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August 27, 2021
Hello,
Did you know that customers who sign up for the Water Portal are automatically entered into a weekly raffle? We randomly select two winners each week to receive a $25 credit on their bill. The Portal provides a real-time peek into how much water you are consuming at your property. Upon signing up, one customer found a massive leak in the irrigation system that had just started a few days before. This insight saved hundreds of gallons of water from being wasted and an unexpected sizeable monthly bill! Another customer shared that they could show their family the difference that can be made by taking simple steps, like turning the water off when you are brushing your teeth and reducing showers to 5 minutes.
Here in the City, we use the Water Portal tool to keep an eye on our own water use. We also continue to work behind the scenes on our long-term water supply opportunities. In 2017, the City of American Canyon partnered with the Sites Reservoir Project, an environmentally beneficial, off-river reservoir that will capture excess water from significant storms and save it for drier periods. This project will help California’s farms, businesses, and cities supply reliable water when other sources are low. Check out this video to learn Why We Need Sites Reservoir:
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We received information this week from our partners at On the Move regarding the availability of rental assistance for anyone experiencing financial hardship due to the pandemic. All American Canyon renters are encouraged to apply. More information is available here. Residents can call On the Move at (707) 277-2721 or email efa@onthemovebayarea.org for an appointment.
Below you will find a response to recent questions from community members related to homelessness. We also are excited to announce the opening of registration for a Citizen’s Academy session this fall. The program information and how to apply is all detailed below.
As ordered by the President of the United States, all US Flags at our facilities will remain at half-staff through sunset on Monday, August 30, 2021, in honor of the victims of the attack in Kabul, Afghanistan. We hold all servicemembers, their families, loved ones, and all affected by this tragedy in our hearts.
Sincerely,
Jason Holley
City Manager
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August 24, 2021, Napa Valley Register
American Canyon Football Preview: New stars emerging for young Wolves
August 22, 2021, Napa Valley Register
Airport commission, American Canyon at odds over Oat Hill condos
August 22, 2021, Napa Valley Register
Napa public schools enter new year with lower enrollment
August 21, 2021, Napa Valley Register
2020-21 Napa County Boys Soccer Superlatives
August 21, 2021, Napa Valley Register
American Canyon decides food truck won't blight Highway 29
August 20, 2021, Napa Valley Register
Napa County jobless rate dips in July
August 20, 2021, Napa Valley Register
Biz buzz: American Canyon Walmart remodel complete
August 20, 2021, Napa Valley Register
Napa Valley Notes and Quotes: Area players on All YSN Basketball teams
August 17, 2021, Napa Valley Register
Fire breaks out in American Canyon mobile home; no injuries reported
August 17, 2021, Napa Valley Register
Napa County woman, sons, turned love of sewing into growing upholstery business
August 17, 2021, The Guardian
This town is the first in America to ban new gas stations – is the tide turning?
August 14, 2021, Napa Valley Register
Napa County recycled water used at record levels amid drought
August 12, 2021, Napa Valley Register
Census shows slow Napa County growth rate
August 10, 2021, Patch.com
American Canyon Opts Into 100% Renewable Energy For Facilities
August 6, 2021, Napa Valley Register
Coca-Cola says it will close American Canyon plant
August 5, 2021, Napa Valley Register
Napa County requires mask-wearing in indoor public spaces starting Friday, as COVID-19 cases mount
August 3, 2021, Napa Valley Register
American Canyon plots the future look of Highway 29
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Open Space Advisory Committee
September 1, 2021, 6:30 PM
Agenda
Napa Valley Tourism Business Improvement District
September 2, 2021, 9:30 AM
Agenda
Joint City Council/Fire Protection District Board
September 7, 2021, 6:30 PM
Agenda will be available 72 hours prior to meeting
Parks and Community Services Commission
September 9, 2021, 6:30 PM
Agenda will be available 72 hours prior to meeting
Special Joint City Council/Parks and Community Services
September 14, 2021, 6:30 PM
Agenda will be available 72 hours prior to meeting
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COVID-19 case rates are now 55 times higher in unvaccinated vs. vaccinated people. If you have been waiting to get your vaccine, IT'S TIME. Click here for a list of free vaccine clinics in your area. |
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Registration Open for Fall 2021 Session of Citizens Academy
In 2015 the City of American Canyon created the Citizens Academy, with a mission to help develop future community leaders and build a better community by creating well-informed and engaged residents. Since then, more than 100 citizens have graduated from our Academy. The more residents understand how city government works, the more our community dialogue about issues will be meaningful and productive.
We are pleased to announce our upcoming Fall 2021 Citizens Academy. The Fall 2021 Academy will take place one weekday evening for eight weeks. This session will be limited to 15 participants, ages 18+. Participation in all sessions is highly encouraged. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and face coverings will be required.
Each week will cover a different department within the City and provide participants an understanding of critical roles and functions in the city and how they interact to form a strong and effective government. Classes will be held on Wednesdays, beginning September 29, 2021, through November 17, 2021, from 7-8:30 PM. The session may also include a Saturday morning tour of facilities, tentatively scheduled for October 9th, 9 AM - 12 PM. The session will conclude with a community service project designed and carried out by the participants.
Registration is open through 5 PM on September 15, 2021. If more than 15 applications are received, eligible participants will be randomly selected. Applicants will receive notification of their acceptance status early in the week of September 19th. Direct questions to Jen Kansanback, (707) 647-5355.
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Fall Swim Team Registration Now Open for Ages 4-18
The AHI Swim Team’s Fall Program provides coached swimming in a non-competitive format for swimmers to progress their swimming techniques and maintain fitness. Emphasis will be on improving stroke techniques, starts & turns, and mild/moderate conditioning. Visit https://ahi.swimtopia.com/ for all the details and to sign up.
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https://www.baaqmd.gov/alertstatus
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Construction Updates
Next week, the community can expect to see various construction areas in town, including night work on Highway 29 at Donaldson Way, utility work in the Rancho Del Mar, Cookie Hill, and Vintage Ranch neighborhoods. Check our construction updates page for the details and other projects that could impact your travels.
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Community Q & A: Homeless Encampments
Recently, we received some questions about homeless encampments within American Canyon. For equity purposes, the streets and public areas within the city should be readily accessible and available to our residents and the public at large. Camping on public property without proper sanitary measures adversely affects the City's public health, safety, and welfare. It interferes with the intended use and enjoyment of public property. For these reasons, the City adopted an ordinance banning camping on public property in 2015.
Our Public Works, Maintenance and Utilities, and Police Department staff work together to navigate the delicate balance in addressing these conditions. There are resources available to help individuals who are experiencing homelessness in our community. If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness and in need of services, please call Abode Services at (707) 271-7818. Additionally, our American Canyon Police Department's officers take the first step to connect individuals attempting to living in places not meant for human habitation to the services they need. The City does not clear any encampment area before officers make this initial contact. Additionally, signage is posted at the site to alert of the timeframe for clean-up to occur. Recently, our team went through this process at Veteran's Park and cleaned up the area depicted in the image below.
Our goal is to connect people to the critical resources they need to live in a safe and secure manner. If you notice an encampment on public property, please let us know by calling (707) 647-4550. As always, your eyes out in the community are invaluable in keeping American Canyon a great place to live, work, and play for everyone.
Photo credit: Christina Hall, Veterans Park Encampment
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Free Bulky Curbside Pickup in September
September is a great month to get organized while ridding your household of things that you no longer need. If you are a Recology American Canyon customer, you can schedule one extra bulky curbside pickup this month. This offer is valid from September 1 through September 30, 2021. No coupon is necessary.
Recology customers may simply call (707) 552-3110 to schedule a single pick-up of unwanted bulky items that are too large to fit in the trash container (2 cubic yards max - equivalent to ten 32-gallon plastic bags). Acceptable items include large appliances, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, sofas, tables, and mattresses. ITEMS NOT ACCEPTED ARE hazardous and toxic waste (pesticides, propane tanks, etc.), tires, and treated wood. Year-round residential disposal options are available here.
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Seeking Donations
ACTS is collecting snack-type donations for our US troops deployed to Afghanistan and for our U.S. Air Force Flight crews conducting humanitarian efforts in Afghanistan.
Items such as:
*High protein snacks
*Breakfast/cereal bars
*Beef jerky
*Nuts / trail mix / sunflower seeds
*Drink mix
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To donate, or if you have questions, please contact Sindy Biederman at acts511@comcast.net or (707) 319-7677. |
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Napa County Veterans Survey
The Napa County Veterans Commission is conducting a survey to develop its Strategic Plan. Opinions, especially those of Veterans, their families, services providers, and other Community and Faith-Based Organizations serving this population are vital to ensuring that the Veterans Commission makes and influences decisions that provide the greatest impact. The survey will be available until 5:00 PM on September 7, 2021. Paper copies of the survey are available by request from the Veterans Service Office, located at 650 Imperial Way, Ste 101 (2nd Floor) Napa, CA 94559. If you have any questions, please send them via email to the Napa County Veterans Services Office at vets@napavets.com. Click here to take the survey now.
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AmCan Advocacy Meet-Up
We’re excited to announce the formation of the AmCan Advocacy Meet-Up, a group of bike advocates and enthusiasts in American Canyon passionate about getting more people out on bikes and fighting for safer and more accessible biking in town.
Our first meetings will be via Zoom, but we hope that we’ll be able to meet in person in the coming months and get together for rides and make our voices heard at City Council and with local decision-makers.
For more information or to sign up for the AmCan Advocacy Meet-Up, please email info@napabike.org.
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Want to Help Improve Napa County,
From the Safety of Your Couch?
Join the Active Transportation Committee to help improve bike and pedestrian options in the Napa Valley (https://www.nvta.ca.gov/atac).
Join the Paratransit Coordinating Council to improve transportation access for low-income and special needs community members (https://www.nvta.ca.gov/pcc).
Join the Citizens Advisory Committee to help fix countywide transportation issues and update our transportation infrastructure (https://www.nvta.ca.gov/cac).
Join the Independent Taxpayer Oversight Committee to help oversee how we spend our transportation retail and use tax revenues (https://www.nvta.ca.gov/ITOC).
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Opportunities to Serve on Advisory Committees, Commissions, and Boards
The Napa County Board of Supervisors recognizes the valuable untapped resources that exist in the community and appreciate public participation and input in the operation of the County Government.
Do you want to provide direct information to the Napa County Board of Supervisors and other County leaders?
Put your knowledge, energy, and passion into working for your community. Current vacancies exist on the following: Advisory Board on Alcohol and Drug Programs, Airport Advisory Commission, Child Care and Development Planning Council, Commission on Aging, Deferred Compensation Board of Control, Employee Relations Panel, Housing Commission, Housing Element Advisory Committee, In-Home Supportive Services Advisory Committee, Local Food Advisory Council, Resource Conservation District Board of Directors, Veterans Remains Officer, and Napa Solano Area Agency on Aging Oversight Board.
Find all the details about these vacancies and how to apply at https://www.countyofnapa.org/1420/Committees-Commissions.
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