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January 28, 2025 ·9:00 AM Final

Board of Supervisors Chambers 1195 Third Street, Third Floor

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Agenda — 94 items

  1. 1 GENERAL INFORMATION
  2. 2 The Board of Supervisors meets as specified in its adopted annual calendar on Tuesdays at 9:00 A.M. in regular session at 1195 Third Street, Suite 310, Napa, California 94559. The meeting room is wheelchair accessible. Assistive listening devices and interpreters are available through the Clerk of the Board of the Napa County Board of Supervisors. Requests for disability related modifications or accommodations, aids or services may be made to the Clerk of the Board’s office no less than 72 hours prior to the meeting date by contacting (707) 253-4580.
  3. 3 DISCLOSURE OF CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
  4. 4 Levine Act Compliance: The Levine Act (Government Code Section 84308) governs contributions in Board of Supervisor proceedings related to licenses, permits, or entitlements, as defined in the Act. Board members are prohibited from accepting contributions exceeding $500 from parties, their agents, or participants during such proceedings and for 12 months after a final decision. If a Board member received a contribution exceeding $500 within the past 12 months, disclosure is required on the record, and the member must not use their position to influence decisions. Parties and participants must disclose applicable contributions exceeding $500 on the record, providing the following: • Name of the party or participant and any other person making the contribution • The name of the recipient • The amount of the contribution; and • The date the contribution was made. This information does not constitute legal advice. Parties and participants are advised to consult their legal counsel for guidance on compliance.
  5. 5 ON A MATTER ON THE AGENDA
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  7. 6 Please proceed to the podium when the matter is called and, after receiving recognition from the Chair, give your name and your comments or questions. In order that all interested parties have an opportunity to speak, please be brief and limit your comments to the specific subject under discussion. Time limitations shall be at the discretion of the Chair or Board, but is generally limited to three minutes.
  8. 7 ON A MATTER NOT ON THE AGENDA
  9. 8 Public comment is an opportunity for members of the public to speak on items that are not on the agenda but are within the subject matter jurisdiction of Napa County and its related districts and agencies. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker, subject to the discretion of the Chair. Comments should be brief and focused, and speakers should be respectful of one another who may have different opinions. The Board is here to listen to everyone who wishes to address them, but everyone has the responsibility to act in a civil manner. Please remember this meeting is being recorded and broadcast on live television. The County will not tolerate profanity, hate speech, abusive language, or threats. Also, while public input is appreciated, the Brown Act prohibits the Board from taking any action today on matters raised during public comment.
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  11. 10 How to Watch or Listen to the Napa County Board of Supervisors Meetings
  12. 11 The Napa County Board of Supervisors will continue to meet pursuant to the annually adopted meeting calendar available at the following link: https://www.countyofnapa.org/1429/Board-of-Supervisors-Special-Districts-C The Board realizes that not all County residents have the same ways to stay engaged, so several alternatives are offered. Remote Zoom participation for members of the public is provided for convenience only. In the event that the Zoom connection malfunctions for any reason, the Board of Supervisors reserves the right to conduct the meeting without remote access. Please watch or listen to the Board of Supervisors meeting in one of the following ways:
  13. 1. Attend in-person at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 1195 Third Street, Napa Suite 305.
  14. 2. Watch via YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@NapaCounty/streams.
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  16. 3. Watch online at https://napa.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx (click the “In Progress” link in the “Video” column).
  17. 4. Watch on Napa Valley TV Channel 28.
  18. 5. Watch on Zoom via www.zoom.us/join (Meeting ID: 842-343-169) or listen on Zoom by calling 1-669-900-6833 (Meeting ID: 842-343-169).
  19. 6. To listen or watch in Spanish, please visit https://www.countyofnapa.org/3723/
  20. 18 If you are unable to attend the meeting in person and wish to submit a general public comment or a comment on a specific agenda item, please do the following:
  21. 19 1. Call the Board of Supervisors Public Comment Line at 707-299-1776 during the item on which you want to speak. Comments will be limited to three minutes, subject to the discretion of the Chair. If you cannot make the meeting, you may leave a comment by voice mail by calling the Public Comment Line before or after the meeting. 2. Email your comment to publiccomment@countyofnapa.org 24 hours in advance of the meeting to ensure that your comment will be shared with all members of the Board of Supervisors. For more information, please contact the Clerk of the Board's office at 707-253-4580 or email clerkoftheboard@countyofnapa.org.
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  23. 1. CALL TO ORDER; ROLL CALL ▶ jump to 0:01
  24. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ▶ jump to 3:51
  25. 3. PET OF THE WEEK ▶ jump to 4:20
  26. A. Presentation of the Pet of the Week. (No Fiscal Impact) 25-139 ▶ jump to 4:21
  27. 4. APPROVAL OF PROCLAMATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS ▶ jump to 7:24
  28. A. Recognize Jon Gjestvang for his service and contributions as Chief Information Officer for Napa County. (No Fiscal Impact) 25-70 ▶ jump to 8:02
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  30. 5. CONSENT CALENDAR - SPECIAL DISTRICTS ▶ jump to 21:57
  31. 28 Napa County Housing Authority
  32. A. Approve a Budget Amendment for the purchase of two (2) HVAC units and perform necessary repair on a walk-in refrigerator (Fiscal Impact: $37,200 Expense; Housing Authority Fund; Not Budgeted; Discretionary) [4/5 Vote Required] 24-1860
  33. 30 Monticello Public Cemetery District
  34. B. Adopt a Resolution delegating authority to the District Manager to execute Certificates of Burial Rights on behalf of the Monticello Public Cemetery District and amending the Monticello Public Cemetery District Bylaws to update procedures and guidelines, correct minor errors in the text, and improve clarity and conciseness. (No Fiscal Impact; Discretionary) 25-136
  35. 6. CONSENT CALENDAR ▶ jump to 22:54
  36. 33 Auditor-Controller
  37. A. Accept and file the quarterly report of cash and non-cash donations received for the quarter-ended December 31, 2024 (Fiscal Impact: Increased Revenues, Discretionary). 25-111
  38. B. Accept and file the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. (No Fiscal Impact, Mandatory) 25-163
  39. C. Accept and file the Napa County Local Transportation Fund financial audit report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. (No Fiscal Impact, Mandatory) 25-164
  40. 37 Clerk of the Board
  41. D. Approve minutes from the January 14, 2025 regular meeting. (No Fiscal Impact) 25-69
  42. 39 County Counsel
  43. E. Approve and authorize a waiver of potential conflicts within the law firm of Best Best & Krieger LLP, which assists the County on matters related to the development of concessions at Lake Berryessa, and may represent the City of Napa regarding a space license agreement with the County Library. (No Fiscal Impact) 25-115
  44. F. Approve and authorize Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 240267B with the law firm of Colantuono, Highsmith & Whatley, P.C., for continued legal services and representation at the Court of Appeal in Pacific Bell Telephone et al. v. County of Napa. (Fiscal Impact: $60,000 expense; General Fund; County Counsel; Not Budgeted; Discretionary) 25-140
  45. 42 County Executive Office
  46. G. Adopt a Resolution to modify the Policy for Budgetary Controls and Annual Budget Policy Guidelines. (No Fiscal Impact; Discretionary) 25-106
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  48. 45 Housing & Homeless Services – Division of CEO’s Office
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  50. H. Approve and authorize Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 240062B with Napa Humane, to modify the scope of services and increase the contract maximum by $51,067 for a new contract maximum of $167,935 through June 30, 2025. (Fiscal Impact: $51,067 Expense; Housing & Homeless Services Fund; Budgeted; Discretionary). 24-2135
  51. I. Adopt a Resolution authorizing a loan in the amount of $200,000 to 963 Pope St. LLC along with Napa Valley Community Housing as managing member to develop and provide five units of affordable housing in the City of St. Helena and approve a related Budget Amendment. (Fiscal Impact: $200,000 Expense; Affordable Housing Fund; Not Budgeted; Discretionary) [4/5 vote required] 25-91
  52. 48 Human Resources – Division of CEO’s Office
  53. J. Approve and authorize Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 170284B with Employee Relations, Inc. increasing the maximum annual amount to $60,000 for the term effective July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029, with an option to extend for two additional years through June 30, 2031, to conduct comprehensive employment background investigation services. (Fiscal Impact: $60,000 Expense; General Fund; Budgeted; Discretionary) 25-67
  54. 50 Information Technology Services – Division of CEO’s Office
  55. K. Approve and authorize Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 220186B with TelePacific Corp. for continued telecommunication services for an additional three-year term. (Fiscal Impact: $275,580 Expense; Information Technology Fund; Budgeted; Discretionary) 24-2098
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  58. 53 Public Works
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  60. L. Approve and authorize Amendment No. 2 to Lease Agreement No. 210254B with Congressman Mike Thompson, United States House of Representatives, to extend the term of the Agreement through April 30, 2025, and continue the rental amount of $796 per month, for use of office space located at 2721 Napa Valley Corporate Drive, Napa, California. (Fiscal Impact: $3,184 Revenue; General Fund; Budgeted; Discretionary) 25-37
  61. M. Approve and authorize Assignment and Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. 6121 (Private Hangar Lease) and Assignment and Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 7735 (Self-Fueling Agreement), currently with DRG Star Management, LLC, consenting to the assignment of both agreements to DRG Challenge, LLC, as well as amendments to both agreements reflecting the assignments. (No Fiscal Impact; Discretionary) 25-53
  62. N. Adopt Resolutions, in accordance with Measure T funding requirements, confirming commitment of funding for Class 1 bike paths in 2024; confirming expenditures meeting the County’s Maintenance of Effort requirement for 2024; and approving amendments to the Measure T five-year work plan for County Roads. (No Fiscal Impact, Discretionary) 25-80
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  64. O. Approve and authorize creation of Capital Improvement Project 25020 for the “2025 Road Striping Maintenance Project”, RDS 25-08; and approve a Budget Amendment. (Fiscal Impact: $200,000 Expense; SB-1 Non-Operating Special Revenue Fund; Not Budgeted; Discretionary) [4/5 vote required] 25-107
  65. P. Approve and authorize creation of Capital Improvement Project 25018 for the “Mt. St. Helena Tower Replacement”, PW 25-10; and approve a budget amendment. (Fiscal Impact: $250,000 Expense; Capital Improvements Project Fund; Not Budgeted; Discretionary) [4/5 vote required] 25-112
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  67. 60 Sheriff
  68. Q. Approve and authorize a revision of the Schedule of Approved Capital Assets in the Adopted Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 in the amount of $14,936 with no change in total appropriations to purchase Napa County Elections Surveillance Camera. (Fiscal Impact: $14,936; Expense; Budgeted; Discretionary) 25-82
  69. 7. PUBLIC COMMENT ▶ jump to 23:33
  70. 8. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS ▶ jump to 25:19
  71. 9. DISCUSSION OF ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDARS ▶ jump to 37:27
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  73. 10. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS - SPECIAL DISTRICTS ▶ jump to 98:26
  74. 11. ADMINISTRATIVE ITEMS ▶ jump to 98:45
  75. 67 County Executive Office
  76. A. Receive a presentation from Dr. Robert Eyler, economist at Sonoma State University who will provide the Board with an update on the economic outlook for Napa County. (No Fiscal Impact) 25-105 ▶ jump to 98:46
  77. B. Authorize transmittal of a letter to the Commissioner of the California Department of Insurance regarding reforms to California’s property insurance regulations and efforts to reduce the number of policyholders in California’s FAIR Plan. (No Fiscal Impact) 25-110 ▶ jump to 145:41
  78. C. Adopt a Resolution revising Part 1: Sections 2 and 8 of the Napa County Policy Manual regarding membership to the Great Wine Capitals General Assembly. (No Fiscal Impact, Discretionary) 25-135 ▶ jump to 155:45
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  80. 72 Clerk of the Board
  81. D. Appointment of members of the Board of Supervisors to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC), Napa Valley Transportation Authority (NVTA), MCE Clean Energy Board of Directors, and the Napa County Drought and Water Shortage Task Force (DWSTF). (No Fiscal Impact) 25-137 ▶ jump to 168:46
  82. 12. PUBLIC HEARING - SPECIAL DISTRICTS ▶ jump to 193:13
  83. 13. PUBLIC HEARINGS ▶ jump to 193:15
  84. 76 County Counsel
  85. A. PUBLIC HEARING - Introduction of Ordinance Introduction and intention to adopt an Ordinance removing Section 2.88.040 and amending Sections 2.88.050, 2.88.060, 2.88.070, and 2.88.080 of Chapter 2.88, Appeals, and Section 3.32.100 of Chapter 3.32, Uniform Transient Occupancy Tax, regarding the filing and contents of appeals packets. (No Fiscal Impact, Discretionary) 25-2 ▶ jump to 193:18
  86. B. PUBLIC HEARING - Introduction of Ordinance Introduction and intention to adopt an Ordinance amending Chapter 8.80 (Disaster Recovery) to extend the effective date and expand the provisions to any declared local emergencies affecting property or structures. (No Fiscal Impact) 25-38 ▶ jump to 193:19
  87. 14. CLOSED SESSION ▶ jump to 198:29
  88. A. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION (Government Code Section 54957) Title: County Executive Officer 25-188 ▶ jump to 198:30
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  90. 15. ADJOURNMENT ▶ jump to 199:22
  91. 83 ADJOURN TO THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING, TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2025 AT 9:00 A.M.
  92. 84 I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE AGENDA FOR THE ABOVE STATED MEETING WAS POSTED AT A LOCATION FREELY ACCESSIBLE TO MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC AT THE NAPA COUNTY ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDING, 1195 THIRD STREET, NAPA, CALIFORNIA ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 2025 BY 5:00 P.M. A HARDCOPY SIGNED VERSION OF THE CERTIFICATE IS ON FILE WITH THE CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AND AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION.
  93. 85 Neha Hoskins (By e-signature)
  94. 86 NEHA HOSKINS, Clerk of the Board