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September 1, 2023
Hello,
School is back in session, and American Canyon is back in full swing! Our second playground upgrade this year is complete. Check out Parks and Recreation Director Allie Ikeda enjoying the new amenities at Via Bellagio Park. Up next: Lynnwood Park in October 2023.
Wanna stay up-to-date on projects around town? Staying informed has never been simpler - join the more 4,600 residents who have already signed up for important notices. Click this link for City construction projects. Click this link to hear about new development projects.
Do you have questions/comments/concerns about City business? If so, the City Council wants to hear from you. Instead of just complaining on Nextdoor, click here to become informed and offer your opinions.
We all have a shared responsibility to keep our community spaces clean and beautified - this includes pet owners too. Check out "The Scoop on Poop," from the Napa Countywide Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program, for more details, but as a quick reference:
- Health and Hygiene: Pet waste can carry harmful bacteria and parasites that pose risks to humans and other animals (much different from that of wildlife and livestock). Proper disposal minimizes the spread of diseases.
- Clean and Welcoming Spaces: Nobody wants to step into a surprise left behind by a pet. By picking up after your furry friend, you help maintain the beauty and cleanliness of our shared areas.
- Protecting Wildlife: Leftover pet waste can negatively impact local wildlife and water bodies. Responsible waste disposal helps preserve our ecosystem.
The City provides fully stocked "mutt-mitt" bag stations throughout town for convenience. Please do your part in keeping our community the best place to live, work, and play.
For more opportunities to play in American Canyon, check out the community calendar. Experience upcoming events from ‘Live Music Friday Nights’ to ‘Movies Under the Stars.’
Below, I've also included the application for the upcoming American Canyon Citizens Academy session, the details about your opportunities to get rid of any unwanted items through Clean Sweep Month all September long, and more.
Happy Labor Day weekend—I’m grateful for our team of City staff who constantly seek to improve the quality of life in American Canyon and for all who choose to do business in American Canyon! City offices and facilities will be closed on Monday in observance of the holiday.
Take Care,
Jason B. Holley
City Manager
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Via Bellagio Park Playground Opening
 Click image to watch the video!
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 Click image to watch the video
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Let’s talk trash! Over the next few months, “flip-the-lid” audits will be taking place in American Canyon. These audits are a State requirement as outlined in California's recycling law (SB 1383), which requires residents and businesses to place compostable and recyclable materials in the appropriate carts and bins.
During our inspections, we’ll check the landfill, recycling and organics carts and bins to see whether customers are placing the correct materials into them. You may see American Canyon staff in yellow safety vests conducting these “flip-the-lid” inspections in your neighborhood. If we note any contamination problems, we’ll let you know and provide educational information to make things clear.
For more information on SB 1383 and how to properly dispose trash, visit American Canyon's Organics page.
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Westbound I-80 Full Highway Closures at I-780 Labor Day Weekend
A 104-hour full highway closure of westbound I-80 is tentatively scheduled on Labor Day weekend starting on Thursday, August 31 and concluding on Tuesday, September 5, 2023. Westbound I-80 will be closed and traffic detoured beginning at the westbound I-80/I-780 interchange in Vallejo. Closures will conclude on Tuesday no later than 5 PM. Click here for more information.
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September: Preparedness Month
Plan ahead! Learn evacuation zones and routes for your residence and workplace in case of a disaster.
Get a map and plan exit routes. It’s important to have backups in case of road closures or unexpected changes in conditions.
Click here for more emergency preparedness resources.
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NVTA's V-Commute Program
Make your commute more efficient, cost-effective and environmentally-friendly! Napa Valley Transportation Authority’s V-Commute Program helps make your commute easier by offering alternative transportation options. Learn more about the V-Commute Program.
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Recology Office Closure
Recology American Canyon's office will be closed for renovations beginning August 28, 2023, with a planned reopening on September 12. During this period, customers will still be able to receive service by phone and make in-person payments using the drop box outside. Call Recology for more information at (707) 552-3110.
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NVTA's 2023 V-Commute Challenge
Napa Valley Transportation Authority is excited to inform you that the 2023 V-Commute Challenge starts Friday, September 1! We hope you'll join in this year to make this the biggest and best V-Commute Challenge yet! When you log your sustainable commutes on vcommute.org, you are eligible for up to $500 drawings!
The 2023 V-Commute Challenge runs from September 1 through October 31. Give transit a try, hop on your bike or make a new buddy by carpooling. Happy, healthy commuting in the 2023 V-Commute Challenge!
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Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training
Volunteers NEEDED! Please spread the word. The Napa Valley Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is offering free in-person training for two and a half days, over two weeks.
English Language: Sep 9th, 16th, and 17th in American Canyon
Spanish Language: Oct 28th, Nov 4th, and 5th in Napa
Click here for additional information.
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Clean Sweep Month
September is CleanSweepMonth—get organized and rid your household of things that you no longer need with Recology Vallejo-American Canyon’s FREE extra bulky curbside pickup!
The offer is valid September 1 through September 30, 2023. No coupon is necessary, and Recology customers may simply call (707) 552-3110 to schedule a single pickup of unwanted bulky items that are too large to fit in your trash container (2 cubic yards max - equivalent to ten 32-gallon plastic bags). Limit: one pickup per customer.
Learn more about Clean Sweep Month.
As American Canyon seeks to ensure that residents receive quality services, customers are encouraged to complete the Recology Vallejo-American Canyon Customer Service Satisfaction survey.
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Community Cats Classes
Want to help out your feline friends and make your neighborhood a better place? Sign up for one (or both) of our free community cat workshops:
September 16 – Stray and Feral Cat Management: learn about trap-neuter-return (TNR), a humane and effective way to help stray and feral cats.
September 23 – Fostering 101: learn all about fostering and how you can get involved. No experience necessary—all you need is a willingness to learn and a love for kittens.
Register for a class now.
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Register for Citizens Academy!
Registration for the Fall 2023 Citizens Academy is open! The Academy serves to help develop future community leaders by cultivating well-informed and engaged residents.
You won’t want to miss out on this special 8-week program, which takes place on Wednesday evenings from 7-9 PM, beginning on September 27!
Learn more and apply now. The application period closes on September 10.
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New and Improved Online Billing System
We are excited to announce our launch of a new and improved bill pay service! The new platform will feature a user-friendly portal and more features than before to view and pay bills online. You can schedule payments, set and forget them with AutoPay, and more. It’s simple, safe, and secure!
All customers who utilize the online system to view or pay their bill will have to enroll on the new platform.
If you are already signed up for AutoPay using a Credit Card or ACH, you must re-enroll for AutoPay on the new platform to avoid a lapse in your autopayments.
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American Canyon Chess Club
Fall is almost here, and the Chess Club remains! Sign up for a great opportunity to learn how to play chess while getting familiar with basic approaches, strategizing and applying forward-thinking tactics!
For more information, visit CityofAmCan.org/Recreation.
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Youth Fall Basketball Clinic
Calling all children ages 5-10 to enhance their basketball skills with us this Fall! Our goal is to help with enhancing basketball skills, tactics and gaining confidence for basketball leagues in the near future. Availability is very limited, be sure to secure your spot and view more details at CityOfAmCan.Org/Recreation.
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Adult Co-ed Softball League
Get ready to hit it out of the park this Fall! Join our Adult Co-ed Softball League for a season of friendly competition. All skill levels welcome! Grab your glove, round up your friends, and sign up now to secure your spot in the league by visiting CityOfAmCan.Org/Recreation.
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 Patriot's Day
Remembrance Ceremony
September 11, 2023
11 AM
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