Coming Soon: Virtual Fire and Life Safety Day!
Did you know next week is Fire Prevention Week? To celebrate the week, the Napa Fire Department has once again launched their Fire & Life Safety webpage! Unfortunately, we can’t all be together in person for a community event, but Napa Fire has put together a ton of online fun!
Check out their educational videos, featuring your very own Napa Firefighters! Learn more about kitchen safety, hands-only CPR, fire extinguisher safety and more at https://www.cityofnapa.org/962/Fire-and-Life-Safety-Day. There is a Fire and Life Safety Day poster contest, a Family Safety Plan contest and Q&A with Chief Curren!
While you are on the site, check out all the other educational and entertaining fun Napa Fire has to offer!
And don’t miss the Spanish-language fire safety page - Napa Fuego: https://www.cityofnapa.org/969/Napa-Fuego! |
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Q&A With the Fire Chief!Do you have a burning question for Napa Fire Chief Zach Curren? As we get ready to kick off Fire Prevention Week next week, he will be taking your questions and answering them via video on social media and our website!
Submit your question today here! |
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National Suicide Prevention Month Reminders and ResourcesAs National Suicide Prevention Month comes to a close, please be reminded that there are always resources available to support our community.
Napa County has a 24-hour Mental Health Crisis Line, at (707) 253-4711 and monthly Suicide Prevention Council Meetings from 4 - 5:30 PM on the second Thursday of each month.
Continue to check in with your family and friends to see how we can support each other. Making a phone call and lending a supportive ear could make all the difference in their time of need.
There are additional local and national resources available to help online, including on https://www.countyofnapa.org/290/Mental-Health. |
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Roundtable Discussion with Local ADU & Finance ExpertsWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2021 AT 6 PM – 7 PM
Are you a homeowner anywhere in Napa or Sonoma County?
Join us for a roundtable discussion with local ADU & finance experts about how and why the best time to build your accessory dwelling unit is today.
We'll cover:
- 8 reasons the best time to build your ADU is today
- How to use our ADU calculator to think through the highest return on your investment
- Prefab/modular vs. stick build construction
- Key ways to finance your ADU project
- Live audience Q&A with our ADU build and finance professionals!
Register here: https://bit.ly/3ATzD53
Presented by the Napa Sonoma ADU Center, a nonprofit organization fiscally-sponsored by Napa Valley Community Foundation with support from Community Foundation Sonoma County.
**Spanish language translation will be provided via Zoom. Se proporcionará interpretación al español a través de Zoom.**
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Tuesday was National Voter Registration Day Tuesday was National Voter Registration Day! Are you registered to vote?
Voting is an essential aspect of our ability to participate in democratic processes that help keep our leaders as true representatives of the people.
Visit https://www.countyofnapa.org/399/Voter-Registration to register and learn more! |
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How To Submit a Service Request:Streets and Sidewalks
See something that needs attention on our streets and sidewalks? Make a Service Request online!
If you notice potholes, damaged sidewalks or curbs, dead animals in the roadway, graffiti, litter or debris in City right-of-way, rough road surfaces, sign issues, localized flooding, sinkholes, or any other miscellaneous street or sidewalk issue, visit our Online Service Center, and click the button for "Streets & Sidewalks."
Then, you can provide details about the issue, the location and photo of the problem, and your contact details. Hit submit, and someone from the Public Works department will address your request!
To access the Service Center, visit https://www.CityOfNapa.org/277/Service-Center
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Become a Food Donor!Napa Valley CanDO has partnered with The Food Bank for the Napa Food Project, coordinating "green bag" pickups. This is your opportunity to build our community and fight against hunger in our neighborhoods by becoming a regular food donor or neighborhood coordinator!
To participate in the Napa Food Project, as a food donor or a neighborhood coordinator, simply sign up at: NVCanDo.org.
Learn more at NapaRecycling.com/Food-Rescue-Donations. Remember that The Good Samaritan Act (Public Law 104-210) protects you from liability when donating food. |
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Hazard Mitigation Plan - Share Your Thoughts and Get Entered to Win a $150 Stihl VoucherCalling all residents of the City of Napa! The City is updating its 2015 Hazard Mitigation Plan but we need your input! Hazard mitigation is the use of sustained, long-term actions to reduce the loss of life, personal injury, and property damage that can result from a disaster.
All participants who leave their contact information will be entered to win a $150 Stihl voucher. The survey is available in both English and Spanish and is open until October 15.
To take the survey, visit mitigatehazards.com/napahmp/get-involved/. |
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Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Across the nation, Americans celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
Thank you to our Napa neighbors of Hispanic heritage who add so much to our community and continue to make our city a great home for people of all backgrounds. The wonderful fabric of our community is what makes Napa special.
Learn more about Hispanic Heritage Month at https://www.hispanicheritagemonth.gov/about/ |
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Redistricting: How District Lines Are DrawnPublic agencies have to follow certain rules when redrawing electoral districts to ensure equity and respect to local communities. Check out our latest video here or by clicking the image below for a quick, informative snapshot about redistricting!
Here are 5 facts about how #Redistricting lines are drawn: - Each district should share a common border with the next
- The geographic integrity of a city should minimize division
- Boundaries should be easily identifiable that follow natural or artificial barriers such as rivers, streets, highways and rail lines
- Lines shall be drawn to encourage geographic compactness
- Boundaries shall not be drawn for purposes of favoring or discriminating against a political party
Learn more about Napa's redistricting efforts at CityofNapa.org/Redistricting.
#Redistricting2021 #RedrawNapa
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Position Open: Waste Prevention Assistant
Do you have interest in outreach and educational campaigns? Do you have excellent interpersonal skills? We're looking for a qualified candidate for a part-time position assisting our Recycling and Materials Diversion Division with community recycling, composting and solid waste program goals.
If you or someone you know has an interest in outreach and educational campaigns through community fieldwork, we encourage you to apply!
Visit this link for more details on the position and to apply!
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Know Your ZoneKnowing your zone number could make all the difference during an emergency evacuation. The City and County of Napa are working with Zonehaven to assign the entire county zone numbers so communication is clear and easy to understand in emergency situations. The numbers will be used in communication so residents know where they should evacuate to.
Find out your household's zone number by visiting community.zonehaven.com, typing in your address in the search bar and writing down your Zone number in a place you'll remember. |
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Where to get Vaccinated in Napa County
There are many vaccination resources across Napa County and California, please visit the sites below to register for a vaccine appointment:MyTurn.ca.gov Information & Support: 1-833-422-4255(Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday & Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) Additional questions? Please call: 707-253-4540 (Monday-Friday, 9-5 p.m.) or email coronaviru[email protected]
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Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program and Tenant Accessibility ADA Grants
The City of Napa's Housing Division is working to help improve rental units with two different grant and loan programs!
- Landlords, take advantage of the Rental Housing Rehabilitation Loan program's no interest 20-year loan to refurbish rental housing units
- Tenants, make your units ADA accessible with a grant of up to $5,000
Learn more and see if your rental units are eligible at https://www.cityofnapa.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=375.
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Get Your Flume 2 Smart Home Water Monitor Today!
The City of Napa has partnered with Flume Water to bring you exclusive savings on the Flume 2 Smart Home Water Monitor!
Flume’s revolutionary device allows you to monitor your water use right from your smartphone 24/7. It will even alert you to possible leaks!
Flume installs easily in just minutes and it gives you the power to:
- Monitor your indoor and outdoor water use anytime from anywhere
- Reduce your water bills with monthly budgets
- Detect and put a stop to leaks immediately
For a limited time only, City of Napa water customers can get a Flume 2 Smart Home Water Monitor for just $65 plus tax and shipping (regularly $199)! Here’s how it works:
1. Purchase your Flume System for $90 plus tax and shipping (regularly $199). 2. Install your Flume System (you can do it yourself!) 3. Automatically get $25 refunded back to your credit card.
Act soon! A limited number of Flume Smart Home Water Monitors are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Get your Flume 2 Smart Home Water Monitor here: https://flumewater.com/napa
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Applicants Sought for Napa County Resource Conservation District Board of DirectorsAre you interested in soil and water conservation? If so, apply for the open position on Napa County's Resource Conservation District Board of Directors! Learn more about the programs you could have the chance to impact at https://naparcd.org/strategic-plan/. To find out more information on the position and eligibility, and to apply online, visit https://ca-napacounty.civicplus.com/1420/Committees-Commissions. Application forms are also available at the County Executive Office or by phone at (707) 253-4421. |
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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.
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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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