Don't Forget to Wear Your MaskWe all have to do our part in keeping Napa safe and healthy. Be a #NapaNeighbor by wearing your face covering over your nose and mouth whenever:
- You're out in public
- You visit essential businesses
- You're around people outside of your household
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COVID-19 Testing at a Glance
August 7, 2020 - Napa County is reporting 21 new cases for a total of 1046 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 643 active cases and 10 confirmed deaths. Of the confirmed cases, 393 individuals have recovered. A total of 32,954* individuals have been tested.
*Alert: Due to issues with the state’s electronic lab reporting system, testing numbers will not be reported today. The state is working to resolve these issues as quickly as possible and testing data will be updated as data becomes available. |
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Testing Update from Napa County Public Health
There is a significant demand on testing nationwide that is causing delays in lab processing and the timely delivery of test results.
The testing site at the Napa Expo is run by the State of California through a contract with life sciences and healthcare company Verily. Verily’s Project Baseline provides the mass COVID-19 testing in Napa County, and we were fortunate to be identified by the State as one of over eighty mass test sites in California.
After a test is administered, Verily sends its tests to one of the two most commonly used labs in California, Quest Diagnostics or LabCorp. The lab then sends results to PWN Health, a telemedicine group responsible for providing medical oversight. Because of the current high demand for testing, test results can be delayed—sometimes up to two weeks or more. Napa County is notified of test results once the lab results are electronically reported to the California Department of Public Health’s system, “CalREDIE.”
Napa County leadership understands and shares the public’s frustration over the delay in test results. Napa County continues to engage with the State of California on seeking solutions to the backlog of test results. However, given the nationwide demand for tests, this is a challenge that requires solutions beyond the State of California. We thank you for your continued patience and for your understanding of the County’s role in the testing process.
For more information, click here for more on what to do while waiting for test results.
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COVID-19 Testing - Where and How to Get a TestThere are a number of testing locations across Napa County that range from your medical health provider, nonprofits, and independent companies. See a list of COVID-19 Testing Locations in Napa County
Napa County is working with the State of California on testing capacity and they appreciate your patience as they work to address this national shortage.
If you need to schedule a test and have symptoms, please contact your primary care provider if you cannot schedule a test online. Or, If you need assistance or need to register a minor for testing, please call (707) 253-4540 to schedule your appointment (bilingual staff available). |
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Temporary Road Closure: Main Street between Second and Third StreetsHEADS UP! Main Street between Second and Third Streets will be closed to vehicle traffic beginning tomorrow morning. This temporary closure will help provide additional space for pedestrians to properly social distance when visiting many of our local restaurants and Veterans Park, which make up this busy downtown block.
To ensure everyone’s safety, the following measures will be taken: - Barricades and traffic control signage will be placed to alert drivers of the change.
- The traffic signal programming at both adjacent intersections will be adjusted to accommodate the temporary closure.
And remember, if you are planning on spending time away from home, be a good #NapaNeighbor and wear your mask, wash your hands and maintain 6’ of distance from others! |
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Napa Al Fresco - In Full Swing
Have you heard of Napa Al Fresco? Well, it is in full swing here in Napa! One component of the Napa Al Fresco program is the Downtown and Oxbow Parklet Grant Program, with some great examples pictured below of Norman Rose Tavern and Filippi's Pizza Grotto Napa.
The Napa Downtown Property and Business Improvement District (PBID) has allocated $140,000 to the Downtown and Oxbow Parklet Grants Program to support our local businesses with the design, development, and installation of a parklet or shared space in the downtown area. Downtown and Oxbow District businesses will be able to apply for reimbursable grants of up to $5,000 to help finance the cost of implementing their Shared Spaces/Parklet design.
Napa Al Fresco’s goal is to support our local restaurants and provide a safe outdoor dining experience for everyone - and all city applications are free of charge to our local businesses. Wondering what other resources are out there to help YOUR local business? For information about Napa Al Fresco and applications, go to: https://www.cityofnapa.org/937/Outdoor-Dining-and-Parklets or email outdoorus [email protected]To inquire about the Downtown and Oxbow Parklet Grants program, contact Craig Smith at [email protected]. And remember, if you are planning on spending time away from home, be a good #NapaNeighbor and wear your mask, wash your hands and maintain 6’ of distance from others! |
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City of Napa's Business Guidelines
& Resource PageThe City of Napa's Economic Development Division continues to update their Business Resource Page with the latest information to help small businesses and our community navigate the shelter-at-home order.
City of Napa Business Guidelines & Resource Page |
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Nixle - Stay Connected, Stay Informed
You may have noticed a change in your Nixle notifications recently. SMS (text) messages are now reserved for only emergency situations, with all other alerts being sent to your email address on file. If you are still receiving non-emergency Nixle messages for things like traffic impacts, weather advisories, or planned road closures, it's because you do not have an email address on file. You can update your email address at Nixle.com. If you do not currently receive Nixle alerts but would like to sign up, follow the instructions below:
How do I get alerts?
The BEST way to ensure you’re receiving notices is through the Everbridge mobile app. You can: - Text APP to 888-777 to receive a link to download the app. - Or follow these directions from Nixle: http://ow.ly/N0V950ARHP7.
Text your zip code to 888-777. After that, to receive messages in Spanish, text ESP to 888-777.
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Online Water Bill Pay - Try It Today!
The City is thrilled that Napans can now pay their water bill online through our new payment portal that launched in March. Those who wish to review or pay their water bill simply need to visit cityofnapa.org/249/Water-Bills – any time, anywhere there is internet access.
Users may make a one-time payment without registering by simply inputting the information from their paper bill. Those who wish to access more information such as past bills or set up auto-pay may register for an account with an email address. Either way, it offers a time-saving and convenient way to handle billing.
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Census 2020 - Be Counted!Good news: The City of Napa's #Census response rate is higher than the state of California!
But there's still a ways to go. Napa Residents now have until Sept. 30, 2020 to complete the #2020Census and make sure Napa is counted.
You can find the percentage of residents that have responded to the #Census at http://ow.ly/ufHL50ARHio or go to 2020Census.gov to fill out the Census for you and your household. #EveryoneCounts |
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Napa 2040 General Plan Updates
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Next GPAC MeetingSave The Date!
The next meeting of the GPAC will occur on Monday, August 31, 2020 via Zoom Webinar. More details to come!
City Council UpdatePlanning Staff provided City Council with a progress report on the General Plan Update on Tuesday, August 4.
Watch the video!
Virtual Land Use WorkshopMiss the Workshop or want a recap?
Building on what we heard from previous community outreach, this interactive and informative workshop looked at urban design and land use approaches for four key corridors, including along Jefferson Street, Trancas Street, Soscol and Lincoln Avenue, and Soscol and Imola Avenue. Below is a recording of the live virtual meeting, the presentation with video links, and the results of the interactive polling.
Workshop Recording
Presentation (PDF)
Live Polling Results
Focus Area Surveys
Housing the Bay Virtual SummitThe Urban Land Institute - San Francisco (ULI-SF) is hosting their Housing the Bay Summit virtually this year on Tuesday, September 15 - 7:30AM to 1:30PM.
Unfortunately, due to the current budget conditions, the City has suspended all travel and training, but interested staff or Committee Members may attend on their own.
More Information and Registration here |
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Stay Connected!Now, more than ever, staying connected is so important. Follow the City of Napa on social media, subscribe to our e-newsletter and register for Nixle alerts today! |
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