GPAC Quick Hits Newsletter

This newsletter is intended to provide the General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) periodic updates on the General Plan Update process, upcoming meetings, and activities. It is also a way for GPAC Members and Planning Staff to share articles and ideas on topics of interest and trends related to community planning.

See below for special announcements on the City's COVID-19 protocols and special GPAC Activities during the shelter-in-place orders.

* Shared articles are for informational purposes only and do not constitute City of Napa or GPAC endorsement of any particular topic.

GPAC Meeting Recap

The General Plan Advisory Committee held a Workshop on Monday, October 5 to provide comments on the draft General Plan Framework. Using the online tool Miro, the GPAC provided comments on a "sticky note" exercise which are posted on the Napa2040 website and available below. Full meeting notes will be available soon!

GPAC Workshop Boards (PDF)

What's Next for GPAC?

Save the Date(s)!

November 9 and December 7

GPAC Member Content

GPAC Member Patrick Band shares this case study from Change Lab Solutions regarding Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) as we gear up for review of the Transportation Element Framework.

How Measuring VMT Can Promote Health Equity
Case Studies and Lessons Learned from Early Adopters of VMT

City Offices Closed - Staff Still At Work

All public counters in Napa City offices are closed to the public, and open only on a by-appointment basis. By modifying services, using social distancing and offering assistance and service over the phone, we can do our part to minimize COVID-19 exposure to City staff and the public. You can continue to communicate with Planning Staff by calling 707-257-9530 to schedule a phone appointment. Stay up to date on COVID-19 protocols:

City of Napa Alerts

Napa County Public Health COVID-19 Information

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