Greetings!
Happy New Year! I can’t tell you how much I am looking forward to 2018 - I'm ready for the exciting and productive times ahead in American Canyon!
Out the windows in my office I see construction of the Valley View Senior/Veteran apartments in full swing to the west. From the other end of City Hall I can see substantial progress on the road improvements at the Napa Junction/Hwy 29 intersection. Then, of course further to the south is the landscaping changes at the PG&E substation.
Our first City Council meeting of the year starts off with a bang with the Council's consideration of a Term Sheet for the Watson Ranch Project. This important milestone outlines the next steps for the revitalization of the Napa Valley Ruins and Gardens. To learn more
see the agenda packet and consider attending the meeting this Tuesday, January 16th at 6:30 PM.
Next Wednesday,January 17th, the Chamber of Commerce will hold their monthly Business Mixer at City Hall. We look forward to hosting them and will have a special Business License station set up to provide information and to help expedite renewals.
You can also update your business license online. We also partner with the Chamber again this year to present our annual State of the City on Thursday, February 15th, be sure to mark your calendars. See the
Chamber’s website for more information about the Mixer and tickets for State of the City.
Lastly, in the past few months the businesses in the Napa Junction area have experienced an increase in vandalism with several instances of windows being damaged with apparent BB or pellet guns. Unfortunately it is difficult to catch this type of activity without being right there when it happens.
We need your help putting a stop to this.
Jason Holley
Interim City Manager
All City Offices will be closed in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day on Monday, January 15th and will re-open on Tuesday, January 16th. If you have a Police or Fire emergency call 911. For non-emergencies call (707) 253-4451. If you have a Public Works or Parks related emergency please call the answering service at (707) 995-8674.
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On the Agenda...
Since our Last Update...
Future Meetings...
Planning Commission, Thursday, January 25th, 6:30 PM at City Hall.
Check
here
a few days before the meeting for the full agenda.
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Fire District Updates
The American Canyon Fire District publishes an informative newsletter each month.
Click here to view the latest.
Community Emergency Response Team Training
Napa Valley Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a community based and community supported volunteer organization that can assist the local community in a disaster. If you are interested in becoming a CERT member, a class will be available in American Canyon beginning on January 23rd.
Click here for more information.
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Cannabis Ordinance Survey & Workshop
Proposition 64 made cannabis legal in California. Local decisions now need to be made in regards to how we permit cannabis in our community, such as:
Should residents be allowed to grow cannabis plants outdoors?
Should we allow stores to sell cannabis products?
Should we allow cultivation of cannabis plants?
Should we allow manufacturing of cannabis products?
Should we allow delivery of cannabis products?
The City of American Canyon is working with three other Napa County cities and towns to reach a consensus on how to consistently regulate cannabis county-wide. Input from our community members and businesses is vital in making these decisions.
Please participate in our online survey. We also invite you to join us at our upcoming
Cannabis Ordinance Workshop on January 22nd from 7-8:30 PM at the Senior Multi-Use Center (2185 Elliott Drive). After a brief presentation, a group of cannabis experts will be available to provide information and answer questions. This group includes:
Ben Bradley- Director of Operations, California Cannabis Industry Association
Dr. Karen Relucio- Chief Public Health Officer for Napa County
Tim Cromartie- Legislative Representative, League of California Cities
Oscar Ortiz- Police Chief, City of American Canyon
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Free Vine Transit - January 15-17
Napa Valley residents and visitors can ride Vine Transit for FREE January 15th to 17th as part of the
“Resolution to Ride” campaign, which encourages people to give public transit a try in 2018. Riders can plan their trips at
ridethevine.com or
511.org.
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Recreation Opportunities
Cane Masters Cane Self Defense Class - Register by phone (707) 647-5350
Tuesday, January 23rd | 9:15 AM | Senior Multi-Use Center (2185 Elliott Drive)
Enjoy a FREE introductory class on self defense using a cane. The American Cane System is a traditional martial art style that uses a walking cane for blocks, strikes, exercises, and self-defense, taught by certified instructors.
Learn to meal prep with Pro Athlete Chef, Aaron LeRoi who cooks for the Oakland Raiders! This is a hands-on class, with participants creating their own healthy meal to take home!
Craft & Coloring Day (Ages 18+) - Register by phone (707) 647-5350
February 2 | 12:30 PM - 2 PM | Senior Multi-Use Center (2185 Elliott Drive)
Make a Valentine's Day teacup centerpiece or enjoy some adult coloring.
Build stroke technique, endurance, and overall swimming ability with Coach Kevin Chester. Swimmers should be minimally proficient with freestyle and able to swim 2 lengths (50 yards.) Swimmers can attend as many practices a week as they desire.
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Neighborhood Watch
YOU can help keep American Canyon a great place to live, work, and play!
We hold bimonthly Citywide Neighborhood Watch meetings which include training on various topics related to crime prevention.
Our next meeting will be on January 25th, 6 - 8 PM, at American Canyon High School's Cafeteria. Free childcare will be provided.
Report all suspicious activity to the Police Department BY PHONE (707) 253-4451 or IN PERSON (911 Donaldson Way East)
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State of the City
The American Canyon Chamber of Commerce will host the annual State of the City on February 15th at the DoubleTree by Hilton. This important annual event is a great opportunity to hear about the City's accomplishments in 2017 and goals for 2018. Registration is available
here. Cost is $30 per person and breakfast is included.
The official 2018 State of the City booklets will be delivered to every home and business located within the City limits of American Canyon. The presentation will also be recorded and broadcast later on Channel 28, dates and times coming soon.
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Meet Jenna
My name is Jenna and I'm a smallish pretty girl whose almost 4. I've been here a bit longer than I thought I would be. I think it's because it's taken me some time to get used to the place. You see, I'm extremely shy, but I still want and need love and affection. Once I'm comfortable with you, I warm up. I just started sharing a double cage with another kitty, and I love to snuggle and cuddle with him. They say I would flourish in a home with a quiet couple or a single person without kids. To meet Jenna, or for more information about other cats, dogs, rabbits, and yes, even chickens, available at the shelter call (707) 253-4382 or visit
https://services.countyofnap
a.org/PetAdoption/
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