From Napa County: Red Flag Warning8pm Saturday to 10am Sunday Northeast winds will develop in the North Bay Mountains around sunset above 1,000 feet. Highest threat will be in Napa County and northern Sonoma County. Northeast winds 10-20 mph with gusts to 35mph. Little or no overnight humidity recovery. Any fires that develop have potential to spread rapidly. Continued hot and dry Sunday afternoon with highs mid-80s to lower 90s.
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PG&E Gas Venting Next Week PG&E crews will be releasing gas, known as venting, in two locations next week, as part of their efforts to increase safety and reliability:
1) 1515 Soscol Ferry Rd, Napa on Monday, 10/7. Starting at 17:00. The venting should last about 3 hours, near the Napa River. 2) 600 South Kelly Rd, Napa on Tuesday, 10/8, around 7:00 am. for one hour, near the golf course.
As PG&E vents the pipe, the smell of natural gas and the sound of venting may be noticeable. The natural gas released during venting will quickly dissipate into the atmosphere and will not be harmful. However, PG&E encourages anyone who has concerns about natural gas odors in or around their home or business to call PG&E at 1-800-743-5000.
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NVTA's Countywide Transportation Plan (CTP) Survey - Take It Today! The Napa Valley Transportation Authority (NVTA) has just launched its update of the Countywide Transportation Plan (CTP) to create a shared transportation vision for 2045. This plan is updated every 5 years and is our opportunity to identify projects and funding that will lead to a more connected Napa County. The plan will incorporate ideas from residents and jurisdictions across the County.
Share your transportation improvement ideas by taking our survey here!
For more information and to follow project progress, visit www.NVTAtransportationplan.org.
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Napa County Public Health - Free Flu Shot Clinics Napa County Public Health FREE Flu Vaccine is available for anyone 3 years and older. This year: No Flu Mist (Spray).
Next Clinic Date Monday, October 7: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Napa Senior Center: 1500 Jefferson St., 94559
All Clinic Dates, Times & Locations
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Napa Tap Water Update The City of Napa constantly works to optimize our source water supplies and are aware of a difference in taste and/or odor that can be potentially experienced this time of year with our local Lake Hennessey source water. At this time, we must continue using water from all of our available sources to meet system demands, which includes Lake Hennessey. Regardless of the change in taste and/or odor, your tap water is safe to drink and currently meets or exceeds all state and federal standards. Once system demands are reduced, your drinking water source will be solely supplied from the Edward I. Barwick Jamieson Canyon Water Treatment Plant and the taste and odor changes will subside. In the meantime, to alleviate any temporary adverse taste and/or odor, you can chill your tap water, add citrus (lemons, limes, oranges, etc.) or cucumbers or aerate your water by swirling it in a large pitcher.
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Napa Valley Register to Host Town HallPanel Discussion on Housing
Thursday, October 10. 2019 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM CrossWalk Community Church, 2590 First Street, Napa RSVP Here
There will be a housing resource fair from 5:30 PM - 6 PM and from 7 PM - 7:30 PM. Speakers will offer a Q&A session during the panel discussion, that will run from 6 PM - 7 PM. Featured Speakers: Liz Alessio, Napa City Councilmember; Leon Garcia, American Canyon mayor; Cass Walker, Peter A. and Vernice H. Gasser Foundation housing consultant; and Pablo Zatarain, Fair Housing Napa Valley executive director.
Para Español, haga clic aqui.
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Water-Wise Plant Show October 15th Just in time for the fall planting season, City of Napa Water, UC Master Gardeners, and the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) team up for a free Water-Wise Plant Show on Tuesday, October 15, 6:30 to 8:30 pm, at the newly renovated Magnolia Room in the Senior Center, 1500 Jefferson Street. With slide presentations and dozens of live plants on hand, local landscape designer Katherine Novick will show Napans that water-efficient yards are anything but boring. Colorful and beautiful trees, shrubs, perennials, grasses, vines, and groundcovers will be reviewed, along with landscape design ideas focused on California native species. Attendees will also gain access to free literature, water-saving tools, and experts from the Napa County Master Gardeners and the CNPS Napa Valley Chapter. Lucky winners will even take home free plants and other great door prizes.
Our unpredictable climate makes water efficiency and conservation a way of life here. The start of the planting season is a great time to learn appropriate water-wise gardening habits, as efficient outdoor use remains the key to a reliable water future. Attendees are asked to register in advance for the Water-Wise Plant Show by calling (707) 257-9497 or emailing [email protected]org.
For more workshop details, please visit www.cityofnapa.org/water.
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Napa RoundaboutsConstruction Update
Caltrans is scheduled to close the State Route 29 (SR-29) Northbound First Street Offramp beginning the week of Monday, October 7 through the end of November to accommodate construction of one of three roundabouts west of downtown Napa. You can view the map here.
A detour will be in place, along with previously announced detours currently in place due to construction. Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes and allow more time to get to their destinations. Delays are expected in the construction area and drivers should exercise caution.
NEW: • Northbound SR-29 at First Street, take Lincoln Avenue exit, then right on Lincoln Avenue going east and then right on California Boulevard going south. • Eastbound on First Street from Browns Valley Road to SR-29 Northbound Onramp will be closed. No access to Northbound SR-29 from Eastbound First Street will be available. As a detour, motorists using eastbound First Street from Browns Valley Road may make a right on California Blvd going south, then left on Second Street going east; next, left on Seymour Street going north, then left on Clay Street going west, then right on California Blvd going north, then left on Lincoln Ave to the northbound SR-29 onramp. EXISTING:
• Eastbound on First Street from Browns Valley Road will be able to make a right turn on California Boulevard going south to get to Second and Third streets. • California Boulevard southbound will turn left at Clay Street, then right at Seymour Street, then right at Third Street. Detour ends at California Boulevard. • California Boulevard northbound will turn right at Second Street, then left at Seymour Street, then left at Clay Street and detour ends at California Boulevard. • First Street westbound will turn right at Walnut Street, left on Clay Street and detour ends at California Boulevard.
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Fire & Life Safety Day Open House
Saturday, October 19, 2019 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Fire Station #1, 930 Seminary Street, Napa Come learn about fire safety and meet your firefighters! Tour the fire station and see what a day in the life of a firefighter is like! Tour the Dispatch Center to see what it’s like to be a 911 operator!
See firefighters in action using the jaws of life! Visit booths staffed by local health and safety service providers to learn how to keep your family healthy, safe, and prepared for emergencies! Have your picture taken with firefighters, fire trucks, and Sparky! Games, activities, and more!
FREE Halloween Costume Exchange!Be eek-o-friendly this Halloween by bringing a gently used costume to this open house to exchange for a “new to you” costume! You don’t have to donate a costume to participate. Respook. Rewear. Rescare!
Participants include:
Napa Fire Department • Napa Police Department • Napa Dispatch California Highway Patrol • AMR Ambulance • Red Cross and C.E.R.T Yo Belle Downtown Napa • PG&E • and more
Costume Exchange Sponsored by Community Resources for Children & City of Napa
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An Introduction toHealth in All PoliciesPlease join the City of Napa and our regional partners as we discuss the role of public policy in shaping community health outcomes.
Panel Presentation: October 7 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Health in All Policies (HiAP) is a collaborative approach that integrates and articulates health considerations into policymaking across sectors to improve the health of all communities and people. Join us! Contact [email protected] with questions.
NAPA SENIOR CENTER • 1500 JEFFERSON STREET • NAPA, CA 94559 Doors open at 5:00 pm. Light refreshments will be provided.
Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate!
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Capital Improvement Project Update Have you been wondering about all the work going on in town lately? Not sure what projects are coming up next? Well, the City of Napa just presented a comprehensive update on Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) to the City Council on October 1, which included projects from Public Works Engineering & Operations, Utilities and Parks and Recreation - this presentation included projects that have been recently completed, are under construction or are in some phase of planning, engineering and design - as well as details about status, schedules, associated costs and funding sources.
You can check out the detailed presentation here.
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NapaSan Announces Smoke Testing in Napa NeighborhoodsFrom October 16th through October 18th, NapaSan will be conducting smoke testing of sanitary sewer lines in neighborhoods throughout town. Please see the map here for testing locations. These tests will start no earlier than 8:00 a.m. and will be completed by 5:00 p.m. These types of tests are routinely performed as part of the comprehensive long-term sewer system improvements program. The test involves blowing smoke into a sewer manhole to find places where storm water may be entering the system, as well as to assist in locating breaks and defects that may exist in the sewer lines.
During the test, white smoke may be seen coming from roof vents, up through the ground, building foundations, or manhole covers. The smoke will not enter your home if it is properly plumbed and vented and the water traps contain water. In order to ensure your traps are filled with water, run the faucets and showers in your home for 30 seconds and pour 12 ounces of water into any floor drains. The smoke used is not harmful to people, pets, or furnishings. It is non-toxic, non-staining, non-corrosive, odorless, and leaves no residue. Your presence at home is not required during the test. Both police and fire departments will be kept informed of the areas in which the testing will take place. Any smoke in the area from the testing should clear within ten minutes.
All properties on the streets where the smoke testing will happen and areas surrounding those streets have been notified via mail so that everyone in the immediate area is aware of the testing. Napa San's consultant, V&A Consulting Engineers, will deliver door hangers to the properties directly within the testing area 24 to 48 hours before testing takes place.
If you have any questions, please contact NapaSan at (707) 312-1589 or V&A at (510) 987-8113. Para información en español, llame al (707) 258-6000.
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Workshop for First Time HomebuyersLocation Updated! You are invited to attend our workshop to learn about programs that may help you become a homeowner, including the City of Napa’s First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Programs.
This workshop has been scheduled to educate first time homebuyers on the home buying and mortgage loan process, and to inform them about the City’s Down Payment Assistance Program eligibility criteria.
The next available workshop will be held October 29th at 6:30 p.m. at the City of Napa’s City Council Chambers at 955 School Street. Seating is limited. And please no small children.
To register, email: [email protected]. Those in the market for a first home are encouraged to learn more and attend this City-sponsored workshop.
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Calling All Artists!Napa Senior Activity Center Art Installations Napa Senior Center Exhibit - 2D Art The City of Napa is opening a call for 2D at the Napa Senior Center in their newly remodeled Maple Room. Artwork will be displayed for a 6-month period (January to June or July to December 2020). Entry deadline 12/30/19.
Eligibility: Applicants must be artists currently living or working in Napa Valley, CA. They must be at least 50 years of age. City employees and their immediate family members are ineligible.
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Third Sundays at Fuller Park Enjoy the music under the shade in Napa’s oldest park from 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM. Bring a picnic and a chair or a blanket.
October 20 - The Mighty Murphys The Might Murphys are an acoustic band playing instruments from the Irish tradition. The band enjoys sharing music that reminds them of their Irish roots and ancestors. The band sparkles with upbeat Irish reels, jigs, plus heart-felt ballads of the old country sung by Christine. Many of their songs are written by band member Day Griffin in the traditional Irish style.
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The City of Napa is Hiring! Fire Prevention Inspector III – Plans Examiner Closing: 10/4/2019 The Napa Fire Department has a vacancy within the Fire Prevention Division. This position will support the Fire Marshal in supervising, training, and leading a small team which performs initial and annual inspections of existing buildings and fire protection systems. You will be responsible for conducting plan review of new construction and fire protection systems to insure compliance with laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to the control and prevention of fires; developing, organizing and coordinating specific fire and life safety programs and services; issuing fire permits and providing responsible administrative and technical assistance in support of the City's Fire Prevention programs and its customers. Laboratory Technician Closing: 10/14/2019 Are you a strong, meticulous lab professional looking to join a growing municipality? Has your ability to thrive in a dynamic environment allowed you to excel? Do you have vast technical experience which makes you a positive member of an enterprising team? We have a vacancy within the Water Division of the Utilities Department for a Laboratory Technician. You will be responsible for performing technical operational and maintenance duties in the City's water quality laboratories. Working independently, you have the opportunity to perform water quality laboratory duties including sample collection, testing, analysis, reporting and laboratory maintenance. Chief Building Official Closing: 10/15/2019 Are you eager to produce outstanding work in the areas of building inspection, plan checking, code compliance, and zoning matters? Has your engaging leadership allowed you to bring value that has made positive and lasting impact? We are currently seeking a qualified Chief Building Official to plan, direct, and oversee the activities for our Building Division, which is part of the Community Development Department. This leader will set guidance for the plan checking and building inspection operations; develop and provide comprehensive training programs for division staff and serve as a member of the department's management team. Deputy City Manager (Limited Term) Closing: 10/20/2019 Are you looking for a career-defining challenge in public sector leadership? Do you have aspirations of being an Assistant City Manager? What about a City Manager someday? The City of Napa is seeking a dynamic, customer oriented, tech and business process savvy, creative strategist to lead public sector innovation in culture and service excellence. Join our efforts to meet our greatest challenges and reap rich community-wide rewards. The new Deputy City Manager will be a strategic implementer in carrying out major initiatives throughout the City. Economic Development – Development Project Coordinator Closing: 10/21/2019 Are you eager to produce exceptional work in the areas of economic development, real estate development, and project management? Has your collaborative work style allowed you to bring value that has made positive impact? We are currently seeking qualified applicants to fill the Economic Development - Development Project Coordinator vacancy. The position reports to the Economic Development Manager as a part of the Community Development Department team. The position is responsible for coordinating and supporting diverse economic development projects, and using hard skills to assist in local economic development projects, programs and activities while working collaboratively with other departments and external partners. Payroll Technician (Accounting Technician Entry) Closing: Continuous Are you a strong payroll and bookkeeping professional looking to work for a growing municipality? Has your ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment allowed you to excel? Do you have a calm demeanor that makes you a positive member of a dynamic team? The Finance Department is seeking a highly motivated person with experience in payroll administration support and system implementation to join our team. This position will contribute to the Accounting & Audit division and the City by supporting payroll efforts, providing experience in reporting to government organizations at the Federal and State levels, interpreting policies and Memoranda of Understanding, reconciling subsidiary ledger accounts to the General Ledger, providing support with the automated financial systems and more. 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. 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. Downtown Maintenance Assistant (Part-Time) Closing Date: Continuous Do you love keeping busy outdoors? Are you handy? Would you enjoy working early mornings? We have just the position for you in the Public Works Department. Equipment Service Assistant (Part-Time) Closing: Continuous Are you passionate about automobile, street construction and maintenance equipment? Do you understand the functions of automobile parts, garage supplies and tools? Can you inspect, diagnose, service and repair mechanical malfunctions? Our Public Works Operations Division is looking for an individual to assist our Fleet Team on a temporary, part-time basis. Facility Attendant (Part-Time) Closing: Continuous Do you love serving your community? Do you have phenomenal customer service skills? Do you enjoy cleaning and keeping spaces orderly? We are looking for someone like you to join our team in the Recreation Division. Facilities Maintenance Assistant (Part-Time) Closing: Continuous Do you love being on your feet and keeping busy? Enjoy repairing and cleaning? Do you have a passion for serving your community? We need extra help with maintaining facilities this summer. The position is a temporary extra-help position that will work in the Facilities Division of Public Works. Parks Maintenance & Operations Technical Associate (Part-Time) Closing: Continuous Are you looking for a chance to grow your career in geospatial and computerized maintenance management software systems? If you are a technical person interested in obtaining real work experience while exploring your interest and developing skills and competencies, this job is for you! We are seeking a highly-motivated and organized Parks Maintenance & Operations Technical Associate ("Parks M&O Associate"). 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. Public Works Engineering Intern (Part-Time) Closing: Continuous This internship will provide technical assistance to professional and paraprofessional staff which generally includes, but is not limited to beginning-level engineering work in both office and field settings, drawing production for maintenance projects, drawing reproduction and scanning for data collection and archival purposes, as well as assist in day-to-day Division or Department business operations. It is intended that this position is staffed either full during the summer or part time during the school year and full time during the summer. 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.
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