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November 24, 2021
Hello,
This past weekend we had the privilege of welcoming another class of graduates from our Citizens Academy program to more than 100 alumni members. As the classes before them, these residents dedicated an evening a week for eight weeks to learn about how the City operates. They celebrated their graduation last Saturday, building bird boxes at Veterans Memorial Park to leave a legacy of their dedication to our community (see photo collage below). Thank you to the participants and the staff who contribute to keeping our Academy successful. We hope to offer another session in 2022; stay tuned for more information.
Thank you, each of you, for reading these updates and staying engaged in the community. This time of year, things begin to get busy with the long holiday preparation “to-do” lists, visits with loved ones, and more. Below, I’ve included:
- Some of the upcoming events.
- Opportunities for you to get involved.
- Tips from our Public Safety teams to help keep you safe this holiday weekend.
- A special message from the Kiwanis of American Canyon about the recent food donation drive success.
Have a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving, American Canyon,
Jason B. Holley
City Manager
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 Application Period Closes on Sunday!
The application period is now open to fill upcoming vacancies on board and committee seats to represent American Canyon on the Open Space Advisory Committee (OSAC), Napa County Mosquito Abatement District Board, and the Napa Valley Transportation Authority Citizen’s Advisory Committee. Applications are due on November 28, 2021, at 5 PM. More information is available here.
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Fats Oils and Grease Don't Belong in the Drain!
The holiday season is upon us! We know you are excited to cook your special meals and have your family together again. However, please remember that Fats, Oils, and Greases (FOG) are things that should NOT go down the drain this holiday season! Below are some simple things you can do to keep FOG from plugging up the pipes in your home and keep our waterways clean!
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Public Safety Tips for Thanksgiving Travel
Here are some tips from the American Canyon Police Department to remember if you are leaving for Thanksgiving break:
 Double check that all doors and windows are locked and curtains drawn before you leave
Set your security alarm, light timers, and check to make sure your outdoor lights work
If you are leaving your vehicle at home over break, make sure you remove all items of value and lock the vehicle
Ask a friend, trusted neighbor, or family member to keep an eye on your home while you are away
Store and secure any loose items that may be in the yard: bikes, scooters, ladders, etc.
If you return home and discover forced entry into your home, go to the nearest safe place and contact police immediately
The American Canyon Fire Protection District also has some travel tips (below), and a great video about Kitchen Safety - check it out here!
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Thanksgiving Week Means Magic of the Season is Just Around the Corner!
We hope you will join us for a magical night of fun at on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at Shenandoah Park (100 Sonoma Creek Way). The event will kick off at 6 p.m. with a holiday-lighted parade and conclude with a surprise special guest. Additionally, attendees will enjoy a holiday tree lighting, a movie on the court, giant 90 ft slide, 30-person swing, trackless train ride, live reindeer, and photo opportunities with holiday characters. Parties interested in participating in the parade must submit the Holiday Lighted Parade Entry Form at HERE.
In partnership with the American Canyon Chamber of Commerce and encouraging shopping locally this holiday season, this year’s event will feature a holiday marketplace consisting of local nonprofits and businesses. The Chamber encourages local nonprofits with limited budgets to participate. It is offering scholarships to nonprofits that need help paying for the entry fee to make it easier. American Canyon nonprofits or businesses interested in participating may contact the Chamber of Commerce at AmCanChamber.Org or (707) 552-3650.
We encourage attendees to dress in warm clothes and bring chairs to enjoy the parade and movie on the court. RSVP via the City of American Canyon Parks and Recreation Facebook to stay updated on the event.
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Make a Difference
Visit the CanDo Give!Guide website to learn more about local non-profits doing good in our community & consider making a donation.
Every donation makes a difference!
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A Special Message from Kiwanis of American Canyon
Thank you, American Canyon!
Our annual community food drive on November 13th was amazing! Our schools brought in 8,000 lbs of food. Napa Junction Elementary School won this year's trophy for the most food donated! The Scouting for Food drive on Saturday (November 13th) brought in an additional 5,000 lbs of food. 13,000 lbs of food become 800 bags of groceries distributed at the twice-monthly Kiwanis/American Canyon Emergency Food Pantry distributions to people in need in our community. Wow!
Kiwanis wants to thank all who participated, from donating food to lifting, sorting, and shelving food at the pantry. We had help from many parts of the community, from individuals to organizations (Kiwanis, Soroptimist, Lions, Boy Scouts), and we appreciated their hard work on Saturday. It does take a village, and American Canyon steps up!
Have more food to donate or want to volunteer with the food distributions? Call or text Nance Matson, (510) 333-3614. Checks in support of the pantry can be mailed to Kiwanis at P.O. Box 10153, American Canyon, CA 94503.
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 Napa Junction Elementary School Won 1st Place for the Most Food Donations.
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 Fully Stocked American Canyon Emergency (ACE) Food Pantry Shelves
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10 Days to Go!
