Yountville public meetings in 2022

Town Council Special Meeting

This is a special closed-session meeting of the Yountville Town Council. The council will discuss two items in closed session: the appointment of a Town Manager and a real property negotiation with the Napa Valley Unified School District regarding property at 6554 Yount Street. No public business or votes are scheduled.

• Closed session discussion of Town Manager appointment (Gov. Code § 54957)
• Closed session conference with real property negotiator for 6554 Yount Street; negotiating party is Napa Valley Unified School District; price and terms of payment under negotiation

The Town Council held a special meeting consisting primarily of a closed session. No substantive decisions were made, and the Town Attorney announced there was no reportable action following the closed session.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• No reportable action taken during closed session regarding Town Manager appointment or 6554 Yount Street property negotiations

Town Council Special Meeting

The Yountville Town Council is holding a special meeting on December 16, 2022, with a consent calendar and a closed session. The consent calendar includes resolutions to continue remote meetings, approve a $75,000 lab testing contract, and buy two electric vehicles for $55,000. The closed session is for appointing a town manager.

• Closed session to appoint a Town Manager
• Resolution 22-4167 authorizing continued remote teleconference meetings
• Resolution 22-4168 approving $75,000 lab testing contract with Caltest Analytical
• Resolution 22-4169 authorizing purchase of two all-electric GEM vehicles for $55,000

The Town Council approved several items via the consent calendar, including the purchase of electric vehicles and a laboratory services contract. The council also authorized the continuation of remote teleconference meetings. A closed session regarding the Town Manager resulted in no reportable action.

• Adopted Resolution 22-4167 authorizing continued remote teleconference meetings (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-4168 approving a lab testing contract with Caltest Analytical not to exceed $75,000 (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-4169 authorizing the $55,000 purchase of two all-electric GEM vehicles (3-0)

Zoning and Design Review Board (ZDRB) Meeting

The Zoning & Design Review Board will hold public hearings on two items: recommending an ordinance amending Chapter 17.156 of the Yountville Municipal Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units, and providing a recommendation on a Use Permit Amendment for Jessup Cellars at 6740 Washington Street to modify special event volumes and intensities. Both recommendations will go to the Town Council for final decision.

• Consideration of recommendations to Town Council on an ordinance amending Chapter 17.156 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
• Recommendation on Use Permit Amendment for Jessup Cellars at 6740 Washington Street to modify special event volumes and intensities

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council appointed Council Member Knight as Vice Mayor and approved an increase in the Resident Utility Rate Assistance Program. The Council also initiated the process to fill a vacant council seat and updated various board and committee appointments.

• Adopted Resolution 22-4163 certifying November 8, 2022 election results (5-0)
• Appointed Council Member Knight as Vice Mayor for a two-year term (4-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including October 2022 financial report and Resolution 22-4164 (4-0)
• Approved beginning the appointment process to fill a vacant Council seat (4-0)
• Approved appointments to various boards and disbanded Housing Element, Utility Rate Review, and Housing Standing committees (4-0)
• Directed staff to schedule special meetings to interview Town Manager recruitment firms
• Adopted modified Resolution 22-4166 increasing Resident Utility Rate Assistance to $50/month with a $5,000 budget adjustment (4-0)

Yountville Art Commission

The Yountville Arts Commission will review and potentially approve three new sculptures for the Yountville Art Walk: Serenade II and Windswept by Gilberto Romero, and Reclaim by Bruce Johnson. The commission will also discuss moving the January meeting to January 9, 2023, due to a holiday, and review bylaws and art fund reports.

• Review and possible approval of Serenade II by Gilberto Romero for the Yountville Art Walk
• Review and potential approval of Windswept by Gilberto Romero for the Yountville Art Walk
• Review and potential approval of Reclaim by artist Bruce Johnson for the Yountville Art Walk
• Approval to move January meeting to Monday, January 9, 2023 due to observed public holiday
• Art Fund Reports ending October 31, 2022

The commission approved the placement of two sculptures by Gilberto Romero on the Yountville Art Walk. The body also rescheduled the January meeting and discussed upcoming gallery exhibits and the Art, Sip & Stroll event.

• Approved 'Serenade II' by Gilberto Romero for Art Walk placement (6-0)
• Approved 'Windswept' by Gilberto Romero for Art Walk placement (6-0)
• Approved moving January meeting to Monday, January 9, 2023 (6-0)
• Approved November 7, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (6-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission received an informational report on a project to add ADA-accessible parking at Forrester Park and Three Weirs Park, funded by a TDA grant. Construction is expected to begin in August and be completed by October. A community outreach Zoom meeting is scheduled for the following Tuesday at 5:30 PM.

• ADA accessibility parking project at Forrester Park and Three Weirs Park, funded by TDA grant
• Community outreach Zoom meeting next Tuesday at 5:30 PM
• Compost distribution at Veterans Park through late September per Senate Bill 1383
• Battery recycling reinstated at Community Center and Town Hall
• Table tennis table ordered for Vineyard Park, installation expected early fall

The Commission approved the placement of a memorial bench at Yountville Community Park. It also voted on ADA accessibility parking designs for Forrester and Three Weirs Parks. The Commission discussed replacing the Community Hall event lawn with artificial turf.

• Approved placement of Memorial Bench for Michael Leonardi at Yountville Community Park (5-0)
• Approved ADA parking Option #1 for Forrester Park (2-3)
• Approved ADA parking Option #1 with modifications for Three Weirs Park (All Ayes)
• Approved July 21, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Special Meeting - ADA Park Improvements

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will hold a special meeting to conduct a field walk of proposed ADA improvements at Three Weirs Park (27 Forrester Lane) and Forrester Park (8 Redwood Drive). No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for site inspection and discussion.

• Field walk of proposed ADA improvements at Three Weirs Park (27 Forrester Lane)
• Field walk of proposed ADA improvements at Forrester Park (8 Redwood Drive)

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council adopted a revised schedule for water and wastewater rates and fees. Other actions included updating building standards codes and approving a budget adjustment for broadcasting equipment.

• Adopted Resolution 22-4162 revising water and wastewater rates and charges (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 22-516 to adopt the 2022 California Building Standards Code (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-4161 authorizing grant applications for the Yountville Drought Prevention Relief Program (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustment of $23,500 for Council Chambers broadcasting equipment upgrades (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from January 18, June 21, and November 1, 2022 (5-0)

Zoning and Design Review Board (ZDRB) Meeting

The Zoning and Design Review Board will hold a public hearing to consider a design review application for rebuilding a single-family residence with a second-story addition at 2040 Humboldt Street. The agenda also includes routine items like call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Public hearing for design review of a rebuild and second-story addition at 2040 Humboldt Street

Yountville Arts Commission

The Yountville Arts Commission will review and potentially approve a new sculpture, 'Means of the Builder III' by Steven Buduo, for the Art Walk. They will also discuss retreat goals, subcommittee assignments, and updates on gallery exhibits and literary projects.

• Review and potential approval of 'Means of the Builder III' sculpture by Steven Buduo for the Art Walk
• Retreat notes from October 3, 2022, including goals and subcommittee assignments for 2022-23
• Art Funds Report ending September 2022
• New 4'x4' pad poured at JCB Plaza for future installation of Sarvanga sculpture
• Gallery schedule: Youth Art Exhibit (Dec 8–Jan 6), Find Your Heart in Yountville (Jan 12–Mar 24)

The Commission approved the addition of the 'Means of the Builder III' sculpture to the Art Walk and finalized subcommittee assignments for the 2022-23 term. Members also reviewed goals for the upcoming year and received reports on gallery schedules and marketing efforts.

• Approved subcommittee assignments for 2022-23 (6-0)
• Approved 'Means of the Builder III' sculpture by Steven Buduo for the Art Walk
• Approved minutes from October 3, 2022 (6-0)

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council approved a new ordinance regarding safe firearm storage and accepted work for a 2022 sliplining project. Council also introduced the 2022 California Building Standards Code. No action was taken regarding the recruitment of a Water Advisory Board.

• Adopted Ordinance 22-515 regarding Safe Firearm Storage (5-0)
• Approved $346,922.60 contract for 2022 Sliplining Project (WW-2022) by Miksis Services Inc. (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-4158 amending Napa Sanitation District standards for grease interceptors (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-4159 authorizing State Department of Water Resources grant applications (5-0)
• Introduced and waived first reading of Ordinance 22-516 to adopt 2022 California Building Standards Code (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from Oct 18, 2022, Dec 7, 2021, and Oct 5, 2021 (5-0)
• Tabled action on Water Advisory Board recruitment pending more information

Yountville Community Foundation - Virtual

The Yountville Community Foundation Board will meet virtually to nominate and appoint a Chair and Vice Chair, and review the financial report ending September 2022. No new funding requests are on the agenda. The meeting is largely administrative with no substantive decisions on grants or projects.

• Nomination and appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
• Financial report ending September 2022
• No new funding requests

Town Council Special Meeting - Applicant Interviews

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to conduct applicant interviews. These interviews are for the Yountville Community Foundation and the Affordable and Workforce Housing Oversight Committee.

• Applicant interviews for Affordable and Workforce Housing Oversight Committee
• Applicant interviews for Yountville Community Foundation

Yountville Art Commission - Special Meeting

The Yountville Arts Commission will hold a special meeting featuring a shortened regular agenda and an annual planning retreat. The body will also address leadership appointments and the use of the Arts Logo.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair for September 2022 – August 2023
• Appointment of a representative to the Town of Yountville Community Foundation
• Discussion on the approval process for using the Arts Logo on signage and marketing materials
• Annual Planning Retreat

Zoning and Design Review Board (ZDRB) Meeting

The Zoning and Design Review Board will meet to consider the design review and approval of a proposed landscape plan. The meeting also includes time for public comment on matters not listed on the agenda.

• Design Review and Approval of the Proposed Landscape Plan for 2161 Starkey Avenue

Yountville Arts September 12 2022

The Yountville Arts Commission is meeting to review several sculpture proposals for the Art Walk and a literary event featuring author Steve Snyder. The body will also discuss the Mustard Celebration and provide updates on upcoming gallery exhibits.

• Potential approval of seven sculptures for the Art Walk by artists Joshua Pass, Bruce Gueswell, Bruce Niemi, Adam Weidmann, and Phillipe Guillerm
• Review and potential approval of a new Mustard Celebration Planning Subcommittee
• Potential approval of a literary event featuring author Steve Snyder
• Review and potential approval of featured artists for Art, Sip and Stroll (May 11 – August 4)
• Art Fund reports ending August 2022

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will review several items including various municipal code amendments regarding housing and land use. The agenda also includes financial reports, grant applications, and quarterly safety updates.

• Ordinance 22-509: Accessory Dwelling Units
• Ordinance 22-510: Two Dwelling Residential Developments and Urban Lot Splits
• Ordinance 22-511: Small Home Lot Developments
• Ordinance 22-512: Affordable Housing Overlay
• Ordinance 22-513 & 22-514: RM-2 Mixed Residential-2 Land Use Designation

Remote - Yountville Arts Commission Meeting August 2022

The Yountville Arts Commission is meeting to review upcoming gallery exhibits and discuss the Legacy Roundtable Program. The body will also consider the distribution plan for the Hearts of Yountville Project.

• Review and approval of 'The Art of the Blend' gallery show (Oct 6 – Dec 2, 2022)
• Discussion and potential approval of the Legacy Roundtable Program
• Consideration of scattering 100 glass hearts for the Hearts of Yountville Project
• Art Funds Reports ending June 2022
• Yountville Out Loud event scheduled for September 15, 2022

Town of Yountville Community Foundation

The Board of Directors will review the financial report ending June 2022. The meeting also includes a staff informational report regarding a marketing update.

• Financial Report ending June 2022
• Marketing Update staff report

Remote - Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission will receive informational reports from Public Works and the Parks and Recreation Department. The body will also review and approve minutes from the May 19, 2022 meeting.

• Public Works staff report on ADA accessibility parking at Forrester Park and Three Weirs Park
• Approval of May 19, 2022 meeting minutes

Special Meeting -PRAC Master Plan Public Meeting

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission is holding a special public workshop to discuss the Master Plan. This is an in-person meeting held at the Yountville Community Hall.

• Master Plan Public Meeting

ZONING AND DESIGN REVIEW BOARD (ZDRB) MEETING - 07/12/2022

The Zoning & Design Review Board will conduct public hearings regarding several residential projects. Items include a requested continuance for a landscape plan, revised design applications, and a new single-family residential landscape plan.

• Landscape plan continuance requested for September 13th meeting
• Design review revisions for 6887 Yount Street
• Landscape plan for new single-family project at 6638 Yount Street

Yountville Art Commission

The commission will review various arts programming, including upcoming gallery exhibitions and painting classes. The agenda includes updates on literary events and a discussion regarding the 'Legacy Roundtables' concept.

• Isabelle Maynard Gallery Show Proposal for March 30 – May 5, 2023
• Jose Martinez gallery opening July 21 – September 30
• Youth Art Exhibit scheduled for December 8 – January 6
• Sasha Paulson event on July 16
• Out Loud event on September 15

ZDRB Special Meeting

The Zoning & Design Review Board will review several housing-related code amendments for recommendation to the Town Council. The meeting also includes design reviews for building modifications at 2041 Madison and a new residence at 6887 Yount Street.

• Exterior modification review at 2041 Madison
• New two-story residence, ADU, and garage construction review at 6887 Yount Street
• Proposed amendments to Accessory Dwelling Units (Chapter 17.156) and Affordable Housing Overlay (Chapter 17.80.020)
• Proposed new chapters for Two Dwelling Units (Chapter 17.158), Small Home Lot Developments (Chapter 17.162), and RM-2 zone (Chapter 17.26)
• Rezoning of the Catholic Church Property (APN 036-090-002) from RM-AHO to RM2-AHO

Yountville Art Commission

The Yountville Arts Commission is meeting to review financial reports and subcommittee updates. The body will discuss the wrap-up of the 2022 Art, Sip and Stroll event and plan dates for 2023.

• Financial Report for the Art Fund ending April 30, 2022
• Gallery exhibit schedule including Nick Cann, Jose Martinez, and a Youth Art Exhibit
• Discussion of 2023 dates for Art, Sip & Stroll
• Approval of May 2, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission May Meeting - REMOTE

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will discuss the introduction of Master Plan consultants and a public survey. The commission is also scheduled to review a recommendation for a preferred design alternative for future development at Vineyard Park.

• Introduction of Master Plan Consultants & Overview of Public Survey
• Vineyard Park Future Development: PRAC recommendation for preferred design alternative
• Public Works Department Update
• Parks and Recreation Department Update

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider several resolutions regarding the Washington Street Activation Zone, including accessory uses and standards. The agenda also includes road rehabilitation plans and a joint powers agreement for wastewater treatment.

• Ordinance 22-507: Accessory Uses and Quasi-Public Improvements in the Washington Street Activation Zone
• Resolution 22-4120: Standards for Accessory Uses (Outdoor Seating, Curbside Pick Up, and Temporary Retail)
• Resolution 22-4121: Measure T Street Rehabilitation Project MT-3023 plans and specifications
• Resolution 22-4122: Fiscal Year 2022-2023 SB1 Road Repair and Accountability Act project list
• Resolution 22-4124: Joint Powers Agreement for Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation Contract Services

Zoning and Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Zoning & Design Review Board will conduct a public hearing regarding design reviews for exterior modifications and landscape plans. The meeting also includes administrative items and staff or board reports.

• Public hearing: Design Review for Exterior Modifications and Landscape Plan

Town Council Special Meeting - Budget Workshop #2

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a budget workshop. The body will review the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, and other specific town funds.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2022/2023 General Fund summary and department details
• Review of Special Revenue Funds
• Review of Tourism Improvement District Fund
• Review of Impact Fee Funds
• Review of Debt Service and Custodial Funds

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will discuss a new ordinance to allow business owners on Washington Street to use accessory services outside their shops. The body is also considering updated water shortage regulations and a salary increase for the Town Manager.

• Ordinance Number 22-507: Washington Street Activation Ordinance
• Ordinance Number 22-508: Expressive Activities and Expressive Events
• Resolution Number 22-4118: Phase 2 Water Shortage Emergency Regulations
• Resolution Number 22-4119: Increase to Town Manager salary
• Resolution Number 22-4116: Amending legal services agreement with Colantuono, Highsmith & Whatley, PC

Yountville Art Commission

The Arts Commission will review the April 4, 2022 meeting minutes and hear updates from various subcommittees. The Literary Subcommittee will present an event for consideration titled "The Legacy of Don & Sally Schmitt Event."

• Approval of April 4, 2022, meeting minutes
• Literary Subcommittee: The Legacy of Don & Sally Schmitt Event for Consideration

ZDRB Regular Meeting

The Zoning & Design Review Board will review draft design standards for outdoor seating. The board will also review residential objective standards regarding two-dwelling developments, urban lot splits, and accessory dwelling units.

• Review of Draft Design Standards for Outdoor Seating
• Review of Residential Objective Standards for ministerial projects (Two Dwelling Developments, Urban Lot Splits, and ADUs)
• Consideration of a second ZDRB meeting in May

Yountville Arts Commission Meeting

The Yountville Arts Commission will review the Art Fund report ending February 2022. The meeting includes discussions on new pad placement for the Art Walk and a schedule of upcoming gallery exhibitions.

• Art Fund Report ending February 2022
• New Pad Placement request at 65505 Washington Street (JCB Village)
• Gallery exhibit: Flowers from Monet’s Garden by Sam Chapman through April 8
• Gallery exhibit: Kali Zoe by Spiro Sisters, April 14–May 13
• Annual Youth Art Exhibit, Dec 8–Jan 6

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission 3/17/22

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission will review the November 2021 meeting minutes. The agenda includes a presentation on the current and future Capital Improvement Plan and a verbal update regarding the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.

• Presentation on Current and Future Capital Improvement Plan
• Verbal Update on Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Review of November 2021 Minutes

ZDRB Regular Meeting

The Zoning & Design Review Board will hold public hearings regarding a historic resource remodel and winery sign replacements. The board will also discuss changing its meeting start time and a potential reduction to the conflict of interest buffer.

• Land Use Application for rehabilitative remodel and ancillary structures at 6630 Jefferson Street
• Design Review Application for monument and directional signs at Domaine Chandon Winery
• Discussion on amending ZDRB meeting start time from 6:00 p.m.
• Staff response regarding the 500 foot Conflict of Interest Buffer

Yountville Arts March Meeting

The Commission is reviewing the 2022-23 fiscal year budget and discussing a proposed quarterly cleaning program for Art Walk sculptures. The meeting also covers upcoming gallery exhibits and recent sculpture installations at Hopper Creek Park.

• Proposed $1,100 allocation from FY 2021-2022 budget for sculpture cleaning
• Installation of MARE & FOAL at Hopper Creek Park
• Installation of DANCING BUTTERFLIES at Yount & Washington on March 4
• Sculpture relocation: TREBLE CLEF to Hopper Creek Park and BUILDING UP to Petit Logis
• Upcoming gallery exhibit: Flowers from Monet’s Garden by Sam Chapman through April 8

ZDRB Regular Meeting

The Zoning & Design Review Board will meet virtually to nominate a Chair and Vice Chair. The board will also conduct public hearings regarding a residential variance and a commercial design review.

• 6765 Jefferson Street: Variance request for a single car garage and dwelling remodel
• 6795 Washington Street, Building B: Design review for a wall mounted sign and Washington Square Master Plan amendment
• Nomination of Chair and Vice Chair

Yountville Art Commission

The Commission is reviewing the 2022-23 budget preparation and upcoming gallery shows. Discussion includes installation updates for Art Walk sculptures and preparations for the Art, Sip & Stroll event.

• Budget Preparation for 2022-23
• Installation of Mare and Foal sculpture scheduled for February 15
• Proposed Nick Cann artwork show in Community Center Gallery (May 19 – July 8, 2022)
• Proposed Jose Martinez gallery exhibit (July 21 – September 30, 2022)
• Art, Sip & Stroll tasting packages went on sale February 1

Yountville Housing Authority Meeting

The Yountville Housing Authority will conduct a special teleconference meeting. The agenda includes the election of officers, approval of previous minutes, and a presentation regarding the Housing Authority of the City of Napa Annual Report.

• Election of Officers
• Approval of January 19, 2021 minutes
• Housing Authority of the City of Napa Annual Report presentation

Yountville Parking Authority Meeting

The Yountville Parking Authority is holding a special teleconference meeting to conduct organizational business. The body will elect officers and review the authority's annual financial report.

• Election of Officers
• Annual Financial Report for Yountville Parking Authority
• Approval of minutes from the January 19, 2021 meeting

Yountville Finance Authority Meeting

The Yountville Finance Authority will hold a special teleconference meeting to conduct an election of officers and review the authority's annual financial report.

• Election of Officers
• Annual Financial Report for the Yountville Finance Authority
• Approval of minutes from the January 19, 2021 meeting

Town Council Special Meeting

The Town Council will discuss the process for filling a vacant council seat following the resignation of Vice Mayor Kerri Dorman. The body will also consider appointing a council member to the Vice Mayor position. Additionally, the council may authorize remote teleconferencing for town meetings.

• Resolution Number 22-4096 to authorize remote teleconferencing meetings
• Appointment of a Council Member to the Vice Mayor position
• Process to fill the vacant Council seat after Kerri Dorman's resignation

Yountville Arts Commission Meeting

The Arts Commission will review the December 6, 2021, meeting minutes and a resolution regarding remote teleconferencing. The agenda also includes reports on art funds and a gallery show proposal for April 14 through May 13.

• Resolution Number 22-001: Authorizing Remote Teleconferencing Meetings
• Gallery Show Proposal: April 14 – May 13
• Art Funds Reports ending November 2021