GPAC Quick Hits Newsletter

This newsletter is intended to provide the General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) periodic updates on the General Plan Update process, upcoming meetings, and activities. It is also a way for GPAC Members and Planning Staff to share articles and ideas on topics of interest and trends related to community planning.

See below for special announcements on the City's COVID-19 protocols and special GPAC Activities during the shelter-in-place orders.

* Shared articles are for informational purposes only and do not constitute City of Napa or GPAC endorsement of any particular topic.

GPAC Meeting Recap

Video Now Available!

After figuring out how and where to upload a sizable video file of the August 31 GPAC Meeting, the meeting video is available on the City's YouTube Channel! Thanks to Jaina French in the Communications Office for the assist! The link is also available on the Napa2040.com website.

GPAC Meeting Video (YouTube)

Consultant Presentation

What's Next for GPAC?

Save the Date(s)!

Next GPAC Meeting: Monday, October 5

Tentative: November 2 and December 7

Policy Framework (draft)

Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission will provide considerations on the Draft Land Use Plan at their meeting on Thursday, September 17.

Agenda

Invest Health Virtual ADU Convening

Strategies for Healthier Cities

Join representatives from the City of Napa along with the Cities of Riverside, CA, Grand Rapids, MI, and Missoula, MT for a series of informational workshops on Accessory Dwelling Units and their role in providing equitable housing options. These free 2 hour workshops are spread over 5 days from October 5 through 15.

Information & Workshop Itinerary

Register

Housing the Bay Virtual Summit

GPAC Members Chuck Shinnamon, Bernie Narvaez, Patrick Band, and Danielle Barreca along with Planning Commissioners Beth Painter and Paul Kelley are registered to attend
The Urban Land Institute Housing the Bay Summit next Tuesday, September 15 - 7:30AM to 1:30PM.

City Offices Closed - Staff Still At Work

All public counters in Napa City offices are closed to the public, and open only on a by-appointment basis. By modifying services, using social distancing and offering assistance and service over the phone, we can do our part to minimize COVID-19 exposure to City staff and the public. You can continue to communicate with Planning Staff by calling 707-257-9530 to schedule a phone appointment. Stay up to date on COVID-19 protocols:

City of Napa Alerts

Napa County Public Health COVID-19 Information

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