American Canyon public meetings in 2024
41 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
CANCELLATION NOTICE - Planning Commission
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for December 19, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 23, 2025.
- Meeting cancelled; no business conducted
Napa Valley Tourism Business Improvement District
The Napa Valley Tourism Business Improvement District committee will meet to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2025, approve minutes from May 2024, and review a financial report. Informational updates will be provided from Visit Napa Valley, local hotels, the city, chamber, and a developer.
- Select Chair and Vice Chair for 2025
- Review and approve the Financial Report
- Approve minutes of May 1, 2024 meeting
- Informational updates on tourism and hotel activity
The Napa Valley Tourism Business Improvement District committee approved the minutes from May 1, 2024, selected Valerie Zizak-Morais as chair and Eric Burrow as vice chair for 2025, and approved financial reports through September 2024. All votes were unanimous with no abstentions. Informational updates were provided by Visit Napa Valley, American Canyon Hotels, the City of American Canyon, and the Chamber of Commerce.
- Approved minutes of May 1, 2024 (5-0)
- Appointed Valerie Zizak-Morais as chair for 2025 (5-0)
- Appointed Eric Burrow as vice chair for 2025 (5-0)
- Approved financial reports through September 2024 (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The American Canyon Planning Commission will vote on three agenda items: approval of the October 24, 2024 meeting minutes, a design permit for a vertical metal post perimeter fence at parcels 059-430-032 and 059-430-025, and the list of active planning projects for November 2024. Public comment is limited to items not on the agenda. No other business is scheduled.
- Approve Minutes of October 24, 2024
- Approve Design Permit for NVRG Vertical Metal Post Perimeter Fence (Parcels 059-430-032 & 059-430-025)
- Approve Active Planning Projects for November 2024
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Parks & Community Services Commission
The Parks & Community Services Commission will review recommended updates to City Code Section 12.40.051 regarding skatepark use and trespass when closed. The Commission will also approve minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting and welcome a new Youth Commissioner. No other business items are listed.
- Welcome Youth Commissioner Heather Mora
- Approve minutes of October 10, 2024 regular meeting
- Review updates to Municipal Code 12.40.051 'Skate Park Use - Use of or Trespass at Skate Park When Closed'
The Parks and Community Services Commission approved the minutes from its October 10, 2024 meeting. The commission also received a staff report on updating the municipal code for skatepark use and discussed the proposed update, but no action was taken on it. An update on Capital Improvement Program projects was provided, and the meeting adjourned at 6:52 p.m.
- Approved minutes of October 10, 2024 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
American Canyon Fire Protection District Board
The American Canyon Fire Protection District Board will convene to approve minutes from a previous meeting and adopt a resolution setting the meeting dates for 2025. The session includes a closed session regarding anticipated litigation and recognitions for board members.
- Approve minutes of October 22, 2024 meeting
- Adopt resolution for 2025 Board meeting dates
- Closed session regarding anticipated litigation
- Recognize Board Member Mariam Aboudamous
- Recognize Chair Leon Garcia for 22 years of service
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Open Space, Active Transportation, and Sustainability Commission
The Open Space, Active Transportation, and Sustainability Commission will receive a presentation on the Countywide Active Transportation Plan. The body will also receive an update on the Bicycle Friendly Community Application.
- Countywide Active Transportation Plan presentation from the Napa Valley Transportation Authority
- Bicycle Friendly Community Application update from the Napa County Bicycle Coalition
- Approval of October 2, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The American Canyon Planning Commission will decide on two major land-use items: a 136-home subdivision at Watson Ranch and a 219,834 sq ft warehouse with a conditional use permit. They will also receive and file a General Plan Technical Update Draft Environmental Impact Report for public review.
- Watson Ranch Lot 7: 136 single-family homes on 12.86 acres west of Marcus Road (APN 059-430-045)
- SDG 220 Warehouse: 219,834 sq ft wine warehouse at 1055 Commerce Court (APN 058-030-069)
- General Plan Technical Update Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) public review workshop
- NVR&G Vertical Metal Post Perimeter Fence Design Permit continued to November 21, 2024
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
American Canyon Fire Protection District Board
The American Canyon Fire Protection District Board will approve the September 24 meeting minutes and adopt a resolution for the employer's contribution under the Public Employees' Medical and Hospital Care Act for FY 2024‑2025. It will also consider authorizing an IT services contract with Definitive Networks, Inc., accepting a $73,569 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, and approving an air ambulance agreement with REACH Air Medical Services. All items are presented as resolutions for board action.
- Approve minutes of the September 24, 2024 board meeting
- Adopt resolution for employer's contribution under PEMHCA for FY 2024‑2025
- Authorize IT services agreement with Definitive Networks, Inc.
- Accept $73,569 OTS grant for airbags and struts for extrication and stabilization
- Approve air ambulance agreement with REACH Air Medical Services, LLC
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Parks & Community Services Commission
The Parks & Community Services Commission will review applications for renaming the former Napa Junction Elementary School, Community Park I, and Community Park II. The body will also review proposed updates to the Parks and Recreation Refund Policy.
- Naming recommendations for former Napa Junction Elementary School, Community Park I, and Community Park II
- Proposed updates to the Parks and Recreation Refund Policy
- Approval of September 12, 2024 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Open Space, Active Transportation, and Sustainability Commission
The Open Space, Active Transportation, and Sustainability Commission will review and comment on trail standards and a draft management plan for the Newell Open Space Preserve. The body will also receive an update regarding electric bicycles in the preserve.
- Review and comment on Newell Open Space trail standards
- Review and comment on the draft Newell Management Plan
- Update on electric bicycles in Newell Open Space Preserve
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is considering a design permit for a new single-family home development and a major modification for a multifamily residential project. The body will also review current active planning projects.
- Design Permit for Watson Ranch Lot 8 to develop 25 single-family homes on 2.3 acres north of Carter Street
- Major Modification to Oat Hill Multifamily Residential Project Parcel A and B Design Permits south of Napa Junction Road
- Review of September 2024 Active Planning Projects
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
American Canyon Fire Protection District Board
The American Canyon Fire Protection District Board will hold a public hearing to approve the final budgets for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The Board will also consider policies regarding line-of-duty deaths and a revised salary schedule for the Battalion Chief position.
- Public hearing and resolution for Final Operating and Capital Budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-25
- Public hearing continuance for the formation of Community Facilities District No. 1 (Giovannoni Logistics Park)
- Proposed Policies and Procedures for Line-of-Duty Death and Injury Notification, Investigations, Family Support Liaison, and Funerals
- Resolution for Revised Salary Schedule and Educational Incentives for the Battalion Chief Position
- Minute Order for excused absence and compensation for Board Member Aboudamous (May 28, 2024 to November 12, 2024)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Parks & Community Services Commission
The Parks & Community Services Commission will review applications to rename Community Park I, Community Park II, and the former Napa Junction Elementary School. The body will also discuss how community groups and events use city parks and facilities.
- Review of name suggestions for the former Napa Junction Elementary School, Community Park I, and Community Park II
- Discussion on the utilization of City parks and facilities for community groups and events
- Oral update on the Parks and Community Services Master Plan update
- Approval of May 9, 2024 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Open Space, Active Transportation, and Sustainability Commission
The Open Space, Active Transportation, and Sustainability Commission will meet to review progress on specific city projects. The body will also consider the approval of minutes from its August 7, 2024, meeting.
- Capital Project update: Newell Open Space Improvements
- Capital Project update: Green Island Road Class I Trail
- Capital Project update: Wetlands Edge Enhancement
- Approval of August 7, 2024, meeting minutes
American Canyon Fire Protection District Board
The American Canyon Fire Protection District Board will consider several agenda items, including a change order authorizing $10,454.59 for modifications to two Type I fire engines. The board will also adopt local goals and policies for the Mello‑Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982 and approve new policies on valuables, photography, drug‑free workplace, and nepotism. Additional items include approving the July 23 meeting minutes and adopting a resolution to form the Giovannoni Logistics Park. A closed‑session discussion with legal counsel on anticipated litigation is also scheduled.
- Approve Change Order #1: $10,454.59 for modifications to two Type I fire engines
- Adopt local goals and policies for the Mello‑Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982
- Approve policies and procedures on valuables, photography, drug/alcohol‑free workplace, and nepotism
- Approve the minutes of the July 23, 2024 Fire District Board meeting
- Adopt a resolution to form the Giovannoni Logistics Park (Community Facilities District No. 1)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a setback variance for a single-family home and modifications to a multifamily residential project. The body will also review the August 2024 active planning projects list.
- Public hearing for a rear yard setback variance at 21 Capri Court (File No. PL24-0019)
- Public hearing for a Major Modification to the Oat Hill Multifamily Residential project on 13.6 acres (PL24-0009)
- Approval of July 25, 2024 meeting minutes
Open Space, Active Transportation, and Sustainability Commission
The Open Space, Active Transportation, and Sustainability Commission will vote to approve the minutes from its May 1, 2024 meeting. Commissioners will also receive an update on fuel reduction, tree conditions, and replanting efforts at the Clarke Ranch site. The meeting includes a public comment period for items not on the agenda.
- Approve minutes of the May 1, 2024 Open Space, Active Transportation and Sustainability Commission meeting
- Receive update on fuel reduction, tree conditions, and replanting at Clarke Ranch
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Rescheduled Regular Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding major modifications to the Oat Hill Multifamily Residential project. The body will also review a draft environmental report for a distribution center and discuss active planning projects.
- Public hearing for Major Modification to Oat Hill Multifamily Residential project (PL24-0009) on 13.6 acres south of Napa Junction Road
- Public review workshop for the SDG Commerce 220 Distribution Center Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR)
- Approval of May 23, 2024 meeting minutes
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding two matters of anticipated litigation
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
American Canyon Fire Protection District Board
The American Canyon Fire Protection District Board will meet to discuss a successor agreement regarding wages and benefits for firefighters. The board is also considering a revised job description for the Firefighter/Paramedic Trainee position.
- Resolution No. 2024-22: Successor Memorandum of Agreement with IAFF Local 1186 regarding wages and benefits
- Resolution No. 2024-21: Revised job description for Firefighter/Paramedic Trainee (Policy Number 200.09)
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding one matter of anticipated litigation
- Retirement honor for Captain Jose Martin (20 years of service)
- Recognition of Captain Max Etchieson (15 years of service)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
American Canyon Fire Protection District Board
The American Canyon Fire Protection District Board will hold a public hearing on the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The meeting also includes approving cost-of-living increases for various fees and a tentative agreement with IAFF Local 1186.
- Public hearing for the FY 2024-2025 preliminary budget
- Approval of tentative agreement with IAFF Local 1186
- 3.8 percent increase to Fire Mitigation Fees
- Write off of $386.58 in uncollectible Fire Service Fees
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
American Canyon Fire Protection District Board
The American Canyon Fire Protection District Board will consider a settlement agreement regarding employee overtime disputes at the Fire Academy. The agenda also includes approving water tender repairs and new department policies.
- Settlement Agreement and Release of Claims regarding fire academy overtime disputes
- $25,946.91 for Water Tender repairs
- New policies for the Explorer Program and on-duty grocery/dining
- Confirmation of Beth Marcus to the Fire Service Fee Board of Review
- Proposed Capital Improvement Plan
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider adopting a resolution regarding the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Capital Improvement Program. The body will also review the list of active planning projects for May 2024.
- Approval of April 25, 2024, meeting minutes
- Adoption of resolution for Fiscal Year 2024/25 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
- Review of May 2024 Active Planning Projects
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Finance Subcommittee
The Finance Subcommittee will meet to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The committee will also review and approve minutes from several previous meetings.
- Review of Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget
- Approval of January 11, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approval of previous meeting minutes from May 2022, May 2023, August 2023, and September 2023
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks & Community Services Commission
The Commission will review the draft Fiscal Year 2024/25 Annual Work Plan for consideration by the City Council. They will also review Capital Improvement Program projects for the Parks and Recreation Department.
- Review of Draft Fiscal Year 2024/25 Annual Work Plan
- Review of FY2024/25 Capital Improvement Program Projects
- Approval of April 11, 2024, meeting minutes
Napa Valley Tourism Business Improvement District
The committee will review financial reports from October through December 2023 and consider approval of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget. Additionally, members will review donation requests for the 2024 Juneteenth Celebration and the 2024 Reindeer Run.
- Approval of Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget
- Donation request for 2024 Juneteenth Celebration
- Donation request for 2024 Reindeer Run
- Review of financial reports from October through December 2023
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Open Space, Active Transportation, and Sustainability Commission
The commission will review the American Canyon Wetlands Restoration Plan and discuss bicycle improvement options for Rio Del Mar. Members will also review open space, transportation, and sustainability projects within the draft Fiscal Year 2024/25 Capital Improvement Program.
- Review of American Canyon Wetlands Restoration Plan
- Discussion of bicycle improvement options for Rio Del Mar between Highway 29 and West Carolyn Road
- Review of projects in the draft Fiscal Year 2024/25 Capital Improvement Program
- Approval of April 3, 2024, meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review an update to the Design Permit Ordinance and receive a report on the Prohousing Incentive Program. The meeting also includes a review of active planning projects from March 2024.
- Design Permit Ordinance Update: recommendation to amend Municipal Code Chapter 19.41
- Prohousing Incentive Program Update
- Review of March 2024 Active Planning Projects
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Special American Canyon Fire Protection Board
The American Canyon Fire Protection Board will meet to discuss legal litigation and a resolution regarding vessel pricing. The board is scheduled to ratify a resolution concerning an increased final price for a Patrol/Rescue Boat.
- Ratification of Resolution 2023-26 regarding an increase in the final price for the Patrol/Rescue Boat
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation: Denise Lynn Sanchez v Elton Weeks, Napa County Superior Court Case No. 21CV000455
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Parks & Community Services Commission
The Commission will review a proposed scope of work and cost estimate to update the 2012 Parks and Community Services Master Plan. Members will also discuss the draft Annual Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2024/25.
- Review of 2012 Parks and Community Services Master Plan Update scope and cost estimate
- Discussion of Draft Fiscal Year 2024/25 Annual Work Plan
- Approval of March 14, 2024, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Open Space, Active Transportation, and Sustainability Commission
The Commission will review and comment on the draft Fiscal Year 2024/25 Annual Work Plan for consideration by the City Council. The agenda also includes approval of the March 6, 2024, meeting minutes.
- Review of Draft Fiscal Year 2024/25 Annual Work Plan
- Approval of March 6, 2024, meeting minutes
- Updated 2024 meeting schedule report
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a design permit for a mini storage facility and a subdivision map for single family homes. The meeting also includes a review of active planning projects.
- Napa Junction Mini Storage Design Permit and Variance for 540-unit facility at 4484 Hess Road
- Watson Ranch Lot 8 Subdivision to create 25 single family lots on 2.3 acres north of Carter Street
- Review of March 2024 Active Planning Projects
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
American Canyon Fire Protection District Board
The Board will review a term sheet to establish a Community Facilities District for the Watson Ranch Specific Plan. Additionally, members will conduct a mid-year budget review for fiscal year 2023-2024 and approve updated personnel policies.
- Establishing a Community Facilities District (CFD) for the Watson Ranch Specific Plan
- Radio Usage Agreement between American Canyon, City of Fairfield, and City of Napa
- Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Mid-Year Budget Review and adjustment
- New policies regarding harassment, personnel complaints, and lactation breaks
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Parks & Community Services Commission
The Commission will discuss the naming process for Community Park I, Community Park II, and the former Napa Junction Elementary School. The agenda also includes approving minutes from December 2023 and February 2024 meetings.
- Discussion of renaming process for Community Park I, Community Park II, and former Napa Junction Elementary School
- Approval of December 14, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of February 8, 2024, meeting minutes
- Receipt of updated 2024 meeting schedule
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Open Space, Active Transportation, and Sustainability Commission
The commission will receive updates regarding the Bicycle Friendly Community Application process and the Wetlands Edge Enhancement Project. The meeting also includes a recommendation to approve the minutes from the February 7, 2024, meeting.
- Bicycle Friendly Community Application update
- Wetlands Edge Enhancement Project update
- Approval of February 7, 2024, meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
American Canyon Fire Protection District Board
The Board will hold a public hearing regarding participation in the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program (SCIP). The meeting also includes the approval of several new workplace policies and a memorandum of understanding for regional grant applications.
- Public hearing on joining the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program (SCIP)
- Resolution to enter a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement with CSCDA
- Approval of five new policies, including workplace violence and lactation breaks
- Memorandum of Understanding for regional grant applications
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a major modification for the Chicken Guy Restaurant. The meeting also includes discussions on accessory dwelling unit ordinance updates and annual progress reports for housing and the General Plan.
- Major Modification to Condition 23 for Chicken Guy Restaurant at 200 American Canyon Road
- Resolution recommending amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 19.39 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
- 2023 Calendar year Housing Element Progress Report
- 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Parks & Community Services Commission
The Parks and Community Services Commission will conduct a second review of the proposed 2024 Parks and Recreation Department User Fee Schedule. The commission will also review proposed projects for the FY2024/25 Capital Improvement Program and receive an update on current FY2023/24 projects.
- Second review of the proposed 2024 Parks and Recreation Department User Fee Schedule
- Review of proposed FY2024/25 Capital Improvement Program Projects
- Oral presentation regarding current FY2023/24 Capital Improvement Program Projects
Open Space, Active Transportation, and Sustainability Commission
The commission will select its new Chair and Vice Chair for the term starting March 1, 2024. Members will also review proposed capital improvement projects for Parks and Recreation and draft maintenance procedures for the Newell Open Space Preserve. An update on spring maintenance for the preserve is also scheduled.
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair (March 1, 2024 – December 31, 2024)
- Review of FY2024/25 Capital Improvement Program Projects for Parks and Recreation
- Review of draft Newell Open Space Preserve Standard Operating and Maintenance Procedures
- Update on Newell Open Space Preserve Spring Maintenance Project
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a design permit for the Napa River Ecology Center. They will also review recommendations for two new city ordinances regarding industrial use sustainability and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Design Permit for redevelopment of a 5,000 square foot building into an Ecology Center at 205 Wetlands Edge Road
- Ordinance implementing Industrial Use Green House Gas Standards
- Ordinance implementing Industrial Commerce Centers Sustainability Standards
- Approval of December 21, 2023 meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
American Canyon Fire Protection District Board
The Board will consider a term sheet for a Community Facilities District related to the Watson Ranch Specific Plan. They will also review a property tax agreement regarding the annexation of 1661 Green Island Road. Additionally, the meeting includes the approval of eleven new department policies and procedures.
- Term Sheet for Community Facilities District at Watson Ranch
- Property Tax Agreement for 1661 Green Island Road annexation
- Approval of 11 new policies and procedures
- Disposition of a surplus 2001 Ford F-250
- Proclamation of February as American Heart Month
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Finance Subcommittee
The Finance Subcommittee will meet to review the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2022-23. This includes reviewing communications from the City's external auditor.
- Review of Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and year-end financial results for Fiscal Year 2022-23