Yountville public meetings in 2023

Town Council Strategic Planning Study Session

The Yountville Town Council scheduled a special meeting for a strategic planning study session. The provided agenda does not list specific topics or details to be discussed during the session.

• Strategic planning study session

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Yountville Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the town's zoning map and municipal code. The council will also review the annual comprehensive financial report and an analysis of General Fund reserves. Other items include adopting resolutions for transportation plans and budget adjustments for public art.

• Amendment to the Yountville Zoning Map and Municipal Code
• $4,483 budget adjustment for Art Walk sculpture artist stipends
• Support for the Napa Valley Transportation Authority Vision Zero Plan
• Continuation of the emergency declaration for recycled water main repairs
• Reclassification of the Finance Director/Treasurer to Administrative Services Director

Yountville Art Commission

The Yountville Arts Commission is reviewing a request to transfer $10,000 from the Community Foundation Art Fund to the Public Art Fee Fund for the Yountville Art Walk. The commission will also consider approving a gallery show and a new Poet Laureate event.

• Transfer of $10,000 from Community Foundation Art Fund to Public Art Fee Fund
• Approval of Andrea Cazares gallery show at Steve Rogers Gallery (April 4 – May 3, 2024)
• Consideration of a new Poet Laureate Conversation event
• Update on artwork for the 2024 Art, Sip and Stroll poster

Town Council Meeting - Closed Session

The Town Council will hold a closed session to discuss real property negotiations. The session involves negotiating the price and terms of payment for the property at 6554 Yount Street with the Napa Valley Unified School District.

• Negotiation regarding 6554 Yount Street
• Discussion of price and terms of payment with Napa Valley Unified School District

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will discuss adopting a new five-year master plan for parks and recreation. The meeting also includes items regarding staff reclassification, minimum wage updates, and the March 2024 special election.

• $73,000 contract with PM Design Group, Inc. for ADA compliance review
• Adoption of revised part-time salary schedule for increased minimum wage
• Approval of argument in favor of Measure U for the March 5, 2024 election
• Reclassification of Finance Director/Treasurer to Administrative Services Director
• Appointment of two individuals to the Affordable and Workforce Housing Oversight Committee

Emergency Preparedness Special Meeting

The Emergency Preparedness Standing Committee will discuss partner feedback and community survey results. The meeting also includes discussion on next steps and future planning.

• Review of partner feedback
• Review of community feedback and survey results
• Discussion of next steps and future planning

Town Council Meeting - Closed Session

The Town Council will hold a closed session to negotiate the price and payment terms for the property at 6554 Yount Street with the Napa Valley Unified School District. The council will also confer with legal counsel regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation and an existing case involving JM Manufacturing Company, Inc.

• Negotiation of price and payment terms for 6554 Yount Street
• Conference regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation
• Conference regarding existing litigation: United States of America, et al. v. JM Manufacturing Company, Inc.

Town Council Study Session

The Yountville Town Council is holding a special study session focused on housing. The agenda includes only this single substantive item, along with routine procedural matters such as call to order, roll call, and public comment. No decisions are listed; it is a discussion-only session.

• Housing study session (item 6)

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will receive an update regarding a recent boil water notice. The Council will also consider a Joint Powers Agreement with the Department of Veterans Affairs and the City of Napa for shared water sampling and laboratory services.

• Acceptance of $238,467.96 contract for Heritage Way Project street rehabilitation
• Continuation of emergency declaration for recycled water transmission main repair
• Consideration of Joint Powers Agreement for shared water testing services
• Quarterly reports from Napa County Sheriff’s Office and CalFire
• Biannual report from Yountville Arts Commission

Yountville Art Commission

The commission will consider placing the 'Love Wine Too' sculpture by Richard Starks on the Yountville Art Walk. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a partnership concept for Veterans Memorial Park.

• Consideration of Love Wine Too sculpture by artist Richard Starks for Art Walk placement
• Discussion of Veterans Memorial Park Pad Partnership with Veterans Home Concept
• Update on upcoming gallery shows including Paul Youngman and Youth Exhibit
• Proposal for a Poet Laureate Conversation
• Updates on Art Walk installations including Chrysalis and The Two of Us

ZDRB Regular Meeting

The Zoning & Design Review Board will consider Resolution 23-003 regarding a commercial use permit for R+D Kitchen at 6795 Washington Street, Building D. The proposal includes an amendment to the existing Master Development Plan to incorporate Building D and seeks an environmental exemption.

• Adoption of Resolution 23-003 for R+D Kitchen 'To-Go' food services
• Master Development Plan Amendment for 6795 Washington Street, Building D
• CEQA environmental exemption finding for the permit and amendment
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 8, 2023

Town Council Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Town Council will hold a closed session to discuss price and payment terms for the property at 6554 Yount Street. The council will also meet with legal counsel regarding one potential litigation case.

• Property negotiation for 6554 Yount Street with Napa Valley Unified School District
• Discussion of price and terms of payment for real property
• Conference with legal counsel regarding one potential litigation case

Town Council Study Session

The Town Council is convening a special study session to discuss matters related to climate, health, and safety. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as agenda adoption and non-agenda public comment.

• Climate, Health & Safety Study Session

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission will conduct a second formal review of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Document. The commission may also consider moving the plan forward to the Town Council for adoption.

• Second Formal Review of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan Document
• Second Review of the Yountville Town Parks and Path Map
• Public Works Department General Update
• Parks & Recreation Department General Update

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Yountville Town Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one to prohibit new gas or fueling stations and another to allow moratoriums on permits when code enforcement issues are pending. The council will also consider reclassifying two staff positions, including appointing Celia King as Administrative Services Director, and several consent items including a $102,600 broadband feasibility study and an $80,000 electric vehicle purchase.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 23-521 to prohibit gas or fueling stations
• Public hearing on Ordinance 23-522 regarding moratoriums on permits pending code enforcement
• Resolution 23-4228: $102,600 for LATA Broadband Development Feasibility Study
• Resolution 23-4229: $80,000 for 2023 F-150 Lightning electric vehicle
• Reclassification of Finance Director/Treasurer to Administrative Services Director, appointing Celia King

ZDRB Regular Meeting

The Zoning & Design Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding Resolution 23-002. This resolution recommends amendments to the Yountville Municipal Code to require public notice, comment periods, and arborist reports for tree removal permits.

• Public hearing on Resolution 23-002 regarding tree removal permit requirements
• Appointment of ZDRB Chair and Vice Chair for a one-year term
• Review of amendments to Yountville Municipal Code Sections 17.128.030, 17.128.040, 17.128.050, and 17.236.010

The Zoning & Design Review Board approved the meeting agenda, reappointed Steven Miller as Chair and Michael Zagorzek as Vice Chair, and approved the minutes from the August 8 meeting. The Board adopted Resolution 23‑002, with a modification requiring the Town Arborist report before the public notice period for tree‑removal permits. All actions passed unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (5‑0)
• Reappointed Steven Miller as ZDRB Chair (5‑0)
• Appointed Michael Zagorzek as ZDRB Vice Chair (5‑0)
• Approved minutes from August 8, 2023 meeting (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution 23‑002 (as modified) to require public notice and arborist reports for tree‑removal permits (5‑0)

Town Council Special Meeting - Applicant Interviews

The Town Council will conduct interviews for individuals applying to the Zoning & Design Review Board. The Council will also consider appointing one person to a term expiring July 19, 2025.

• Applicant interviews for Zoning & Design Review Board
• Consideration of appointment for one individual to the Zoning & Design Review Board

The Town Council conducted interviews for the Zoning & Design Review Board. Following these interviews, the Council voted to appoint Kenneth Deposki to the board for a term expiring July 19, 2025.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Appointed Kenneth Deposki to the Zoning & Design Review Board (5-0)

Yountville Arts Commission Special Meeting (Strategic Planning 2023-24)

The Yountville Arts Commission is holding a special meeting for 2023-24 strategic planning. The commission will also review a proposal for a gallery show featuring artist Pamela Anderson.

• Review and possible action to approve a Gallery Show featuring artist Pamela Anderson from October 3 – November 20, 2024
• Strategic Planning Session for 2023-24

Emergency Preparedness Special Meeting

The Emergency Preparedness Standing Committee will discuss planning for an upcoming emergency preparedness event. The committee will also consider a potential site visit to the Community Center and appoint a Chair.

• Chair appointment
• Emergency preparedness event planning discussion
• Potential site visit to Community Center

Zoning & Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Zoning & Design Review Board will consider Resolution Number 23-001. This resolution recommends that the Town Council adopt an ordinance to prohibit gas or fueling stations within the town.

• Consideration of Resolution Number 23-001 to prohibit gas or fueling stations
• Proposed amendments to Yountville Municipal Code Sections 17.12.010 and 17.236.010
• Approval of minutes from the July 11, 2023 meeting

Yountville Arts Commission

The Commission will consider approving the sculpture 'Slice of Life' by Richard Starks for the Art Walk. Members will also review a proposal for 'The Heart of Friendship' gallery show scheduled for early 2024.

• Vote on acceptance of new Art Walk sculpture 'Slice of Life' by Richard Starks
• Review and possible action to approve 'The Heart of Friendship' Gallery Show (Jan 18 – March 29, 2024)
• Request to approve cancellation of the September 2023 meeting
• Report on Art Fund totals ending June 2023
• Update on installation of two Ray Katz sculptures scheduled for August 31

Town Council Special Meeting - Closed Session

The Town Council held a closed session to confer with a real property negotiator. The discussion focused on the price and terms of payment for the property located at 6554 Yount Street.

• Negotiation with Napa Valley Unified School District regarding 6554 Yount Street
• Conference with Town Manager Brad Raulston as real property negotiator

The Town Council held a special closed session to discuss real property negotiations for 6554 Yount Street with the Napa Valley Unified School District. Upon returning to open session, Mayor Mohler announced that there was no reportable action.

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will review several consent calendar items including equipment procurement and service contracts. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the creation of an ADA parking stall at Forrester Park.

• Procurement of a Vactor Truck for $397,369.07
• Construction contract with Robertson Recreational Industries, Inc. for $109,056.15 to install replacement play surface at Yountville Community Park
• Street sweeping services agreement with Commercial Power Sweep for $65,835
• Discussion regarding the creation of an ADA parking stall at Forrester Park
• Adoption of Resolution 23-4226 for California Governor's Office of Emergency Services program applications

The Town Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including a new Vactor truck and play surface replacement for Yountville Community Park. Council also adopted a new Town Council Handbook and directed staff to conduct an accessibility analysis of all town parks.

• Approved $397,369.07 procurement of a Vactor truck (5-0)
• Approved $109,056.15 contract for replacement play surface at Yountville Community Park (5-0)
• Approved $65,835 maintenance agreement with Commercial Power Sweep for street sweeping (5-0)
• Adopted Town Council Handbook (5-0)
• Waived first reading of Ordinance 23-519 regarding electronic filing of campaign disclosure statements (5-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Larry Walker Associates for water/wastewater compliance (5-0)
• Approved amendment to Napa County fire protection service contract (5-0)
• Cancelled regular meetings scheduled for August 15 and September 5, 2023 (5-0)

Yountville Community Foundation

This agenda contains only a technical notice about opening a PDF portfolio, with no actual meeting items listed. It is procedural boilerplate with no decisions or discussions specified.

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The Commission approved a request for a memorial tree and plaque in Yountville Community Park. It also updated bylaws to allow middle or high school students to fill the student representation position. Additionally, the body selected a purple design for path wayfinding signs.

• Approved memorial tree and plaque for Susan C. Cole in Yountville Community Park (5-0)
• Approved bylaw update to allow middle or high school students for student representation (5-0)
• Unanimously selected purple design for Path/Trail Wayfinding Signs
• Appointed Chair Shirmang and Commissioner Courtney to Community Center plaza shade structure subcommittee (5-0)
• Directed staff to return Draft Master Plan in September for further consideration
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved May 18, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Town Council Special Meeting - Council Protocols

The Yountville Town Council will hold a special meeting to consider and potentially adopt Resolution Number 23-4219. This resolution would officially adopt the Town Council Handbook.

• Consideration and possible adoption of Resolution Number 23-4219 (Town Council Handbook)

The Town Council approved Resolution Number 23-4219 to adopt the Town Council Handbook with specific amendments. The approved version excludes Chapter II regarding the process for Boards, Commissions, and Committees.

• Adopted the Agenda (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution Number 23-4219 (Town Council Handbook) with changes and excluding Chapter II (5-0)

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of revised Developer Impact Fees and Capacity Charges. The meeting also includes discussions on tree preservation management and several contract approvals.

• Public hearing for Resolution 23-4218 regarding revised Developer Impact Fees and Capacity Charges
• Street rehabilitation bid for Heritage Way at $238,531.50
• Chemical purchase agreement for Wastewater Reclamation Facility for $124,000
• Laboratory testing services agreement with Caltest Analytical up to $97,000
• Discussion regarding Yountville Municipal Code tree preservation and management

The Town Council adopted Resolution 23-4218 to update developer impact fees and capacity charges based on the 2023 Nexus Study. The Council also approved several infrastructure contracts and appointments via a consent calendar. Staff were directed to proceed with recommendations for tree preservation and management.

• Approved revised Developer Impact Fees and Capacity Charges (5-0)
• Awarded $238,531.50 street rehabilitation contract for Heritage Way to JD Pasquetti Engineering, LLC (5-0)
• Approved $124,000 wastewater chemicals agreement with Jenfitch, Inc (5-0)
• Approved laboratory testing agreement with Caltest Analytical not to exceed $97,000 (5-0)
• Continued Emergency Declaration for Recycled Water Transmission Main Repair (5-0)
• Appointed three members to Yountville Arts Commission and one to Yountville Community Foundation (5-0)
• Directed staff to move forward with Tree Preservation and Management recommendations
• Appointed Vice Mayor Knight and Town Manager Brad Raulston as delegates for League of California Cities conference (5-0)

Zoning and Design Review Board (ZDRB) Meeting

The Zoning and Design Review Board will conduct a public hearing regarding a proposed residential addition, remodel, and landscape improvements. The board will also review minutes from the May 16, 2023, meeting.

• Design Review for residential addition/remodel and landscape improvements at 1886 Mulberry Street (APN 036-293-017)

Yountville Art Commission

The Commission approved a new Holiday Decor Program for the Community Center Plaza and a literary program called WRITING CELEBRATION. It also authorized shipping reimbursements for Art Walk artists and accepted two sculptures by Ray Katz for the Art Walk.

• Approved new Holiday Decor Program for Community Center Plaza (5-0)
• Approved changing monthly meeting time from 5:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved shipping and delivery reimbursements up to $1,000 for two-year Art Walk sculpture loans (5-0)
• Approved accepting sculpture COMBUSTION by Ray Katz for the Art Walk (5-0)
• Approved accepting sculpture SENTINEL by Ray Katz for the Art Walk (5-0)
• Approved new literary program titled WRITING CELEBRATION (5-0)
• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Approved June 5, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Housing Standing Committee - Special Meeting

The Housing Standing Committee will hold a special meeting to address administrative and regular items. The agenda includes a discussion regarding Napa Valley Community Housing and a presentation by Steve Rogers.

• Napa Valley Community Housing discussion
• Presentation by Steve Rogers

Town Council Special Meeting - Applicant Interviews

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for two local bodies. The interviews concern positions for the Yountville Arts Commission and the Yountville Community Foundation.

• Applicant Interviews for Yountville Arts Commission
• Applicant Interviews for Yountville Community Foundation

The Town Council held interviews for applicants seeking positions on the Yountville Arts Commission and the Yountville Community Foundation. No appointments were decided during this meeting.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Conducted Yountville Arts Commission interviews with Cynthia Kapjian and Marita Dorenbecher
• Received written interview responses from Yountville Arts Commission applicant Judy Meredith
• Conducted Yountville Community Foundation interview with Sandra Fagan

Town Council Special Meeting - Council Protocols Workshop

The Yountville Town Council has scheduled a special meeting for a workshop regarding council protocols. The session is intended for discussion of these protocols.

• Town Council Protocols Discussion

The Town Council convened for a special meeting to discuss protocols. No substantive decisions or policy changes were recorded during the workshop.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will review the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2023-22 to 2027-28. The agenda also includes a proposal to amend the benefits plan for elected officials.

• Adoption of Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (FY 2023-22 to 2027-28)
• Resolution 23-4212: Rejecting bids for Street Rehabilitation Micro surfacing project
• Amendment of the Yountville Arts Commission Bylaws via Resolution 23-4213
• Consideration of Resolution 23-4214 to amend Town Council Benefits Plan for Elected Officials
• Continuation of Emergency Declaration for Recycled Water Transmission Main Repair

The Town Council approved the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2023-22 to 2027-28. Other actions included rejecting street rehabilitation bids and amending the benefits plan for elected officials.

• Adopted Five-Year Capital Improvement Program for FY 2023-22 to 2027-28 (5-0)
• Rejected bids for Street Rehabilitation Micro surfacing project MT 3024 (5-0)
• Continued Emergency Declaration for Recycled Water Transmission Main Repair (5-0)
• Amended Yountville Arts Commission Bylaws (5-0)
• Amended Town Council Benefits Plan for Elected Officials (5-0)
• Cancelled Town Council meeting scheduled for July 4, 2023 (5-0)

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will review the 2023/2024 annual budget, including salary ranges and fiscal policies. The agenda also includes approving an employment agreement for the Town Manager and discussing councilmember benefits.

• Adoption of the 2023/2024 Annual Budget and related fiscal policies
• Approval of an employment agreement with the Town Manager
• Resolution to approve plans for Heritage Way street rehabilitation project MT-3024
• Budget adjustments for legal contingency, Public Works, Parks and Recreation, and Wastewater
• Continuation of the emergency declaration for recycled water transmission main repair

The Town Council approved the 2023/2024 Annual Budget and an employment agreement for the Town Manager. Council also authorized street rehabilitation plans for Heritage Way and modified benefits for Council members. Additionally, Vice Mayor Knight was appointed to the Napa County Climate Action Committee.

• Adopted 2023/2024 Annual Budget and associated fiscal policies (5-0)
• Approved employment agreement and appointment of Town Manager (5-0)
• Approved plans for Measure T Street Rehabilitation at Heritage Way (5-0)
• Appointed Vice Mayor Knight as alternate to Napa County Climate Action Committee (5-0)
• Dissolved NVUSD 2x2 Standing Committee and created Ad Hoc Committee (5-0)
• Approved use of General Fund for Legal Contingency and budget adjustments (5-0)
• Continued Emergency Declaration for Recycled Water Transmission Main Repair (5-0)
• Directed staff to add fitness reimbursement and cell phone stipends to Council benefits

Yountville Art Commission

The Arts Commission appointed members to a short-term subcommittee to design a new plaza shade structure for the Community Center. The Commission also approved updated bylaws for submission to the Town Council and rescheduled two upcoming meetings.

• Appointed Commissioner Hudson and Chair Schaer to the Community Center plaza shade structure subcommittee, with Judy Meredith as alternate (6-0)
• Approved updated bylaws for submission to Town Council (6-0)
• Approved moving July 3 and September 4 meetings to July 10 and September 11, 2023 (6-0)
• Adopted the agenda (6-0)
• Approved May 1, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Town Council Special Meeting - Budget Workshop #4

Town Council reviewed the Water and Wastewater Utility Enterprise Funds and the General Fund. Council directed staff to add $50,000 to the Community Promotions – Small Projects Grant Program for non-profit organizations. Staff were also directed to rename a reserve fund and seek expert advice on fund balances.

• Approved Water Utility Enterprise Funds as presented
• Approved Wastewater Utility Enterprise Funds as presented
• Directed staff to add $50,000 to Community Promotions – Small Projects Grant Program budget
• Directed staff to rename Revenue Stabilization Reserve Fund to Unanticipated Tourism Revenue Deficits Fund
• Directed staff to hire a financial advisor or expert to determine required fund balance amounts
• Adopted the agenda (5-0)

Town Council Special Meeting - Budget Workshop #3

The Town Council will conduct a special meeting to review various municipal funds. The discussion includes reviews of special revenue, custodial, debt service, impact fee, and capital projects funds.

• Special Revenue Funds Review
• Custodial Fund Review
• Debt Service Funds Review
• Impact Fee Funds Review
• Capital Projects Funds Review

The Town Council reviewed several special revenue and project funds for the 2023/2024 budget. Most funds will proceed as presented, but the Council directed an increase in funding for North Park. Staff will also prepare a resolution regarding medical benefits for council members' families.

• Approved adding $150,000 to Fund 50, PK-0033 for North Park shade structure and interior improvements
• Determined Special Revenue Funds will proceed as presented
• Determined Custodial Fund will proceed as presented
• Determined Debt Service Funds will proceed as presented
• Determined Impact Fee Funds will proceed as presented
• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission

The Commission requested specific design and color revisions for the Yountville Marquee Project marker signs. Members also reviewed a draft of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and received updates on Vineyard Park Phase 2.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved March 16, 2023 minutes (5-0)
• Requested marker signs use option 1 with distance and time elements from option 3
• Requested two color options for signs: purple and the current Town street sign scheme

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider several resolutions regarding road repair projects and professional service agreements. The meeting also includes presentations on affordable housing oversight and a development impact fee study.

• Resolution 23-4204: Fiscal Year 2023-24 Project List for SB1 Road Repair
• Resolution 23-4205: Street Rehabilitation Microsurfacing Project (MT-3024)
• Resolution 23-4206: BPR Consulting Group agreement not to exceed $135,900
• Measure S Affordable and Workforce Housing Oversight Committee update
• Bartle Wells Associates 2023 Development Impact Fee Study progress report

The Town Council approved several infrastructure projects, including a road repair project list and street microsurfacing. They also authorized a professional services agreement for building inspections and plan checks. The council received updates on affordable housing and development impact fees.

• Approved FY 2023-24 Project List for SB1 Road Repair and Accountability Act (5-0)
• Approved plans and bid solicitation for Street Rehabilitation Microsurfacing Project MT-3024 (5-0)
• Approved professional service agreement with BPR Consulting Group not to exceed $135,900 (5-0)
• Approved April 2023 Monthly Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from March 7 and March 21, 2023 (5-0)

Zoning and Design Review Board (ZDRB) Meeting

The Zoning and Design Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding the replacement of one illuminated sign on the front façade of North Block Restaurant. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from February and March 2023.

• Design review for replacement of 1 illuminated sign at 6757 Washington Street
• Approval of February 14, 2023, meeting minutes
• Approval of March 14, 2023, meeting minutes

Town Council Special Meeting - Budget Workshop #2

The Town Council is conducting a special meeting to review various municipal funds. The workshop includes reviews of the General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, and Impact Fee Funds.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2023/2024 General Fund summary and departments
• Review of Special Revenue Funds
• Review of Tourism Improvement District Fund
• Review of Impact Fee Funds
• Review of Debt Service Funds and Custodial Fund

The Yountville Town Council held a budget workshop for FY 2023/2024, reviewing the General Fund and recommending several changes. These included removing $5,000 for Cleanup Day (now in Fund 29), increasing Open House/Meet & Greet spending from $5,000 to $10,000, raising legal contingencies to $250,000, and boosting Planning contract services from $10,000 to $60,000. Reviews of Special Revenue, Custodial, Debt Service, and Impact Fee Funds were continued to the next workshop on May 18, 2023.

• Removed $5,000 for Cleanup Day from Non-Departmental budget (now in Fund 29)
• Increased Community Promotions for Open House/Meet & Greet from $5,000 to $10,000
• Increased Town Attorney Legal Contingencies to $250,000
• Increased Planning & Building contract services from $10,000 to $60,000
• Reduced Building Permit and Plan Check revenue to align with current year actuals
• Added $25/month Deferred Compensation for Town Council members per Resolution 19-3546
• Continued Special Revenue Funds review to May 18, 2023
• Continued Custodial, Debt Service, and Impact Fee Funds reviews to May 18, 2023

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider continuing an emergency declaration for the recycled water transmission main repair. The meeting also includes presentations on public safety, CalFire, and the Chamber of Commerce.

• Emergency Declaration for Recycled Water Transmission Main Repair
• Quarterly Investment Report for quarter ended March 31, 2023
• Public Safety Quarterly Report presentation
• CalFire Quarterly Report presentation
• Information regarding existing fees in the Master Fee Schedule

The Town Council approved a consent calendar that included continuing an emergency declaration for the Recycled Water Transmission Main Repair. The council also reviewed a report on the Master Fee Schedule and agreed to discuss potential changes at future meetings.

• Continued Emergency Declaration for Recycled Water Transmission Main Repair (5-0)
• Approved Quarterly Investment Report for quarter ended March 31, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from meetings held between March 20 and April 21, 2023 (5-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)

Yountville Art Commission

The Yountville Arts Commission approved the placement of a sculpture titled "The Best View" by Dale Reiger on the Art Walk. The commission also reviewed upcoming gallery exhibits and marketing updates for local art events.

• Approved placement of "The Best View" sculpture by Dale Reiger on the Art Walk (6-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes from April 3, 2023 meeting (6-0)

Yountville Community Foundation

The Board of Directors will review the foundation's financial report for the period ending March 2023. There are no new funding requests on the agenda for this meeting.

• Financial Report for period ending March 2023
• Yountville Arts fund balance of $61,429
• Friends of the Yountville Library fund balance of $38,409
• Community Thanksgiving Fund expenditures of $2,931

Town Council Special Meeting - Town Manager Interviews

The Town Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for the position of Town Manager. This business will take place during a closed session regarding public employee appointment and labor negotiations.

• Closed session: Public employee appointment/employment for Town Manager
• Closed session: Conference with labor negotiator

The Town Council held a special meeting to conduct Town Manager interviews in closed session. Upon returning to open session, the Mayor announced there was no reportable action.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Reported no action following closed session regarding Town Manager appointment and labor negotiations

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider several resolutions including rescinding phased water shortage emergency regulations and reallocating $513,745 from the General Fund. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding changes to Fire Station 12 staffing and fire service fees.

• Proclamation declaring a Climate Emergency
• Resolution 23-4201 rescinding Phased Water Shortage Emergency Regulations
• Resolution 23-4203 reallocating $513,745 of the General Fund unassigned balance
• Presentation on Fire Station 12 staffing and fire service fee increases
• Fiscal Year 2023/2024 budget development update

The Town Council approved several resolutions, including the rescission of phased water shortage emergency regulations. The council also authorized grant applications for emergency services and land conservation. Budget discussions for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 included requests for Town Hall walkway improvements and a utility pole underground policy.

• Declared a Climate Emergency April 2023
• Approved Resolution 23-4199 for Cal OES grant applications (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-4200 for federal Land and Water Conservation Fund applications (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-4201 rescinding Phased Water Shortage Emergency Regulations (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-4202 to display Earth Day Flag annually in April (5-0)
• Approved March 2023 Financial Report (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from January 17, January 30, February 14, February 21, February 24, and February 28, 2023 (5-0)
• Postponed Resolution 23-4203 regarding $513,745 fund reallocation

Town Council Special Meeting - Town Manager Interviews

The Town Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for the position of Town Manager. This discussion will take place during a closed session regarding public employee appointment.

• Closed session: Public employee appointment/employment for the title of Town Manager

The Town Council held a special meeting to conduct interviews for the Town Manager position in closed session. Upon returning to open session, Mayor Mohler announced that there was no reportable action.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• No reportable action taken regarding Town Manager appointment

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider a development plan amendment for The French Laundry involving a new lounge and parking spaces. Other items include fee schedule updates, fund reallocations, and water conservation reports.

• Amendment to The French Laundry Master Development Plan for a 1,181 square foot lounge at 6640 Washington Street
• Construction of eight new parking spaces at 2200 Webber Avenue
• Transfer of $50,000 to fund the Community Center Shade Structure Project
• Proposed modifications to the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Master Fee Schedule
• One-time performance bonus for the Town Manager

The Town Council approved an amendment to The French Laundry's development plan for a new lounge building and parking. The Council also updated the Master Fee Schedule and approved a $50,000 fund transfer for a community center shade structure.

• Approved amendment to French Laundry Master Development Plan for a 1,181 sq ft lounge and 8 parking spaces (4-0-1)
• Adopted Resolution 23-4197 modifying the FY 2023/2024 Master Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 transfer to Capital Projects Fund for Community Center Shade Structure Project (5-0)
• Approved one-time performance bonus for the Town Manager (5-0)
• Continued emergency declaration for Recycled Water Transmission Main Repair (5-0)
• Approved annual administrative update of the Master Fee Schedule (5-0)

Yountville Art Commission

The Yountville Arts Commission approved a Reading of Plays event scheduled for September 28, 2023. The commission also reviewed the February 2023 Art Fund Report and received updates from several subcommittees regarding gallery shows and marketing.

• Approved Reading of Plays event for September 28, 2023 (6-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (6-0)
• Approved March 6, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Town Council Special Meeting - Town Manager Recruitment

The Yountville Town Council is holding a special meeting on March 28, 2023, primarily to enter a closed session to discuss the appointment and employment of a Town Manager. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, pledge of allegiance, adoption of the agenda, and public comment. The only substantive item is the closed session regarding the Town Manager recruitment.

• Closed session: Public Employee Appointment/Public Employment (Gov. Code § 54957) - Title: Town Manager
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda (3 minutes per speaker)
• Meeting adjourns to regular Town Council meeting on April 4, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.

The Town Council held a special meeting focused on Town Manager recruitment. After a closed session, the Mayor announced there was no reportable action. The meeting was primarily procedural.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• No reportable action taken regarding Town Manager appointment/employment
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Town Council Special Meeting - Council Retreat

The Town Council will conduct a team building and strategic planning workshop. This special meeting is scheduled for March 27, 2023, at the Bardessono Hotel & Spa.

• Team building and strategic planning workshop

The Town Council conducted a special meeting for a council retreat. The session consisted of a team building and strategic planning workshop provided by Erica Manuel and Melissa Kuehne. No substantive policy decisions were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Town Council Special Meeting- New Council Orientation with Veteran's Home Management Team

The Town Council will meet for an orientation and overview of the Veterans Home of California-Yountville. The session includes a status update on operations, campus status, and discussions regarding employee housing and skilled nurse facilities.

• Orientation and overview of Veterans Home operations
• Discussion of Skilled Nurse Facility
• Discussion of Employee Housing
• Review of Town programming and services for residents

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will discuss and provide direction on final designs for ADA accessibility improvements at Forrester Park and Three Weirs Park. The meeting also includes several consent calendar items regarding municipal ordinances, tree removal, and infrastructure repairs.

• ADA Accessibility Improvements for Forrester Park and Three Weirs Park
• Tree Removal Permit for Yountville Community Church (6621 Yount Street)
• $44,900 contract acceptance for Repair Roofs on Bus Shelters project by Antonio’s Roofing
• Ordinance 23-518 regarding California Public Records Act updates
• Emergency Declaration continuation for Recycled Water Transmission Main Repair

The Town Council approved a plan to hire a landscape architect to review ADA accessibility designs for Three Weirs Park and Forrester Park. Other actions included updating public records act references and approving a tree removal permit for Yountville Community Church.

• Approved hiring a landscape architect to review design option four at Three Weirs Park and Forrester Park (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 23-518 updating California Public Records Act references (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-4192 opposing the Taxpayer Protection and Government Accountability Act (5-0)
• Approved tree removal permit for Yountville Community Church at 6621 Yount Street (4-0)
• Approved $44,900 contract for Antonio’s Roofing to repair bus shelter roofs (5-0)
• Continued Emergency Declaration for Recycled Water Transmission Main Repair (5-0)
• Approved February 2023 Monthly Financial Report (5-0)

Town Council Special Meeting - Council Retreat

The Yountville Town Council will hold a special meeting and retreat at the Bardessono Hotel. The agenda includes a team building and strategic planning workshop.

• Team building and strategic planning workshop

The Town Council convened for a special meeting and retreat. No substantive policy decisions were made; the session consisted of a workshop provided by Erica Manuel and Melissa Kuehne.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting

The Commission directed staff to review bylaws to expand recruitment for the vacant High School Representative position. Other actions included adopting the meeting agenda and approving previous meeting minutes.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Approved January 19, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0-2)
• Directed staff to review bylaws for potential changes to expand High School Representative recruitment

Zoning & Design Review Board Regular Meeting

The Zoning & Design Review Board will consider a recommendation for a Master Development Plan Amendment. The proposal includes building a new lounge and garden, as well as adding parking spaces.

• Demolition of an existing non-historic structure at 6640 Washington Street
• Construction of a new 1,181 square foot lounge building and garden at 6640 Washington Street
• Construction of eight new parking spaces at 2200 Webber Avenue

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Yountville Town Council will vote on several consent items including a $344,916 contract for a sanitary sewer inflow and infiltration assessment, and a resolution to appoint Public Works Director John Ferons as interim town manager. They will also consider a tree removal permit for a protected tree at 6621 Yount Street, and reconsider allocating $100,000 for synthetic turf replacement at the Community Hall event lawn.

• Award $344,916 contract to SKL Solutions for Sanitary Sewer Inflow and Infiltration Assessment (WW-2023), with a $182,662 budget adjustment
• Appoint Public Works Director John Ferons as Interim Town Manager with out-of-class pay
• Consider tree removal permit for one protected tree at 6621 Yount Street (APN 036-053-002)
• Reconsider allocation of $100,000 from unassigned funds to replace Community Hall event lawn with synthetic turf
• Introduce ordinance updating California Public Records Act references in Municipal Code Section 13.160.120

The Town Council appointed Public Works Director John Ferons as Interim Town Manager and approved associated out-of-class pay. Council also voted to stop the replacement of the Community Hall event lawn with synthetic turf and approved a sewer assessment contract.

• Appointed John Ferons as Interim Town Manager (5-0)
• Approved out-of-class pay for the Interim Town Manager (5-0)
• Ceased further action on synthetic turf replacement for Community Hall event lawn (4-1)
• Approved $344,916 contract with SKL Solutions for Sanitary Sewer Inflow and Infiltration Assessment (5-0)
• Approved renaming the Gallery at the Community Center to the STEVE ROGERS Gallery (5-0)
• Approved adding Juneteenth as a Town declared federal holiday (5-0)
• Introduced and waived first reading of ordinance updating California Public Records Act references (5-0)
• Directed staff to create a conditional resolution for a tree removal permit at 6621 Yount Street

Yountville Art Commission

The Yountville Arts Commission approved the draft budget for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 and established a new Book Mark Story Contest Program. The commission also directed a budget increase for the General Fund Hearts line item.

• Approved 2023/2024 draft budget (5-0)
• Increased General Fund budget Hearts line item from $500 to $1,000
• Approved new Book Mark Story Contest Program and FY 2023-2024 budget (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)

Town Council Special Meeting - New Council Members Orientation

The Yountville Town Council is holding a special meeting for new council member orientation. The agenda includes introductions, a finance department orientation, and a planning and building orientation. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Introduction of Steve Rogers
• Finance Department orientation
• Planning & Building orientation

The meeting consisted of procedural actions and orientations for new council members. Staff provided briefings on the Finance and Planning & Building departments. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0)

Town Council Special Meeting

The Yountville Town Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for the Zoning & Design Review Board and the Measure S Workforce and Affordable Housing Oversight Committee. The agenda also includes a closed session and public comment periods.

• Applicant interviews for Zoning & Design Review Board
• Applicant interviews for Measure S Workforce and Affordable Housing Oversight Committee
• Closed session

The Town Council held interviews for applicants seeking positions on the Zoning & Design Review Board and the Measure S Workforce and Affordable Housing Oversight Committee. No substantive appointments or policy decisions were recorded.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)
• Interviewed Greg Knittel, Steven Barker, and Thomas Henthorne for Zoning & Design Review Board
• Interviewed Joseph Bonner for Affordable & Workforce Housing Oversight Committee
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will consider declaring an emergency for a recycled water transmission main repair and authorizing a budget adjustment from the Wastewater Treatment Capital Recovery Fund. They will also discuss appointments to boards and committees, and consider adopting updated public records and social media policies. Consent items include accepting $95,800 for recycling infrastructure and $102,600 for a broadband feasibility study.

• Declare emergency for Yountville Recycled Water Transmission Main repair and create capital project
• Accept $95,800 grant from Upper Valley Waste Management Authority for new recycling infrastructure
• Accept $102,600 grant from California Public Utilities Commission for broadband feasibility study with CBG Communications Inc.
• Approve $95,800 budget adjustment for emergency geothermal and HVAC repairs at Community Hall/Center and Town Hall Council Chambers
• Consider updating Public Records Act response procedures, electronic communications policy, and adopting a social media management policy

The Town Council declared an emergency for the repair of the recycled water transmission main. They also established a Housing Standing Committee and updated several public records and communications policies.

• Declared emergency for Recycled Water Transmission Main Repair (5-0)
• Created Housing Standing Committee and appointed Council Member Reeves and Vice Mayor Knight (4-1)
• Updated assignments to countywide boards and commissions (5-0)
• Adopted updated Public Records Act, electronic document retention, and social media policies (5-0)
• Approved $95,800 grant for public recycling infrastructure (5-0)
• Approved up to $102,600 grant for broadband development feasibility study (5-0)
• Approved budget adjustment for emergency geothermal and HVAC repairs at Community Hall and Town Hall (5-0)

Town Council Special Meeting - New Council Members Parks & Recreation Department Orientation & Tour

This is a special meeting for new council members to receive an orientation and tour of the Parks & Recreation Department. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda consists of procedural items and the orientation itself.

• Introduction of Steve Rogers
• Parks & Recreation orientation and tour

The meeting consisted of a Parks & Recreation Department orientation and tour for new council members. No substantive policy or budgetary decisions were made.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)

Zoning & Design Review Board (ZDRB) Regular Meeting

The Zoning & Design Review Board will hold a public hearing on a request for an exception to the street side yard setback requirement to allow construction of a swimming pool at 1878 Heritage Way. The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, pledge of allegiance, adoption of the agenda, approval of minutes, public comment, presentations, administrative items, and staff and board reports.

• Public hearing on request for exception to street side yard setback for swimming pool at 1878 Heritage Way

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Yountville Town Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update covering 2023-2031. The council will also consider a professional services agreement with the Yountville Chamber of Commerce for marketing and visitor services, and an employment agreement for the Planning & Building Director. Consent items include a $45,000 budget adjustment for wastewater treatment chemicals and appointments to advisory bodies.

• Public hearing on Resolution 23-4179 adopting the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (2023-2031)
• Resolution 23-4180: Professional Services Agreement with Yountville Chamber of Commerce for marketing and visitor center operations (July 2023 – June 2026)
• Resolution 23-4181: Employment agreement for Planning & Building Director Irene Borba
• Resolution 23-4177: $45,000 budget adjustment for wastewater treatment chemicals from Jenfitch, Inc.
• Discussion on FY 2023/2024 budget parameters and setting budget workshop dates (May 4 and May 18, 2023)

The Town Council approved the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update for the 2023-2031 planning period. Other key actions included approving a professional services agreement with the Chamber of Commerce and an employment agreement for the Planning & Building Director.

• Adopted 6th Cycle Housing Element Update for General Plan 2035 (5-0)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Yountville Chamber of Commerce (5-0)
• Approved employment agreement for Irene Borba, Planning & Building Director (5-0)
• Authorized $45,000 budget adjustment for Wastewater Treatment Operations (5-0)
• Approved corrected part-time salary schedule with 5% step difference (5-0)
• Appointed two representatives to Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission (5-0)
• Appointed one individual to Affordable and Workforce Housing Oversight Committee (5-0)
• Directed staff to maintain current fund balance for FY 2023/2024 budget workshops

Yountville Art Commission

The Yountville Arts Commission approved the placement of a sculpture by Richard Starks on the Art Walk and agreed to co-sponsor the Handwritten Out Loud event. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from January 9, 2023.

• Approved placement of 'Ringer' by Richard Starks on the Art Walk (7-0)
• Approved proposal to co-sponsor Handwritten Out Loud event (6-0)
• Approved January 9, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Town Council Special Meeting - New Council Members Finance Department, Administration and Town Attorney Orientation

This is a special meeting of the Yountville Town Council to introduce new member Steve Rogers and provide orientation from the Finance Department, Administration, and the Town Attorney's office. No votes or decisions on policy or spending are scheduled; the meeting is purely informational for the new council member.

• Introduction of Steve Rogers to the Town Council
• Finance Department orientation for new council member
• Administration orientation for new council member
• Town Attorney office orientation for new council member
• Meeting adjourns to the regular Town Council meeting on February 7, 2023

The Town Council conducted a special meeting focused on orientations for new members. Staff provided briefings on HR, IT, and the Town Attorney's office, while the Finance Department orientation was introduced and will continue in February.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)

Town Council Special Meeting - Applicant Interviews

The Yountville Town Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for the Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission and the Measure S Workforce and Affordable Housing Oversight Committee. The Council will also consider a resolution to continue allowing remote teleconference meetings for all town boards and committees.

• Applicant interviews for Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission and Measure S Workforce and Affordable Housing Oversight Committee
• Resolution 23-4175 to authorize continued remote teleconference meetings under Government Code Section 54953(e)
• Public comment period for matters not on the agenda

The Town Council approved Resolution 23-4175 to allow continued remote teleconference meetings for the Council and all Town boards, commissions, and committees. The Council also conducted interviews for commission and committee applicants.

• Adopted Resolution 23-4175 authorizing continued remote teleconference meetings (5-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)

Town Council Special Meeting - New Council Members Administration Orientation

This is a procedural special meeting for new council member orientation, covering administration protocols and a town manager recruitment update. No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Introduction of Steve Rogers
• Town Manager's Office administration and council protocols orientation
• Town manager recruitment update

The meeting consisted of procedural items and an administrative orientation. Town Manager Steve Rogers presented the Town Council Protocols orientation to the members.

• Adopted the agenda (5-0)

Town Council Special Meeting - New Council Members Public Works Orientation

This special meeting is primarily an orientation and tour for new council members on public works operations. The agenda includes introductions and a public comment period, but no substantive decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Introduction of Steve Rogers
• Public Works Orientation & Tour for new council members

The Town Council met for a special session focused on a Public Works orientation and tour. No substantive policy decisions were made during the meeting.

• Adopted the agenda (4-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Regular Meeting

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission approved a request to rename the Gallery at the Community Center. The commission also received reports on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan and ADA parking at Veterans Memorial Park.

• Approved renaming the Gallery at the Community Center to the Steve Rogers Gallery (5-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes from November 16 & 17, 2023 (5-0)

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Yountville Town Council will interview applicants and consider appointing a qualified elector to fill a currently vacant Council seat. The Council will also hold a second reading and adoption of an ordinance amending rules on accessory dwelling units, and consider increasing a contract with A Plus Tree, Inc. for urban forest management services.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 23-517 amending Chapter 17.156 of the Yountville Municipal Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
• Adoption of Resolution 23-4173 approving an amendment to Maintenance Agreement #2021-720 with A Plus Tree, Inc., increasing the contract amount for Urban Forest Management Services
• Applicant interviews and possible appointment to the vacant Town Council seat
• Discussion on appointing a Council member or Supervisor Ryan Gregory to represent the Cities and Town on the Marin Clean Energy Board of Directors
• Consideration of Resolution 23-4174 approving a memorial bench dedicated to Michael Leonardi in Yountville Community Park

The Town Council appointed Pam Reeves to fill a vacant seat on the council. Other actions included updating the municipal code for accessory dwelling units and approving a contract increase for urban forest management.

• Appointed Pam Reeves to the vacant council seat (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance Number 23-517 amending municipal code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution Number 23-4173 increasing contract amount for A Plus Tree, Inc. urban forest management (4-0)
• Approved December 2022 Monthly Financial Report (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution Number 23-4174 to place a memorial bench for Michael Leonardi in Yountville Community Park (5-0)
• Decided that Napa County will continue to represent the Town on the Marin Clean Energy Board

Yountville Parking Authority Meeting

The Yountville Parking Authority will hold a regular meeting to elect officers for the coming year, approve minutes from January 18, 2022, and receive an annual financial report. No public hearings or regular administrative items are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Election of officers for the Parking Authority
• Approval of January 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Annual Financial Report for Yountville Parking Authority

Yountville Finance Authority Meeting

The Yountville Finance Authority will hold a special meeting to elect officers for the coming year, approve minutes from January 18, 2022, and receive the Annual Financial Report for the authority. No public hearings or administrative items are scheduled.

• Election of officers for the Yountville Finance Authority
• Approval of January 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Annual Financial Report for the Yountville Finance Authority (consent calendar)

Yountville Housing Authority Meeting

The Yountville Housing Authority will hold its first meeting of 2023 on January 17. The board will elect officers for the year and receive an annual report from the Housing Authority of the City of Napa. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from January 2022 and public comment.

• Election of officers for the Housing Authority board
• Housing Authority of the City of Napa Annual Report presentation
• Approval of minutes from the January 18, 2022 meeting
• Public comment opportunity on matters not on the agenda

ZDRB Regular Meeting

The Yountville Zoning & Design Review Board will hold a public hearing on a design review for a new single-family residence with attached garage, improved landscaping, and a variance request for an exception to the required front setback at 6765 Jefferson Street. The board will also nominate a Chair and Vice Chair for the year.

• Public hearing on design review for new single-family residence with attached garage at 6765 Jefferson Street
• Variance request for exception to required front setback at 6765 Jefferson Street
• Nomination of Chair and Vice Chair for the Zoning & Design Review Board
• Meeting adjourns to a Special Meeting on January 23, 2023 at 5:30 PM

Yountville Arts Commission Regular Meeting

The Arts Commission approved renaming the Community Center Gallery to honor Steve Rogers. The commission also approved a new sculpture for the Art Walk and scheduled two upcoming artist features for the gallery.

• Renamed Community Center Gallery to Steve Rogers Gallery (7-0)
• Approved placement of sculpture 'STACKED' by Richard Starks on the Art Walk (7-0)
• Approved featuring artist Sheri Chakamian in the gallery from August 10 to September 29, 2023 (7-0)
• Approved featuring artist Paul Youngman in the gallery from October 5 to December 1, 2023 (7-0)
• Adopted the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved December 2022 meeting minutes with corrections (7-0)

Town Council Regular Meeting

The Town Council will hold public hearings on amending accessory dwelling unit rules and on increasing Jessup Cellars' special events from 15 to 38 per year. They will also consider a $35,000 contract for town manager recruitment and discuss a letter supporting moving the 'Welcome to Napa Valley' sign.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 23-517 amending Chapter 17.156 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
• Public hearing on Resolution 23-4171 to increase Jessup Cellars' special events from 15 to 38 per year at 6720 and 6740 Washington Street
• Consider Resolution 23-4172 awarding town manager recruitment contract to Bob Murray & Associates for up to $35,000
• Discussion on sending a letter to CalTrans supporting moving the 'Welcome to Napa Valley' sign from Robert Mondavi Winery to Markham Vineyards property
• PG&E report on South Yountville power outages

The Town Council awarded a recruitment services contract to Bob Murray & Associates and updated event limits for Jessup Cellars. The council also moved to amend municipal code regarding accessory dwelling units and authorized continued remote meetings.

• Approved $35,000 contract for Town Manager Recruitment Services to Bob Murray & Associates (4-0)
• Approved Use Permit Amendment for Jessup Cellars allowing 30 annual events, including two up to 100 people (4-0)
• Introduced and waived first reading of Ordinance 23-517 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-4170 authorizing continued remote teleconference meetings (4-0)
• Approved November 2022 Monthly Financial Report (4-0)
• Approved minutes from December 6, 16, and 20, 2022 meetings (4-0)
• Minute Order to submit support letter to CalTrans for moving the 'Welcome to Napa Valley Sign' (4-0)