Earth Day Returns to Napa

Sunday, April 28, from 11PM - 4PM

The City will join dozens of other exhibitors on Sunday, April 28th from 11AM to 4PM in the Oxbow Commons for the community’s annual Earth Day celebration. Water and Recycling staff will educate festival attendees about how they can make a difference locally. There will be fun activities for the whole family, include a special Drive Electric display, and of course delicious local food, beer, and wines. Music and dancers will provide the entertainment, including two bands who will also be playing at this year’s BottleRock! Best of all, the event’s beverage sales fund bus grants that allow Napa County students to enjoy environmental field trips. The event is hosted by the Environmental Education Coalition of Napa County (EECNC). Full details can be found at EarthDayNapa.com.

Take the Mayor’s Challenge in April!

After a sixth-place finish last year, the City is looking to win this year’s National Mayor’s Challenge for Water Conservation. Sponsored by the Wyland Foundation, this friendly competition uses a series of online pledges at mywaterpledge.com to see which city can be the most water-wise. In addition to water savings, incentives include a grand prize of $3,000 toward your home utility bills, home irrigation kits, gift cards, and a chance for your favorite local charity to win a 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Anytime during April simply fill out the online pledge to make smart water choices. While this past winter was bountiful, the City knows how variable California’s climate is and how important it is for us to use our precious water resources efficiently. Let’s win this challenge! Visit www.mywaterpledge.com for more info!

Public Service Announcement from the Napa Wildlife Rescue & Napa PD!

Fawn season is quickly approaching and baby deer will be popping up around Napa County. Every year we receive calls about “abandoned” fawns. Mother deer will leave their babies alone for up to 12 hours at a time, only returning for brief periods to feed and clean their offspring. The mother leaves during this time to graze and rest; she’ll keep her distance from the scent-less infant so as not to alert predators. An inexperienced mother deer may leave her baby in an odd place like your front porch or under an RV, but she will eventually be back to move it.

Please don’t approach or touch a lone fawn and NEVER feed it. If you are unsure of its well-being, please call our Hawkline at (707) 224-HAWK (4295) for advice.

Changes to Napa Parking Permits

Coming July 1, 2019

Effective July 1, 2019 the City of Napa will no longer be selling parking permits at City Hall. Starting on May 15, 2019, parking permits will be available for purchase online here.

A parking map is provided on the reverse side of this flyer pointing to all available permit parking locations.

Permit Parking will remain $30 per month per permit. The online platform offers the ability to purchase multiple months at a time. There will be a $3.50 convenience fee in addition to the purchase cost. Parking permits will be mailed to you upon purchase. Your purchase receipt will act as your temporary parking permit. The temporary parking permit will expire 2 weeks after purchase. Your parking permit should arrive by mail within 5-7 business days.

If you have questions or comments, please contact the Parking Programs Manager Tony Valadez at [email protected]

New Grant-Funded Organics De-Packagers Equipment at Napa's Material Diversion Facility

In 2017, Napa Recycling & Waste Services (NRWS) pursued a grant from the State (CalRecycle) for a $420,000 piece of processing equipment known as an “organics de-packager.” With the support and permission from the City, NRWS was successful in its grant application and the grant-funded equipment was delivered to the Materials Diversion Facility (MDF) in late 2018 and has been operational for about three to four months now. The equipment functions as its name implies – to literally separate plastic and paper packaging away from otherwise compostable organics trapped in such packaging. Think about expired or contaminated (e.g., sandwiches in plastic trays, cereal in boxes with inner liners, etc.) as examples of potentially compostable organic materials that would otherwise be headed towards landfill disposal. NRWS can now reach out to local and regional food generators (grocery stores, big box stores, hotels, catering companies, etc.) and offer this new option.

The organics de-packager has already been a great help in capturing any contamination from commercial food composting routes (both from Napa and other jurisdiction programs using the City’s MDF) as they are all run through the equipment prior to active composting. This in turn has resulted in a residue/contamination rates of less than 1% (which is then addressed by other parts of the organics pre-processing system). In the longer term, Napa will be well prepared for the impacts of Assembly Bill 1826 and Senate Bill 1383 which will require increasing capture of organics from commercial generators throughout the State.

General Plan Update

Here is a round-up of other General Plan important dates to look out for:

Take the Survey – Help shape the future of Napa!

Joint Meeting of the Planning Commission and City Council
April 30 at 5:30 PM: City Hall Council Chambers
955 School Street, Napa

As these dates get closer, more information will be available at napa2040.com, as well as the City’s Facebook, Nextdoor and Twitter pages.

You can direct any questions to [email protected] and subscribe to the General Plan newsletter at https://napa2040.com/contact-us.

Friends of Westwood Hills Park

Volunteer Day Saturday, April 20 and 27

Friends of Westwood Hill Park’s next Saturday Volunteer Days will be April 20 and 27, from 9AM – 11AM at Westwood Hills Park, 3107 Browns Valley Road. Volunteers will help to remove French broom, an invasive plant species that prevents native species from thriving, is toxic to animals and is also a fire hazard. Volunteers are asked to wear long pants, long-sleeve shirts, and closed shoes or boots. A sun hat is recommended, as well as water and sunscreen. Gloves and tools will be provided. No experience is necessary, all ages are welcome – and coffee, donuts and fruit will be served! These events are orchestrated in conjunction with the Napa County Regional Park and Open Space District.

Volunteers are asked to RSVP to [email protected] or 707-257-9529.

Future volunteer days at Westwood Hills Park will be held on the 3rd and 4th Saturdays of the month through May 2019:

• April 20 & 27

• May 18 & 25

City Council Meeting Agenda for Tuesday, April 16, 2019 Now Online

The agenda for the Napa City Council Meeting is now now available online:

Meeting Details and Agenda

Date: Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Time: 3:30 PM Afternoon Session; 6:30 PM Evening Session
Location: City Council Chambers, City Hall
955 School Street, Napa

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Newest Job Opportunities

Visit www.cityofnapa.org/jobs to see all of the newest job opportunities, from Finance to Public Works to Parks & Recreation!

Water Service Worker
Closing: 4/15/2019

Do you have mechanical, meter reading, and customer service experience? Has your ability to thrive in dynamic environments allowed you to excel in your field? Are you able to maintain a calm demeanor that makes you a valuable member of a hardworking team? Water Distribution in the Utilities Department is looking for YOU!

Maintenance Superintendent – Streets & Sidewalks
Closing: 4/19/2019

Are you eager to produce great work in the areas of Public Works operational maintenance, divisional support and team building? Has your collaborative work style allowed you to bring value that has made positive impact? Then APPLY today and continue that collaborative work with the City of Napa, benefiting not only the employees of the Public Works Department but also the community we serve!

Associate Civil Engineer – Special Projects
Closing: 4/29/2019

The Special Project Group is a sub-set of the City's Engineering Division responsible for delivering high priority/high profile Capital Improvement Projects. Such projects generally require additional and extensive coordination with; the general public, stakeholder groups, City Council, external Public Agencies (Caltrans, Napa Sanitation District etc.), and internal City Departments (Parks, Utilities, Community Development etc.).

Senior Civil Engineer – Construction Manager
Closing: Continuous

Our Public Works Department is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill a vacancy in the Construction Management Division. This position has management responsibility for the Construction Management Division of the Public Works Department and performs complex, professional field and office work in the investigation, design, construction, and inspection of public works or private development projects. The position is responsible for supporting and leading a division of seven (7) comprised of engineers, paraprofessionals and inspector staff.

Police Officer – Lateral (From Outside California)
Closing: Continuous

Our Police Department is looking for applicants with one year of experience in a sworn law enforcement position in the State of California (as defined in Penal Code Section 830.1) and possession of a California POST Basic Certificate that are interested in coming to Napa. Candidates on a current City of Napa eligible list need not re-apply.

Police Officer – Lateral (From Within California)
Closing: Continuous

Our Police Department is looking for applicants with one year of experience in a sworn law enforcement position in the State of California (as defined in Penal Code Section 830.1) and possession of a California POST Basic Certificate that are interested in coming to Napa. Candidates on a current City of Napa eligible list need not re-apply.

Police Officer Trainee – Recent Academy Graduate
Closing: Continuous

Did you recently complete a Police Academy within the last 12 months? We invite you to apply! This is a pre-entry level law enforcement classification in which incumbents learn and gain additional qualifications in preparation for a career as a sworn peace officer. Join our team and you'll learn to protect yourself and others with incredible training, gain another family and a sense of belonging that no other career can offer, and spend your time helping others by making a positive impact on the community.

Police Officer Trainee – Academy Enrolled
Closing: Continuous

Are you currently enrolled in a Police Academy? We invite you to apply! This is a pre-entry level law enforcement classification in which incumbents learn and gain additional qualifications in preparation for a career as a sworn peace officer. Join our team and you'll learn to protect yourself and others with incredible training, gain another family and a sense of belonging that no other career can offer, and spend your time helping others by making a positive impact on the community.

Recreation Leader – Day Camps (Part-Time)
Closing: 4/16/2019

Do you love leading and mentoring youth? Do you have a passion for building relationships in the community? Do you consider yourself a positive role model? We have a part-time, seasonal position meant for you in the Recreation Division.

Preschool Lead Teacher (Part-Time)
Closing: 4/16/2019

Are you a positive, creative and energetic individual? Do you love organizing crafts and activities? Do you have a passion for mentoring youth? We are in search for a leader to join our Preschool Team who is committed to families and their young children.

Investigative Coordinator (Part-Time)
Closing: 4/19/2019

Would you enjoy being a liaison between various organizations that make up the criminal justice system in Napa? Do you thrive in managing large volumes of data entry and confidential records? We are seeking a part-time Investigative Coordinator to organize investigative documents, including electronic data based police records systems. You will be responsible for dynamic, difficult, and specialized clerical operations.

Camp Director (Part-Time)
Closing: 4/22/2019

Are you an upbeat, fun individual who enjoys public speaking and leading big groups? Do you want to spend your summer days building a positive atmosphere for youth in Napa? Do you love organizing crafts and activities? Are you comfortable with resolving conflict? Our Camp Director is responsible leading daily operations for our day camp programs, including Camp Napa, Great Outdoors and Redwood Early Risers.

Lifeguard (Part-Time)
Closing: 5/1/2019

Are you looking for a fun summer job in an outstanding community? Can you remain calm in situations and are comfortable with resolving conflict? Do you love providing excellent customer service? We have just the position for you in our Recreation Division.

Recreation Leader – Preschool (Part-Time)
Closing Date: Continuous

Do you consider yourself a positive role model? Do you have a passion for leading and mentoring youth? We have a part-time position meant for you in the Recreation Division.

Park Maintenance Assistant (Part-Time)
Closing: Continuous

Do you love keeping busy indoors and outdoors? Are you handy? Would you enjoy working early mornings, holidays, and weekends? We have just the position for you in the Parks Division.

Park Ranger (Part-Time)
Closing: Continuous

Do you have experience in park operations and wildlife conservation? Do you love taking care of the public? Can you provide positive customer service for our park visitors? We have an opening just for you in the Parks Division.

Waste Prevention Assistant (Part-Time)
Closing: Continuous

Do you love working in a collaborative environment that includes outreach and educational campaigns? Are you passionate about sustainability and the environment? Can you communicate with a diverse range of people in the local community? We are searching for you to join our team at the Recycling and Materials Diversion Division.