Storm Updates

Sandbags

On Friday, January 6, until 5 PM, and Saturday, January 7, from 9 AM - 1 PM, self-serve sandbags will be available to City residents at the City’s Corporation Yard at 770 Jackson Street. Sand, bags and shovels are provided - just bring some gloves! Stay dry and stay safe!

Learn where to access and how to use sandbags here. 

General Updates

Park Closures

The City of Napa's Parks and Recreation Department is closing Trancas Crossing Park at 11 AM today, Wednesday, January 4. Crews will continue to evaluate the situation and the park will reopen when the threat of flooding no longer remains. 

Oxbow Bypass Flood Gates

The City of Napa and the Napa County Flood District have reopened the Oxbow Bypass flood gates at McKinstry Street today, Thursday, January 5th; however, parking on McKinstry will remain restricted.     

The Flood District staff will continue to monitor the forecasts, as the Napa River expected to approach the activation level for closing the flood gates sometime on Sunday. There is also the potential that the Napa River may exceed the activation level sometime on Tuesday.  As of the time of this post, Flood District staff plan to close the gates Saturday, January 7th, in preparation of the forecasted increase in river level from Sunday through Tuesday.

A Reminder from CHP: 

What to Do If Traffic Signals Are Not Operating

Reports of downed trees, flooded roads, and power outages are common during big storms and this week - and the upcoming weekend - are no different across the Bay Area. If you find yourself out on the roads and happen across an intersection without a working traffic signal light, please know how to properly respond.

If there are no lights at all, DO NOT just continue through the intersection without first stopping. Do exactly what you would if you came to a four-way stop sign at any other intersection. It may be harder to see the powerless lights at night, so please be sure to slow down as you travel through areas without power.

Please know that emergency crews are going from call to call right now, and it is possible that an intersection could be without a traffic signal for some time before anyone can get there to set up temporary stop signs, if at all. We rely on our communities to diligently observe the rules of the road while we navigate this massive storm.

Christmas Tree Recycling

Wondering what to do with your old Christmas tree?

The local Boy Scouts of America troops have you covered!

Place your tree on the curb by 9 AM on January 7. 

• DO NOT set out your tree earlier in the week, since tree collection will not take place until Saturday, January 7.
• Remove all ornaments, nails, tinsel, stands and metal spikes.
• A voluntary donation of $10 per tree is suggested and appreciated, but DO NOT leave money on the tree!
• Please leave a check made out to “Boy Scouts of America” in an envelope at your door and scouts will pick it up.

The trees are recycled into mulch, compost or fuel for renewable energy! 

If you miss the January 7 tree pick-up, place your tree out for collection on your normal service day beginning January 9. Please follow the above tree preparation guidelines and cut trees over eight feet in half. Flocked trees are NOT accepted and need to be disposed of as trash. Please place wreaths and other holiday greenery in the compost cart.

Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program (NCTP)

The City of Napa is conducting a comprehensive update of its Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program (NTCP), and we want to hear from you! As part of the project, we are looking for community member's feedback and thoughts on traffic safety.

The last day to submit traffic safety concerns via the online map is Monday, January 9, 2023. Learn more about the project and report your traffic safety concerns at http://www.cityofnapa.org/1180/Neighborhood-Traffic-Calming-Program.

Housing Element Update 

Draft Housing Element Now Live!

The Draft Housing Element is now available for Public Review! The public review period will run through January 21 (30-days minimum). Visit the Housing Element page to view the documents!

Housing Element Update Website

Traffic Safety Updates

Signal Changes Happenings Around Town

Traffic safety is a key priority here in Napa. The City is currently implementing some changes to our traffic signals to help keep our residents safe on the road.

We have installed larger signals with a 4th lens for a Flashing Yellow Arrow (FYA) at some intersections around town. When illuminated, the FYA allows waiting motorists to make a left-hand turn after yielding to oncoming traffic. Otherwise, these new traffic signals will work the same as traditional signals. 

A study conducted by the National Cooperative Highway Research Program determined that drivers had fewer crashes with FYAs than with traditional yield-on-green configurations.

The City’s first FYA will launch at the intersection of Lincoln Ave and Main Street in January 2023. Later, additional FYAs will launch at the intersections of Jefferson Street and Third, Second, First and Clay Streets.

Learn more: https://www.cityofnapa.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=482

Annual Hydrant Flushing Program Now Underway

The City's annual hydrant flushing program begins Monday, Dec. 5!  Here are a few important reminders about the process:

- This program may cause periods of discolored water and reduced water pressure in localized areas where flushing is being conducted.

- Flushing operations may activate low-pressure alarms on automatic fire sprinkler systems due to temporary reductions in water pressure. 

- Commercial customers, especially businesses that serve the public, should be aware of the water quality while flushing is taking place in their area. 

The Water Division will update the City’s website regularly to provide a map of the region being flushed each day and a map of the region that will be flushed next, to help keep the public up to date on our progress: www.CityOfNapa.org/HydrantFlushing 

We appreciate our community's patience during this process, and we apologize for any inconvenience this program may cause. Please contact the City of Napa Water Division at (707) 257-9521 with any questions or concerns.

Please note: Flushing is a necessary use of water to help maintain our water quality. 

The City of Napa is hiring! 

Think you'd be a great fit? Learn more and apply now at www.CityOfNapa.org/Careers 

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