Napa public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding use permits for two wineries. The body will also consider the adoption of the 2025 regular meeting schedule.

• Use Permit modification for Hendry Winery at 3104 Redwood Road to increase employees, visitation, and add a new well
• New Winery Use Permit for Bonny’s Vineyard (Meyer’s Family Winery) at 1555 Skellenger Lane for a 10,996 sf building
• Proposed annual production of 30,000 gallons for the Bonny’s Vineyard project
• Adoption of the 2025 Planning Commission meeting calendar

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider a consent calendar including multiple contracts, a fee study amendment, and a resolution continuing the state of local emergency due to tree mortality. Additionally, the board will present proclamations to outgoing Supervisors Ryan Gregory and Alfredo Pedroza for their combined 17 years of service.

• Amendment No. 3 to Agreement No. 210314B with Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc. increasing contract maximum to $3,652,855 for FY 2024-2025
• Revenue Agreement No. 250228B with California Department of Public Health for California Tobacco Prevention Program, $300,000
• Resolution authorizing District Attorney to apply for Violence Against Women Vertical Prosecutions grant, $202,545 revenue
• Resolution continuing State of Local Emergency due to pervasive tree mortality in Napa County
• Amendment No. 3 to Agreement No. 230373B with MGT of America Consulting for fee study, $46,935 expense

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Napa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District will receive an update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project and consider approving its 2025 meeting calendar. No fiscal impact is expected for either item. The meeting also includes routine consent items and approval of previous minutes.

• Update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project (24-1426)
• Approval and adoption of the 2025 meeting calendar (24-1809)
• Approve minutes from November 26, 2024 meeting (24-2071)

Climate Action Committee

The Napa County Climate Action Committee will approve the minutes from the October 25, 2024 meeting and adopt the 2025 meeting calendar, which sets regular meetings for the fourth Friday of each month and a special meeting on the first Friday of December. The agenda also includes three presentations: a video on heat pumps, an update on state climate legislation from Andrew Mize, and a technical memorandum on regional greenhouse‑gas reduction measures from Ascent Environmental. No actions will be taken on public comments that are not on the posted agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the October 25, 2024 meeting (Item 4A).
• Adoption of the 2025 Climate Action Committee meeting calendar (Item 4B).
• Presentation: Video – “Can Heat Pumps Handle Canada’s Coldest Cities” (Item 5A).
• Presentation: Update on state legislature climate measures by Andrew Mize (Item 5B).
• Presentation and discussion of the Regional Climate Action and Adaptation Plan GHG Reduction Technical Memorandum by Ascent Environmental (Item 5C).

Housing Commission

The Napa County Housing Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive monthly reports, and discuss the annual closure of farmworker centers. The body will also appoint members to an ad-hoc budget subcommittee.

• Approval of October 23, 2024, minutes
• Monthly report on capital improvement projects
• Report on 2024 Napa County Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment
• Discussion on annual closures of Farmworker Centers
• Appointment of two commissioners to ad-hoc budget subcommittee

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a variance application to maintain an existing unpermitted solar pavilion at 2234 Sandra Drive. The staff recommends denying the variance because the structure violates side and rear yard setbacks in the Residential Single (RS) zone. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 20, 2024, and reports from the director and commissioners.

• Public hearing on Variance No. P24-00122-VAR for an unpermitted solar pavilion at 2234 Sandra Dr., APN 042-081-012-000; staff recommends denial
• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2024 meeting (Commissioner Mazotti excused)
• Director's report includes discussion of December 18, 2024 meeting items and code compliance report

Airport Land Use Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing to consider adopting an updated Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan and certifying a Negative Declaration finding no significant environmental impacts. The plan, last updated in 1999, would align with state guidelines. Staff recommends adoption by resolution.

• Consider and adopt Resolution updating the Napa County Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) and certify a Negative Declaration

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors will consider adopting an ordinance that would ban single-use plastic bags and eliminate single-use plastic food ware throughout the county. The consent calendar also includes certification of November 2024 election results for Measure U, a $22 million Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program grant application, and a $1 million road rehabilitation project on Upper Partrick Road. Several contracts and resolutions for housing, fire services, and departmental allocations are also up for approval.

• Adopt ordinance banning single-use plastic bags and food ware (Item 6F)
• Certify November 5, 2024 election results for Measure U (Item 6M)
• Authorize $22 million revenue for Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program grant (Item 6O)
• Approve $1 million for Upper Partrick Road Rehabilitation Project (Item 6V)
• Approve $150,000 annual savings from fire services agreement with City of Calistoga (Item 6K)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting that includes a closed session. The primary focus of the closed session is the performance evaluation of several department directors and officials.

• Performance evaluation of Director of Planning, Building, and Environmental Services
• Performance evaluation of Director of Child Support Services
• Performance evaluation of Public Defender
• Performance evaluation of Director of Library Services and Community Outreach
• Performance evaluation of Director of Health and Human Services, Director of Corrections, and Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Napa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District will consider approving contracts for floodwall design and land easements, as well as a 2025 meeting calendar. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding real property negotiations.

• Approve $8.48M contract for Floodwalls North of the Bypass design
• Approve $36.8K easement agreement at 2444 Shoreline Drive
• Approve $120K contract for Napa River Watershed maintenance
• Approve $42.2K easement purchase at 2416 Shoreline Drive
• Approve $59.4K easement purchase at 2450 Shoreline Drive

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will discuss community engagement for the 2024 Napa County Farmworker Housing Needs & Impacts Assessment and seek additional recommendations. They will also appoint two commissioners to an ad-hoc budget sub-committee and discuss the annual closures of three Farmworker Centers (no action required). Other items include approval of October meeting minutes and monthly reports.

• Approve minutes of October 23, 2024 meeting
• Monthly report from California Human Development Corporation (CHDC)
• Monthly report on Capital Improvement Projects
• Discuss community engagement for 2024 Napa County Farmworker Housing Needs & Impacts Assessment and provide additional recommendations
• Appoint two commissioners to ad-hoc budget sub-committee and discuss annual closures of three Farmworker Centers

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding two use permit applications for the Napa Valley Business Park. The proposals include a wine production facility and a speculative warehouse/office building.

• Use Permit #P22-00307: 143,312 sf wine production and storage facility (Building A)
• Use Permit #P22-00308: 66,915 sf warehouse/office building (Building B)
• Proposed Mitigated Negative Declaration for environmental impacts on biological resources, cultural resources, and transportation
• Request for a building setback variation to reduce the south property line setback to approximately 31-feet for Building A

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Groundwater Technical Advisory Group will elect 2025 officers and set the 2025 meeting calendar. The group is reviewing a comment letter regarding a State Water Board water supply and demand project in the Napa River Watershed and discussing a water conservation certification framework.

• Election of 2025 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of a comment letter to the State Water Resources Control Board regarding the Napa River Watershed water supply and demand model
• Review of the proposed 2025 TAG meeting calendar
• Presentation on the NCGSA Water Conservation Certification Program minimum requirements and vineyard benchmarking
• Update on the Interconnected Surface Water and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems Workplan

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors will consider an appeal by John Murphy on behalf of Preserve Lodi Lane regarding a planning decision. The consent calendar includes several contracts, budget amendments, and appointments. A public hearing will be held on the appeal.

• Appeal by John Murphy on behalf of Preserve Lodi Lane concerning a planning decision
• Award of $550,499 contract for Lake Berryessa Resort Improvement District wastewater ponds project
• Agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for labor legal services, up to $75,000 per year
• Creation of $300,000 budget amendment for 2025 Annual County Bridge Repairs design
• Approve scheduled partial loan forgiveness of $15,000 for County Executive Officer relocation incentive

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 6, 2024, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Airport Land Use Commission

The Napa County Airport Land Use Commission will hold a public hearing to consider adopting an updated Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) and a Negative Declaration finding no significant environmental impacts. The plan has not been updated since 1999 and aims to align with state guidelines. The commission will also adopt the 2025 regular meeting schedule and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Public hearing on adoption of updated Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) and Negative Declaration
• Adoption of 2025 regular meeting calendar for the Airport Land Use Commission
• Approval of minutes from July 17, 2024 and October 2, 2024 meetings
• Plan update aligns ALUCP with CalTrans Aeronautics Division guidelines, first update since 1999

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to discuss various county contracts, budget amendments, and emergency resolutions. A public hearing will be held to establish, increase, decrease, or delete certain fees in the Board Policy Manual.

• Public hearing to update user fees with a fiscal impact of $2.3 million
• Budget amendment of $2,015,377 for the American Rescue Plan Act Childcare Infrastructure Forgivable Loan program
• Resolution continuing the State of Local Emergency due to tree mortality
• Agreement with Logikcull Systems, Inc. for software and document hosting with a new maximum of $112,800
• Creation of Project 25013 for 2025 Annual Guardrail Repair with an $88,000 expense

Legislative Subcommittee

The Legislative Subcommittee will receive updates from federal and state legislative advocates. Members will also review and provide feedback on the second draft of the 2025 Legislative & Regulatory Platform.

• Review of the 2025 Legislative & Regulatory Platform second draft
• Presentation by Federal legislative advocates on future federal actions
• Update from State legislative advocates

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several contracts, including wildfire mitigation planning and fire protection services. The body is also considering staffing increases for Public Works and IT, and a water and sewer rate study for the Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District.

• Agreement with DUDEK for $1,000,000 for the Napa Community-Wide Comprehensive Wildfire Mitigation Program
• Fire Services Agreement with California Department of Veteran's Affairs - Yountville Veteran's Home for $1,684,976 revenue
• Agreement with California Department of Food & Agriculture for $287,031 for European Grapevine Moth detection
• Budget amendment of $2,809 for Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District Wastewater Disposal Sprayfield Project
• Staffing increases: 2.0 FTE for Public Works ($200,000) and 2.0 FTE for IT Services ($311,000)

Climate Action Committee

The Napa County Climate Action Committee (also acting as a Board of Supervisors meeting) will convene on October 25, 2024. The committee will vote to approve the minutes from the September 27, 2024 meeting (item 24-1739). It will also receive three staff‑requested presentations: a TED‑ED video on plastic waste, an overview of the Napa Sanitation District’s climate adaptation plan, and a briefing on California Senate Bill 54 by the National Stewardship Action Council. Public comment will be heard, but no action can be taken on those remarks.

• Approve minutes from September 27, 2024 meeting (item 24-1739)
• Presentation: TED‑ED video “What Really Happens to the Plastic You Throw Away” (item 24-1801)
• Presentation by Napa Sanitation District on climate change adaptation and mitigation (item 24-1832)
• Presentation by National Stewardship Action Council on SB 54 plastic pollution prevention (item 24-1790)
• Public comment period (no action taken on comments)

Housing Commission

The Napa County Housing Commission will approve the minutes from its August 28 and September 23 meetings. It will then recommend acceptance of the quarterly monitoring report to the Napa County Housing Authority for the quarter ended September 30, 2024. The agenda also includes monthly reports from the California Human Development Corporation, a capital‑improvement project update, and presentations on farmworker housing projects and related code amendments.

• Approve minutes for the August 28, 2024 meeting (Item 24‑1716).
• Approve minutes for the September 23, 2024 meeting (Item 24‑1814).
• Recommend acceptance of the quarterly monitoring report for the quarter ended September 30, 2024 (Item 24‑1828).
• Monthly report from California Human Development Corporation (Item 24‑1802).
• Presentation by Planning, Building, & Environmental Services on amendments to Napa County code related to farmworker housing (Item 24‑1812).

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator will review agenda item A, a Use Permit application (P19-00099) for William Harrison Winery located at 1443 Silverado Trail, St. Helena. Staff recommends finding the project categorically exempt under CEQA Class 4 and approving the permit with conditions. The meeting also includes a public comment period and standard agenda review.

• Use Permit #P19-00099 for William Harrison Winery at 1443 Silverado Trail, APN 030-250-006-000
• Request to increase visitation limits, marketing events, employee numbers, add a left‑turn lane, and install a public water system
• Staff recommendation to find the project CEQA categorical exemption Class 4 and approve the permit as conditioned
• Public hearing items and public comment period for agenda and non‑agenda matters
• Adjournment of the Zoning Administrator meeting

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Napa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District will consider several consent items, including contracts and easement purchases, and will adopt a resolution to amend its bylaws. It will also conduct four public hearings to adopt resolutions of necessity for flood‑wall projects north of the bypass on the Napa River/Napa Creek. A closed‑session meeting will address real‑property negotiations and ongoing litigation.

• Approve $50,000 professional services agreement with River Focus, Inc. for Napa Creek/Napa River Flood Protection Project.
• Approve amendment increasing surveying contract with Sonoma RSA+, Inc. to $400,000 for flood‑wall work.
• Authorize purchase of easements on 2452 Shoreline Drive ($63,980), 2440 Shoreline Drive ($31,560), and 2422 Shoreline Drive ($48,300).
• Adopt resolution to amend district bylaws and update the Purchasing Policy (no fiscal impact).
• Hold public hearings to adopt resolutions of necessity for flood walls north of the bypass on multiple APNs (no fiscal impact).

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission cancelled its scheduled meeting for October 16, 2024. No agenda items were considered, and no decisions or discussions took place.

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors will consider approving multiple contracts and budget amendments, including a $2.1 million agreement for mental health services and a $1.7 million budget amendment for fire department radios and equipment.

• Approve $2.1M mental health services contract with Progress Foundation
• Approve $1.07M budget amendment for fire department radios
• Approve $398,796 contract for Family Urgent Response System
• Approve $1.07M budget amendment for fire department equipment
• Approve $500,000 WIC contract increase

Airport Land Use Commission

The Napa County Airport Land Use Commission will consider a staff recommendation to find the Hess Collection – Laird General Plan Amendment and Rezoning project consistent with the Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the July 17, 2024 special meeting, a review of the agenda, and a period for citizen comments. Public hearing items focus on the proposed rezoning of two parcels at 5750 South Kelly Road in American Canyon.

• ALUCP consistency determination for Hess Collection – Laird General Plan Amendment & Rezoning (P24-00234-ALU) at 5750 South Kelly Road, parcels 239.83 and 40.26 acres
• Approval of minutes from the special meeting held on July 17, 2024
• Citizen comments and recommendations (10‑minute public comment period)
• Agenda review
• Disclosures

Legislative Subcommittee

The Napa County Legislative Subcommittee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive updates on federal and state legislative actions. The body will also review the first draft of the 2025 Legislative & Regulatory Platform.

• Approve minutes from February 26, 2024 and November 27, 2023 meetings
• Receive federal legislative update and advocacy presentation
• Receive state legislative update and advocacy presentation
• Review first draft of the 2025 Legislative & Regulatory Platform
• Public comment period on non-agenda items

Climate Action Committee

The Napa County Climate Action Committee will meet to approve minutes from August and receive presentations on rising sea level adaptation, building energy efficiency costs, and a green lodging pilot program. The meeting is also noticed as a Board of Supervisors meeting due to the presence of elected officials.

• Approval of August 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation on Regional Shoreline Adaptation Plan
• Presentation on Peninsula Clean Energy cost analysis
• Update on California Green Business Network lodging pilot
• Presentation on SB 272 sea level adaptation legislation

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will receive reports on capital improvement projects and the 2024 Napa Valley Housing Needs Assessment. The body is seeking recommendations for community engagement regarding the 2024 Napa County Farmworker Housing Needs & Impacts Assessment.

• Recommendations for community engagement on the 2024 Napa County Farmworker Housing Needs & Impacts Assessment
• Presentation by Generation Housing on the Napa Valley Housing Needs Assessment
• Presentation by IT Services on the Broadband Strategic Plan and Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program
• Monthly report from California Human Development Corporation (CHDC)
• Overview of the Ralph M. Brown Act provided by Commission Counsel

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will decide on the 2024-25 secured tax roll and update county codes to align with state housing laws. The meeting includes several contract approvals for infrastructure and public safety, as well as budget amendments for various districts.

• Establishment of FY 2024-25 secured tax roll rates (approx. $530,000,000 revenue)
• Ordinance to align Subdivisions and Zoning codes with state law and the Housing Element
• Sole source award of $990,000 to Golden State Fire Apparatus for one Type II Engine
• Budget amendment of $3,564,000 for EPA grant funding to reduce pollutants from the Wine Train
• Amendment to increase Biggs Cardosa Associates, Inc. contract by $288,531 for Dry Creek Road Bridge Replacement

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 18, 2024, was cancelled. The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors will consider a series of consent calendar items, including the adoption of a resolution to continue the state of local emergency due to tree mortality and the approval of several wildfire mitigation contracts.

• Adopt resolution continuing state of local emergency due to tree mortality
• Award $1.4M construction contract for Lift Station A sewer tank replacement
• Authorize $4M contract for community wildfire mitigation and defensible space
• Authorize $1.06M contract for ignition-resistant construction outreach
• Authorize $1.54M award from FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a use permit for a winery at 4101 Big Ranch Road. The proposal seeks to bring existing unpermitted activities into compliance and expand production, staffing, and visitation.

• Public hearing for Use Permit #P19-00124 (J. Kevin Corley / Knollwood Vineyards / Justin Vineyards)
• Proposed adoption of a Negative Declaration regarding environmental impacts for 4101 Big Ranch Road
• Request to approve expansion of production, employees, and weekly visitation for a 20,000 gallon winery
• Approval of minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing regarding a request to recognize the historic use of a privacy wall and pool. The items in question are located within required road and front yard setbacks.

• Public hearing for Jeryl Hilleman & William Albright regarding a Certificate of the Extent of Legal Nonconformity for a privacy wall and pool at 1183 State Lane

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator will consider a request to recognize a historic pool and privacy wall that are located within required setbacks. The hearing is a continuation from August 28th to allow for additional evidence.

• Public hearing for Jeryl Hilleman & William Albright at 1183 State Lane
• Request for Certificate of Legal Nonconformity for a pool and wall
• Staff to determine if the project is exempt from CEQA
• Review of supplemental application information and graphics
• Public comment on agenda items and matters not on the agenda

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator will meet to review agenda items and hold a public hearing on a request to recognize a historic pool and privacy wall that are located within required setbacks. The staff recommendation is to approve the Certificate of Legal Nonconformity.

• Public hearing on Certificate of Legal Nonconformity for 1183 State Lane
• Staff recommendation to approve CLN for historic pool and wall
• Meeting held at 1195 Third Street, Napa CA 94559

Legislative Subcommittee

The Napa County Legislative Subcommittee meeting scheduled for August 26, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for September 30, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for September 30, 2024
• Public comment via Zoom or email
• Federal and state legislative updates proposed
• Administrative and agenda tracking items proposed

Climate Action Committee

The Napa County Climate Action Committee met on August 23, 2024 at 1195 Third Street, Napa. The agenda included approval of minutes from the July 26, 2024 meeting, a video on climate mitigation and adaptation, and a staff presentation of the 2019 greenhouse gas short‑lived climate pollutant inventory. The committee discussed a draft Climate Adaptation Strategies memo and the top ten recommended adaptation measures, and voted to accept them to proceed with cost and funding analysis. Public comment was allowed but, per the Brown Act, no action could be taken on those items.

• Approval of minutes from the July 26, 2024 meeting (item 24-1379).
• Video presentation on climate mitigation and adaptation (item 24-1382).
• Staff presentation of the Final Napa County Regional 2019 Greenhouse Gas Short‑Lived Climate Pollutant Inventory Memo (item 24-1429).
• Presentation and vote on the Draft Climate Adaptation Strategies memo and the top ten recommended adaptation measures, with direction to move forward to cost and funding analysis (item 24-1407).
• Public comment period (no action taken on comments).

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors will consider a series of consent‑calendar items, including a $10,824,956 package of agreements to fund community health initiatives. Other items include a $27,487 increase to a groundwater sustainability contract, a $350,100 GIS software purchase, and a $260,000 participation in the National Opioids Settlement. The board will also adopt a resolution to consolidate several local elections for the November 2024 general election.

• Approve $10,824,956 in health service agreements funded by settlement and state funds (Item G).
• Increase groundwater sustainability agency contract by $27,487 to $110,075 (Item A, Consent Calendar).
• Authorize $350,100 GIS software license agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute (Item H).
• Approve participation in National Opioids Settlement with Kroger for $260,000 revenue over 11 years (Item E).
• Adopt resolution consolidating elections for multiple cities and districts for Nov 5 2024 (Item D).

Climate Action Committee

The Napa County Climate Action Committee will approve minutes from the June 28 meeting, view a video on climate‑related emotional impacts, and discuss the Draft Greenhouse Gas Reduction Framework, Guidelines, and Preliminary GHG Reduction Measures. Staff will seek guidance and a vote to accept the draft measures. The meeting also includes public comment, reports, announcements, and planning of future agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from the June 28, 2024 regular meeting (item 4).
• Video presentation on emotional impacts of climate change (item 5A).
• Discussion and vote on the Draft Greenhouse Gas Reduction Framework, Guidelines, and Preliminary GHG Reduction Measures (item 5B).
• Reports and announcements (item 6).
• Consideration of future agenda items (item 7).

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission meeting scheduled for July 24, 2024, was cancelled. The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from May 2024 and discuss proposed revisions to the Napa County Code regarding housing, including the Draft 2024 Housing Omnibus Ordinance and the Draft 2024 ADU Ordinance.

• Approval of May 15, 2024 Planning Commission minutes
• Presentation on Draft 2024 Housing Omnibus Ordinance
• Presentation on Draft 2024 ADU Ordinance
• Discussion of items for the August 7, 2024 regular meeting

Airport Land Use Commission

The Napa County Airport Land Use Commission will hold a public hearing to consider adopting an updated Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan, the first update since 1999. The agenda includes a request to adopt a Negative Declaration under CEQA, indicating the project has no significant environmental impacts. The meeting will also approve minutes from the May 15, 2024 session and allow citizen comments on planning matters.

• Adopt updated Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan (ALUCP) – first update since 1999
• Adopt Negative Declaration for the ALUCP update under CEQA
• Approve minutes from the May 15, 2024 commission meeting
• Public comments from Mark Witsoe, Sentinels of Freedom, and CDFW
• Citizen comments and recommendations on planning matters

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Flood Control and Water Conservation District is deciding on several property acquisitions and professional service contracts. The board will also hold a public hearing regarding a resolution of necessity for flood walls north of the bypass.

• Purchase of property at 501 North Bay Drive for $675,000
• Agreement with Larry Walker Associates for $169,000 for NPDES Permit implementation
• Amendment to Napa County Resource Conservation District agreement for $206,350
• Amendment to Somach, Simmons & Dunn agreement for $25,000
• Public hearing for Resolution of Necessity for flood walls north of the bypass affecting property owned by Jose Cruz Calderon and Maximino Ballines

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several consent calendar items including contract amendments, service agreements, and project awards. These items cover diverse county departments such as Public Works, Fire, and the District Attorney's office.

• Acceptance of a $50 million FEMA Building Resilience for Infrastructure and Communities grant
• Award of a $2,578,994 construction contract to Ghilotti Construction Company, Inc. for South County Paving Project
• Approval of a $907,460 expense for the Fuel Farm Improvement Project
• Authorization of up to $400,000 for on-call tree trimming and removal services
• Temporary closure of Duhig Road on July 21, 2024, for the Napa to Sonoma Wine Country Half Marathon

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Napa County Groundwater Technical Advisory Group and Board of Supervisors are holding a joint meeting to receive an informational update on the Napa Valley Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP). Staff will cover adaptive management for climate change, recharge opportunities, coordination with growers at pilot sites, and progress on three workplans. Managing these groundwater resources supports long-term water availability for Napa Valley residents and agricultural operations. The agenda lists no formal votes or policy actions for this session.

• Update on Napa Valley Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan implementation
• Review of adaptive management strategies for climate change impacts
• Discussion of recharge opportunities and coordination with growers at pilot sites
• Progress report on the GSP’s three workplans

Planning Commission

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

Climate Action Committee

The Napa County Climate Action Committee will hold a meeting at 1195 Third Street, Napa, focused on receiving staff presentations rather than voting on measures. Members will review a video on tree planting for climate mitigation, discuss a partnership with Visit Napa Valley for green business and hotel certifications, and examine interim documents and community engagement updates for the RCAAP. These presentations educate committee members on climate topics and outline certification pathways for local businesses. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled for this session.

• Presentation on a video about planting trees to reduce climate change impacts.
• Discussion of a partnership with Visit Napa Valley for the California Green Business Network Certification and Green Hotels Certification Pilot Program.
• Review of two interim RCAAP documents and community engagement updates.
• Public comment period for agenda and non-agenda items within committee jurisdiction.

Zoning Administrator

The Napa County Zoning Administrator will consider a variance for a septic reserve area relocation at 1000 Rutherford Road. The body will also review an application for the Festival Napa Valley-Arts for All Gala at Nickel and Nickel Winery.

• Variance application for James McCalligan to relocate a septic reserve area into road and front yard setbacks at 1000 Rutherford Road
• Temporary Event License application for Festival Napa Valley-Arts for All Gala at 8164 State Highway 29

Housing Commission

The Napa County Housing Commission meeting scheduled for June 26, 2024, at 1195 Third Street in Napa has been cancelled. The posted agenda contained only standard procedural items, such as roll call, public comment, and approval of minutes, with no rezonings, contracts, or public hearings listed. Residents seeking updates on local housing policy or development will need to monitor future commission postings.

• Meeting cancelled; no substantive agenda items, rezonings, or public hearings were scheduled.

Board of Supervisors

The provided agenda consists primarily of procedural and consent calendar items. The Board is reviewing a package that approves fiscal year 2024-25 budgets, service contracts, and administrative actions for multiple county special districts. These approvals fund ongoing operations, housing management, and utility maintenance across Napa County. No public hearings or major policy votes are listed in the text.

• Approve FY2024-25 budgets for the Napa County Groundwater Sustainability Agency, Napa County Housing Authority, and In-Home Supportive Services Public Authority.
• Authorize a $1,105,783 management agreement with California Human Development Corporation for three farmworker housing centers.
• Approve a $396,000 annual contract with Specialized Utility Services Program for water and wastewater maintenance at Lake Berryessa and Napa Berryessa districts.
• Adopt FY2024-25 budgets for the Napa Valley Tourism Improvement District ($8.5 million) and County Service Area No. 3 ($387,650 in expenditures).
• Reject bids for the Lift Station A Sewer Collection Tank Replacement Project and authorize re-advertisement.

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board is considering several flood protection agreements and a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budgets. Proposed actions include purchasing land for the Napa River Estuary Enhancement and Public Access Project and amending existing engineering and real estate service contracts.

• Purchase of property for Napa River Estuary Enhancement and Public Access Project ($5,025,000)
• Amendment to HDR Engineering, Inc. agreement for Floodwalls North of the Bypass Project (increase of $1,403,999)
• Amendment to Associated Right of Way Services agreement for Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project ($700,000)
• Public hearing for Fiscal Year 2024-25 budgets ($63,784,233)

City Selection Committee

The Napa County City Selection Committee will meet to approve minutes from its May meeting and discuss administrative updates. The main action involves adopting a resolution to amend committee rules regarding appointed representatives. Under the proposed change, a city or town representative could be removed or recommended for removal from an assigned board, commission, or agency after three unexcused absences. This adjustment would standardize attendance requirements for local officials serving on county-appointed bodies.

• Approval of minutes from the May 14, 2024 special meeting
• Adoption of a resolution to amend committee rules on representative attendance
• Public comment period for agenda-related topics

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several consent calendar items including employee salary increases and public works contracts. Additionally, the Board will conduct multiple public hearings regarding fiscal year 2024-25 budgets for various special districts.

• Accept $3,500,000 in grant funding from DHCS for pre-release Medi-Cal services
• Approve salary increases and MOUs totaling $9.65 million for various employee units
• Award $736,448 construction contract to Rehak General Engineering LLC for Mt. Veeder Road project
• Authorize $300,000 for Solano Avenue and Big Ranch Road pavement repair project
• Public hearing for the $2,508,000 Napa County Groundwater Sustainability Agency budget

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Napa County Flood Control and Water Conservation District board will continue a public hearing on its fiscal year 2024-25 budget, which proposes total appropriations of $63,784,233. The funds support district operations for flood control and water conservation across the county. Final adoption consideration is scheduled for the June 18 meeting.

• Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2024-25 budgets ($63,784,233 total appropriation) continues to June 18
• Approval of minutes from the May 14, 2024 meeting
• District Manager and Engineer reports
• Board of Directors reports and future agenda items

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is holding a public hearing to accept testimony regarding the recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25. This hearing will continue into the next meeting on June 11, 2024.

• Public Hearing: Fiscal Year 2024-25 Recommended Budget

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 5, 2024, has been cancelled. No specific agenda items or projects are listed for discussion.

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several items including public proclamations, contract amendments, and infrastructure awards. Key discussions involve road maintenance projects, airport fee adjustments, and social service agreements.

• Award of $5,746,096 construction contract to Ghilotti Bros., Inc. for North County Crossroads Paving
• Award of $156,132 construction contract to Traffic Limited for 2024 Road Striping Maintenance
• Resolution to increase airport hangar and storage room fees by 2.3%
• Proclamations for Pride Month, Elder Abuse Awareness Month, and Gun Violence Awareness Month
• Agreement with Marquee Fire Protection, LLC for fire sprinkler system maintenance

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will review a proposed budget for the California Human Development Corporation (CHDC) for fiscal year 2024-2025. This includes a recommendation for an agreement to manage three Napa County farmworker centers. The meeting also includes updates on capital improvement projects and housing needs assessments.

• Review of CHDC budget for FY 2024-2025 and management agreement up to $1,105,783
• Management of River Ranch Center, Mondavi Center, and Calistoga Center
• Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment updates
• Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) bond initiative updates
• Capital improvement project planning and funding updates

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will review an equitable electric vehicle action plan framework and potential GIS-based tools. The meeting also includes presentations on fire mitigation efforts and updates regarding greenhouse gas monitoring.

• Presentation on Equitable EV Action Plan Framework by Ted Lamm of UC Berkeley's CLEE
• Discussion on developing an EV Charging Infrastructure Priority Plan
• Presentation on fire mitigation efforts by David Shew and David Giudice
• Discussion regarding the Greenhouse Gas Monitoring project with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
• Approval of minutes from the March 22, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a recommendation for a commercial floating solar facility at 1515 Soscol Ferry Road. The commission will also review a proposal for a short-term rental lodging facility on Capell Valley Road.

• Floating solar project: 56 acres of panels on wastewater ponds to produce 24.5 MW AC electricity
• Solar project variance: construction of 42 transmission line towers between 38.5 and 70 feet tall
• Lodging project: nine new lodging units and one caretaker unit at 1283 Capell Valley Road
• Lodging project rezoning: change from Agricultural Watershed to Commercial Limited

Airport Land Use Commission

The Commission will consider a consistency determination for the Laketricity Commercial Floating Solar Use Permit, which includes a zone change and variance. The Commission will also elect its Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for the 2024/2025 term.

• Consistency determination for Laketricity Commercial Floating Solar Use Permit at 1515 Soscol Ferry Road
• Election of 2024/2025 ALUC Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will consider adopting resolutions to accept $3,000,000 in grant funds for the Bale Slough - Bear Creek Restoration Project. The meeting includes protest hearings regarding proposed assessments for Joint Zone Project 96-1 and Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone. Staff will also provide a budget update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project.

• Adoption of resolutions to accept $3,000,000 in WCB and EPA grant funds
• Protest hearing for Joint Zone Project 96-1 assessments ($1,581,757)
• Protest hearing for Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone District 2008-01 assessments ($98,160)
• Progress and budget update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project

City Selection Committee

The City Selection Committee will elect a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The committee is also considering a resolution to change its regular meeting time and the timing of leadership elections.

• Election of a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Approval of minutes from the January 30, 2023, special meeting
• Resolution to amend meeting times and election schedules
• Reappointment of Leon Garcia and Anna Chouteau to the ABAG Executive Board

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Groundwater Technical Advisory Group will review presentations regarding the California Environmental Flows Framework for the Napa River. The group will also discuss a project for dry farming educational resources and receive an update on Water Year 2024 storage changes and climate impacts.

• Presentation on California Environmental Flows Framework (CEFF) for the Napa River
• Overview of Dry Farming Advisory Group educational resource project
• Update on Water Year 2024 storage and future climate impacts
• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several contract amendments and budget updates. Key items include increasing funding for adult residential mental health services and the CalWORKs childcare program. The agenda also includes various administrative appointments and proclamations.

• Contract increase of $350,000 for Ever Well Health Systems mental health services
• Contract increase of $399,309 for Community Resources for Children CalWORKs childcare program
• $75,000 budget amendment for Board Chambers A/V and HVAC upgrades
• Resolution regarding assessments for County Service Area No. 4 ($663,614 revenue)
• Adoption of the FY24-25 Engineer’s Report for Winegrape Pest & Disease Control District

Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing rezoning requests to implement the Sixth Cycle Housing Element Update, which includes changes for multiple-family and affordable housing. They will also consider winery use permit modifications and a solar array exception for sloped land.

• Rezoning 5 acres of APN 043-062-008 to Residential Multiple: Urban Reserve Combination
• Rezoning 10+ acres (APN 019-261-040 and part of 041) to Commercial Neighborhood: Affordable Housing Combination
• Use Permit Modification for William Cole Winery at 2849 N. St. Helena Highway
• Solar array Use Permit Exception for land with slopes over 30% at Via Monte
• Presentation on Napa County Road and Street Standards

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator is considering a use permit for the establishment of a micro-winery. The proposal includes wine production, tours, tastings, and on-premises consumption at an existing garage structure.

• Use Permit #P23-00223-UP: Chaix Family Micro Winery at 1204 Manley Lane
• Establishment of a winery producing up to 5,000 gallons per year
• Proposed tours and tastings for up to 10 guests per day
• Installation of five parking stalls and an eight-stall bicycle rack
• Expansion of an existing access road to meet County standards

Housing Commission

The Commission will review the Napa County Housing Authority operating budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 for recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. The meeting also includes updates on farmworker housing needs and capital improvement projects.

• Recommendation of NCHA FY 2024-2025 operating budget to the Board of Supervisors
• Engineer’s Report for County Service Area No. 4
• Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment updates
• CHDC monthly occupancy report

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors will review several funding agreements and administrative items during its April 23 meeting. The board is set to vote on a $5 million rental assistance grant, up to $1.5 million for mental health housing rehabilitation, and contracts supporting the SHARE homeless outreach program. Additional agenda items include denying state property tax refund claims, updating county employee leave policies, and certifying March primary election results. These actions will determine local funding allocations for housing stability, public health services, and county administrative operations.

• Approve $5,000,000 revenue agreement with Bay Area Housing Finance Authority for rental assistance support through June 2028.
• Allocate up to $1,500,000 ($750,000 county share) to Mentis for acquiring and rehabilitating mental health treatment housing units.
• Fund SHARE program outreach with Up Valley Family Centers ($136,500 annually) and On The Move ($204,750 annually).
• Deny five state property tax refund claims totaling $936,477.49 for Pacific Bell, AT&T, and Zayo Group telecom properties.
• Amend county code to give the Director of Human Resources authority to grant paid administrative leaves of absence.

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 17, 2024, is cancelled. The agenda included a winery use permit modification and a solar array exception request.

• William Cole Winery: Use Permit Major Modification and Variance for production, employees, and parking at 2849 N. St. Helena Highway
• Via Monte Solar Array: Use Permit Exception to allow a solar array on land with slopes over 30% near Silverado Trail
• Napa County Road and Street Standards informational presentation

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The District will hold public hearings regarding the intention to levy and collect assessments for Joint Zone Project 96-1 and the Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone. The Board will also consider a resolution to amend the Conflict of Interest Code.

• Public hearing for Joint Zone Project 96-1 assessments (Maintenance and Watershed Management)
• Public hearing for Rutherford Reach Benefit Zone District 2008-01 assessments
• Resolution to amend the Conflict of Interest Code

City Selection Committee

The committee will elect a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. Members will also consider a resolution to change regular meeting times and the timing of officer elections.

• Election of a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Approval of minutes from the January 30, 2023, special meeting
• Resolution to amend Committee Rules and Regulations regarding meeting times and election schedules
• Reappointment of Leon Garcia and Anna Chouteau to the ABAG Executive Board

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Groundwater Technical Advisory Group will review presentations from four major vineyard and winery certification programs. Members will pose questions and provide feedback to staff and participants regarding these programs.

• ERA Economics Presentation, Certification Programs for GPR Implementation
• Napa Green Presentation, April 2024
• SIP Certified Presentation, April 2024
• Fish Friendly Farming Presentation, April 2024
• CSWA Presentation

Board of Supervisors

The Board is reviewing several funding requests for local infrastructure and services. Key items include allocating funds for affordable housing in St. Helena and Napa, as well as approving contracts for groundwater management and road repairs.

• $1,500,000 reservation of Affordable Housing Funds for the 77-unit Monarch Landing project in Napa
• $200,000 reservation of Affordable Housing Funds for a 5-unit project in St. Helena
• $2,650,685 amendment to support Groundwater Sustainability Plan implementation
• $1,318,628 construction contract award for Oakville Grade Road storm repair
• $368,281 budget amendment for the FEMA House Elevation Grant program

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.

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will review updates on several housing-related projects and reports. Discussion items include a Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment and the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority bond initiative.

• Update on the Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment
• Update on the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) bond initiative
• Discussion of capital improvement project planning and funding
• Monthly Occupancy Report from California Human Development Corporation (CHDC)

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider two applications for live music events intended to support Vintage High School's music program. The hearings involve temporary event licenses for locations in St. Helena and Napa.

• Temporary Event License #P24-00021: Live in the Vineyard Goes Country-Raymond Vineyards at 849 Zinfandel Lane, St. Helena
• Temporary Event License #P24-00022: Live in the Vineyard Goes Country-Peju Winery at 8466 St. Helena Highway, Napa

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several departmental budget amendments and service contracts. Items include funding for behavioral health services, fire department equipment, and housing authority repairs. The meeting also includes proclamations for public health week and Red Cross month.

• $1,785,693 contract with Seneca Family of Agencies for High Fidelity Wraparound Services
• $675,000 budget amendment to replace Water Tender 25 in the Fire Department
• $698,090 CalICH Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention funding allocation
• $60,188 agreement for wastewater pond investigations in Lake Berryessa
• $55,410 purchase of replacement boilers for Napa County Housing Authority

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will consider a draft ordinance regarding single-use plastic bag reduction and reusable foodware waste reduction. The meeting also includes presentations on the Measure T Extension, Bay Area Regional Energy Network programs, and climate change impacts on public health.

• Discussion of a draft single-use plastic bag reduction and reusable food ware/waste reduction ordinance
• Presentation from Danielle Schmitz regarding the Napa Valley Transportation Authority Measure T Extension
• Presentation on Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) programs
• Discussion regarding Greenhouse Gas Monitoring project development with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 23, 2024

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 20, 2024, was cancelled. No specific agenda items or projects were listed for review or decision.

• No agenda items were listed due to the meeting cancellation

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The District will review the annual water supply outlook for Napa County and its communities. The board will also receive an update on the 65% design submittal for the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project. Additionally, the board will consider accepting the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 financial audit report.

• Update on Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project floodwall designs
• Presentation on annual water supply outlook for Napa County
• Acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 financial audit report
• Approval of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Groundwater Technical Advisory Group will consider recommending the adoption of three revised draft workplans and a combined program overview to the GSA Board of Directors. The meeting also includes the election of 2024 officers and an update on groundwater conditions from the Water Year 2023 Annual Report.

• Vote to recommend adoption of three revised draft workplans and a Combined Program Overview
• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Update on Interconnected Surface Water (ISW) and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems (GDEs) Workplan
• Update on Napa County Water Conservation and Groundwater Pumping Reduction Workplans
• Presentation on Water Year 2023 Annual Report model results and groundwater conditions

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors will review several budget amendments across various special districts. Discussions include funding for water sustainability projects and farmworker centers. The Board will also consider appointments to the Veterans Commission and Commission on Aging.

• $637,000 budget amendment for Lake Berryessa water sustainability projects
• $177,300 donation to Napa County Housing Authority farmworker centers
• $508,000 purchase of radio equipment for Information Technology Services
• Resolution to rename the Mental Health Board to the Behavioral Health Board
• $401,294 revenue agreement renewal for pest detection inspections

Planning Commission

The Napa County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 6, 2024, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision at this time.

• No agenda items were listed due to the meeting cancellation.

Housing Commission

The Housing Commission will review several administrative updates including a Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment. The meeting also includes a report on the California Human Development Corporation occupancy and an update on the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority bond initiative.

• Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment update
• Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) bond initiative update
• Capital improvement project planning and funding discussion
• California Human Development Corporation monthly occupancy report
• Quarterly report to the Napa County Housing Authority for quarter ended December 31, 2023

Zoning Administrator

The Zoning Administrator will consider a Viewshed Protection Program application for an 8.17-acre parcel in the Agricultural Preserve. The request includes removing and replacing a spa, installing a cold plunge, and adding a deck, porch, outdoor sauna, and ADA improvements.

• Viewshed Protection Program Application: 7400 St. Helena Hwy (Yount Ridge Cellar LLC)

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors is reviewing several administrative items, including contract amendments and personnel policy updates. The agenda includes a large revenue agreement for behavioral health housing and engineering services for roadway projects.

• $3,425,528 revenue agreement from Advocates for Human Potential for Behavioral Health Bridge Housing
• $500,000 annual contract with ADKO Engineering for roadway project design and construction support
• $250,000 budget amendment for Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District operations
• $9,710 agreement with Puertas Abiertas Community Resource Center for indigenous community outreach
• $187,686 annual contract maximum for Community Resources for Children, Inc.

Legislative Subcommittee

The Legislative Subcommittee will receive presentations regarding recent actions by the federal legislature and executive branch. The body will also consider a request from the Napa County Broadband team to oppose AT&T California's application for relief from its Carrier of Last Resort obligation.

• Presentation on federal legislative and executive branch actions
• Opposition to AT&T California's application for targeted relief from Carrier of Last Resort obligations
• Presentation on the 2024 California legislative session
• Staff presentation regarding bill tracking for the California legislature

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will consider a draft ordinance regarding single-use plastic bags and reusable foodware. Members will also decide whether to continue funding the Napa Climate Challenge online platform.

• Draft single-use plastic bag reduction and reusable food ware/waste reduction ordinance
• Funding decision for Napa Climate Challenge platform management and outreach
• Update on Greenhouse Gas Monitoring project with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
• Presentation on Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) programs
• Video presentation on climate change and electric vehicle adoption

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 21, 2024, has been cancelled. No specific agenda items or projects were listed for discussion due to the cancellation.

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will consider several administrative and financial actions, including a property acquisition at 11032 Jordan Lane. The meeting also includes updates to district bylaws and an amendment for specialized legal services regarding water supply disputes. Additionally, staff will provide a progress update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project.

• $123,000 acquisition of easements and partial fee title at 1132 Jordan Lane
• $60,000 annual maximum for legal services regarding the 2013 Area of Origin Settlement Agreement
• Authorization for water supply contracts within the Putah Creek Watershed
• Amendment to District Bylaws to add the Engineering Manager as an ex-officio officer
• Progress update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project

Groundwater Technical Advisory Group

The Groundwater Technical Advisory Group will review feedback regarding several water-related workplans. Discussions include the Interconnected Surface Water and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems Workplan, as well as the Water Conservation and Groundwater Pumping Reduction workplans.

• Review of comments on the Interconnected Surface Water (ISW) and Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems (GDEs) Workplan
• Stillwater Sciences presentation on ISW/GDEs Workplan comments
• Review of comments on the Water Conservation (WC) and Groundwater Pumping Reduction (GPR) Workplans
• ERA presentation on WC and GPR Workplan comments
• Update on progress for the Groundwater Pumping Reduction implementation plan

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing several financial and administrative items. These include budget amendments for the Groundwater Sustainability Agency and various county departments, as well as labor resolutions for In-Home Supportive Services providers.

• $1,500,000 budget amendment for Napa County Groundwater Sustainability Agency
• Resolution for SEIU Local 2015 memorandum of understanding regarding IHSS compensation
• IHSS wage rate package requesting increased hourly wages effective May 1, 2024
• $1,155,000 budget amendment for County Counsel legal services
• Budget amendment involving $14,129,500 for various county funds

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will vote on a Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2024 calendar year. The meeting includes discussions on the FY24/25 proposed budget, greenhouse gas monitoring, and climate change education.

• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Presentation on EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grants by Bay Area Air Quality Management District
• Discussion of the proposed FY24/25 budget
• Update on Greenhouse Gas Monitoring project with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
• Review of member jurisdictions' consideration of draft reach code

Housing Commission

The Napa County Housing Commission will hold its January meeting to elect new officers for the 2024 calendar year. The commission will also discuss updates regarding farmworker housing needs and capital improvement project planning. Additionally, members will review a monthly occupancy report from the California Human Development Corporation.

• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Appointment of two commissioners to an ad-hoc budget sub-committee
• Update on the Farmworker Housing Needs Assessment
• Discussion regarding a potential Bay Area Housing Finance Authority bond initiative
• Adoption of the 2024 meeting schedule

Board of Supervisors

The Napa County Board of Supervisors will review several financial and administrative items. This includes approving a budget amendment for water system debt and authorizing regional grant applications with multiple cities. The agenda also covers various contract amendments and appointments to local boards.

• $356,621 budget amendment for Napa Berryessa Resort Improvement District debt service
• Ordinance approving a minor boundary change between Napa and Sonoma counties
• $164,892 contract with On the Move, Inc. for transitional housing programs
• $750,000 yearly revenue agreement with Partnership Health Plan
• $10,630 annual maintenance increase for Emergency Medical Dispatching services

Flood Control and Water Conservation District

The Board will elect officers for the 2024 organization and review a progress update on the Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project. Action items include accepting grant funds for estuary acquisition and authorizing a water service agreement with the Bureau of Reclamation.

• Election of 2024 Board Officers
• Resolution to accept California Coastal Conservancy grant funds for Napa River Estuary Acquisition Project ($5,062,500)
• Resolution authorizing water service agreement with US Department of Interior Bureau of Reclamation
• Napa River/Napa Creek Flood Protection Project monthly update
• Closed session regarding real property negotiations for APNs 043-203-007, 043-103-020, 043-103-021, and 043-103-022

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors is reviewing various administrative actions including public hearings, consent calendar items, and land sale proposals. Key discussions include wildfire mitigation funding, road paving projects, and the potential sale of Calistoga Fairgrounds property.

• Agreement with Napa Communities Firewise Foundation for up to $7,000,000 in wildfire mitigation services
• Measure T project for Oakville Cross Road, Yountville Cross Road, and Finnell Road paving ($300,000)
• Clif Family Foundation contribution of $3,000,000 toward paving Ink Grade Rd.
• Agreement with Arctic Wolf Networks, Inc. increasing amount by $942,162
• Proposed sale of 70.6-acres of Calistoga Fairgrounds property to the City of Calistoga

Board of Supervisors

This special meeting involves the Board of Supervisors and several related districts. The board will conduct elections for 2024 officers across various agencies, including the Housing Authority and Groundwater Sustainability Agency. Additionally, the board will handle annual appointments to various committees and commissions.

• Election of 2024 officers for multiple boards, including the Board of Supervisors and Napa County Housing Authority
• Annual appointment and reappointment of members to various committees, commissions, and advisory boards