Hello!
I just returned home from attending the
League of California Cities Annual Conference in Long Beach, CA. I spent the last three days learning about the latest best practices in local government from my friends and peers from other California cities. Mayor Leon Garcia, Vice-Mayor Ken Leary, and Councilmember MariamAboudamous joined me and we are bringing many new ideas back home to share.
I am also excited to share that our
Police Chief, Oscar Ortiz, will be returning to American Canyon next week from the
FBI National Academy
. This week, Chief Ortiz, and his peers from the 273
rd
session of the Academy celebrated their graduation. The 10-week program is a professional course of study for law enforcement managers from around the world. The Academy is invitation only and participants are nominated by their agency heads because of demonstrated leadership qualities. The National Academy raises law enforcement standards, knowledge, and cooperation worldwide. Each session of officers take undergraduate and/or graduate courses at the FBI campus in Quantico, Virginia. Officers participate in a wide range of leadership and specialized training, where they share ideas, techniques, and experiences with each other, creating lifelong partnerships that transcend state and national borders. I’d like to congratulate Chief Ortiz on this major accomplishment and I’m sure you will join me in welcoming him home.
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Jason B. Holley, City Manager
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Construction Updates
Did you see the large crane this week on the corner of Napa Junction Road and Highway 29? Work continues on the
new retail building that will include a Verizon store and Redwood Credit Union. The
installations of a new sidewalk and bike lanes on Donaldson Way between Highway 29 and James Road will begin next week. The marking of the underground utilities can be seen on the streets in this area for preparation of this work. Also, expect to see
pavement work begin in October on Patricia Drive, Capra Drive, Ascot Court, Bedford Lane, Brookshire Way, Chaucer Court, Kent Way, Kingsly Lane, Knightsbridge Court, and Knightsbridge Way (Danrose to Banbury).
Streets are selected for surface improvements based on a combination of the Pavement Condition Index (PCI) and any underground utility work needed in the area.
You can get the latest update on these projects and other construction activity in American Canyon every Friday
on our website.
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Free Carseat Installation and Inspection Event
2:30 - 4:30 PM
Walmart, 7011 Main St.
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Neighbors Helping Neighbors
The Napa County Board of Supervisors will mark the one-year anniversary of the 2017 wildfires by recognizing the efforts of neighbors helping neighbors in the last year. The public is invited to nominate a neighbor and share information about the kind and caring acts of Napa County Neighbors. A panel consisting of local media and community members will review the submissions and make selections for the inaugural “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” recognition program. The Board of Supervisors will recognize these community members at their October 9th meeting. Nominations are due by Friday, September 21st and can be emailed to
ceo@countyofnapa.org.
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National Drive Electric Week
Sunday, September 16th, 1-4 PM
Napa Valley College
2277 Napa Vallejo Hwy
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First Time Homebuyer Workshop
Monday, September 17th at 6:30 PM
Council Chambers at City Hall
4381 Broadway Street
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Community Calendar
Monday, September 24th
6:15 PM
Napa River Bay Trail
(2 Eucalyptus Drive)
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Clean Sweep Month
Did you know you can take e-waste, fluorescent bulbs, and batteries to
Recology’s collection facility at 2021 Broadway in Vallejo for FREE, every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 8 AM – 4 PM, all year long? Recology also provides this great resource
"What Bin?". Just type in the search bar the item you want to dispose of, and they'll tell you where it goes. Not only is Clean Sweep Month a great time to take advantage of the
free resources available in the month of September, but it is also a great opportunity to learn how to get rid of all things, all the time!
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Recreational Opportunities
Dance (Ages 5+) - Resident & non-resident registration is open
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Movies in the Park
Join us for an outdoor showing of
Black Panther (PG-13) on Saturday, September 22nd! The movie will start at dusk at Community Park II (20 Benton Way). Arrive early to reserve your spot!
Don't forget to bring folding chairs, sleeping bags, or blankets to stay comfortable during the movie!
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Click on Activity Guide pictured above to view fall activities.
Click here
to register for activities online.
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