Napa Valley Transportation Authority public meetings in 2021

NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency (NVTA-TA)

The December 15, 2021 meeting of the NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. No business items are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting canceled

NVTA Board of Directors

The December 15, 2021 meeting of the Napa Valley Transportation Authority Board of Directors has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. No items were discussed or decided at this canceled meeting.

• Meeting canceled

Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The December 2, 2021 Technical Advisory Committee meeting of the Napa Valley Transportation Authority has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is January 6, 2022. No agenda items were discussed.

Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority's Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC) will meet virtually to review and adopt its 2022 work plan, receive updates on Safe Routes to School and the Napa Valley Vine Trail, and consider appointing a representative to the Napa Valley Vine Trail Coalition Board. The committee will also review AB 361 requirements to continue remote meetings and receive an update on the One Bay Area Grant Cycle 3 (OBAG 3).

• Review and adopt 2022 ATAC Work Plan and draft 2022 NVTA meeting calendar
• Nominate and appoint ATAC representative to Napa Valley Vine Trail Coalition Board
• Review AB 361 requirements and approve holding next meeting via teleconference
• Receive update on One Bay Area Grant Cycle 3 (OBAG 3)
• Accept July 26, 2021 meeting minutes and receive September 27, 2021 meeting notes (no quorum)

NVTA Board of Directors

The NVTA Board of Directors is meeting to consider several items, including amending the FY 2021-22 budget and selecting a back-up power source for the Soscol Gateway Transit Center. The agenda also includes approving maintenance contracts and updates on legislative advocacy programs.

• Amending the FY 2021-22 Budget to increase the appropriations limit to $76,427,700
• Agreement No. 21-49 with Avail Technologies for maintenance of The Vine CAD/AVL system up to $166,609.04
• Amendment to GHD Inc. contract for Soscol Junction Project engineering services not to exceed $75,000
• Discussion on selecting a back-up power source for the Soscol Gateway Transit Center
• Resolution No. 21-29 setting the 2022 meeting schedule for NVTA and various committees

The NVTA Board of Directors approved a consent agenda covering six items, including October meeting minutes, the 2022 meeting schedule, remote meeting requirements, a CAD/AVL maintenance agreement, a project work order amendment, and paratransit appointments. The board also approved a resolution amending the FY 2020-21 budget and the 2022 Federal and State Legislative Advocacy Program and Project Priorities. An informational discussion on emergency back-up power for the Soscol Gateway Transit Center was held with no action taken.

• Approved the agenda as amended (motion by Dunbar, second by Kraus).
• Approved consent items 8.1-8.6, including October 20, 2021 minutes, 2022 meeting schedule, AB 361 remote meeting requirements, Avail Technologies maintenance agreement, GHD Inc. work order amendment, and PCC member appointments.
• Approved Resolution No. 21-24 amending the FY 2020-21 budget (motion by Sedgley, second by Dunbar).
• Approved the 2022 Federal and State Legislative Advocacy Program and Project Priorities (motion by Garcia, second by Alessio).
• Approved proposed changes to the NVTA organizational chart (motion by Dunbar, second by Alessio).
• Discussed emergency back-up power for the Soscol Gateway Transit Center; no action taken.

NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency (NVTA-TA)

The NVTA-TA Board of Directors is meeting to establish the 2022 meeting calendar for the agency and its oversight committee. The board will also consider declaring its intent to continue holding meetings via remote teleconference due to the COVID-19 State of Emergency.

• Resolution No. 21-04-TA setting the 2022 meeting time, place, and schedule for NVTA-TA and ITOC
• Approval of intent to continue remote public meetings per AB 361 requirements
• Approval of October 20, 2021, meeting minutes

The NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency met briefly and approved the meeting agenda and consent items 8.1-8.3 by unanimous roll call vote (11 ayes, 1 absent). Approved items included the October 20, 2021 meeting minutes, Resolution No. 21-04-TA setting the 2022 meeting schedule for the board and oversight committee, and AB 361 remote meeting requirements. No regular agenda items or public comments were presented. The meeting adjourned at 1:07pm.

• Approved the meeting agenda by roll call vote (11-0, 1 absent)
• Approved consent items 8.1-8.3 by roll call vote (11-0, 1 absent)
• Approved the October 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved Resolution No. 21-04-TA setting 2022 meeting times, place, and schedule for the NVTA-TA board and ITOC
• Approved AB 361 requirements for remote public meetings
• Adjourned the meeting at 1:07pm

Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Technical Advisory Committee meets virtually to handle routine business: approving minutes, electing a chair and vice chair for 2022, and reviewing the 2022 work plan. Staff will give informational updates on the Measure T program, the Priority Development Area Investment and Growth Strategy, and Vine Transit operations. The committee will also receive state and federal legislative updates and draft agendas for the November 17 NVTA Board meetings.

• Election of TAC Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for calendar year 2022
• Approval of October 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on Measure T program
• Update on Priority Development Area (PDA) Investment and Growth Strategy
• Vine Transit operations update for first quarter of FY 2021-2022

Paratransit Coordinating Council (PCC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority's Paratransit Coordinating Council (PCC) will meet virtually to elect a chair, vice-chair, and NVTA Board representative for 2022, approve the 2022 work plan and meeting calendar, and receive an update on Vine Transit operations. The council will also review AB 361 requirements and decide whether to continue remote meetings. A certificate will be presented to Randy Kitch for 23 years of service.

• Election of chair, vice-chair, and NVTA Board representative for 2022
• Approval of 2022 PCC Work Plan and meeting calendar
• Vine Transit operations update for Q1 FY 21-22
• AB 361 remote meeting requirements review and approval
• Certificate to Randy Kitch for 23 years of service

NVTA Board of Directors

The NVTA Board of Directors is meeting virtually on October 20, 2021. The agenda includes a closed session to evaluate the Executive Director's performance, followed by approval of the next regular meeting date and adjournment. No other substantive items are listed.

• Closed session: public employee performance evaluation for Executive Director
• Approval of next regular meeting date of November 17, 2021

NVTA Board of Directors

The NVTA Board of Directors will meet to discuss amending the FY 2021-22 budget and increasing appropriations to $76,427,700. The agenda also includes a construction contract for the Vine Bus Maintenance Facility and a new no-show policy for on-demand transit services.

• Budget amendment to increase appropriations limit to $76,427,700
• Construction contract for Vine Bus Maintenance Facility with ALTEN Construction, Inc. up to $29,510,593
• Purchase of one 40' El Dorado National Axess Diesel Bus up to $450,000
• Fund transfer agreement with Caltrans for STIP program in the amount of $91,000
• New no-show policy for Vine Transit on-demand services

The NVTA Board approved Resolution 21-27 awarding a construction contract to ALTEN Construction for the Vine Bus Maintenance Facility at Sheehy Court, pending TIFIA loan approval, and authorized the Executive Director to execute and modify Construction Agreement No. 21-46 with a contingency not exceeding $2,900,000. The board also approved consent items including minutes, officer elections, CAC appointments, easement deeds to PG&E, and several resolutions. A public hearing on the FY 2020-21 budget amendment was continued to the next meeting. The board approved the 2022 RTIP, a bus purchase, an expanded no-show policy for on-demand transit, and a resolution to continue remote meetings.

• Approved Resolution 21-27 awarding Vine Bus Maintenance Facility contract to ALTEN Construction, pending TIFIA loan (9-0)
• Approved consent items 9.1-9.7 including minutes, officer elections, CAC appointments, PG&E easements, and resolutions 21-25 and 21-26 (10-0)
• Continued public hearing on Resolution 21-24 amending FY 2020-21 budget to next meeting
• Approved 2022 RTIP with G-12 delegation authority, RTIP advancement, and LONP against future RM3 funds (9-0)
• Approved purchase order 21-2014 for one El Dorado National 40' Axess bus (9-0)
• Approved expanding Vine Transit on-demand no-show policy with amendments (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-28 to continue remote teleconference meetings under AB 361 (10-0)

NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency (NVTA-TA)

The NVTA-TA Board will hold a public hearing to approve Resolution 21-02-TA, increasing the FY 2020-21 operating budget from $16,297,500 to $21,500,000 and the FY 2021-22 budget from $17,653,200 to $23,000,000. The board will also receive a summary of the September 13 retreat and next steps for considering changes to the half-cent transportation sales tax, and vote on a resolution to continue remote meetings under AB 361. Consent items include approving retreat minutes and re-electing Chair Alfredo Pedroza and Vice Chair Liz Alessio.

• Public hearing on Resolution 21-02-TA amending FY 2020-21 budget to $21,500,000 and FY 2021-22 budget to $23,000,000
• Discussion of changes to the ½ cent transportation sales tax (Measure X) and next steps
• Resolution 21-03 to continue remote teleconference meetings under AB 361
• Annual election of Chair Alfredo Pedroza and Vice Chair Liz Alessio for second year of term
• Approval of September 13, 2021 Board Retreat minutes

The NVTA-TA Board approved Resolution 21-02-TA amending the FY 2020-21 and FY 2021-22 operating budgets, and Resolution 21-03-TA to continue remote teleconference meetings under AB 361. The board also approved the consent agenda, including the September 13, 2021 retreat minutes and the election of Chair and Vice Chair for the second year of their term. No other substantive decisions were made; item 8.1 was information only.

• Approved Resolution 21-02-TA amending FY 2020-21 and FY 2021-22 operating budgets (10-0)
• Approved consent item 7.1: September 13, 2021 retreat minutes (10-0)
• Approved consent item 7.2: election of Chair and Vice Chair for second year of two-year term (10-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-03-TA to continue remote teleconference meetings under AB 361 (10-0)

Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Technical Advisory Committee will meet virtually to discuss and recommend actions on several transportation items. Key actions include approving the TFCA Program Manager Fund Project List for FYE 2022, recommending an approach to fund the Soscol Junction shortfall, and reviewing AB 361 requirements to continue remote meetings. The committee will also receive updates on various projects and programs.

• Approve TFCA Program Manager Fund Project List for FYE 2022
• Recommend approach to fill Soscol Junction shortfall using G-12 delegation, RTIP advancement, or LONP against RM3 funds
• Review AB 361 requirements for remote public meetings and approve next teleconference meeting
• Receive presentation on ABAG-MTC Parking Policy Technical Assistance
• Approve September 2, 2021 meeting minutes

The Technical Advisory Committee recommended the NVTA Board approve a priority-ordered approach to cover unexpected $3-5 million costs at Soscol Junction, including delegation authority, additional RTIP funds, and a Letter of No Prejudice against future RM3 funds. The committee also approved the TFCA Program Manager Project List for FYE 2022, the November 4, 2021 teleconference meeting, and the September 2, 2021 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.

• Recommended NVTA Board approve Soscol Junction shortfall funding approach (10-0-1)
• Recommended NVTA Board approve TFCA Program Manager Project List FYE 2022 (11-0)
• Approved November 4, 2021 TAC meeting via teleconference (11-0)
• Approved September 2, 2021 TAC meeting minutes (10-0-1)

Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC)

The Active Transportation Advisory Committee will receive updates on the Napa Valley Vine Trail, Safe Routes to School, and Vine Transit's fourth quarter performance. The committee will also review the 2021 Legislative Agenda and provide feedback on the 2022 draft Legislative Advocacy Program.

• Vine Transit Fiscal Year 2020-21 Fourth Quarter operational update
• Review of 2022 Draft Federal and State Legislative Advocacy Program
• Napa Valley Vine Trail update
• Safe Routes to School (SRTS) update
• ABAG-MTC Parking Policy Technical Assistance discussion

NVTA Board of Directors

The NVTA Board of Directors approved modifications to the Transit Operations Services Agreement No. 21-12 with Transdev Services Inc. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included the August 18, 2021 meeting minutes and Resolution No. 21-23 extending the MTC Clipper START fare pilot program. The meeting was a special session held at the Westin Verasa in Napa.

• Approved the meeting agenda as presented.
• Approved the consent agenda items 8.1 and 8.2, including the August 18, 2021 meeting minutes and Resolution No. 21-23 extending the MTC Clipper START fare pilot program.
• Approved modifications to Transit Operations Services Agreement No. 21-12 with Transdev Services Inc.

NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency (NVTA-TA)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Tax Agency board is holding a special retreat meeting to discuss a possible sales tax measure to replace the existing Measure T, a half-cent sales tax for transportation. The board will consider bonding against future revenues, formulas for distributing local streets and road funds, funding multi-modal infrastructure, and other changes to improve the tax measure's performance. The agenda also includes approval of the July 21, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Discussion of possible sales tax measure to replace Measure T, the ½ cent sales tax for transportation
• Consideration of bonding against future revenues to bring funding forward
• Evaluating formulas for distributing local streets and road revenues
• Funding multi-modal infrastructure projects
• Approval of July 21, 2021 meeting minutes

The NVTA-TA Board held a special retreat meeting with no reportable action. Members discussed sales tax measure options to replace Measure T, based on polling results presented by consultants. The board approved the agenda, consent item 5.1 (July 21, 2021 meeting minutes), and adjourned at 1:41pm.

• Approved meeting agenda (11-0, 2 absent)
• Approved consent item 5.1: July 21, 2021 meeting minutes (10-0, 1 abstention, 2 absent)
• Discussed sales tax measure options to replace Measure T (no action taken)

Paratransit Coordinating Council (PCC)

The Paratransit Coordinating Council will meet virtually to discuss senior transportation issues, including an overview of the St. Helena Shuttle and potential participation in a working group. They will also receive an update on Vine Transit's performance for Q4 of FY 2020-21 and consider approving the July 1, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Discussion of St. Helena Shuttle service and senior transportation working group
• Vine Transit operational performance update for Q4 FY 2020-21
• Approval of July 1, 2021 meeting minutes

The Paratransit Coordinating Council approved the July 1, 2021 meeting minutes as presented. Members discussed Up Valley senior transportation needs, including a working group formed by the Napa County Commission on Aging, and received an update on Vine Transit operations and recent route changes. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved July 1, 2021 PCC meeting minutes (4-0, 2 absent)

Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) will meet virtually to receive updates on NVTA projects, Measure X and the NVTA-Tax Agency Board Retreat, paving project material availability, and Vine Transit's fourth-quarter FY 2020-21 performance. The committee will also consider designating a representative and alternate to the Napa Valley Vine Trail Coalition Board and approve the July 2, 2021 meeting minutes. Most items are for information only, with no major decisions expected.

• Approve July 2, 2021 TAC meeting minutes
• Receive update on Measure X and NVTA-Tax Agency Board Retreat
• Discuss paving project material availability
• Designate TAC representative and alternate to Napa Valley Vine Trail Coalition Board
• Receive Vine Transit operational performance update for Q4 FY 2020-21

The Technical Advisory Committee approved the July 1, 2021 meeting minutes and appointed Member Hawkes as the TAC designate on the Napa Valley Vine Trail Coalition Board, with Member Rayner continuing as alternate. The committee also discussed asphalt shortages with Syar Industries and agreed to forward project information quarterly to help with scheduling. Updates were provided on various projects, including the Vine Trail and Measure T audits.

• Approved the July 1, 2021 TAC meeting minutes (11-0, 2 absent)
• Appointed Member Hawkes as TAC designate on the Napa Valley Vine Trail Coalition Board and Member Rayner as alternate (11-0, 2 absent)
• Agreed to forward project information to NVTA quarterly for consolidation and forwarding to Syar Industries regarding asphalt needs

Community Advisory Committee (CAC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) is meeting virtually to receive information-only reports, including the Executive Director's report, annual financial highlights for NVTA and NVTA-Tax Agency, a Vine Transit operational update covering the fourth quarter of FY 2020-21 and pandemic-related changes, and a recap of the NVTA-TA Board retreat. The committee will also vote to approve meeting minutes from May 5 and July 7, 2021. No action items or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approve meeting minutes of May 5, 2021 and July 7, 2021
• Annual Report Financial Highlights for NVTA and NVTA-Tax Agency (information only)
• Vine Transit update on Q4 FY 2020-21 operational performance and pandemic service changes
• Executive Director Report (information only)
• NVTA-TA Board Retreat 'Solving for X' recap (information only)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Citizen Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its May 5, 2021 and July 7, 2021 meetings. The committee also received informational updates on NVTA staffing, financial audits, Vine Transit performance, and an upcoming board retreat. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 5, 2021 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved July 7, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0, 3 abstentions)

NVTA Board of Directors

The NVTA Board of Directors will meet to vote on several infrastructure and service contracts. Key items include construction awards for the Imola Park and Ride, professional service agreements, and a generator installation for the Soscol Gateway Transit Center.

• Construction agreement with O.C. Jones & Sons, Inc. for SR 29/Imola Avenue Park and Ride up to $2,549,007
• On-call contract services for construction management, biology, and archaeology up to $1,700,000
• Purchase and installation of a backup generator for Soscol Gateway Transit Center up to $218,214
• Appointment of ATAC representatives for the City of St. Helena and County of Napa
• Vine Transit operational performance update for Q4 FY 2020-21

The NVTA Board approved the construction contract for the SR 29/Imola Avenue Park and Ride project, authorizing the Executive Director to execute and modify Agreement No. 21-19. They also approved agreements for construction management, biologist, archeologist, and material testing services. The Board directed staff to evaluate clean fuel alternatives and leasing options for the Soscol Gateway Transit Center generator, deferring a decision. The Vine Transit update was informational only, with no action taken.

• Approved SR 29/Imola Park and Ride construction contract (Agreement No. 21-19) (11-0)
• Approved construction manager, biologist, archeologist, and material testing agreements (Nos. 21-20, 21-21, 21-22) (11-0)
• Directed staff to evaluate clean fuel alternatives and leasing options for Soscol Gateway Transit Center generator
• Approved consent agenda including July 7, 2021 minutes and ATAC member appointments (11-0, Dunbar abstained on item 8.1)

Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority's Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC) will meet virtually to receive informational updates on bicycle and pedestrian path maintenance, the Vision Zero Program, and Bicycle Friendly Communities designation. The committee will also hear an overview of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission's Regional Active Transportation Plan and approve the May 24, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Overview of MTC Regional Active Transportation Plan (information only)
• Bicycle and pedestrian path maintenance overview (information only)
• Vision Zero Program overview (information only)
• Bicycle Friendly Communities designation overview (information only)
• Approval of May 24, 2021 meeting minutes

NVTA Board of Directors

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Board is meeting virtually to decide on several major items, including a $81.4 million transit operations contract with Transdev, financing approvals for the Vine Bus Maintenance Facility, and a $85,000 amendment for the Vine Trail design project. The board will also consider the countywide bicycle/pedestrian funding claim and FY 2021-22 salary ranges.

• Resolution 21-20: Approve financing documents for Vine Transit Maintenance Facility, including TIFIA loan and debt management policy
• Resolution 21-21: Authorize 5-year, $81,355,292 transit operations contract with Transdev Services Inc., with two 1-year options through 2028
• Resolution 21-18: Transfer easement interest in APN 035-110-028 to City of Napa by quitclaim deed
• Amendment #4 to Work Order E-13: Add $85,000 for PS&E phase of Napa Valley Vine Trail-Calistoga to St. Helena project
• Resolution 21-19: Approve FY 2021-22 TDA-3 claim and 3-year program of projects for pedestrian/bicycle funds

The NVTA Board approved a five-year transit operations services agreement with Transdev Services Inc. totaling $81,355,292, with two one-year options through 2028, pending Caltrans approval. The board also approved financing for the Vine Bus Maintenance Facility project, including a TIFIA loan up to $19,917,401 and a $5,000,000 loan from Bank of Marin. Other actions included approving the TDA-3 countywide claim for $209,745 in pedestrian/bicycle funds, salary ranges for FY 2021-22, and an easement transfer to the City of Napa.

• Approved Resolution 21-21 authorizing $81,355,292 transit operations contract with Transdev Services Inc. (22-0, 2 absent)
• Approved Resolution 21-20 financing for Vine Bus Maintenance Facility, including TIFIA loan up to $19,917,401 and $5M Bank of Marin loan (23-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Resolution 21-19 TDA-3 claim for $209,745 in pedestrian/bicycle funds and three-year program of projects (23-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Resolution 21-22 FY 2021-22 salary ranges for NVTA job classifications (16-1, 3 absent)
• Approved amended easement agreement and quitclaim transfer to City of Napa (consent item 8.2)
• Approved Amendment #4 to Vine Trail Calistoga-St. Helena project work order with RSA+ (consent item 8.3)
• Approved June 16, 2021 meeting minutes (22-0, 1 abstain, 1 absent)

NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency (NVTA-TA)

The NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency will meet virtually to consider two action items: approving the April 21, 2021 meeting minutes and approving an updated City of Napa Five-Year Project List. The meeting is held under COVID-19 guidelines with public comment by email or Zoom.

• Approval of April 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approval of updated City of Napa Five-Year Project List
• Public comment via email by 10 a.m. or Zoom during meeting
• Next special meeting date set for September 13, 2021

Community Advisory Committee (CAC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority's Citizen Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to receive quarterly project updates, an overview of Vision Zero traffic safety concepts, and a Vine Transit service performance update. The committee will also vote on approving its May 5, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Quarterly project update covering Soscol Junction, Vine Trail St. Helena to Calistoga, Bus Maintenance Facility, SR 29 American Canyon, Imola Avenue Complete Street, SR 37 Corridor Improvements
• Consent agenda: approval of May 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Executive Director Report by Kate Miller (information only)
• Vision Zero Overview presentation by Diana Meehan (information only)
• Vine Transit Service Update by Rebecca Schenck on performance since May 9, 2021 service change

The Citizen Advisory Committee met on July 7, 2021, but lacked a quorum, so the consent agenda item to approve the May 5, 2021 minutes was continued to the September 1, 2021 meeting. The committee received informational updates on the Executive Director's report, a Vision Zero overview, and a Vine Transit service update, with no action taken on these items. The meeting adjourned at 6:18pm.

• Continued approval of May 5, 2021 meeting minutes to September 1, 2021 due to no quorum
• Received Executive Director report as information only
• Received Vision Zero overview as information only, no action taken
• Received Vine Transit service update as information only, no action taken
• Approved next regular meeting date of September 1, 2021

Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) will meet virtually to review the Transportation Development Act Article 3 (TDA 3) Program of Projects and provide a recommendation to the NVTA Board. The committee will also nominate and elect a Vice Chairperson for the remainder of 2021, receive a presentation on crosswalk best practices, and hear updates on legislation, transit, and Measure T. The meeting is open to public comment via Zoom or phone.

• Review of TDA 3 Program of Projects (pages 13-54) and recommendation to NVTA Board
• Nomination and election of Vice Chairperson for remainder of calendar year 2021
• Presentation on crosswalk best practices (information only)
• Approval of May 6, 2021 meeting minutes
• Updates on county transportation, project monitoring, Caltrans, Vine Trail, transit, and Measure T

The Technical Advisory Committee recommended the NVTA Board approve the TDA 3 Program of Projects as presented, with a 12-0 vote (2 absent). The committee also appointed Clark as Vice Chair for the remainder of 2021 and approved the May 6, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.

• Recommended NVTA Board approve TDA 3 Program of Projects (12-0, 2 absent)
• Appointed Clark as Vice Chair for remainder of 2021 (12-0, 2 absent)
• Approved May 6, 2021 TAC meeting minutes (9-0, 2 abstentions, 3 absent)

Paratransit Coordinating Council (PCC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority's Paratransit Coordinating Council is holding a virtual meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and receive an informational update on Vine Transit services. The agenda is largely procedural, with no votes on new policies or funding.

• Approval of May 6, 2021 meeting minutes
• Vine Transit service update (information only)
• Virtual meeting via Zoom due to COVID-19 orders
• Public comments accepted by email or during meeting

The Paratransit Coordinating Council approved the minutes from its May 6, 2021 meeting. Staff provided an update on Vine Transit service, including changes scheduled for August 15, 2021. Members discussed a potential shared shuttle for the Angwin/Calistoga/St. Helena area and the possibility of forming an Up Valley working group, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved the May 6, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Collette, second by Spencer; 4-0-2).
• Discussed, but did not vote on, adding a shared shuttle for the Angwin/Calistoga/St. Helena area.
• Discussed, but did not vote on, forming an Up Valley working group with local agencies and colleges.

NVTA Board of Directors

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Board will consider approving agreements for four electric vehicle charging stations in Yountville and St. Helena, and a resolution to waive the 180-day CalPERS wait period for a new employee. They will also receive updates on the Safe Routes to School program, Vine Transit operations, and state legislation. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19.

• Resolution 21-17: Exception to CalPERS 180-day wait period
• Agreement 21-15: Design and install 4 EV charging stations (2 in Yountville, 2 in St. Helena)
• Vine Transit operational performance update since May 9, 2021 service change
• Safe Routes to School public opinion research findings
• Closed session: Anticipated litigation (claim of Jesus Villa Pimentel)

Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The June 3, 2021 Technical Advisory Committee meeting has been canceled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is July 1, 2021 at 2 p.m. No other business is listed.

• Meeting canceled
• Next meeting July 1, 2021

Independent Taxpayer Oversight Committee (ITOC)

The Independent Taxpayer Oversight Committee (ITOC) will hear presentations from City of Calistoga and City of Napa staff on their Measure T projects, and review several information-only reports including the FY 2020-21 year-to-date financial update, website usage analytics, and semi-annual project progress reports. The committee will also approve the March 3, 2021 meeting minutes and set the next meeting date.

• Presentations on Measure T projects by City of Calistoga and City of Napa staff
• FY 2020-21 year-to-date financial update on Measure T sales tax revenues
• Measure T website usage analytics review
• Semi-annual Measure T project progress reports (July 1 – December 31, 2020)
• Approval of March 3, 2021 meeting minutes

Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority's Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC) is meeting virtually to review the draft Transportation Development Act Article 3 (TDA 3) program of projects for fiscal years 2021-22 through 2023-24 and provide a recommendation to the NVTA Board of Directors. The committee will also receive updates on the Napa Valley Vine Trail, active transportation legislation, and the Napa County Bicycle Coalition's Safe Routes to School program funded by One Bay Area Grant 2. Consent agenda includes approval of the April 26, 2021 special meeting minutes.

• Review of draft TDA 3 program of projects for FY 2021-22 through FY 2023-24
• Update on Napa Valley Vine Trail
• Update on Safe Routes to School program funded by One Bay Area Grant 2 (OBAG 2)
• Approval of April 26, 2021 ATAC special meeting minutes
• Public comment via Zoom or phone due to COVID-19 virtual meeting

The Active Transportation Advisory Committee unanimously recommended the NVTA Board approve the TDA-3 three-year program of projects, which allocates state transportation funds to active transportation projects. The committee also approved the April 26, 2021 special meeting minutes. Updates were provided on the Vine Trail, including construction starts and funding gaps, and on the Safe Routes to School program, which received a one-year extension and $100K in MTC Quick Strike funding.

• Recommended NVTA Board approve TDA-3 three-year program of projects (unanimous)
• Approved April 26, 2021 ATAC special meeting minutes (unanimous)

NVTA Board of Directors

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Board will consider adopting the final Countywide Transportation Plan (CTP) — Advancing Mobility 2045, which outlines the region's transportation priorities. The board will also hear a presentation on the draft Plan Bay Area 2050 and vote on several consent items, including a resolution to request a Letter of No Prejudice for State Route 29 improvements and the disposal of a non-compliant bus. A regular agenda item proposes an exception to the CalPERS 180-day wait period and an hourly rate adjustment for a vacant Construction/Project Manager position.

• Adoption of Countywide Transportation Plan (CTP) — Advancing Mobility 2045
• Resolution 21-03, Revised: Request Letter of No Prejudice for SR 29 Improvements
• Resolution 21-14: Disposal of Bus 628 from Vine Transit Fleet (no longer ADA compliant)
• Resolution 21-15: Right of Way Certification for Napa Valley Vine Trail: St. Helena to Calistoga
• Resolution 21-16: Exception to CalPERS 180-day wait period and Construction/Project Manager hourly rate adjustment

The NVTA Board of Directors approved the Countywide Transportation Plan (CTP): Advancing Mobility 2045, the region's long-range transportation blueprint. The board also approved Resolution 21-16, granting an exception to the 180-day wait period and adjusting the construction/project manager hourly rate, with one dissenting vote. Consent items, including minutes, an ATAC appointment, a RM3 letter of no prejudice request, bus disposal, and right-of-way certification, were approved as a block.

• Approved Countywide Transportation Plan (CTP): Advancing Mobility 2045 (10-0-2 absent)
• Approved Resolution 21-16 exception to 180-day wait period and hourly rate adjustment (9-1-2 absent)
• Approved consent items 10.1-10.5 including minutes, ATAC appointment, RM3 LONP request, bus disposal, and right-of-way certification (10-0-2 absent)
• Approved board position on State Bill Matrix (10-0-2 absent)
• Adopted agenda (8-0-4 absent)

Technical Advisory Committee (TAC)

The Technical Advisory Committee will review several transportation updates, including the Vine Trail and Vine Transit operations. The committee is also tasked with recommending that the NVTA Board adopt the Countywide Transportation Plan.

• Recommendation for adoption of Countywide Transportation Plan: Advancing Mobility 2045
• Update on CRRSAA funds for highway projects
• Measure T financial update and project signage review
• Vine Transit operations update for Q3 Fiscal Year 2020/2021
• Approval of March 4, 2021 meeting minutes

The Technical Advisory Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the NVTA Board adopt the Countywide Transportation Plan: Advancing Mobility 2045, following public outreach that gathered over one hundred comments. The committee also approved the March 4, 2021 meeting minutes. Staff provided updates on various projects, including the Vine Trail, Measure T paving, and federal funding requests.

• Recommended adoption of Countywide Transportation Plan: Advancing Mobility 2045 (unanimous)
• Approved March 4, 2021 TAC meeting minutes (unanimous)

Paratransit Coordinating Council (PCC)

The Paratransit Coordinating Council meeting includes informational updates regarding stimulus funding and Vine Transit operations. The council will also review the March 4, 2021, meeting minutes.

• Approval of March 4, 2021, PCC Meeting Minutes
• Stimulus Funding Update
• Vine Transit Quarterly Update for Q3 of Fiscal Year 2020/2021
• Vine Transit Service Update regarding May 2021 changes

The Paratransit Coordinating Council approved the minutes from its March 4, 2021 meeting with a 4-0 vote (one abstention, one absence). Staff provided updates on stimulus funding from CARES, CRRSAA, and potential American Recovery Act funds, as well as Vine Transit's quarterly performance. Service changes effective May 9, 2021 were reviewed, including new Routes N and S in Napa, return to weekday schedules on Routes 10 and 11, and extended Friday/Saturday hours in Yountville and Calistoga. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 4, 2021 PCC meeting minutes (4-0, 1 abstention, 1 absent)
• Heard stimulus funding update from CARES, CRRSAA, and potential ARA funds
• Reviewed Vine Transit Q3 FY2020-21 operational performance report
• Noted service changes effective May 9, 2021: new Routes N and S, weekday schedules on Routes 10/11, extended hours in Yountville/Calistoga

Community Advisory Committee (CAC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Citizen Advisory Committee will review several informational reports. The meeting includes updates on federal stimulus funding, the Safe Routes to School program, and Vine Transit operational performance.

• Approval of March 3, 2021, meeting minutes
• Federal Surface Transportation Reauthorization Project update
• Federal Stimulus Funding update
• Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Program overview
• Vine Transit Q3 operational performance update

The Citizen Advisory Committee approved the March 3, 2021 meeting minutes as the only formal action. All other agenda items were informational only, including updates on federal transportation reauthorization, stimulus funding, Safe Routes to School, and the Countywide Transportation Plan. No substantive decisions were made beyond the consent item.

• Approved March 3, 2021 meeting minutes (9-0, 3 absent)

Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority's Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC) is meeting virtually to review and approve Complete Streets Checklists for the Napa Forward SR 29 Safety and Operational Improvements and the Napa County Safe Routes to School Program. The committee will also approve the March 22, 2021 meeting minutes. Public comments can be submitted by email or via Zoom.

• Review and approve Complete Streets Checklist for Napa Forward SR 29 Safety and Operational Improvements
• Review and approve Complete Streets Checklist for Napa County Safe Routes to School Program
• Approve meeting minutes of March 22, 2021
• Virtual meeting via Zoom (ID 92900898715) due to COVID-19

The Active Transportation Advisory Committee approved complete streets checklists for two Napa County projects submitted for MTC Quick Strike funding: the SR 29 Safety and Operational Improvements (with amendments) and the Napa County Safe Routes to School program. Both motions passed unanimously with 5 ayes and 1 absence. The committee also accepted the March 22, 2021 meeting minutes as submitted.

• Approved March 22, 2021 meeting minutes (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved SR 29 Safety and Operational Improvements complete streets checklist with amendments (5-0, 1 absent)
• Approved Napa County Safe Routes to School complete streets checklist as presented (5-0, 1 absent)

NVTA Board of Directors

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Board will meet virtually to consider several action items, including approving $777,652 in federal coronavirus relief funds for the Soscol Junction project, amending the Executive Director's contract, and authorizing contracts for legal services and on-demand software. The board will also receive updates on Vine Transit operations and the FY 2020-21 Q2 budget review.

• Resolution 21-12: $777,652 in CRRSAA funds for Soscol Junction, with 5% for Planning Programming and Monitoring
• Amendment 6 to Executive Director contract (Agreement No. NVTA 12-08)
• First Amendment to Agreement No. 20-18 with Nossaman, LLC for TIFIA legal services, not to exceed $75,000
• Amendment 4 to Purchase Order 20-2013 with DoubleMap Inc. for on-demand software, $33,962.64
• Access and Indemnification Agreement for parcel 057-250-025-000

The NVTA Board approved Amendment 6 to the Executive Director's agreement, along with several other items including a consent agenda, an amendment for TIFIA legal services, an on-demand software purchase order amendment, federal transportation project requests, a resolution for CRRSAA funds, and support for three state bills. All votes were unanimous among those present, with Director Pedroza absent and Director Dorman abstaining on one consent item and departing before the final vote.

• Approved consent agenda items 8.1-8.3 (minutes, meeting time resolution, access agreement) (10-0, Dorman abstained on 8.1)
• Approved Amendment 6 to Executive Director Agreement No. 12-08 (11-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Nossaman TIFIA legal services agreement (11-0)
• Approved Amendment 4 to Purchase Order 20-2013 for on-demand software (11-0)
• Approved Federal Surface Transportation Reauthorization Project Requests (11-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-13 for CRRSAA Regional Transportation Improvement Program funds (11-0)
• Approved support position on three state bills in the bill matrix (10-0, Dorman departed)

NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency (NVTA-TA)

The NVTA-TA Board approved Resolution 21-01 TA, amending the regular meeting time for the remainder of 2021. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included the March 17, 2021 meeting minutes and the Measure T Project Progress Report. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved Resolution 21-01 TA amending the regular meeting time (9-0)
• Approved consent items: March 17, 2021 meeting minutes and Measure T Project Progress Report (8-0, 1 recusal)

NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency (NVTA-TA)

The NVTA Tax Agency board approved the Maintenance of Effort (MOE) for each jurisdiction for fiscal year 2019-20, as recommended by staff. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the February 17, 2021 meeting. Two items were presented for information only with no action taken: the FYE 2019-2020 financial update and the draft Biennial Measure T Report. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved the Maintenance of Effort (MOE) for each jurisdiction for FY 2019-20 (motion by Garcia, seconded by Joseph, passed 12-0).
• Approved the consent agenda, including the February 17, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Dunbar, seconded by Joseph, passed 11-0 with one abstention).
• Received the FYE 2019-2020 financial update as information only; no action taken.
• Received the draft Biennial Measure T Report for FY 2018-19 and 2019-20 as information only; no action taken.

NVTA Board of Directors

The NVTA Board of Directors approved a proposed organizational restructure of the agency (10.1) and authorized the release of the Countywide Transportation Plan (CTP) draft, Advancing Mobility 2045 (10.2). The board also approved several consent items, including appointments, resolutions, and agreements, and approved a loan agreement with Bank of Marin. All votes were recorded with tallies as noted in the minutes.

• Approved organizational restructure of NVTA (10-1, Dunbar nay)
• Approved release of Countywide Transportation Plan draft (unanimous)
• Approved consent items 9.2-9.9 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Feb 17, 2021 (10-0, Knight abstain)
• Approved Resolutions 21-10 and 21-11 for MTC Quick-Strike program (10-1, Kraus nay)
• Approved Agreement 21-07 with GMV Synchromatics for CAD/AVL system (unanimous)
• Approved Loan Agreement with Bank of Marin (unanimous)
• Approved Federal and State Legislative Update (unanimous)

NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency (NVTA-TA)

The NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency will meet to discuss updates from the Director and various officials. The primary action item involves authorizing an amendment to an agreement with the County of Napa to ensure compliance with FAA policies.

• Amendment No. 1 to NVTA-TA Agreement No. 2018-02 regarding FAA compliance for airport revenue and aviation fuel taxes
• Approval of January 20, 2021, meeting minutes

NVTA Board of Directors

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Board will hold a public hearing to increase the FY 2020-21 budget by $35,747,000 to finance the Vine Bus Maintenance Facility, including approving a $5,000,000 loan agreement with Bank of Marin and authorizing TIFIA financing arrangements. The board will also consider consent items, including adopting the TFCA expenditure plan, and regular items such as purchasing two zero-emission battery-electric buses for up to $2,200,000 and receiving the audited financial statements.

• Public hearing to increase FY 2020-21 budget to $35,747,000 for Vine Bus Maintenance Facility
• Resolution 21-05 adopting budget appropriation and conceptual financing plan for the facility
• Resolution 21-06 authorizing $5,000,000 loan agreement with Bank of Marin
• Resolution 21-07 adopting TFCA Program Manager Expenditure Plan for FYE 2022
• Purchase of two 40-foot zero-emission battery-electric buses from Proterra Inc. for up to $2,200,000

NVTA Board of Directors

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority Board of Directors will meet virtually to consider consent agenda items including approving meeting minutes, appointing members to advisory committees, and authorizing grant-related resolutions. They will also discuss a Blue Ribbon Task Force update, authorize the purchase of new bus stop shelters using grant funding, and receive a legislative update.

• Resolution 21-01 supporting State Coastal Conservancy grant for Ridge/Vine Trail: Calistoga to Bothe State Park
• Resolution 21-02 and 21-03 submitting Letters of No Prejudice for Soscol Junction and Vine Maintenance Facility
• Resolution 21-04 approving Amendment No. 12 to the NVTA Joint Powers Agreement
• Authorization to purchase bus stop shelters from Tolar Manufacturing Company using AHSC grant funding
• Appointments to Citizen Advisory Committee, Active Transportation Advisory Committee, and Paratransit Coordinating Council

The NVTA Board of Directors met virtually on January 20, 2021, and approved the consent agenda (items 9.1-9.7) and the purchase of new bus stop shelters from Tolar Manufacturing Company, Inc. using AHSC grant funding. The board also received informational updates on the Blue Ribbon Task Force and state legislation. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda items 9.1-9.7 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of bus stop shelters from Tolar Manufacturing Company, Inc. using AHSC grant funding (unanimous)

NVTA Board of Directors - Tax Agency (NVTA-TA)

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority-Tax Agency board will meet virtually to approve consent items including meeting minutes, the 2021 meeting schedule, and an ITOC member appointment. The main regular item is authorizing an amendment to an agreement with Napa County to comply with FAA rules on airport revenue from aviation fuel taxes. Public comment is accepted via email or Zoom.

• Approve meeting minutes of July 15, 2020
• Resolution No. 20-03-TA setting 2021 meeting schedule for NVTA-TA and ITOC
• Appoint Pamela Kindig to ITOC for four-year term
• Authorize Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 2018-02 with County of Napa for FAA compliance on aviation fuel tax revenue

The NVTA-TA Board approved the meeting agenda with a continuance of Agenda Item 9.1, and approved Consent Items 8.1-8.3 (including meeting minutes, a resolution setting 2021 meeting schedules, and an ITOC member appointment) by a 12-0 vote. Agenda Item 9.1, an amendment to Agreement No. 2018-02 regarding FAA compliance and aviation fuel tax proceeds, was continued because Napa County did not agree with the amendment as written. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda with continuance of Item 9.1 (12-0)
• Approved Consent Items 8.1-8.3 (12-0)
• Continued Item 9.1 (FAA amendment) due to county disagreement