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It's been a really good week for
streets and roads
in American Canyon! A good week for freeways, bridges and roads throughout California too. Last Thursday, the State Legislature voted to approve the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, also known as SB1. Over the next ten years, SB1 is expected to provide $52 billion across the state to repair and maintain existing transportation infrastructure. Yes, it does mean a tax increase at the pumps
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I know nobody likes to pay more taxes, me included
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but pedestrians, bicyclists and drivers will all benefit from safer, better maintained roads.
Your car will thank you, too, with fewer repair bills.
The program is expected to cost most drivers less than $10 per month.
So what exactly does in mean for American Canyon?
Here's an example - this year
, before the change goes into effect,
we expect to receive $419,000 in gas tax revenue
, which is not enough to maintain our current roads, let along improve them
. In
the
2018-19
fiscal year
that amount will
nearly
double. In 2018 the city will also begin to receive the voter approved Measure T money for road maintenance (Measure T is the ½ cent sales tax money currently used for the flood control project)
, bringing our annual revenues for street maintenance up to $2 million!
Both of these sources of new funding will allow us to make a huge dent
in our backlogged street maintenance and improvement program beginning in 2018. Want to know more? Attend the City Council meeting next week where we will discuss this in more detail.
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On the Agenda
The City Council will meet next week, April 18th, at 6:30 PM to consider a full agenda. First, the Council will hear presentations about services available from Fair Housing Napa Valley, Alcohol Awareness Month/Friday Night Live and will proclaim April as Arts Month. The Council will also have a chance to meet the new manager of the American Canyon Farmers' Market and hear about happenings at ACHS. The City Council will hear a presentation about the roles and responsibilities of the Local Agency Formation Commission, extend our current agreement with the County of Napa for Animal Control services, and continue their discussion from April 4th about adopting a local arts program. Finally, the Council will hear the results of our latest pavement condition study, award a contract for asphalt overlay on several streets in town, and start to discuss a longer-term pavement improvement strategy. Click here for the full agenda.
Since our Last Update
Your City Council met last on April 4th. First and foremost, the Council adopted a proclamation welcoming and supporting immigrants in our community. Be sure to pick up your "We [heart] everyone in AmCan" sign, available at all city offices. The Council also heard a presentation from Kate Miller at the Napa Valley Transportation Agency about the future of Highway 37, considered a new public art program, made several committee appointments and amended the City Manager's employment contract. Click here to watch the video of the meeting.
Future Meetings
All meetings held at 6:30 PM at City Hall unless otherwise noted. Check here a few days before the meeting for the full agenda.
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Clarke Ranch Open House
(held at Wetlands Edge as part of the Am Can by the Bay Celebration)
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Saturday, April 22nd
10 AM - 1 PM |
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Special City Council Meeting regarding Clarke Ranch and other Parks and Recreation matters
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Tuesday, April 25th |
| Planning Commission |
Thursday, April 27th |
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Annual Community Wide Yard Sale - June 2, 3 & 4
Each year the City organizes a three day Community Wide Yard Sale the first weekend in June. In 2016, 115 families hosted yard sales in town! It's a great way to clean out your closet, garage and side yard. It's also a perfect fundraising opportunity for your group or organization.
This year, the event will take place on Friday, June 2nd, Saturday, June 3rd and Sunday, June 4th.
Click here to sign up for FREE to participate 1, 2 or all 3 days and we'll do the advertising. Shoppers come from miles around for this exciting treasure hunt.
If you have any questions
email us.
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The American Canyon Fire District publishes an informative newsletter each month,
click here for the latest.
The Easter Bunny recently spent some time hanging out with Fire District and learned valuable life saving skills. Click
here
to add your own photos of visits from the Easter Bunny to the Napa Register's photo gallery.
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Immigration Town Hall Meeting
Senator Bill Dodd, Congressman Mike Thompson, and Assemblymember Cecilia Aguiar-Curry are hosting a series of immigration forums to answer questions and hear concerns about federal immigration action and immigrant rights. At the forum, immigration experts, nonprofits and local officials will be on hand to provide answers about the law, pending policies, and resources available to immigrants. The Napa County Immigration Town Hall is scheduled on Tuesday, April 18th, 6:30 - 8 PM at the Napa Valley College Performing Arts Center (2277 Napa Vallejo Hwy, Napa).
If you have questions about the event or would like to RSVP, please
email or call (707)224-1990. To reach Senator Bill Dodd visit his
website.
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Active Transportation Advisory Committee
The Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC), is an advisory committee of the Napa Valley Transportation Authority established by the NVTA Board of Director's to promote and encourage safe bicycling and walking. The committee works to further the Napa Valley goal of becoming more bicycle and pedestrian friendly along with promoting sustainable transportation alternatives. The ATAC focuses on countywide interests to reduce congestion and improve air quality by promoting non-motorized (biking and walking) transportation modes as a significant, safe and beneficial transportation options. The committee has openings for American Canyon representation. Contact
Diana Meehan for more information on how to apply.
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Water Conservation Public Service Announcement Video Contest
Napa County water conservation program representatives recently hosted the 2nd Annual Water Conservation Public Service Announcement Video Contest. The contest was open to all Napa County high school students. This year's theme was "Reimagine Your Yard - Conserving Water Outdoors." The 1st place video will play during the Century Napa Valley pre-shows for a week. Twenty eight entries were submitted and the winners are:
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Attn: Local Small Business Owners
The American Canyon Chamber of Commerce is hosting a North Bay Small Business Conference on Thursday, May 4th, 8 AM - 1 PM, at the Springhill Suites by Marriott. This conference is a great opportunity to gain powerful insight to increasing your business success.
Click
here
for more information and to register.
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Adopt Sandy
Hi. I'm Sandy and I love to play fetch. It is my favorite thing to do. I will drop the ball right at your feet in the hopes you will continue to throw it for me. I have good leash manners. I am very easy to get out of my kennel and leash up for a walk. I do enjoy going for a walk. I also like chasing lizards while out on my walks. If you are looking for a fun, energetic pal, then I'm your gal. I'd do best in a home without cats. Please come ask for Sandy!
Click here to view all adoptable pets.
In honor of National Pet ID Week, Napa Humane's veterinary clinic will provide Napa County residents with free pet microchipping services Friday, April 21 for dogs, cats, and rabbits. Click here for more information.
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American Canyon High School presents a night full of fun, food and dancing with silent auction items including: wine experiences, graduation seating, spa days and lots more on Friday, May 5th from 7 - 10 PM at the Community Center Gym located at 100 Benton Way. The proceeds will benefit of the Alpha Wolf Club supporting the intellectual curiosity of ACHS students. Click here to buy tickets.
Napa Valley Unified School District sends out a newsletter; below is a snippet from
their recent edition
. Click
here
to sign up for their newsletter.
2017-2018 School Calendar
Get a head start on planning for your summer and your 2017 holidays! The NVUSD student calendar for NEXT school year is available online, and ready for download. Some schools have slightly different calendars, and those will be posted soon. You can find them all here.
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Public Works Update - Fog Seal Project
A City Public Works contractor, InterMountain Slurry Seal, is applying a rejuvenating seal on various City streets. During this work, an oil-based sealant is applied to extend the road life. The project started this week and due to the weather (the temperature has to be just right and the roads need to be dry), the contractor is rescheduling the work for some of the streets. The remaining streets are scheduled for next week. If rain further delays the work, the contractor will update the schedule and post updated signs on the barricades on the affected streets.
Broadway, Cartagena, Donaldson from SR 29 to Shenandoah Drive, Northrup from Chaucer to the west end, Palestrina Court and Drive, Rio Del Mar, Via Bellagio, Wetlands Edge Road
Please plan ahead to reduce impacts from the planned street maintenance. Expect minor inconveniences and avoid the areas, if possible. Observe "No Parking" signs and remove your vehicles parked on the street. If your vehicle is in the driveway or garage on a street that has "No Parking" signs posted and you plan to use your vehicle during the posted work times, please move your vehicle prior to the start of work. We recommend temporarily parking on unaffected side streets. Cars parked in the "No Parking" areas will be towed. While the seal coat is applied and curing, one-way traffic control will be in place. Crossing the freshly applied sealant will not be permitted, and will result in tracking oil on to your residence/into your driveway.
Trash
pick-up service will occur as normal. If planned street maintenance occurs on the same day as your regular trash pick-up day, please place your trashcans at the curb as normal.
Should you have any questions, or a disability that may be affected by the street maintenance, please contact Public Works at (707) 647-4558. Please note rain will cause additional delays,
visit our website for the latest information.
MOST IMPORTANTLY - PAY ATTENTION TO THE DATES INDICATED ON THE BARRICADES OUT ON THE STREETS.
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Save the Date! Farmers' Market Opens Sunday, May 7th
Our Farmers' Market is under new management this year provided through an agreement with the Downtown Napa Farmers Market Corp., the manager of the Napa Farmers' Market. If you are interested in participating in the market as a vendor or a non-profit organization please click
here for more information. Stay tuned for an exciting season.
Follow the Market on Facebook for the latest updates.
Stop by and visit our friends for their Opening Day at the Napa Farmers Market tomorrow, Saturday, April 15th from 8 AM - 12:30 PM. Click
here for more information.
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Community Calendar
You can find this event, and others on the Community Calendar. Interested in adding your event to the community calendar?
Click here for more information.
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Parks & Recreation Updates
Call (707) 647-5350 for more information or to register.
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In partnership with the Parks and Recreation Department,
Chon Renee Dance Academy
from Vallejo
is offering exciting new dance classes. Chon Reneé, known as "Ms. C" by her students, has been deeply involved in performing arts for 28 years. Chon is a choreographer, professional dancer, and founder of Chon Renee Dance Academy. Chon's mission is not just to develop a skilled dancer, but to ignite passion, build character that transcends the dance floor into the real world. According to Chon, "dance lessons are life lessons."
Registration is now open, please see our
website for class schedules and details.
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Upcoming activities:
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Ages/Grades |
Activity Date/Time |
Cost |
Location |
| Canyon Kids Adventures Summer Camp |
Entering K - 5 |
Weekly sessions starting June 12th |
Residents: $80/week
Non: $120/week |
Community Center Gym* |
| Camp Take Charge for Teens |
Entering 6-8 |
Weekly sessions starting June 12th |
Residents: $80/week
Non: $120/week |
Community Center Gym* |
* Weeks 2 & 3 take place outdoors at the Wetlands.
For more information contact us at (707) 648-7275.
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The Boys and Girls Clubhouse on Benton Way is officially on the path to greatness.
Click here to learn more about the new Clubhouse.
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Photo Credits: Napa Valley Register, Boys and Girls Club of American Canyon, Mayor Leon Garcia, Johnny Ortega
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