Legionella: What You Need to Know

As it relates to the recent occurrence of Legionnaire’s disease in Napa, we understand there may be some concerns about the safety of your drinking water provided by the City of Napa. 

Legionella grows in stagnant water that has no disinfection.  

The tap water delivered to your home travels in buried pressurized pipes, is constantly moving and has detectable residual chlorine.  Disinfectant levels are continuously monitored at the treatment plants and are verified at locations throughout the pipe network as it travels to you, our customers. For the City of Napa, the presence of residual chlorine verifies our systems are disinfected. 

We have worked with Napa County Public Health since the onset of this outbreak to provide additional information to eliminate the City municipal water system as the potential source of the outbreak. 

View the City of Napa's Legionella FAQs here.

View more helpful links from World Health Organization, EPA and more here.  

Draft Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) Presented to Napa City Council

The City of Napa has developed a draft Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) and presented it to the City Council for feedback and comments on August 2. With this document, the City aims to identify and address local safety needs for all roadway users in Napa. City staff will incorporate the feedback received from the City Council and bring the plan back for adoption in late August or early September.

Traffic safety is a top priority for City leaders, and the LRSP establishes a framework for identifying and prioritizing strategic roadway safety enhancements in Napa. Suggested improvements focus on both pedestrian and vehicular safety measures, addressing existing concerns at signalized and unsignalized intersections, high-risk roadway segments, and more.

Read on for more about the presentation here.

City of Napa Welcomes New Deputy Public Works Director & New Planning Manager

The City of Napa is pleased to announce the hiring of Jessica Lowe as Deputy Public Works Director, effective June 27, and Ricky Caperton as Planning Manager, effective July 11.

“With the addition of Ms. Lowe and Mr. Caperton, the City is further positioned to build a healthy, thriving future for our residents,” said City Manager Steve Potter. “Both individuals bring a wealth of experience to the table, and I look forward to seeing them elevate our approach to planning and development. I have no doubt that they will be key partners in our commitment to providing a high quality of life for our community.”

Read on to learn more about Ms. Lowe and Mr. Caperton and the experience they bring to the City here. 

Composting & Recycling for Large Construction & Demolition Projects

Napans, did you know the City requires larger construction and demolition projects to separate out recyclable & compostable materials and recover at least 50% of the project debris? Napa Recycling & Waste Services (NRWS) is here to help you comply and save money!

Separate the following materials and pay LESS than the same size box for mixed “trash”: concrete, asphalt, clean wood, dirt, grape pomace, drywall, yard trimmings, carpet.

Reminder: Boxes for single-stream recycling, cardboard, paper, glass, plastic, or metals are always free!

Call or visit NRWS's website for more information: 

(707) 255-5200 
www.NapaRecycling.com

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REMINDER: City Council Candidate Filing Period Open Through August 12, 2022

Are you a resident of the City of Napa and interested in serving your community?  Two City Council positions, representing Districts 1 and 3, will be on the ballot for consideration by the voters on November 8, 2022 and the nomination filing period opened July 18th and closes at 5 p.m. August 12.   

During this time, Nomination Papers may be issued by the City Clerk to any eligible candidate during regular business hours. Individuals are considered “official” candidates upon the submission and qualification of Nomination Papers. You are eligible to run for office if you are a US Citizen, 18 years of age or older, a resident of the City of Napa for a period of 1 year immediately preceding the date of election, and live in the district you hope to represent. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact the City Clerk at 707-257-9503 or [email protected] to schedule an appointment to take out and/or file nomination papers. 

The nomination period extends to August 17 at 5 p.m. if incumbents for these positions do not file within this period.

For more information and resources visit https://www.cityofnapa.org/732/2022-Election.

Deputy Finance Director

The City of Napa is hiring a Deputy Finance Director! ?? If you're a local government professional with strong technical knowledge in municipal finance (including governmental fund accounting, auditing, budget development, payroll and billing operations), you'd be the perfect fit! In this role, you would:

- Assist in managing and directing the Finance Department (with regard to treasury, accounts payable, payroll, administration, and more!)
- Join a collaborative team who has a strong commitment to high quality service delivery
- Be a sounding board to Finance staff

APPLY TODAY

Water Plan Maintenance Mechanic

Do you have a passion for solving complex problems? Are you eager to use your plant maintenance experience to serve your community? Has your collaborative work style allowed you to make positive impacts on your team? The City of Napa is looking for YOU to fulfill our full-time Water Plant Maintenance Mechanic position!

In this position, you would report to the Water Plant Maintenance Superintendent and perform routine preventive & corrective maintenance on a variety of equipment within the treatment plant, pump stations, and more.

APPLY NOW 

Custodial Assistants

The City of Napa is hiring Custodial Assistants! We are looking for hardworking individuals to join a dedicated team of stewards who maintain City of Napa facilities. In this role, you would:

- Work in the Facilities Division of Public Works.
- Identify and improve conditions that affect personal and public safety.
- Craft and implement service practices that meet both customer and City needs.


Think you're a perfect fit? APPLY TODAY!

Annual Drinking Water Quality Report Now Online

City of Napa's Tap Water Meets All Stringent US EPA and State Health Standards in 2021

The City of Napa tap water met all stringent U.S. EPA and State health standards in 2021. English and Spanish versions of the annual Drinking Water Quality Report are posted online in the Water Quality section at www.cityofnapa.org/water. A message on recent water bills alerted customers of the report’s direct web address. Along with summarizing regulated substances, the report describes our source waters, the importance of protecting our watersheds, and water conservation tips relevant to the current drought. For ongoing monthly test results and more details about the regulatory standards that ensure public health, visit our Sampling & Testing page at www.cityofnapa.org/water.
 
Printed copies of this Drinking Water Quality Report will be mailed upon request by calling 707-257-9521. Printed copies may also be picked up at the Utilities Department, 1700 Second Street, Suite 100, or at the Finance-Collection windows in City Hall, 955 School Street.

The City continues to primarily use the electronic distribution method for this report, saving resources and ratepayer funds while still communicating to customers about the health and safety of their tap water.

Microbusiness COVID-19 Relief Grant

Are you a Napa County small business owner that has been severely impacted by the pandemic? Applications are now open for a Napa Microbusiness COVID-19 Relief Grant! 

You may be eligible for this $2,500 grant if your small business: 

- Is based in Napa County
- Opened on or before 12/31/19
- Revenue of $50,000 or less in gross revenues in the 2019 taxable year
- Has zero to 5 employees

Applications will be accepted July 11 - Aug. 15

Learn more at solanonapasbdc.org

City Clerk Announces New Board Openings!

Want to make a difference in your community? Do you have expertise you could share?

The City Clerk is accepting applications from Napa Residents for a total of twenty- one(21) openings:
- three to serve on the Bicycle and Trails Advisory Commission;
- two to serve on the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals;
- two to serve on the Community Development Block Grant Advisory Committee,
- two to serve on the Disability Access Board of Appeals;
- two to serve on the Housing Authority Board; 
- four to serve on Parks, Recreation and Trees Advisory Commission;
- four to serve on the Senior Advisory Commission;
- one to serve on the Napa County Mosquito Abatement District Board;
- and one to serve on the Napa Valley Transportation Authority Citizen Advisory Committee. 

Please submit your application by 5:00 p.m. Friday, August 26, 2022. 

Learn more about each opening and how to apply here!

How to Pay Your Water Bill 

Need to pay your water bill? Please visit CityofNapa.org/WaterBill to learn about the different ways to pay. 

Want to pay online? Read our simple instructions about how to set up an account and pay your bill online at www.CityofNapa.org/WaterBill.

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