Today we honor all those who lost their lives 19 years ago on Sept. 11, 2001. We are forever grateful to the countless heroes that lost or risked their lives on that day.

We will #NeverForget.

Parks and Rec Has Gone Digital!

Parks and Recreation has gone digital!! Instead of receiving a printed Recreation Guide three times a year, we are creating an online newsletter to share information about our classes, events and any updates regarding Parks and Recreation. During this difficult time we are pleased to offer events, activities and programs that are designed to enrich, inspire and get you out and moving! Please note that all our programs and activities follow Napa County Health Orders. Search our offerings HERE

Interested in subscribing to all of the City's newsletters, including Parks & Recreation? Visit www.cityofnapa.org/notifyme to sign up today!

Parking Enforcement to Resume September 14th

Due to COVID-19, the Parking Program suspended enforcement of time-limited parking spaces as utilization of parking was minimal. We would like to thank all Downtown patrons, business owners, and employees for their continued voluntary compliance with the Downtown parking rules during the re-opening of our Downtown. With activity picking back up, Downtown parking enforcement will resume effective September 14, 2020.
The City will allow a grace period between September 14th – September 18th and will only issue warning citations for short-term parking violations. Once the grace period concludes, normal parking enforcement operations will resume.

Time Limited parking spaces marked with a green curb are conveniently located around Downtown for easy pick-up of take-out orders or curbside pick-up. The Food Priority Pickup locations will remain in place as parking enforcement returns. As restaurants continue to offer take-out and outdoor dining, we urge everyone to drive safely as they travel near outdoor dining establishments to ensure the safety of patrons and pedestrians.

For those who would like to learn more about Downtown Parking Permits, please visit https://www.cityofnapa.org/177/Parking-Permits.

For questions, please e-mail [email protected] or call (707) 257-9272.

Blueprint for a Safer Economy

On Friday, August 28, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom introduced the Blueprint For A Safer Economy to become effective at 12:01 AM today, Monday, August 31, 2020. Every county in California has been assigned to a tier based on two metrics: the rate of new cases and the positivity rate. At a minimum, counties must remain in a tier for at least three weeks before moving forward. Data is reviewed weekly and tiers are updated every Tuesday. If a county’s metrics worsen for two consecutive weeks, it will be assigned a more restrictive tier.

The four tiers in order of most restrictive to least restrictive are:

Tier 1: Widespread (Purple)
Tier 2: Substantial (Red)
Tier 3: Moderate (Orange)
Tier 4: Minimal (Yellow)

For more information on tier and sector guidelines, visit the CDPH Blueprint Activity and Business Tiers web page.
For more information and State Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) visit the Blueprint For A Safer Economy web page.

Napa County is in Tier 2: Substantial (Red). Read on for more on what this means for Napans:
https://www.cityofnapa.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=267

To Go or Not To Go - Assessing COVID-19 Risk When Heading Out

Ever wonder how you can participate your daily activities safely while protecting yourself and loved ones from COVID-19? The more closely you interact with others and the longer that interaction, the higher the risk of COVID-19 spread. Ask yourself:

- How many people will be there?
- Will the space be outdoors or indoors?
- Will I be spending a lot of time talking to people?

Learn more about assessing the risk when deciding to go out at here.

City of Napa Awarded GFOA’s Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the City of Napa the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2019. The CAFR has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the CAFR.

“I am grateful to the GFOA for the recognition, and very proud of our City of Napa staff for their tremendous work product and attention to detail,” says City Manager Steve Potter. “Fiscal transparency, proper use of public funds, and accurate reporting have long been of paramount importance to the City. This award reflects our staff’s hard work, ethics, and dedication to those priorities.”

As part of its fiscal transparency efforts, the City launched OpenGov, the leader in government performance management, in 2017. This platform allows the City to make smarter, data-driven decisions and achieve greater transparency to the community.

The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management. Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) advances excellence in government finance by providing best practices, professional development, resources, and practical research for more than 21,000 members and the communities they serve.

The City of Napa has been granted the Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting for the past six years.

Disc Golf in Napa - Register for Your Tee Time Now!

Disc Golf is played like traditional golf, but with discs (commonly known as Frisbees). One throw is counted each time the disc is thrown. The goal is to play each hole in the fewest throws possible. The player with the lowest total wins. Please bring your own equipment. Masks and social distancing rules must be followed. Play limited to groups of 4 or less. $20 per group.

Book your Tee Time here.

Apply for a Board, Committee or Commission Today!

The City of Napa is looking for residents who want to make a difference in their community and engage their communities in local government issues and policies. Think you might be a good fit? Apply now for one of the 8 open positions on one of the following Boards and Commissions:

- Three to serve on the Bicycle and Trails Advisory Commission
- One to serve on the Napa County Mosquito Abatement District Board
- Four to serve on Parks, Recreation and Trees Advisory Commission.

Deadline to apply is September 18, 2020 at 5 p.m. Learn more here.

Vote for the Napa Farmers Market - Let's Help Get Them to #1 in the U.S.!

The Napa Farmers Market is in the running to be voted the #1 farmers' market in the US. In addition to a $1000 prize, they will be able to share this honor with our neighbors and visitors. Voting closes on Sunday, September 20, and Napa is currently #3. Are we going to let Clarksville, TN and Boise, ID beat our Napa Farmers Market?

Please share this link widely and we can make Napa #1.

https://markets.farmland.org/market/napa-farmers-market/

Attention Napa County Voters! The November 3, 2020 General Municipal Election is just around the corner. Please take the following steps to get ready to VOTE on November 3, 2020.

1) Register to vote or update your voter registration at registertovote.ca.gov

2) Check your voter registration information at voterstatus.sos.ca.gov

3) Sign up to track your ballot at wheresmyballot.sos.ca.gov

Thank you for helping us spread the word!

2020 Census - There Is Still Time!

Every person in Napa can help shape our City's future by doing their part and responding to the Census. Have a say in how the 10 next years in #Napa will look by visiting 2020Census.gov or by calling 844-330-2020. The deadline to respond is now Sept. 30, 2020.

Llame 844-468-2020 si se habla Español.

Don't Forget to Wear Your Mask

We 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

Visit CityofNapa.org/Coronavirus for more information.

Ways to Give - Helping Those Affected by the Wildfires

"Look for the helpers."
-Mister Rogers

We have so many wonderful helpers in this community! Looking for ways to join in the helping? Here are some ways:

Napa Valley COAD is collecting gift cards to help those displaced and in need. Gift cards from general/sundry stores, grocery stores, and gas stations in $25 increments are preferred. Unfortunately, general cards such as Visa and Mastercard often have fees associated with activating them and the value of the card is diminished. Check out the photo below for drop off locations.
You can also visit COAD's website also: http://napavalleycoad.org/

Donations can be made to the Napa Valley Community Foundation. The Foundation has set up a 2020 Napa County WildFire Fund, which is part of the Disaster Relief Fund. Funding will go to support response grants for agencies actively supporting individuals impacted by the fires. Tax-deductible contributions to the 2020 Napa Wildfire Fund are welcome in any amount; and can be made by visiting the Foundation's website: http://ow.ly/UdSb50B4XAP

COVID-19 Testing at a Glance

September 11, 2020 - Napa County is reporting 8 new cases for a total of 1540 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 331 active cases and 13 confirmed deaths. Of the confirmed cases, 1196 individuals have recovered. A total of 52,134 individuals have been tested

View COVID-19 Testing Data for Napa County

COVID-19 Testing - Where and How to Get a Test

There 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

From Napa San: Browns Valley Trunk Sewer Project Update

NapaSan began work at the intersection of Freeway Drive, Laurel Street, and Kilburn Avenue during the week of August 31, 2020. Tunneling beneath Freeway Drive will occur just south of the intersection for approximately three weeks. Just north of the intersection, sewer pipeline installation will begin on Freeway Drive and proceed northbound to First Street.

NapaSan will work hard to minimize the impacts of this construction, but traffic delays, parking restrictions in the active work zone, noise, and dust should be expected while construction is taking place. Work will be performed between the hours of 7am and 6pm. Traffic control will be implemented for safety reasons, however, access to properties will be maintained at all times for local residents and emergency services. If possible, please seek an alternate route to avoid this construction area. Public transportation, mail delivery, and solid waste collection services will not be affected by this construction work.

Additional project information can be found at www.napasan.com/bvproject. If you have further questions concerning the project, please call the project hotline at (707)540-9964. We thank you for your patience while we complete this essential sewer project.

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