St. Helena public meetings in 2024

City Council

The December 24, 2024 Regular City Council meeting is cancelled. The next Regular City Council meeting is scheduled for January 14, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items.

• Meeting cancelled for December 24, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for January 14, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will hear updates on two key items: a proposal to prioritize rehabilitation of the city's skate park (with a total estimated cost of $31,775, not fully funded) and a proposed facility use agreement with St. Helena Little League for Crane Park baseball fields. The commission will also receive staff reports on parks maintenance and recreation services, and may approve the November 18 meeting minutes.

• Skate park rehabilitation proposal: $31,775 total cost, including $10,975 in materials and $20,800 in staff labor; not in current budget; seeks prioritization recommendation
• Proposed facility use agreement with St. Helena Little League for Crane Park baseball fields, including a steering committee and shared maintenance plan
• Consent calendar: approval of November 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Staff reports: Parks Maintenance Update and Recreation Services Update
• Public forum for non-agenda items (4-minute limit)

Library Board of Trustees

The St. Helena Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with reports from staff and the Friends & Foundation, and will discuss board transitions, the SPLASH user group, the workplan and subcommittee reports, and a presentation of the MyLibro app. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Report from Friends & Foundation, St. Helena Public Library
• Review of Board Transitions and Timeline
• Review of SPLASH User Group
• Review of Workplan and SubCommittee Reports
• Presentation of MyLibro app

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting of the St. Helena City Council. The only substantive item is a conference with legal counsel regarding a liability claim filed by Thompson Builders Corp. against the city. No public decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Closed session: liability claim by Thompson Builders Corp. (Gov't Code sec. 54956.9)

City Council

The St. Helena City Council is holding a special meeting for a work session on the Streets Master Plan. The agenda includes only this single presentation item, with no decisions or votes scheduled. Public comment is limited to agenda items and each speaker has four minutes.

• Streets Master Plan presentation and work session
• Public comment limited to 4 minutes per speaker
• Meeting live-streamed on Comcast Channel 28 and city website

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will hold public hearings on amending the zoning code to change how housing in-lieu fees are calculated and on adopting new affordable housing and commercial linkage fees. The council will also consider consent items including a $37,073 contract for water treatment plant work, a $50,000 amendment to a real estate advisory contract, and a license agreement with Tesla for 12 EV chargers at no cost to the city. Additionally, the council will certify the November 5 election results, recognize outgoing members, swear in new members, and consider a process to fill a vacancy.

• Public hearing: Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA 2024-001) to amend Chapter 17.30 on housing in-lieu fee calculation
• Public hearing: Review of affordable housing in-lieu fees and nonresidential/commercial linkage fee options
• Consent: Professional Services Agreement with Haley & Aldrich for Water Treatment Plant Transmission Main Replacement (W25-02), not to exceed $37,073
• Consent: Amendment #2 to STH Contract FY2023-050 with Kosmont Companies for real estate advisory, additional $50,000 (total $125,000)
• Consent: License agreement with Tesla Inc. for 12 Level 3 EV chargers at Oak Avenue / Money Way parking lot, no cost to city

Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee meets to discuss two major items: updates to the Streets Master Plan, which outlines 49 bikeway and 40 intersection projects citywide, and the Pope Street/Highway 29 intersection improvements. Both discussions focus on safety, connectivity, and multimodal options for residents.

• Streets Master Plan update with 49 bikeway and 40 intersection projects proposed citywide
• Pope Street/Highway 29 intersection improvements under review for safety and traffic flow
• Spring Street bike facility design options under discussion for summer 2025 construction
• Downtown sidewalk rehabilitation completed with 5,000 sq ft of paver work and 10 new trees
• Future agenda items include Vine Trail engagement and sidewalk repair incentive program

City Council

The regularly scheduled City Council meeting on November 26, 2024, was cancelled. No decisions or discussions occurred. The next meeting is scheduled for December 10, 2024.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The St. Helena Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar, staff reports, and several scheduled matters. Key items include a presentation on the city's 5-year Capital Improvement Program, an update on an urban forest grant, and recognition of a volunteer service award winner. The commission will also review park assignments and subcommittee goals for 2024-25.

• Recognition of Volunteer Service Award winner Erin Burke
• Update on Napa Resource Conservation District's Urban Forest Grant
• Capital Improvement Program update: 5-year plan with $13.8M in FY25, $24.9M in FY26
• Park assignments for commissioners (e.g., Crane, Hunt, Lyman, Jacob Meily)
• Ad-hoc subcommittee reports on master plan, trails, and parks enhancement

Library Board of Trustees

The St. Helena Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on November 13, 2024. They will administer the oath of office to a board member, hear reports from staff and the Friends & Foundation, review the annual survey results for FY 2023-24, and discuss the board's work plan and subcommittee assignments. The agenda includes consent items and public comment opportunities.

• Oath of office for board member administered by City Clerk Cindy Tzafopoulos
• Report from Friends & Foundation, St. Helena Public Library by Deanna M. Griffin
• Presentation of annual survey for FY 2023-24 (total operating income $1,206,509; total operating expenditures $1,243,607)
• Discussion of work plan and subcommittee assignments
• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2024 meeting

City Council

This is a special closed session meeting of the St. Helena City Council. The council will discuss negotiations with two employee unions and a liability claim filed by Thompson Builders, Inc. No public decisions are expected, as the session is closed.

• Closed session negotiations with St. Helena Employees Association (SHEA)
• Closed session negotiations with St. Helena Police Officers Association (POA)
• Liability claim by Thompson Builders, Inc. against the City

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will vote on several consent items, including a $70,000 contract amendment for software support, a $224,000 turf installation project, and a license agreement with Tesla for 12 EV chargers. They will also consider establishing a Finance Committee, approving an amended employment agreement with the City Manager, and adopting staffing recommendations that include reclassifying a position to Deputy City Manager. A public hearing on affordable housing fees is continued to December 10, 2024.

• Contract amendment with Client First Technologies for $70,000 (total $126,700) for software migration support
• Award Meily Turf Installation and Irrigation Upgrade Project to Marina Landscape Inc. for $224,000
• License agreement with Tesla Inc. for 12 Level 3 EV chargers at Oak Avenue/Money Way parking lot at no cost to city
• Resolution approving amended employment agreement with City Manager Anil Comelo and performance bonus
• Staffing changes: reclassify Assistant Public Works Director to Deputy City Manager, add Assistant Planner FTE, adjust POA MOU

City Council

The St. Helena City Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for the ATSC, a Youth Advisory Member to the Parks & Rec Commission, and a Youth Advisory Member to the Library Board of Trustees. The agenda contains only this new business item, along with standard procedural items like call to order and public comment.

• Applicant interviews for ATSC
• Youth Advisory Member to Parks & Rec Commission
• Youth Advisory Member to Library Board of Trustees

Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee will hear updates on the countywide Active Transportation Plan and the City's 5-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP). The CIP update includes project lists, budgets, and highlights such as Oak Avenue rehabilitation and water system upgrades. The meeting also includes approval of the October 2, 2024 minutes and public comment.

• Countywide Active Transportation Plan update (NVTA) with adoption expected November 2025
• 5-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY24/25–FY28/29) with 106 total projects
• Oak Avenue Rehabilitation: $1.0M added in FY25 (Gas Tax/Measure T), $1.5M storm drain rehab (GO Bond)
• Water projects: Bell Canyon Intake Tower Replacement ($6.3M), Napa Intertie Pump Station Replacement ($10.6M in FY29)
• Bike safety projects on South Crane, Spring, Birch, Edwards, Hunt, Pratt, Sylvaner, Allyn avenues

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will meet as a joint body with the Financing Authority to decide on financing for the 2024 Wastewater System Improvement Project. The body will also consider approval of minutes, grant reports, water main replacement resolutions, and a 40-unit affordable housing fee waiver at 0 Fountain Street.

• Approve $9.36M USDA loan for Wastewater System Improvement Project
• Adopt resolution accepting Kearney and Andrea Water Main Replacement Project completion
• Authorize $35,000 contract amendment for Water Tank #2 Rehabilitation
• Waive up to $199,922 in fees and use $1.1M in housing funds for 40-unit affordable project at 0 Fountain Street
• Add 12 Tesla Level 3 EV chargers to Oak Avenue/Money Way Public Parking Lot at no cost

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and provide feedback on park maintenance priorities and enhancements, following a September presentation. They will also receive updates on the Harvest Festival and subcommittee reports, and consider future agenda items.

• Continued discussion on parks maintenance and priorities for park enhancement
• Harvest Festival recap and feedback
• Ad-hoc subcommittee reports on goals and park assignments
• Future agenda items and meeting dates for November and December

Planning Commission

The St. Helena Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two permit requests: a major sign permit for a projecting sign at 1429 Main St. and a conditional use permit amendment to permanently allow wine tasting, sales, and office use at 1118 Hunt Ave. The commission will also consider approving the September 17, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Major Sign Permit for one double-sided projecting sign (approx. 11.6 sq ft per side) at 1429 Main St. (NO|MA House)
• Conditional use permit amendment for wine tasting, wine sales, and accessory office use at 1118 Hunt Ave. (ACME Fine Wines)
• Both projects are recommended for CEQA exemptions (Class 11(a) and Section 15301)
• Approval of September 17, 2024 Planning Commission minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The St. Helena Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the September 2024 operating expense report, discuss the work plan and subcommittee assignments, and hear reports from staff and the Friends & Foundation. The agenda also includes approval of the August 14, 2024 meeting minutes and a review of the October 2024 newsletter. No major policy decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Review of September 2024 operating expense report showing $1,243,607.25 total budget with $258,845.11 spent year-to-date
• Discussion of work plan and subcommittee assignments for 2024-25 term
• Report from Friends & Foundation, St. Helena Public Library
• Review of October 2024 library newsletter (English and Spanish)
• Approval of August 14, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting of the St. Helena City Council. The council will conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager and confer with the City Attorney as labor negotiator regarding the City Manager, who is an unrepresented employee. No public action is expected, as the agenda is limited to closed-session items.

• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation for City Manager
• Closed session: Conference with labor negotiator (City Attorney) regarding unrepresented employee (City Manager)

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will hold a public hearing to review and provide direction on affordable housing in-lieu fees and nonresidential/commercial linkage fees, with adoption planned for October 22. The council will also discuss potential projects for the 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) applications. Consent items include accepting a utility easement, adopting an ordinance for traffic calming measures, establishing a water filtration device rebate program, and approving water management contracts. Additionally, the council will receive a presentation on fire and EMS services analysis and discuss rezoning the Noble House housing site.

• Public hearing on Affordable Housing In-Lieu Fees and Nonresidential/Commercial Linkage Fee options
• Discussion on 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) applications
• Resolution to establish Water Filtration Device Rebate Program with $50,000 from Water Enterprise Fund
• Professional Services Agreements for water management: $49,901 with Luhdorff & Scalmanini and $232,099 with West Yost
• Discussion on rezoning Noble House housing site to High Density Residential

Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee will discuss a proposed increase to the Cash for Grass rebate program, raising residential incentives from $750 to $1,500 and commercial from $2,500 to $3,000, with a recommended $25,000 budget. They will also receive an update on the FY 24/25 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting includes routine consent calendar approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Proposed Cash for Grass rebate increase: residential up to $1,500, commercial up to $3,000
• Recommended program budget of $25,000 for 16 residential and 8 commercial customers
• Program dates: start April 1, 2025, application deadline September 30, 2025
• FY 24/25 Capital Improvement Program update
• Consent calendar: approval of September 4, 2024 meeting minutes

Measure H Oversight Committee

The Measure H Oversight Committee will receive a staff update on S&P Global Ratings' revision of the city's GO bond outlook from stable to negative, and a status update on capital projects funded by the GO bond. The rating action reflects projected deficits through fiscal 2028 and potential financial pressures.

• S&P revised outlook on 2022 GO bonds to negative; affirmed AA+ rating
• City forecasts deficits through fiscal 2028; fund balance draw of $2.8 million in FY2024
• Potential 1.5%-3% real estate transfer tax on sales over $1 million, pending November 2024 vote
• City plans $5M-$10M second tranche of GO debt and $18M enterprise debt over four years
• GO bond funds water quality, drought resilience, and infrastructure repairs

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will consider consent items including a $1.2 million contract for the Crinella Pump Station Upgrades, a $40,000 contract amendment for building/planning services, and a water supply report. Public hearings include a sewer annexation for 1582 Sulphur Springs Ave, an ordinance to allow traffic calming measures, and a continued discussion on CDBG applications. The council will also introduce a water filtration device rebate program and adopt the five-year Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2024-25 to 2028-29.

• Award Crinella Pump Station Upgrades S18-71 to Fort Bragg Electric for $1,200,022, with a budget amendment of $327,026
• Approve sewer annexation of 1582 Sulphur Springs Ave into St. Helena Municipal Sewer District No. 1 (MSD Annexation No. 150)
• Introduce ordinance to allow traffic calming measures, including speed cushions, subject to Fire Chief approval
• Adopt five-year Capital Improvement Program for FY 2024-25 to 2028-29
• Approve $40,000 contract amendments with 4Leaf and Interwest for building/planning services

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hear a staff presentation on park maintenance and proposed criteria for prioritizing enhancements across the city's 11 parks, ahead of a future Master Plan process. They will also receive a public comment from the Skatepark Founders Committee requesting restoration of irrigation and tree replacement at Crane Park's skatepark. The commission will consider adopting the August 19, 2024 meeting minutes and discuss the Harvest Festival and subcommittee assignments.

• Presentation on park maintenance and recommendations for park enhancements, including criteria for prioritization
• Public comment from Skatepark Founders Committee requesting irrigation restoration and tree replacement at Crane Park skatepark
• Consent calendar: approval of August 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Harvest Festival update and nomination of Pet Pawrade judges
• Ad-hoc subcommittee reports on 2024-25 goals and park assignments

Planning Commission

The St. Helena Planning Commission will meet to decide whether the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) conforms to the city’s General Plan. The CIP outlines planned infrastructure projects and their funding. No other substantive items are listed on this agenda.

City Council

The St. Helena City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss the City's Affordable Housing In-Lieu Fees and Nonresidential/Commercial Linkage Fees. A report and presentation will be given, followed by public comment. No formal action is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Affordable Housing In-Lieu Fees
• Discussion of Nonresidential/Commercial Linkage Fees
• Public comment on the fee discussion
• Presentation by Mary Stephenson

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting of the St. Helena City Council. The council will conduct a performance evaluation of the City Manager and discuss a liability claim filed by Thompson Builders, Inc. against the City of Santa Rosa. No public decisions are expected, as the agenda is limited to closed-session items.

• Public Employee Performance Evaluation: City Manager (Brown Act Section 54957)
• Liability Claim: Thompson Builders, Inc. vs. City of Santa Rosa

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will review a proposed General Plan Amendment for 1030 Fulton Lane and decide whether to process it, and will consider awarding a $365,280 contract for the Downtown Sidewalk Paver Repair Project. The agenda also includes presentations on fire/climate change, capital improvements, water quality, and budget, plus several consent items like street closures for festivals and a greenhouse gas ordinance.

• Award $365,280 contract to TCW Concrete for R25-81 Downtown Sidewalk Paver Repair Project, with $420,072 budget transfer from Measure T funds
• Preliminary review of General Plan Amendment for 1030 Fulton Lane (APN 009-194-005) requested by Fulton Junction Partners LLC
• Waive second reading of ordinance adding Sections 15.18.020-15.18.090 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
• Resolutions for temporary street closures and open alcohol possession for 2024 Harvest Festival and Holiday Wine Barrel Tree event
• Informational item on Measure B with public comments

Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee will consider a staff recommendation to partner with Tesla to install 12 Level 3 chargers at the Oak Avenue/Money Way parking lot, replacing the expiring EVgo contract. The committee will also hear a presentation from Upper Valley Disposal on foodware reduction and recycling guidelines. Nominations for Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2025 are also on the agenda.

• Review of EV charging locations and options, including staff recommendation for Tesla at Oak Avenue/Money Way lot
• Upper Valley Disposal presentation on foodware reduction and recycling
• Nominations for Vice Chair for Fiscal Year 2025
• Consent calendar: approval of August 7, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The September 3, 2024 Planning Commission meeting is cancelled. The only substantive item, a demolition and design review permit for a new home at 710 Kidd Ranch Road, is continued to September 17, 2024. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from July 16 and August 6, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; item continued to September 17, 2024
• Demolition and design review for new single-family home, pool, and spa at 710 Kidd Ranch Road (continued)
• Approval of minutes from July 16 and August 6, 2024

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will meet to approve minutes from the August 13 meeting, adopt a resolution setting the 2025 tax rate for general obligation bonds, and introduce an ordinance to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The council will also discuss water supply and review a committee recommendation on water/wastewater.

• 2025 tax rate for general obligation bonds
• Amendment #1 to professional services agreement with California Consulting for $25,000 (total not-to-exceed $50,000)
• Introduction of ordinance to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (Sections 15.18.020–15.18.090)
• July 2024 water supply review and forecasting
• Review of Ad Hoc Water/Wastewater Exploratory Committee recommendation

City Council

The St. Helena City Council is holding a special meeting to consider three applications for one open seat on the Library Board of Trustees, with a term expiring June 30, 2025. The applicants are Hailey Covey, Jonathan Furuta, and Nadia Torres. The council will discuss and likely make an appointment during the meeting.

• Three applications for Library Board of Trustees: Hailey Covey, Jonathan Furuta, Nadia Torres
• Vacancy created by resignation of Janet Myers on June 11, 2024
• Term expires June 30, 2025
• Public comment limited to agenda items, 4 minutes per speaker

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the St. Helena Professional Firefighters Association. The meeting includes procedural items such as roll call and public comment, but no substantive decisions are scheduled for the open portion.

• Closed session: Conference with Labor Negotiators (City Manager representing City, St. Helena Professional Firefighters Association)
• Public comment limited to 4 minutes per speaker

Planning Commission

This Planning Commission meeting is cancelled. The only scheduled public hearing, a demolition and design review permit for a new home at 710 Kidd Ranch Road, will be continued to a date uncertain.

• Meeting cancelled
• PL23-048: Demolition and design review permit for 710 Kidd Ranch Road continued to a date uncertain

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review summer programs and events, discuss and consider adopting goals and subcommittee assignments for the 2024-25 term, and discuss park assignments. The meeting also includes public forum, staff reports, and approval of the July 22, 2024 minutes. This is a regular business meeting with no major funding decisions.

• Review of Summer Programs and Events
• Adoption of Commission Goals and Subcommittee Assignments for 2024-25
• Park Assignments for 2024-25 (e.g., Crane, Hunt, Lyman, City Hall Grounds)
• Approval of July 22, 2024 Special Meeting Minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will discuss potential goals and subcommittee assignments for the 2024–25 term, including how these goals align with City Council’s strategic objectives. The board will also receive reports from the Friends & Foundation, review the August newsletter, and hear an update on July’s operating expenses.

• Discussion of potential Library Board goals and subcommittee assignments for 2024–25
• Report from Friends & Foundation, St. Helena Public Library (donated $1.5M over 10 years, $140K committed for FY2024–25)
• Review of August 2024 library newsletter and calendar
• Review of July 2024 monthly operating expense report (library finished year under budget)
• Approval of July 10, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The St. Helena City Council is holding a special closed session to discuss negotiations with three employee associations: the Professional Firefighters, Employees, and Police Officers Associations. The agenda is limited to this closed-session item plus routine procedural items; no public decisions are scheduled.

• Closed session conference with city negotiator regarding labor negotiations with St. Helena Professional Firefighters Association, St. Helena Employees Association, and St. Helena Police Officers Association

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will hold a regular meeting with several consent items, including contract amendments and purchases, a public hearing on traffic calming measures, and a resolution for the high school homecoming parade. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Capital Improvement Program and recognition of board and committee members.

• Ordinance to allow traffic calming measures (speed cushions) on public streets, subject to Fire Chief approval
• Resolution to set public hearing for annexation of 1582 Sulphur Springs Avenue into Municipal Sewer District No. 1
• Purchase of water treatment chemicals from JENFITCH for $35,000
• Purchase of used telehandler tractor for Wastewater Treatment Plant, not to exceed $50,000
• Contract amendments with OTS Services totaling $166,278 for wastewater treatment operator and superintendent positions

Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee will consider regulations and policies for reusable foodware and waste reduction, including a potential ordinance. The committee will also administer oaths of office for new members and nominate a chair and vice chair for fiscal year 2025. The agenda includes approval of the July 3, 2024 meeting minutes and an update on the pavement restoration plan.

• Consideration of regulations for reusable foodware and waste reduction, including a polystyrene ban and single-use bag charge of $0.25
• Oath of office for new committee members
• Nominations for chair and vice chair for fiscal year 2025
• Approval of July 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Pavement restoration plan update

Planning Commission

The St. Helena Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request by Ron and Gary Menegon to approve a Tentative Parcel Map that would subdivide the existing 19,876.5 square foot commercial property at 1360/1370 Main Street into two parcels. Staff recommends approval, finding the project exempt from CEQA and consistent with zoning and General Plan policies. No new development is proposed, but a condition requires closing the opening between the two existing buildings before the final map is recorded.

• Tentative Parcel Map to subdivide 1360/1370 Main Street into two parcels (14,098.4 sf and 5,778.1 sf)
• CEQA exemption under Section 15315 (Minor Land Divisions)
• Condition of approval #24: close opening between buildings before final map recorded
• Property currently houses Steve's Hardware and Steve's Housewares
• Public hearing with staff recommendation to approve

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting of the St. Helena City Council, held before the regular meeting. The only substantive item is a closed-session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation, specifically one case involving significant exposure to litigation. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (one case, significant exposure)

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will consider a range of consent items, including a $288,849 IT services agreement with MarinIT, a $50,000 labor negotiations consulting contract, and a $122,450 housing services agreement. They will also hold a public hearing on street maintenance ordinance revisions and discuss downtown paver rehabilitation strategies between Adams and Pope Streets.

• Approve one-year IT services agreement with MarinIT for $288,849
• Authorize $50,000 consulting contract with Beauchaine Consulting Group for labor negotiations
• Approve two-year housing services agreement with Napa Housing Authority for $122,450
• Discuss downtown paver rehabilitation options between Adams and Pope Streets
• Introduce ordinance clarifying property frontage debris and street repair responsibilities

Parks & Recreation Commission

The St. Helena Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2024-25 term, discuss and consider commission goals and subcommittee assignments, and review future agenda items and meeting times. The commission will also welcome new commissioners and hear staff updates on parks maintenance and recreation services. The agenda includes a consent calendar item to approve the June 17, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2024-25 term
• Discussion of commission goals and subcommittee assignments for 2024-25
• Approval of June 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Oath of office for new commissioners
• Parks maintenance and recreation services updates

Planning Commission

The St. Helena Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving Major Design Review for a new single-story, single-family residence with an attached garage at 1790 Dean York Lane. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA. The Commission will also nominate and elect a new Chair and Vice Chair, and approve minutes from prior meetings.

• Major Design Review for 5,099 sq ft home with 581 sq ft garage at 1790 Dean York Lane (LR-1A zoning)
• Detached 800 sq ft ADU shown for reference only, not subject to Design Review
• CEQA exemption under Section 15303
• Nomination and election of new Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of minutes from May 21 and June 4, 2024 meetings

Library Board of Trustees

The St. Helena Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to elect officers, discuss meeting times, and consider establishing board goals and a work plan. They will also review the monthly library operating expense report for FY2023-24 and the July 2024 newsletter. The agenda includes a consent item to approve the June 12, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Election of officers with nominations from the floor
• Discussion of meeting time and monthly schedule
• Consideration of establishing board goals and work plan
• Review of monthly library operating expense report for FY2023-24 (total budget $1,206,509, YTD spent $1,004,987)
• Review of July 2024 library newsletter (English and Spanish)

Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee will hear updates on pedestrian safety improvements, a safe yield water study, and a proposed reusable foodware ordinance. The meeting includes reports on recently completed projects, quick-build traffic calming measures, and a grant application for pedestrian improvements.

• Pedestrian crossing improvements at Crane Park and Madrona Ave/Kearney St intersection
• Speed cushions planned for Pratt Ave and S Crane Ave as traffic calming measures
• Updated safe yield water study showing 226 AF reduction in available water
• Proposed amendments to Municipal Code for reusable foodware and waste reduction
• Transportation Development Grant application for $50,000 pending approval

Ad Hoc - Water-Wastewater

The Ad Hoc Water/Wastewater Exploratory Committee will review, discuss, and finalize its recommendation to the City Council. The recommendation, based on prior discussions, proposes establishing a permanent Water and Wastewater Committee to advise on water and wastewater services. The meeting also includes approval of the June 7, 2024 minutes and public comment.

• Finalize recommendation to City Council on forming a Water and Wastewater Committee
• Proposed committee: 5 voting members plus 1 alternate, 4-year staggered terms
• Proposed trial period of at least 2 years, meeting minimum 10 times per year
• Approve minutes of June 7, 2024 meeting

City Council

The St. Helena City Council is holding a study session to discuss and receive direction on short-, medium-, and long-term uses of the city's wastewater treatment plant spray fields, including a community forest, bee apiary, and trails. The session will review stakeholder interests, regulatory constraints, and potential improvements. No formal decisions are expected; the council will provide direction for future planning.

• Study session on Wastewater Treatment Plant Spray Field uses
• Discussion of Community Forest expansion and potential agreement with NapaRCD
• Review of bee apiary encroachment permit with Tauzer Apiaries (2023, renewed 2024)
• Use of 2,200 tons of asphalt grindings for maintenance of ag/levee roads
• Preliminary trail plan along Napa River with trailhead at Dowdell Lane (TBD)

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will hold public hearings on a zoning amendment for housing in-lieu fees and on adopting updated affordable housing and commercial linkage fees. In old business, the council will receive a 9212 report on the Noble House Project and decide whether to adopt the St. Helena Agritourism Initiative or submit it to voters in November. Consent items include approving a $1,056,966.44 smart meter purchase and a $206,889 water treatment plant SCADA contract.

• ZOA 2024-001: amend Chapter 17.30 on housing in-lieu fee calculation
• Adopt updated Affordable Housing In-Lieu Fees and Nonresidential/Commercial Linkage Fees
• Noble House Agritourism Initiative: adopt or place on Nov 5, 2024 ballot
• Approve $1,056,966.44 purchase of SMART Advanced Meter Infrastructure from Badger Meter
• Authorize $206,889 Professional Services Agreement with Telstar for SCADA upgrades

City Council

The St. Helena City Council is holding a special meeting to consider appointments to various boards and committees, including the Active Transportation & Sustainability Committee, Library Board of Trustees, Parks and Recreation Commission, and Planning Commission. The agenda lists applicants for each body, and the council will decide on the appointments. Public comment is limited to agenda items, with a 4-minute time limit per speaker.

• Appointments to Active Transportation & Sustainability Committee (4 regular, 2 alternate openings) and its NVTA representative (1 opening)
• Appointments to Library Board of Trustees (4 openings plus 1 expiring term)
• Appointments to Parks and Recreation Commission (3 openings)
• Appointments to Planning Commission (2 openings)
• Applicants include Doug Boeschen, John Thompson, Julie Jenanyan, Coral Posert, and others

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission receives a year-after update on the Crane Park pickleball courts, installed in June 2023 at a cost of $35,390. Staff reports general success and popularity but notes ongoing monitoring of sound impacts and other concerns.

• Crane Park pickleball courts installed June 2023, total cost $35,390
• Sound impacts monitored; no acoustic barrier recommended at this time
• New LED court lighting installed April 2024 with reduced light spillage
• Updated pickleball rules and guidelines to be presented for review
• Consideration of seasonal windscreens removal as pilot project

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will consider resolutions to place a real property transfer tax measure on the November 5, 2024 ballot, along with a proposed city charter to authorize such taxes. The council will also review consent items including contracts for fire dispatch services, park trash containers, and engineering for the Bell Canyon Reservoir project, plus a public hearing on a sewer district annexation.

• Resolution to place supplemental real property transfer tax on Nov 5, 2024 ballot
• 3-year CAL Fire dispatch services agreement, not-to-exceed $286,232
• Purchase of park garbage/recycling/composting containers for $103,185, grant-funded
• Professional services agreement with Mead & Hunt Inc. for Bell Canyon Reservoir work, not-to-exceed $1,147,532
• Public hearing on annexation of 2126 Madrona Avenue into Municipal Sewer District No. 1

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting of the St. Helena City Council. The council will discuss real estate negotiations for properties at 1572 and 1574 Railroad Avenue, existing litigation, a liability claim, and labor negotiations with the police officers' association. All items are confidential and no public decisions will be made.

• Real property negotiation for 1572 and 1574 Railroad Avenue with Our Town St. Helena and Burbank Housing
• Existing litigation: St. Helena Citizens for a Sustainable Future et al v. City of St. Helena (Case No. 23CV000938)
• Liability claim by Thompson Builders, Inc.
• Labor negotiation with St. Helena Police Officers Association

Ad Hoc - Water-Wastewater

The Ad Hoc Water/Wastewater Exploratory Committee is reviewing draft recommendations to create a permanent advisory commission for St. Helena’s water and wastewater enterprises. The committee will finalize a proposal to submit to the City Council, including proposed duties, trial period, and success metrics.

• Review draft committee proposal for new Water & Wastewater Commission
• Discuss trial period (minimum 20 months) and success metrics
• Consider alignment with City Council goals and staff workplan
• Finalize recommendation packet for City Council (Attachments 1-4)

Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee

The June 5, 2024, Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee meeting is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 3, 2024, at 5:00 pm at City Hall, 1088 College Avenue, St. Helena.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting July 3, 2024, 5:00 pm, City Hall, 1088 College Avenue

Planning Commission

The St. Helena Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide whether to approve a lot line adjustment, conditional use permit, and major design review for a new 4,336 sq ft single-family home, pool, and ADU at 116 Pratt Avenue. The project is proposed in the A-20 zoning district and is exempt from CEQA review. Staff recommends approval.

• Lot line adjustment and conditional use permit for 116 Pratt Avenue
• Major design review for new 4,336 sq ft single-family home
• Construction of pool and ADU on newly configured parcel
• CEQA exemption under Guidelines Sections 15303, 15304, and 15305

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will consider approving installment sale financing of up to $12 million for water system improvements, along with several public works contracts and budget adjustments. The agenda includes consent items for emergency pump rentals, equipment purchases, a dam analysis contract, and a community survey, as well as new business on sidewalk maintenance responsibilities and mid-cycle budget adjustments.

• Installment sale financing not-to-exceed $12,000,000 for water system improvements (2024 Water Revenue Bonds)
• Award R24-79 Pavement Restoration Project to Argonaut Constructors for $2,197,939.77
• Purchase of two 8-inch trailer mounted pumps from Holland Pump for $237,935.80
• Contract with Haley Aldrich Inc for Bell Canyon Dam geotechnical exploration, not-to-exceed $781,900
• Amendment #1 to PSA with Mintier Harnish for Housing Element work, additional $25,000 (total $253,024)

City Council

The St. Helena City Council is holding a special closed session to discuss real property negotiations for 1572 and 1574 Railroad Avenue. The negotiations involve price and terms of payment with Our Town St. Helena and Burbank Housing. No public decisions are expected, as the session is closed.

• Closed session under Sec. 54956.8 for property at 1572 and 1574 Railroad Avenue
• Negotiators: Anil Comelo, Maya DeRosa, Ethan Walsh
• Negotiating parties: Our Town St. Helena and Burbank Housing
• Subject: price and terms of payment

Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee will review and make a recommendation to the City Council on installing permanent bulb-outs (curb extensions) at the Madrona/Kearney intersection. The item follows a pilot project and includes public comments from the Napa County Bicycle Coalition and a resident. The committee will also hear staff reports and may place future agenda items.

• Review and recommendation on proposed bulb-outs at Madrona/Kearney intersection
• Public comments from Kenealy and Napa County Bike Coalition on bulb-out plans
• Future agenda items include Downtown Specific Plan, reusable food ware ordinance, Spring Street safety enhancements

Planning Commission

The St. Helena Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a major sign permit for two wall signs at Alila Napa Valley (1915 Main St.), an amendment to increase annual wine production at Forman Vineyard (1501 Big Rock Rd.) from 2,500 to about 4,510 cases, and a zoning ordinance amendment to revise housing in-lieu fee calculations. The commission will also appoint a member to the Site 10 Discussion Group and consider consent items including approval of the April 16, 2024 minutes.

• Major Sign Permit for two 30-sf wall signs at Alila Napa Valley, 1915 Main St., with halo-illuminated letters
• Use Permit amendment to increase Forman Vineyard wine production from 2,500 cases (6,000 gallons) to 4,510 cases (10,725 gallons) annually
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOA 2024-001) to revise Chapter 17.30 housing in-lieu fee calculation
• Appointment of a Planning Commissioner to the Site 10 Discussion Group
• Approval of April 16, 2024 meeting minutes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will receive presentations on Lyman Park improvements, a proposed Robert Louis Stevenson public art piece, summer programs, and discuss adding a youth seat to the commission. The meeting includes public comment and staff updates on parks maintenance and recreation services.

• Presentation of completed and anticipated improvements, maintenance, and tree work at Lyman Park
• Proposed Robert Louis Stevenson public art piece by Eric Hanson and Garr Ugalde, a life-size bronze sculpture on a faux bois bench
• Discussion on commissioner recruitment and adding a youth-specific seat for 2024-25 term
• Summer program and event overview presented by Recreation Manager Ashley Sylvester
• Consent calendar: approval of April 15, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will vote on consent items including General Plan and zoning map amendments to align with the 2023-2031 Housing Element, and will hold public hearings on a proposed City Charter and up to $27 million in bonds for Hunt's Grove Apartments. The council will also discuss a November 2024 real property transfer tax measure and award $120,000 in non-profit grants.

• Adopt ordinance for General Plan Amendments (GPAs 2024-001 to 006) and Zoning Map Amendments (ZMAs 2024-001 to 006) for Housing Opportunity Sites
• Resolution authorizing $406,000 contract with Haley Aldrich for smart meter replacement (CIP W24-04)
• Resolution authorizing $446,200 contract with Kimley-Horn for Napa Intertie Water Pipeline Replacement (CIP W25-01)
• Public hearing on resolution for up to $27,000,000 in multifamily housing revenue bonds for Hunt's Grove Apartments
• Resolution approving $120,000 in Non-Profit Grant Program funding for FY 2024-25

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will meet in closed session to discuss a ground lease for 548 Hunt Avenue and labor negotiations with the Police Officers Association and St. Helena Employees Association. The meeting follows a procedural agenda with public comment opportunities.

• Ground lease negotiations for 548 Hunt Avenue with Hunt Pradera II, LP
• Labor negotiations with Police Officers Association (POA) and St. Helena Employees Association (SHEA)
• Threat to public services consultation under Gov't Code Sec 54957

Library Board of Trustees

The St. Helena Library Board of Trustees will discuss a proposed Robert Louis Stevenson public art piece, review board roles and responsibilities, and hear reports from the Friends & Foundation and library staff. The meeting includes consent items and scheduled matters, with no final decisions expected on the art proposal at this stage.

• Presentation and discussion of proposed Robert Louis Stevenson public art piece by artist Garr Ugalde
• Discussion of Library Board roles and responsibilities, including potential name change and adding a youth member
• Report from Friends & Foundation, St. Helena Public Library
• Review of May 2024 library newsletter and calendar of events
• Review of monthly library operating expense report for April 2024

Ad Hoc - Water-Wastewater

The Ad Hoc Water/Wastewater Exploratory Committee will review and discuss a draft duty/topic matrix and structure prepared by members Corsetti and Rose, and set future meeting dates and a target deadline. The committee is exploring whether to recommend establishing a permanent Water and Wastewater Commission to the City Council, based on research of similar commissions in Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz, and Davis. The agenda also includes approval of the February 1, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Review and discuss duty/topic matrix and draft structure for a potential water/wastewater commission
• Set future meeting dates and target deadline
• Approve minutes of February 1, 2024 meeting
• Discussion follows research on commissions in Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz, and Davis

Ad Hoc - Water-Wastewater

The Ad Hoc Water/Wastewater Exploratory Committee's regular meeting scheduled for May 2, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda included items to review a duty/topic matrix and potential committee structure, and to set future meeting dates and deadlines, but no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled
• Review and discuss duty/topic matrix and potential structure (agenda item 6.1)
• Set future meeting dates and target deadline (agenda item 6.2)

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting of the St. Helena City Council. The only substantive item is a closed-session conference with the City Manager to negotiate labor agreements with the St. Helena Professional Firefighters Association, St. Helena Employees Association (SHEA), and Police Officers Association. No public decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to these negotiations.

• Closed session negotiations with St. Helena Professional Firefighters Association
• Closed session negotiations with St. Helena Employees Association (SHEA)
• Closed session negotiations with Police Officers Association (POA)
• Public comment limited to 4 minutes per person

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a pre-application review for a proposed hotel and residential project at 1001 Adams Street, including a 75-key hotel and 13 resort residential units. The applicant also proposes dedicating a 0.2-acre parcel at 1341 Mitchell Avenue for affordable housing. The Commission will provide feedback on conceptual plans, including zoning amendments, design, and the affordable housing site. The meeting also includes the oath of office for new Commissioner Hector Lopez and approval of the April 2, 2024 minutes.

• Pre-application review of Adams Street Hotel & Residences (75-key hotel, 13 residential units) at 1001 Adams Street
• Proposed General Plan and zoning amendments for 1001 Adams Street from BPO to CB with Planned Development Overlay
• Affordable housing dedication: 0.2-acre parcel with 2 existing units at 1341 Mitchell Avenue
• Oath of office for new Commissioner Hector Lopez
• Approval of April 2, 2024 Planning Commission minutes

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the draft annual workplan prepared by an ad hoc committee and decide whether to recommend it to the City Council. Trustees will also consider sending a letter to state legislators opposing proposed cuts to California State Library programs, including $131M in grant funding for library infrastructure projects.

• Vote to accept draft annual workplan and recommend approval by City Council
• Consider letter to state legislators opposing FY2024-25 budget cuts to Brainfuse HelpNow K-12 tutoring, CAreer Pathways, State Parks Passes, and $131M in library infrastructure grants
• Review Friends & Foundation report from Executive Director Deanna Griffin
• Review April 2024 library calendar and events
• Review March 2024 monthly library operating expense report

City Council

The St. Helena City Council is holding a special meeting to interview three applicants for the Planning Commission: Hector F. Lopez, David Prueter, and Erin Martin. The council will consider their applications and may make appointments. Public comment is limited to agenda items, with a four-minute limit per speaker.

• Interviews for Planning Commission applicants Hector F. Lopez, David Prueter, and Erin Martin

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will hold the first public hearing on a proposed city charter, with a recommendation to approve the language for the November 5, 2024 ballot. The council will also consider several consent items, including a second reading of a VMT ordinance, a sewer annexation hearing date, and a pay schedule resolution. New business includes appointing a Planning Commission member, directing a report on the Noble House agritourism initiative, discussing downtown sidewalk rehabilitation, and authorizing hiring for a water bond financing transaction.

• First public hearing on proposed city charter for November 5, 2024 ballot
• Second reading of ordinance adopting Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) metrics for new development
• Resolution to set public hearing for May 14, 2024 on sewer annexation of 2126 Madrona Avenue (APN 009-470-010)
• Resolution approving pay schedule and reclassifications for Mid-Managers and Executive Staff
• Resolution authorizing hiring professionals for water bond financing for water capital projects

Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee will hear an update on the Napa Valley Vine Trail and seek direction on a proposed realignment along Railroad Avenue. The agenda also includes approval of the March 6, 2024 meeting minutes and discussion of future items such as traffic calming ordinance changes and a quick-build pilot program.

• Vine Trail update and request for direction on Railroad Ave realignment
• Approval of March 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Future: review of City Ordinance 15.36.050 section 503.4.1 on traffic calming (May 2024)
• Future: Madrona/Kearney Quick Build Pilot Program (May 2024)
• Future: potential Reusable Foodware and Waste Reduction Ordinance (TBD)

Planning Commission

The St. Helena Planning Commission will consider six General Plan Amendments and six Zoning Map Amendments to align city maps with the state-mandated 2023-2031 Housing Element. The changes identify new Housing Opportunity Sites and require a resolution recommending City Council adoption. Staff prepared an Addendum to the General Plan Environmental Impact Report under CEQA.

• Six General Plan Amendments (GPAs 2024-001 to 006) updating Land Use Map Figure 2.1
• Six Zoning Map Amendments (ZMAs 2024-001 to 006) to designate Housing Opportunity Sites
• CEQA Addendum prepared by Aaron Hecock, Senior Planner for Housing Element compliance

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will meet March 26 at 6:00 PM to decide on several contracts totaling $323,760, including emergency operations planning, water system upgrades, and sidewalk rehabilitation funding. The meeting will also discuss forming a sesquicentennial planning committee and a new arts and culture department.

• Approve $40,000 emergency operations plan contract with Suhr Consulting Group
• Adopt $64,600 water distribution fire flow improvements contract with Coastland Engineering
• Approve $140,000 additional funding for St. Helena to Calistoga Vine Trail Project
• Establish $79,160 rebate funds for EV chargers and gray water systems
• Consider ordinance adopting Vehicle Miles Traveled metrics for new development

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will hold a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with the St. Helena Employees Association and property sale terms for 1572 Railroad Avenue with Burbank Housing Development Corporation. No decisions will be made during this meeting; the closed session is for confidential negotiations.

• Negotiations with St. Helena Employees Association (SHEA) under Brown Act Section 54957.6
• Conference with real property negotiators for 1572 Railroad Avenue under Section 54956.8
• Negotiating parties: Our Town St. Helena and Burbank Housing Development Corporation

Library Board of Trustees

The St. Helena Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with several discussion items, including developing an annual workplan for FY 2024-25 and possibly sending a letter to state legislators opposing budget cuts to statewide library programs. The board will also elect a new vice-chair and hear reports from staff and the Friends & Foundation. Consent items include approval of the February 14, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Election to fill vacant Vice-Chair position
• Discussion of developing an annual workplan for FY 2024-25
• Discussion of sending a letter to CA state legislators opposing cuts to statewide library programs (CAreer Pathways, Brainfuse HelpNow, CA State Parks Passes Program)
• Report from Friends & Foundation, St. Helena Public Library
• Review of monthly library operating expense report for February 2024

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will discuss and provide direction on draft charter city language for the November 5, 2024 ballot. The agenda also includes several consent items, such as contracts for software upgrades, a streets master plan, water infrastructure projects, and a fee waiver for an affordable housing project. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Discussion on draft Charter City language for Nov. 2024 ballot
• Professional Services Agreement with Central Square Technologies for permit tracking software upgrade, $125,177
• Streets Master Plan with Toole Design, not-to-exceed $229,946
• Kearney and Andrea Watermain Project awarded to Maggiora & Ghilotti Inc., $1,436,830
• Waiver of planning and development impact fees for 5-unit affordable housing at 951 Pope Street, up to $47,057.92

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will hold a special retreat meeting that includes team building, disaster preparedness training, and an update on council goals and staff workplan. No motions or actions will be taken during this meeting, as substantive discussion of specific issues is prohibited under the Brown Act.

Planning Commission

The St. Helena Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a conditional use permit for wine tasting and sales at 1432 Main St., Suite 101; a request to delist 1341 Madrona Avenue from the Historic Preservation Overlay; and a General Plan and Zoning Map amendment to align with the 2023-2031 Housing Element, which is continued to April 2, 2024. The commission will also consider approving the February 20, 2024 minutes.

• Conditional use permit for Snowden Vineyards to permanently operate wine tasting, sales, and office use at 1432 Main St., Suite 101 (350 sq ft, hours 8am-8pm daily)
• Delist 1341 Madrona Avenue from Historic Preservation Overlay and local register
• General Plan Amendment GPA 2024-001 and Zoning Map Amendment ZMA 2024-001 to update maps for Housing Opportunity Sites (continued to April 2, 2024)
• Approval of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will meet to decide on several contracts and resolutions, including a five-year body-worn camera deal with Motorola Solutions for up to $70,860, a $500,000 contract for a Downtown Specific Plan with Dyett and Bhatia Planning Consultants, and a $500,000 budget for pedestrian safety improvements at the Spring Street/Highway 29 intersection. The meeting also includes a public presentation on firearm safety and recognition of a former council member.

• $70,860 five-year contract with Motorola Solutions for police body-worn cameras
• $500,000 contract with Dyett and Bhatia Planning Consultants for Downtown Specific Plan
• $500,000 budget for Pedestrian Safety Improvements at Spring Street/Highway 29 Intersection
• Temporary closure of Adams Street from May 17–19, 2024, for Neighborhood Community Table Event
• Lease-purchase agreement for 10 new vehicles (not to exceed $516,166.95) for Public Works and Fire departments

City Council

The St. Helena City Council is holding a special meeting to interview four applicants for a vacant City Council seat. The applicants are Doug Boeschen, Jeffrey Green, Patrick Kenealy, and Chris Warner. The appointment will be made at the regular meeting on February 27, 2024.

• Interviews for vacant City Council seat: Doug Boeschen, Jeffrey Green, Patrick Kenealy, Chris Warner
• Appointment to be made at February 27, 2024 regular meeting
• Term runs until certification of November 5, 2024 election

Measure H Oversight Committee

The Measure H Oversight Committee will review the city's FY 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, receive updates on GO bond capital improvement projects, and hear presentations on committee protocols and city council goals. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the August 2023 meeting.

• FY 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
• GO Bonds CIP Projects Update (FY 2024-2028)
• Presentation of Boards, Commissions and Committees Protocols and Rules of Conduct
• Presentation of City Council Goals and City Manager Update
• Approval of August 9, 2023 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The St. Helena Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request by Clark Sather on behalf of Helena Viñedo, LLC to demolish an existing single-family home at 900 Fulton Lane and construct a new 14,414 sq ft residence, a pool pavilion with plumbing, and a two-car garage with storage. Staff recommends approval, finding the project exempt from CEQA. The commission will also receive a legislative update on housing legislation.

• Demolition of existing 6,098 sq ft home and construction of new 14,414 sq ft residence at 900 Fulton Lane
• New 625 sq ft pool pavilion with plumbing (requires use permit)
• New 1,258 sq ft detached two-car garage with storage
• CEQA exemption under Guidelines Sections 15301, 15302, 15303
• 2024 housing legislation update presentation

Library Board of Trustees

The St. Helena Library Board of Trustees will meet to nominate and vote on a new Chair, hear a report from the Friends & Foundation, and discuss a proposed merger of the Library and Parks & Recreation departments. The board will also review library statistics, newsletters, and the January 2024 operating expense report. The meeting includes routine consent items and public comment.

• Nomination and vote to fill vacant Chair position
• Discussion of proposed merger of Library and Parks & Recreation departments
• Report from Friends & Foundation, St. Helena Public Library
• Review of library statistics for December 2023 and January 2024
• Review of January 2024 operating expense report (General Fund budget $773,363 for salaries & benefits)

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will hold a closed session on labor negotiations and existing litigation, followed by a regular meeting to consider consent items, including contracts and ordinances. Key new business items include deciding whether to exercise an option to purchase an affordable housing unit at 1633 Voorhees Circle and ruling on a water penalty appeal of $74,893.30.

• Closed session: labor negotiations with Police Officers Association and St. Helena Employees Association; existing litigation (St. Helena Citizens for a Sustainable Future v. City, Case No. 23-CV-000938)
• Resolution confirming intent to use Affordable Housing Trust Fund monies for Our Town St. Helena's project at 963 Pope Street
• Contract amendment with Regional Government Services for HR assistance, $55,000 (total not-to-exceed $221,200)
• Ordinances clarifying maintenance responsibility for water, sewer laterals, and sidewalks/driveway approaches
• New Recreation Manager position with budget adjustment of $59,120

Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee

The Active Transportation and Sustainability Committee meets to receive presentations on city council goals and the rules governing boards and commissions. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting focuses on procedural updates and future agenda items.

• Presentation of City Council Goals and City Manager Update
• Presentation of Boards, Commissions and Committees Protocols and Rules of Conduct
• Future review of traffic calming ordinance modifications (March 2024)
• Future review of Blue Zones and Active Transportation Program (March 2024)

Planning Commission

The St. Helena Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with presentations on board protocols and city council goals, and will consider appointing one commissioner to serve on the Downtown Specific Plan Steering Committee. No public hearings are scheduled. The agenda is largely procedural, with consent items and staff reports.

• Appointment of a Planning Commissioner to the Downtown Specific Plan Steering Committee
• Presentation on Boards, Commissions and Committees Protocols and Rules of Conduct
• Presentation of City Council Goals
• Approval of November 7, 2023 meeting minutes
• 2023 Accomplishments and Permit Report

Ad Hoc - Water-Wastewater

The Ad Hoc Water/Wastewater Exploratory Committee will hear reports from members on how other cities structure their water/wastewater advisory committees, then continue discussing whether and how to form a permanent committee. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Report on Santa Cruz Water Commission structure and duties
• Report on Santa Barbara Board of Water Commissioners
• Discussion on why a permanent water/wastewater committee should exist
• Approval of January 18, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will meet in closed session to discuss two ongoing lawsuits and evaluate the City Attorney’s performance. The public portion of the meeting includes roll call, agenda adoption, and a four-minute public comment period.

• Closed session on liability claim by Thompson Builders Corp. against the City of St. Helena
• Closed session on Pacaso Inc. et al. v. City of St. Helena (U.S. District Court Case No. 4:21-cv-02493-KAW)
• Closed session on St. Helena Citizens for a Sustainable Future et al. v. City of St. Helena (Napa County Superior Court Case No. 23-CV-000938)
• Closed session for City Attorney performance evaluation

Library Board of Trustees

The regular meeting of the St. Helena Library Board of Trustees scheduled for January 10, 2024, at 5:00 PM has been cancelled. No business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

This is a special closed-session meeting of the St. Helena City Council. The only substantive item is a conference with legal counsel regarding a liability claim filed by Thompson Builders Corp. against the city. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel on liability claim by Thompson Builders Corp. against the City of St. Helena

City Council

The St. Helena City Council will meet on January 9, 2024, to decide on three consent items: accepting the completion of a pavement restoration project, approving a $110,226 engineering contract for another pavement project, and ratifying $575,877.90 in additional water-repair expenditures. The meeting also includes a staff briefing on a new citizens request portal and standard procedural items like approving prior meeting minutes.

• Resolution to accept completion of Pavement Restoration project (R22-79)
• Professional Services Agreement with Coastland Civil Engineering LLP for R24-79 Pavement Restoration ($110,226)
• Ratification of $575,877.90 in additional expenditures for discolored water repairs