfers for fire apparatus at Deer Park and Capell Valley Stations
• Approving a contract with Expressions of Hope for $72,582 to support Child Welfare Services
• Authorizing a grant subaward from the California Office of Emergency Services for $196,906

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board is reviewing contract amendments for flood protection projects and closing the 2023 fiscal year books. This includes a progress update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project.

• $702,000 increase for land acquisitions for the Floodwalls North of the Bypass Project
• $150,000 increase for surveying services for the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project
• Closing financial books for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2023
• Progress update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Groundwater Sustainability Agency and Technical Advisory Group are holding a joint meeting to review discussion topics from January through July 2023. The groups will discuss findings and determine future investigation priorities for the Napa Valley Subbasin's groundwater sustainability plan implementation.

• Review of key discussion topics from January–July 2023 meetings
• Direction for future investigations regarding Groundwater Sustainability Plan implementation

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 16, 2023, has been cancelled. No specific agenda items were processed.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider an appeal filed by the Center for Biological Diversity concerning a vineyard erosion control application. The discussion involves the potential recertification of a Final Environmental Impact Report for approximately 20.55 acres of new vineyard development south of Angwin.

• Public hearing regarding Le Colline Vineyard erosion control plan (Application No. P14-00410-ECPA)
• Appeal by Center for Biological Diversity concerning a March 24, 2023, decision by the PBES Department

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive presentations from federal and state legislative advocates regarding current issues. The meeting also includes progress reports on the 2024 Legislative Platform and staff tracking of legislative positions.

• Approval of April 24 and June 5, 2023 meeting minutes
• Federal legislative update presentation
• State legislative update regarding California Legislature summer recess
• Progress report on the County’s 2024 Legislative Platform
• Staff presentations on federal and state legislative positions

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing several contract amendments and renewals for mental health and child welfare services. The agenda also includes ordinance updates and a budget adjustment for the Workers Compensation Fund.

• $3,482,375 contract amendment with Crestwood Behavioral Health for crisis stabilization
• $700,000 contract with Adventist Health for psychiatric hospitalization services
• Ordinance amendments regarding Napa County Appeals fees and packets
• $432,637 budget adjustment for the Workers Compensation Fund
• Rejection of all bids for the Lift Station A Sewer Collection Tank Replacement Project

Airport Land Use Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Airport Land Use Commission on August 2, 2023, was cancelled. No substantive agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

• No agenda items were scheduled due to meeting cancellation

Planning Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Planning Commission has been cancelled. No specific agenda items or projects are listed for discussion due to the cancellation.

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will review several program updates during this meeting. Presentations are scheduled regarding the Napa Climate Challenge website, the NVTA V-Commute Program, SMUD climate action goals, and Marin Clean Energy climate action programs.

• Presentation on Napa Climate Challenge website by Community Climate Solutions
• Presentation on Napa Valley Transit Authority V-Commute Program by Community Focus
• Presentation on SMUD climate action goals
• Presentation on Marin Clean Energy climate action programs
• Approval of minutes from the June 30, 2023 special meeting

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator is considering a temporary event license for the Sabor Y Ritmo Festival scheduled for September 9, 2023. The agenda also includes a request to bring an existing water storage tank into compliance with viewshed protection standards at Flying Lady Winery.

• Sabor Y Ritmo Festival temporary event application for up to 10,000 people
• Viewshed Protection Program and winery permit for a water storage tank at 3747 Langtry Road

Housing Commission

The Commission will review an internal audit monitoring report for the quarter ended March 31, 2023. Members will also receive an update on the Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment and discuss a potential bond initiative with the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority.

• Internal audit quarterly monitoring report recommendation
• Update on Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment
• Discussion regarding Bay Area Housing Finance Authority bond initiative
• Election of a Vice Chair
• CHDC occupancy report

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items across multiple county departments. These include contract amendments for fire services, mental health programs, and nutrition education, as well as personnel appointments and policy updates.

• Agreement with Emergency Construction Services, Inc. for biohazard cleaning up to $200,000
• Forgivable loan of $75,000 for CEO Ryan Alsop
• Revenue agreement with California Department of Veterans Affairs for $1,495,233 for fire services in Yountville
• District Attorney revenue agreement for $55,000 per year to fund a Paralegal position
• Application for an estimated $3,329,955 in revenue for the Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 19, 2023, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented or discussed.

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items. These include accepting Grand Jury reports on county services, approving arts and culture grants, and authorizing fire department vehicle purchases.

• Acceptance of Grand Jury reports regarding Juvenile Hall and Mental Health Crisis Services
• $302,522 in grant awards for Arts and Culture Advisory Committee organizations
• $34,000 budget adjustment for two County Fire Department patrol vehicles
• Appointment of Christine McMillan to the Community Corrections Partnership Executive Committee
• Approval of the Internal Audit Plan for fiscal year 2023-24

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The group will receive updates on several groundwater-related workplans for the Napa Valley Subbasin. This includes progress on the Groundwater Paming Reduction Workplan and development of a plan for surface water and groundwater dependent ecosystems. Members will also review sustainable yield estimates and pumping reduction actions.

• Update on Interconnected Surface Water and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems Workplan
• Review of 1973-2022 safe and sustainable yield estimates
• Summary of the basis for a 10% groundwater pumping reduction management action
• Progress update on the Groundwater Pumping Reduction (GPR) Workplan
• Approval of May 11, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission is considering a major modification to the use permit for Yountville Vineyards LLC / Piazza Del Dotto Winery. The proposal includes increasing wine production and expanding onsite facilities, such as a winery building and cave space. The commission will also consider a Negative Declaration regarding environmental impacts.

• Use Permit Major Modification for Piazza Del Dotto Winery at 7466 St. Helena Highway
• Increase wine production from 45,000 to 75,000 gallons
• Construction of a 10,500 s.f. winery building and 700 s.f. lounge
• Expansion of existing cave from 16,000 s.f. to 32,500 s.f.
• Consideration of a Negative Declaration for the project

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator is reviewing a temporary event license application for the Blue Note Jazz Festival. The proposed event would take place from July 28 to July 30, 2023, at Silverado Resort. The application includes plans for up to 12,000 people per day and various parking and shuttle arrangements.

• Blue Note Jazz Festival temporary event application (#P2023-00170)
• Proposed attendance of up to 12,000 people per day
• Amplified music scheduled from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• Event setup beginning July 17 and breakdown ending August 7, 2023

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will discuss a Letter of Support for MCE's U.S. Department of Energy Buildings Upgrade Prize applications. Staff will also present examples of reach codes from other jurisdictions to determine next steps. Additionally, the committee will discuss preparation for a Regional Climate Action Plan.

• Discussion of Letter of Support for MCE U.S. Department of Energy Buildings Upgrade Prize applications
• Review of reach code examples from other jurisdictions
• Discussion regarding preparation of a Regional Climate Action Plan
• Approval of May 26, 2023, meeting minutes

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider a minor modification for Gandona Winery involving building size changes and additions. The meeting also includes a Viewshed Protection Program application to bring an existing retaining wall and patio into compliance.

• Gandona Winery: Modification to reduce office building from 2,022 sq. ft. to 1,342 sq. ft., add a 2,849 sq. ft. cave, a 1,206 sq. ft. roof addition, and a 338 sq. ft. employee deck
• Gandona Winery: Variance request for building and cave setbacks from the private road
• Viewshed Protection Program: Application to bring an existing 9-foot 10-inch tall retaining wall and patio into conformance at 870 Meadowood Lane

Housing Commission

The Napa County Housing Commission will review a quarterly internal audit monitoring report and a monthly occupancy report from the California Human Development Corporation. The meeting also includes the election of a Vice Chair and an update regarding the Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment.

• Internal audit quarterly monitoring report for the quarter ended March 31, 2023
• Monthly Report from California Human Development Corporation (CHDC)
• Election of a Vice Chair
• Update on the Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing several contracts for the management and maintenance of County-owned Farmworker Centers. The agenda also includes budget transfers for housing assessments and infrastructure repair projects.

• $1,054,019 agreement with CHDC for management of River Ranch, Mondavi, and Calistoga centers
• $117,000 contract with Environmental Aqua for water system maintenance at Farmworker Centers
• $90,275 agreement with UpValley Family Center for a Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment
• Contract amendment for the Wastewater Pond No. 2 Slide Repair Project
• $287,031 agreement with CDFA for European Grapevine Moth detection

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board is considering the adoption of recommended budgets for Fiscal Year 2023-24 across several funds. Additionally, the meeting includes a progress update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project.

• Agreement with Wetlands Construction, Inc. for up to $150,000
• Agreement with Jerah Frye Native Habitat Restoration for up to $125,000
• Temporary Construction Easement Agreement with Round Pond Winery
• Fiscal Year 2023-24 Watershed Projects budget of $5,063,201
• Fiscal Year 2023-24 Flood Control budget of $22,585,180

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission will consider a request to modify the use permit for Rutherford Ranch Winery at 1680 Silverado Trail South. The proposal includes increasing employee and visitor numbers, adding marketing events, and installing a commercial kitchen. The commission will also review an exception to conservation regulations regarding improvements near a blue line stream.

• Use Permit Major Modification for Rutherford Ranch Winery
• Exception to the Conservation Regulations for winery improvements near a blue line stream
• Consideration and possible adoption of a Negative Declaration

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial requests. These include agreements for pipeline infrastructure in St. Helena and homeless intervention services in Napa. The agenda also includes budget adjustments for groundwater management and various service contracts.

• $1,500,000 agreement with the City of St. Helena for Rutherford Pipeline and Pump Station Improvements
• $234,000 annual contract with the City of Napa for Homeless Intervention and Encampment Resolution Services
• Transfer of an estimated $3,917,325 from Whole Person Care Pilot Program funds to a new housing support subdivision
• $1,139,350 agreement with Accela, Inc. for cloud migration and SaaS subscription
• $300,000 budget adjustment for the Napa County Groundwater Sustainability Agency

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will conduct public hearings regarding the Open Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budgets. Additionally, the Board is considering various consent items including easement agreements, service contract amendments, and a restoration project contract award.

• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budgets across multiple funds
• First and Oxbow Easement Agreement with Foxbow Development, LLC, Foxbow 1, LLC, and PT-Five Investments, L.P.
• Amendment to Hanford A.R.C. agreement increasing total to $175,000 for maintenance
• Amendment to RECON Environmental, Inc. agreement increasing total to $125,000 for maintenance
• Amendment to O'Connell & Dempsey, LLC agreement increasing maximum to $1,291,675

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is beginning a public hearing process regarding the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Recommended Budget. The session includes a budget overview, a supplemental budget report, and opportunities for public and Board comments on county priorities.

• Fiscal Year 2023-24 Recommended Budget hearings

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a minor modification for Ladera Vineyards Winery to increase visitation, employees, and marketing events. A major modification request for Piazza Del Dotto Winery is scheduled to be continued to a July 13, 2023, special meeting.

• Ladera Trail North LLC / Ladera Vineyards Winery: Minor modification at 3942 Silverado Trail to increase visitation and add two annual marketing events
• Ladera Trail North LLC / Ladera Vineyards Winery: Proposed construction of an approximately 8,800 s.f. cave and expansion of tasting room storage to 1,200 s.f.
• Piazza Del Dotto Winery: Major modification at 7466 St. Helena Highway/State Route 29 to increase production, employees, and visitors
• Piazza Del Dotto Winery: Proposed construction of an approximately 45,500 s.f. winery building and expansion of existing cave to 24,600 s.f.

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing several consent items including budget transfers, contract amendments, and ordinance updates. These include a $1,000,000 loan to the Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District and mental health service expansions.

• $1,000,000 loan to Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District
• $295,476 contract amendment with Napa County Office of Education for school mental health services
• $354,027 budget transfer for Fire Department vehicle maintenance from PG&E settlement funds
• Woodhaven Court - Sewer Lift Station Replacement Project plans and specifications
• $135,000 increase to Specialized Utility Services Program contract for water and wastewater facilities

Legislative Subcommittee

The Napa County Legislative Subcommittee will review updates on federal and state legislation. The committee may also discuss potential action to support Assemblymember Connolly's AB 998 regarding disaster recovery, preparedness, and climate action.

• Discussion of possible support for AB 998
• Federal legislative updates from advocates
• State legislative updates from advocates

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors and several special districts will meet to conduct routine business. A primary administrative item includes a request to terminate the State of Local Emergency due to drought conditions.

• Resolution to terminate the State of Local Emergency due to drought conditions
• Public employee appointment for County Executive Officer
• Conference with labor negotiators regarding the County Executive Officer

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will review fiscal year 2023/2024 priorities and a proposed budget. The committee may also consider amending bylaws regarding alternate representatives and signing a letter of support for the Napa Resource Conservation District.

• Approval of April 28, 2023 meeting minutes
• Amendment to Bylaws regarding appointment of Alternate representatives
• Direction to staff on priorities for fiscal year 2023/2024
• Letter of Support for U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service applications by Napa Resource Conservation District
• Discussion of proposed budget for fiscal year 2023/2024

Zoning Administrator

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Zoning Administrator on May 24, 2023, was cancelled. No agenda items were addressed.

Housing Commission

The commission will discuss its duties under County Ordinance Chapter 2.102 and a potential expansion of its role to advise on affordable housing issues in cities and towns within the county. Members will also receive a report on the state of the Affordable Housing Fund Investment Portfolio. Additionally, the commission will review the CHDC April 2023 occupancy report.

• Discussion regarding expanding Commission duties under County Ordinance Chapter 2.102
• Report on the state and scope of the Affordable Housing Fund Investment Portfolio
• CHDC April 2023 Occupancy Report
• Approval of April 26, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 17, 2023, was cancelled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or decision.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing various administrative and financial items across several special districts. These include requests for contract amendments, project approvals, and assessment resolutions.

• Resolution regarding assessments for County Service Area No. 4 farmworker housing centers
• Approval of plans for Lift Station A - Sewer Collection Tank Replacement Project
• Approval of plans for Tank 3 Replacement and Distribution System Upgrades Project
• Contract amendment for Specialized Utility Services Program up to $347,396
• Agreement with Telstar Instruments for Water and Wastewater Facility SCADA Upgrades up to $284,449

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors held a special closed session meeting on May 15, 2023. The agenda included a discussion regarding a public employee appointment for the position of County Executive Officer. Other listed items consisted of routine administrative and procedural matters.

• Public employee appointment for the County Executive Officer position

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will receive updates on Groundwater Sustainability Plan implementation and progress toward a five-year update due in 2027. The group will also review status reports on evapotranspiration data collection and potential water conservation actions for the Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan.

• Update on California Department of Water Resources outreach and engagement efforts
• Status update on Groundwater Sustainability Plan implementation activities
• Update on evapotranspiration data collection and analysis for quantifying water use
• Progress report on the Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan and conservation practices

Legislative Subcommittee

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Legislative Subcommittee on May 8, 2023, was cancelled. The subcommittee's next regular meeting is scheduled for June 5, 2023.

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors is convening a special closed session meeting. The agenda includes a discussion regarding the public employee appointment of a County Executive Officer.

• Public employee appointment for County Executive Officer

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review major and minor modification requests for two wineries. The items include proposals for new facilities, increased production, and expanded visitor capacities.

• Duckhorn Wine Company: Major modification to allow a 58,042 sq. ft. 'West Winery' facility and expansion of the Estate House
• Duckhorn Wine Company: Proposal to increase annual wine production from 160,000 gallons to 300,000 gallons
• Ladera Trail North LLC: Minor modification for Ladera Vineyards Winery to increase weekly visitation and employees
• Ladera Trail North LLC: Proposed construction of an 8,800 sq. ft. cave and tasting room storage expansion
• Napa Valley Transportation Authority: Presentation on the V-Commute Travel Demand Management Program

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator is reviewing two temporary event license applications for the Blue Note Summer Session at Silverado Resort & Country Club. These applications cover music concerts scheduled for May 19–21 and June 8–10, 2023. Staff recommends approving both permits with conditions.

• Temporary event license #P23-00079-E for May 19-21 (up to 1,200 people)
• Temporary event license #P23-00080-E for June 8-10 (up to 1,500 people)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative and financial items. These include a new agreement for CalWORKs child care services and an ordinance regarding speed limits. The meeting also includes the acceptance of equipment donations for the Fire Department.

• New $600,691 contract for CalWORKs Stage One child care program
• Ordinance to allow the Board to establish speed limits by resolution
• Acceptance of donated utility vehicles and trailers for the Fire Department
• $34,590 contract amendment for the Housing Navigators Program
• $41,046 agreement for LGBTQ+ youth and family services

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will hold public hearings to consider protests and adopt resolutions for annual assessments in Joint Zone Project 96-1 and Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone Assessment District 2008-1. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding reservoir capacity and drought mitigation projects.

• Public hearing for Joint Zone Project 96-1 FY 2023-2024 assessments
• Resolution to levy Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone Assessment District 2008-1 assessments
• MOU for Westside Sacramento River Regional Water Management Group participation
• Discussion on reservoir capacity and drought mitigation projects
• Update on Napa River Napa Creek Flood Protection Project

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is conducting a special meeting that includes several concurrent meetings for various special districts. The agenda includes a closed session regarding a public employee appointment for the County Executive Officer.

• Closed session: Public employee appointment for County Executive Officer

Climate Action Committee

The committee will consider amending bylaws to allow for alternate representatives from member jurisdictions. Members will also receive a presentation on regional greenhouse gas inventories and provide direction on priorities for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.

• Discussion of amending Bylaws and Joint Powers Agreement regarding alternate representatives
• Presentation from Amy Dao of the Bay Area Air Quality Management District
• Consideration of a recommendation to accept the Regional Greenhouse Gas Inventory technical memorandum
• Direction to staff on priorities for Fiscal Year 2023-2024

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will discuss amending bylaws to appoint a member from the Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation. The agenda includes reviews of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 proposed budget for County Service Area No. 4 and quarterly financial statements. Members will also consider an internal audit monitoring report.

• Proposed amendment to Napa County Code regarding commission membership
• Fiscal Year 2023-2024 proposed budget for County Service Area No. 4
• Housing Authority financial statements for the third quarter ended March 31, 2023
• Internal audit quarterly monitoring report for the quarter ended December 31, 2022
• California Human Development Corporation March 2023 occupancy report

Legislative Subcommittee

The Legislative Subcommittee will discuss support for three federal bills related to fire suppression, grants, and disaster recovery. The committee will also consider supporting State Assembly Bill 286 regarding broadband services data.

• Support for S. 479 (Fire Suppression and Response Funding Assurance Act)
• Support for S. 870 (Fire Grants and Safety Act)
• Support for H.R. 1796 (Disaster Survivors Fairness Act of 2023)
• Support for State Assembly Bill 286 regarding broadband services data

Planning Commission

The commission will review applications for a winery expansion in Yountville and a new residence on St. Helena Highway. They will also consider a recommendation to update the County's General Plan Safety Element. Additionally, the meeting includes the election of 2023 Planning Commission officers.

• Winery expansion at 7466 St. Helena Highway
• New residence and ADU construction at 3285 St. Helena Highway
• General Plan Safety Element amendment recommendation
• Election of 2023 Planning Commission officers
• Annual appointments to Standing Committees

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing various administrative and financial items across multiple county departments. These include budget adjustments, contract amendments, and project approvals for public works and fire services.

• Award of $4,984,702 contract to Goodfellow Bros. for 2023 Berryessa Improvements Project
• Agreement with Solano-Napa Small Business Development Center for $8,350 regarding Childcare Facility Loan Program
• Agreement with MGT of America Consulting, LLC for up to $51,635 for a departmental fee study
• Amendment to Miller Pacific Engineering Group compensation from $500,000 to $750,000 per fiscal year
• Approval of plans and specifications for the 2023 Dry Creek Phase II Reconstruction

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will receive an oral presentation regarding the Facilitation Support Services contract between Stantec and Napa County. Members will also receive updates on ecosystem workplans and potential water conservation actions.

• Oral presentation on the Facilitation Support Services (FSS) contract between Stantec and Napa County
• Information on the Interconnected Surface Water and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems Workplan
• Update on progress developing potential water conservation actions for the Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan

Legislative Subcommittee

The Napa County Legislative Subcommittee will discuss state legislation regarding the fentanyl and opioid crisis. Members may consider taking action to support several related bills or recommending opposition to AB 742 and AB 1485. The meeting also includes legislative updates from federal and state advocates.

• Support for Governor’s Master Plan for Tackling the Fentanyl and Opioid Crisis and related bills
• Recommendation to oppose AB 742 (Jackson)
• Recommendation to oppose AB 1485 (Haney) regarding housing element law
• Approval of February and March 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative actions, including emergency funding for road repairs following late winter storms. The agenda also includes requests for various departmental budget transfers and equipment purchases.

• $2,750,000 budget transfer for storm damage repairs to roads
• $1,500,000 for Mt. Veeder Road repairs
• $500,000 for various slide repairs
• $750,000 for public roadside debris cleanup
• $160,000 for a 2023 Dodge 5500 mechanics truck

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will review the Financial Audit Report for Fiscal Year 2021-22 and receive a progress update on the Napa River Napa Creek Flood Protection Project. Additionally, public hearings are scheduled regarding proposed assessments for the Joint Zone Project 96-1 and the Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone Assessment.

• Acceptance of the Financial Audit Report for Fiscal Year 2021-22 by Brown Armstrong, CPAs
• Napa River Napa Creek Flood Protection Project progress update
• Joint Zone Project 96-1 Assessment: Engineer's Report and Resolution of Intention to Levy for FY 2023/2024
• Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone Assessment District 2008-01: Engineer's Report and Resolution of Intention to Levy for FY 2023/2024

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting that includes simultaneous meetings for several special districts. The agenda includes a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation involving claims by Minh C. Tran.

• Closed session: Conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (Claim Nos. 21-241, 23-306)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing various administrative, financial, and departmental items. These include contract renewals, budget transfers, and property disposals across multiple county agencies.

• Purchase of two Membrane Cassettes from Kubota Membrane USA Corporation for an estimated $73,863
• Renewal of Revenue Agreement with California Department of Food & Agriculture for up to $475,751
• Budget transfer and equipment purchase for the Napa County Chipping Program totaling $6,400
• Amendment to Bi-Bett Corporation contract for withdrawal management services up to $751,289
• Amendment to Interwest Consulting Group agreement increasing compensation by $100,000

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will review several state and federal legislative items. This includes discussing a letter of support for a $240.2 million state funding request to address In Home Supportive Services underfunding. Members will also consider positions on various bills related to disaster recovery and emergency services.

• Support letter for $240.2 million State General Fund request for IHSS underfunding
• Discussion of state bills regarding wildfire grants and emergency services
• Recommendation to oppose Assembly Bill 595
• Recommendation to support Senate Bill 706
• Recommendation to support Assembly Bill 817

Climate Action Committee

The Napa County Climate Action Committee will review presentations on regional energy networks and the Napa County Climate Challenge. Members will also consider amending bylaws regarding alternate representatives and a partnership with Napa Climate Now.

• Presentation from Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN)
• Partnership request from Napa Climate Now for the 2023 Napa Climate Summit
• Proposed amendments to Bylaws and Joint Powers Agreement regarding alternate representatives
• Funding direction for the Napa County Climate Challenge

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator is considering a minor modification request for Moore Creek Park. The proposal would expand the park to include an existing 3.9 mile-long natural surface trail and construct a 1,000 foot re-route of a portion of that trail on the Land Trust of Napa County’s Okin Preserve.

• Use Permit Minor Modification (P21-00246) for Moore Creek Park expansion
• Construction of an approximately 1,000 foot re-route of an existing trail on the Okin Preserve
• Expansion to include a 3.9 mile-long natural surface trail for hiking and biking

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will review County Ordinance section 2.102.050 regarding assigned duties. The meeting also includes a presentation by the Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation and an update on the Farmworker Housing and Community Needs Assessment.

• Presentation by the Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation
• Discussion of County Ordinance section 2.102.050 regarding commission duties
• Update on the Farmworker Housing and Community Needs Assessment
• Monthly Report from California Human Development Corporation (CHDC)

Board of Supervisors

The Interim County Executive Officer has requested that the Board conduct a Goal Setting Workshop. The provided agenda does not include specific details for other items beyond standard meeting procedures and public comment.

• Request for a Goal Setting Workshop (Item 23-0276)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items across multiple county departments. These include budget adjustments for the Napa County Housing Authority, health and human services agreements, and a resolution to end local emergency declarations.

• Budget adjustment for two HVAC systems at Calistoga Farmworker Center totaling $43,200
• Resolution to terminate the state of local emergency and local health emergency due to COVID-19
• Agreement with North Valley Behavioral Health, LLC for psychiatric hospitalization services up to $1,000,000
• Agreement with A&A Health Services, LLC for residential care for adult mental health clients for $250,000
• Agreement with Kristin Lowell, Inc. for the County Service Area No. 4 Engineer’s Report up to $5,800

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The District is reviewing several infrastructure and water management items. This includes approving plans for the Bale Slough restoration project and a contract amendment with HDR Engineering, Inc. for floodwall designs. The Board will also consider a $75,000 agreement with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation.

• Approval of plans and bidding authorization for Bale Slough - Bear Creek Restoration Project
• Agreement with U.S. Bureau of Reclamation not to exceed $75,000 for Solano Project Water
• $4,289,501 increase to HDR Engineering, Inc. contract for floodwall design projects
• $3,251,461 budget adjustment for consulting services

Legislative Subcommittee

The Legislative Subcommittee will review various federal and state legislative items. Discussion includes the 2023 Farm Bill and several assembly and senate bills.

• Discussion of the 2023 Farm Bill
• Discussion of AB 99 (Connolly)
• Discussion of AB 400 (Rubio)
• Discussion of SB 706 (Caballero)
• Proposed opposition to Governor's Public Health funding cuts via the California Can’t Wait Coalition

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will review the Water Year 2022 Annual Report regarding groundwater conditions in Napa County. Members will also discuss progress on potential water conservation actions for the Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan and receive a presentation on the Stream Watch network.

• Water Year 2022 Annual Report on groundwater conditions and Groundwater Sustainability Plan implementation
• Update on potential water conservation actions for the Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan (GPR Workplan)
• Presentation on the Stream Watch network, existing data, and future planned sites in the Napa Valley River Watershed

Planning Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Napa County Planning Commission has been cancelled. The provided document contains only procedural information and instructions for public participation.

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing budget adjustments for the Groundwater Sustainability Agency and several special districts. It is also considering increases to legal service contracts and new grant management agreements. Additionally, the meeting includes personnel appointments and travel authorizations.

• Budget adjustment of $157,000 for the Groundwater Sustainability Agency
• Increase compensation for Renne Public Law Group to $450,000 for litigation services
• $30,000 budget transfer for Silverado Community Services District irrigation upgrades
• Increase compensation for Aleshire & Wynder, LLP to $200,000 per year for code enforcement
• Three grant management contracts with a maximum of $200,000 each

Legislative Subcommittee

The subcommittee will receive updates from advocates regarding state and federal legislation. Members will also discuss direction for tracking specific pieces of state and federal legislation. Additionally, the committee will consider approving minutes from several past meetings.

• Approval of meeting minutes from July 18, 2022, through January 9, 2023
• State legislative tracking discussion (23-0346)
• Federal legislative tracking discussion (23-0348)
• Legislative updates from state and federal advocates

Climate Action Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2023 calendar year. Members will also discuss the 2023 meeting calendar and receive updates on the Regional Climate Action Plan. Staff will present a proposed grant application to the Adaptation Planning Grant Program.

• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2023
• Presentation on Regional Climate Action Plan status
• Overview of Joint Powers Agreement and Bylaws
• Support for Adaptation Planning Grant Program application

Housing Commission

The commission will discuss returning to in-person meetings and appoint two members to an ad-hoc budget sub-committee. The agenda also includes reviewing the January 2023 occupancy report from the California Human Development Corporation.

• Appointment of two commissioners to an ad-hoc budget sub-committee
• Discussion regarding a return to in-person meetings
• Review of the January 2023 CHDC Occupancy Report
• Approval of minutes from the January 26, 2023 meeting

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will review a summary of framing questions from Fall 2022. Members will also receive information on managing interconnected surface water and groundwater-dependent ecosystems in the Napa Valley Subbasin. Additionally, the group will discuss potential water conservation actions for the Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan.

• Approval of summary of Fall 2022 framing questions/topics
• Information on Managing Interconnected Surface Water (ISW) and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems (GDEs)
• Review of potential water conservation actions for the Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan
• Updates to the draft Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan outline

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing several administrative and financial agreements across various county agencies. Items include funding for Medi-Cal enrollment navigation, groundwater sustainability planning, and child abuse reporting systems. The agenda also covers budget transfers for fire department equipment and housing services for disabled individuals.

• $2,242,914 agreement with CDPH for public health preparedness activities
• $84,088 agreement with SCI Consulting Group to evaluate groundwater sustainability fees
• $620,000 DHCS agreement for the Medi-Cal Health Enrollment Navigators Project
• $200,000 grant subaward for the electronic Suspected Child Abuse Report system
• $12,900 budget transfer for a new utility truck service body

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The District is considering an agreement with the Army Corps of Engineers for design work on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project. This item involves authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding prior to a formal Section 204 Project Partnership Agreement. The Board will also review minutes from December 2022 and January 2023 meetings.

• Authorization for an MOU with the Army Corps of Engineers for design work on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 6, 2022, and January 10, 2023

Airport Land Use Commission

The Commission will hold an introductory kickoff meeting for the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) update. The session includes a presentation from Mead & Hunt regarding the update process and allows for public comment. The meeting aims to identify key updates required and address areas of concern.

• Kickoff meeting for the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) update
• Presentation from Mead & Hunt regarding the ALUCP update process
• Approval of minutes from the January 11, 2023, meeting

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Erickson Residence project. The proposal includes constructing a 2,400 square-foot two-story home and a 1,200 square-foot accessory dwelling unit (ADU). The commission will also consider exceptions to conservation regulations and road standards.

• Use permit exception for Erickson Residence at 3285 St. Helena Highway
• Construction of a 2,400 square-foot two-story residence and 1,200 square-foot ADU
• Request for exceptions to Napa County Road and Street Standards
• Viewshed Application (P22-00276)
• Consideration of a Mitigated Negative Declaration regarding environmental impacts

Board of Supervisors

The Board will receive a report regarding current County facilities to provide direction for a new Facilities Master Plan. This discussion includes various sites such as the Hall of Justice and 650 Imperial Way. The meeting is a simultaneous session involving multiple special districts.

• Report on current County facilities (Item 23-0128)
• Direction to initiate a Facilities Master Plan planning process
• Review of various locations including 650 Imperial Way and 1127 1st Street

City Selection Committee

The committee is reviewing nominations for the Metropolitan Transportation Commission and appointments to the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO). It will also ratify a representative for MCE Clean Energy.

• Ratification of new Chair and Vice Chair
• Submittal of three nominees for the Metropolitan Transportation Commission
• Ratification of Ryan Gregory as Napa County Representative of MCE Clean Energy
• Appointment of Beth Painter and Mariam Aboudamous to LAFCO

Housing Commission

The Napa County Housing Commission will meet to elect its 2023 Chair and Vice Chair and adopt a meeting schedule for the year. The agenda also includes reviewing an internal audit report and discussing potential changes to commission bylaws.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the 2023 calendar year
• Recommendation to amend Napa County Housing Commission bylaws
• Review of the internal audit quarterly monitoring report for the quarter ended September 30, 2022
• Presentation on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm and Food Workers Relief Grant Program
• Adoption of a resolution to continue holding virtual meetings

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative and financial items, including a budget amendment to fund road repairs after the January 2023 winter storm. The agenda also includes housing grant acceptances and travel authorizations for county officials.

• $8.5 million budget amendment for road repairs following the January 2023 winter storm
• $125,000 agreement with Napa Sonoma ADU for technical assistance with the AADU Forgivable Loan Program
• Acceptance of up to $520,000 in Emergency Solutions Grant funds
• Resolution authorizing Calistoga Joint Unified School District to issue Series 2023 Bonds
• Travel authorizations for Supervisors Gregory, Cottrell, and Ramos to attend meetings in Washington, D.C.

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission is reviewing a major modification for Ellman Winery at 3286 and 1000 Silverado Trail. The proposal includes a lot line adjustment to increase the winery parcel to 16.33 acres and an increase in building square footage. The request also proposes changing winery access from Silverado Trail to Soda Canyon Road.

• Lot line adjustment to increase winery parcel to 16.33 acres
• Increase of winery and accessory structures from 7,219 to 10,580 sq. ft.
• Change of winery access from Silverado Trail to Soda Canyon Road
• Reduction of parking spaces from eight to seven

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Technical Advisory Group will review groundwater management history, including Water Availability Analysis and new well permitting standards. The group will also examine draft outlines for the Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan and a vineyard water conservation workplan. Additionally, members will elect 2023 officers and adopt a meeting calendar.

• Presentation on groundwater management and new well permitting requirements
• Review of Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplan Draft Outline
• Review of NC Vineyard and Winery Water Conservation Workplan Draft Outline
• Election of 2023 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Adoption of the 2023 meeting calendar

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the 2023-2031 Housing Element Update. This proposal updates goals and policies for housing in unincorporated Napa County, including identifying sites for multifamily housing. The commission will also consider recommending certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report.

• Public hearing for the 2023-2031 Housing Element General Plan amendment
• Proposed rezoning of sites for multifamily housing development
• Resolution recommending certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 21, 2022

Airport Land Use Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to determine if the Housing Element Update is compatible with the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan. The meeting also includes adopting the 2023 meeting calendar and electing new officers.

• Public hearing on Housing Element Update compatibility determination
• Adoption of the 2023 ALUC meeting calendar
• Election of 2023 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several administrative actions and budget transfers across various special districts. The agenda includes a resolution to support an $8,831,790 grant application for the Groundwater Sustainability Program. Other items involve committee reappointments and fire department vehicle upgrades.

• $8,831,790 grant application to the California Department of Water Resources for groundwater management
• $100,000 annual agreement with GC Services for victim restitution services
• $77,500 budget transfer for fire vehicle upgrades and equipment
• Reappointment of members to the Monticello Public Cemetery District Advisory Committee
• Conflict waiver request for law firm Downey Brand LLP

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will elect its 2023 officers and review a presentation on the completed Napa Valley Drought Contingency Plan. The meeting also includes requests to approve budget transfers and a professional services contract for the Bale Slough-Bear Creek Restoration Project.

• Election of 2023 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• $1,708,125 budget transfer for the Bale Slough-Bear Creek Restoration Project
• $72,000 professional services agreement with Questa Engineering Corp
• Presentation on the Napa Valley Drought Contingency Plan

Legislative Subcommittee

The Napa County Legislative Subcommittee will receive legislative updates from both federal and state advocates. The committee may also discuss or take action on federal bill HR 7305.

• Discussion or possible action on federal legislation HR 7305
• Federal legislative update by advocates
• State legislative update by advocates

Board of Supervisors

The Board will elect officers for several special districts for the 2023 calendar year. The meeting includes discussions on appointing or reappointing members to various committees, commissions, and advisory boards. Additionally, the Board will consider dissolving the Independent Hearing Panel on Solid Waste.

• Election of 2023 officers for multiple special districts
• Appointment/reappointment of members to various committees and commissions
• Dissolution of the Independent Hearing Panel on Solid Waste
• Replacement of solid waste panel with State’s Office of Administrative Hearings