Don't Forget - "Spring Forward" This Sunday!

Daylight Savings Time starts at 2 AM on Sunday, March 14. Be sure to set your clocks one hour forward before bed tomorrow tonight! Though we may lose an hour of sleep, you can enjoy the extra light in the evening by going for a physically distanced walk or bike ride Sunday evening!

City of Napa Welcomes New Human Resources Director

The City is pleased to announced that Heather Ruiz is our new Director of Human Resources. She brings more than 20 years of public sector human resources experiences to Napa, most recently serving as the Director of Human Resources at the City of Vallejo. Ruiz's extensive experience and unique background in both the public and private sector allows her to bring well-rounded perspectives and insights to Napa. Welcome, Heather! Learn more at https://www.cityofnapa.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=325.

Be A Good Napa Neighbor

With Napa officially in the Red Tier, now is not the time to be complacent! For more business sectors to reopen and more restrictions to be lifted, we all have to do our part to remain vigilant and continue to be a good #NapaNeighbor and follow safety guidelines.

If you leave your home, remember:
- Wash your hands
- Wear your mask
- Avoid crowds
- Stay six feet from others

How to Get Vaccinated: What You Need to Know

Vaccine supplies across the State continue to be limited. The status of the COVID-19 vaccine distribution is Phase 1a, tier 1-3, and individuals 65+, with a priority given to those 75+. Definitions for phase/tier eligibility are provided by the State of California.

Ways to Register:

The State of California’s MyTurn website, which will become the primary registration site for vaccination scheduling statewide in the coming weeks. Check if you’re eligible for vaccination, sign up for notifications, and schedule appointments in select areas.
Kaiser Permanente has a COVID-19 vaccine webpage for members to check their vaccine status online.
Rite Aid's COVID-19 Vaccine Scheduler
St. Joseph Health outlines how they're reaching out to eligible patients.
Sutter Health's vaccine resource page has ways to check eligibility and schedule appointments.

Federal Retail Pharmacy Program Locations:
The Federal Pharmacy Program is being implemented incrementally based on the available vaccine supply, with select retail pharmacy locations providing COVID-19 vaccine to eligible individuals.

CDPH COVID-19 Quarantine Guidance for Fully Vaccinated Persons

Visit Napa County's vaccination page for more information: COVID-19 Vaccination | Napa County, CA (countyofnapa.org)

General Plan Update: Seeking Input from Spanish Speaking Community

The City of Napa is at an exciting stage of the General Plan Update! We are looking for input from our Spanish Speaking Community on issues including Housing, Jobs & Economy, Public Health & Equity, Parks & Recreation, and more! Check out our short presentation - in Spanish - here: https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ia6VcQjU9lA?feature=oembed

Also, please share this video presentation widely with your friends, colleagues, social networks, and community partners.

Send comments to [email protected]

Newly Updated Economic Development Webpage

The new Economic Development webpage is now live: https://www.cityofnapa.org/172/Economic-Development-Division

The newly updated page makes it even easier for businesses, developers and community members to do business, find resources or business incentives and thrive in Napa. See how the City supports our local businesses!

Napa Fire Assists in Vaccine Administration

We are so grateful to the Napa Fire Department and their dedication to go above and beyond in their service to this community. For the past few weeks, our own Napa firefighters have assisted with administering COVID-19 vaccines to about 1,000 people. They have worked at 10 clinics to give vaccines to residents in nursing homes, independent living sites and to people who would have difficulty getting to vaccination sites.

We are so thankful for your commitment to our community, Napa Fire!

Upcoming North Bay Regional Job Fair - Hosted by Work Force Alliance of the North Bay

Are you hiring? Find your next employee at the virtual North Bay Regional Job Fair, hosted by the Work Force Alliance of the North Bay. Residents in Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, Marin and Lake Counties can network and job search from the comfort of their own home on Thursday, April 8 from 12 - 4 PM. Employers will set up a virtual booth, collect resumes and chat with job seekers in real time.

To participate in the event, register at https://portal.premiervirtual.com/event/register-company/4911-north-regional-fair.

Keep on Composting, Napa!

Did you know that Napa City and County residents threw out 9% less trash and composted nearly 12,000 more tons in the first six years of the curbside food composting program! BUT there's always room to do more! Food and soiled paper composting is available to all Napa Recycling customers by simply including food and soiled paper based products in your brown compost cart.

Learn more about curbside composting at https://naparecycling.com/residents/curbside-composting/.

Stretching Our Water Supply

Lack of rainfall in our Lake Hennessey watershed has reservoir volume a bit below average this winter, so let’s help stretch that supply throughout the year. For about two more weeks, our water system will be fed exclusively from the Lake. While not exactly expecting a March Miracle, the long-range forecast is calling for some March Moisture to benefit your lawn. So let’s all wait until true spring to kick on those automatic sprinklers. For year-round tips, check out sample irrigation schedules in the Napa Valley Watering Guide.

Changes Aesthetics of Drinking Water from Lake Hennessey

The City recognizes the changing aesthetics of the drinking water, which is common with surface water supplies. Our State Water Project supply source (Delta water) is currently unavailable - and will be for about two more weeks - for maintenance which necessitates using our Lake Hennessey water.

The taste and odor is not unique to Napa’s water sources - seasonal algae blooms are common to many surface waters. As algae dies off they release odor causing compounds. Most persons describe the aesthetics of this phenomenon as earthy and/or musty. The water treatment process removes the algae, although compounds that cause an unpleasant odor can be detected as low as 3 nanograms or parts per trillion by the average person. The drinking water, while potentially aesthetically undesirable, is tested and verified safe to drink.

As part of a $45-million upgrade of the treatment plant that treats Delta water, an ozone system was added that helps control the taste and odor. An ozone system or similar best available technology (BAT) treatment train is in the early stages of planning for the Hennessey Water Treatment Plant. For now, a few ways to minimize the odor when drinking water direct from your tap is:
• make sure it is cold, or
• add a squeeze of citrus (lemon, lime, orange) or cucumber.

Follow the 3 Ws

Until We Achieve Community Immunity

Now is not the time to let your guard down, even if you have already been vaccinated. As we work towards the goal of community immunity, we ALL need to continue to do our part!

City of Napa Offers Home Buyer Assistance to Those Affected by 2017 Wine Country Fires

Was your rent increased by 5% or more within 6 months of the October 2017 Wine Country fires? Or did you lose your home as a result of the October 2017 Wine Country fires (or other 2017-2018 qualifying disaster)?

The City of Napa has CalHome Disaster Funds to help those affected by the 2017 Wine Country fires purchase a home.

Visit our website for more information about qualifications or to complete an application, visit: www.cityofnapa.org/200/Homeownership-Compradores-de-Casa

Or contact Andrea Clark at (707) 257-9254 or email [email protected].

Struggling with Food Insecurity?Food Assistance is Available

You can't fight a pandemic on an empty stomach. With so many individuals and families struggling with food insecurity as the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Napa County can help.

Visit https://readynapacounty.org/232/Food-Assistance for a list of nonprofits and government programs offering food assistance.

Getting Tested for COVID-19

If you think you may have COVID-19 symptoms or have come into close contact with someone who was diagnosed with COVID-19, you can get tested in Napa!

Visit https://www.countyofnapa.org/2776/COVID-19-Testing to find testing locations near you and other helpful COVID-19 testing resources.

Napa's Hazard Mitigation Plan is Underway

Take Our Survey Today - and Enter to Win $150 Stihl Voucher!

As Napa residents well know, natural hazards are a constant worry but being prepared can make all the difference. The City of Napa is updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan to help reduce or mitigate the impacts of hazards before they occur. But we need your help!

Napa residents can take a short survey to help the City understand public perceptions of local hazards, mitigation strategies, establish incentives and more. Anyone who completes the survey by April 30, 2021 will be entered into a drawing to win a grand prize of a $150 Stihl voucher. For more information or to take the survey, visit http://mitigatehazards.com/napahmp/get-involved/.

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