Submit Date: Dec 05, 2025
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Mailing Address (if different than Resident Address above) Length of Residence in the City of Napa:
3 Years
Length of Residence in the County of Napa:
Registered to vote in the City of Napa?
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Ethnicity *
Caucasian/Non-Hispanic
Interests & Experiences
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Planning Commission: Submitted
Darren C Graffuis
Ground Studio Landscape
Architecture
Landscape Architect, Project
Manager
Darren C Graffuis
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Question applies to Cultural Heritage Commission,Planning Commission Some Commissions and Boards require specific seats to be designated as "Design Professionals". Are you applying as a Design Professional, which is defined as, "a person who demonstrates, to the satisfaction of the City Council, that he or she has professional experience (in the fields of architectural design, landscape architecture, urban planning, building, sustainability, or a related field) that is sufficient to assist the member in the effective evaluation of applications for development projects." ? If you have marked "YES", please provide details under "Relevant Experience" in this section. You may attach your resume below.
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Question applies to Parks, Recreation and Trees Advisory Commission 3 of the 7 voting members shall be a person who demonstrates experience in one of the following identified fields: urban planning, park planning, park operations, park maintenance, recreation programming, horticulture, or arboriculture. Are you applying as one of these members? Yes No
Community Service Experience:
I've participated in several creek cleanups in my hometown, Walnut Creek, CA. I've participated in several planting days with the California Native Plant Society in San Francisco while living there.
Education:
Cornell University: Master's In Landscape Architecture (MLA), Graduated 2016 UC Santa Barbara: Bachelor of Arts Environmental Studies, minor in Urban Planning, Graduated 2007 Other relevant experience or expertise:
Additional Questions
Darren C Graffuis
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What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this board? Parks, Recreation, and Trees: It is an advisory role to the City Council regarding matters affecting parks, public and private lands, recreation and cultural activities, and also the city's urban tree canopy, protected trees, and other city programs. I believe it's a role that should look at the city holistically and analytically at current practices. Planning Commission: This is also an advisory role to the City Council regarding amendments to the General Plan and Zoning ordinances. It also is a decision-making body for CUPs and design review permits.
Have you ever attended a meeting of this board? If so, how many? No, but I have been to other towns' Planning Commission meetings What duties of this board are most interesting to you?
Parks, Recreation, and Trees: I'm passionate about the enrichment of public space, through an improved park system, urban tree canopy, and biodiversity. I would hope that this role has the opportunity to steer the city towards decisions that enhance people's lives through ecologically minded practices, building a more beautiful city, and providing equitable opportunities to safe public spaces. I'm also interested to learn more about how these decisions are made and the challenges that face our city in order to help overcome them in the future. Planning Commission: I'm invested in Napa and would like to be a part of steering it towards a more equitable, beautiful, and ecologically rich future. I'm interested in learning more about Napa's growth, the challenges it faces, and getting more involved in Napa's future.
What activities of this board are least interesting to you? N/A
What programs or projects would you like to see improved or implemented? Parks, Recreation, and Trees: I'd like to better understand the urban tree plantings and overall maintenance practices. I'd like to understand some of the drivers that affect decisions about urban trees. I think we could use better street trees in some areas and a city-wide tree plan. If one is already established, I think it could use some updating. I'd also like to see better access to parks, more park activities and better public outreach. I'd love to see a city- wide Park Master Plan with a range of programmatic and ecologically driven design.
Planning: I value much of the work that's helped transform Napa over the recent decades. I'd like to see more opportunities to enhance the identity of the city. This can be done with more attention to aesthetic cohesion, urban beautification via street trees, public space, and ecological design, access to the river, and creating more moments for historical and cultural appreciation.
How would you approach improving these project(s) or program(s)? I would bring a collaborative approach to understand current practices, attend park / public events, and get feedback from residents. I'd bring a sharp, analytical eye to all projects from my 10 years of experience as a design professional.
Are you involved in any organizations or activities that may result in a conflict of interest if you are appointed to this board? Parks: No. Planning: I work for a landscape architecture office in Napa, but we have not done any public work in the City of Napa. I could see that there may be a small number of times where I'm reviewing plans from people I know in the industry.
Darren C Graffuis
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Darren C Graffuis
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RESUME
Darren Graffuis, PLA
About
I grew up in the Bay Area and spent most of my childhood outdoors, which has had a profound impact on my interests in biodiversity and land stewardship. As a licensed Landscape Architect, Darren has worked on a range of projects from residential to institutional through all phases of design and construction.
Prior to my design experience, I worked for five years as an environmental consultant on large, former industrial manufacturing sites, working on soil and groundwater remediation systems and reporting. I draw on knowledge from a diverse background in design and environmental sciences.
Professional Experience
Landscape Architect, Project Manager, Ground Studio, Napa, CA, 2022 – Present Project Manager, Office of Cheryl Barton, San Francisco, CA, 2017-2022 Intern Staff Designer, Nelson Byrd Woltz, New York, NY, 2015 Intern, Coen + Partners, Minneapolis, MN, 2014
Intern, Burton Studio, Solano Beach, CA 2013
Environmental Scientist/Deptuy Construction Manager, Parsons, Walnut Creek, 2008-2012
Registrations
Landscape Architect, #6628, State of California, since 2020
Professional Affilliations
ASLA
Education
Cornell University, MLA, Master’s in Landscape Architecture, 2016 University of California Santa Barbara, BA, Environmental Studies, 2007
Academic Awards
Teaching Assistant of the Year Award, Cornell Univeristy, 2015 Ed Bacon Greater Philadelphia Jury Award, 2015
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Submit Date: Dec 04, 2025
First Name Middle
Initial
Last Name
Email Address
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Note: This application allows you to apply for multiple Boards, Commission and Committees; however, only one application can be submitted. Please ensure that your responses clearly address your interest, qualifications, and relevant experience for each Board, Commission or Committee you are applying to.
Mailing Address (if different than Resident Address above) Length of Residence in the City of Napa:
8 years
Length of Residence in the County of Napa:
8 years
Registered to vote in the City of Napa?
Yes No
Ethnicity *
Caucasian/Non-Hispanic
Interests & Experiences
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Planning Commission: Submitted
Kyle Larson
GMH Builders Senior Project Manager
Kyle Larson
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Question applies to Cultural Heritage Commission,Planning Commission Some Commissions and Boards require specific seats to be designated as "Design Professionals". Are you applying as a Design Professional, which is defined as, "a person who demonstrates, to the satisfaction of the City Council, that he or she has professional experience (in the fields of architectural design, landscape architecture, urban planning, building, sustainability, or a related field) that is sufficient to assist the member in the effective evaluation of applications for development projects." ? If you have marked "YES", please provide details under "Relevant Experience" in this section. You may attach your resume below.
Yes No
Question applies to Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals 3 of 5 Members MUST serve on the Disability Access Board of Appeals. Are you also applying to serve on the Disability Access Board of Appeals? Yes No
Community Service Experience:
City of Napa Board of building code and fire appeals, 2023 to present, member Education:
University of Washington: BA Architectural Studies; BS Construction Management Other relevant experience or expertise:
17 years of full time work in professional project management of general contracting construction
Additional Questions
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this board? Volunteer service to the city departments and to get involved in our community. My personality, character, and professional and personal experiences would all be applicable to the responsibilities on the board, including: understanding and comprehension of the tasks at hand, collaboration with the group to fairly represent different view-points, and critical problem-solving and decision making steps to reach desired conclusion of the task.
Kyle Larson
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Have you ever attended a meeting of this board? If so, how many? As a member of the board of appeals, I have attended all of the schedule meetings over the past two years and also the annual dinners for the other boards and commissions and have gotten to meet some of these people and understand more of what they do.
What duties of this board are most interesting to you?
The ability to provide a valued service to the community and be of a positive use for the greater good.
What activities of this board are least interesting to you? What programs or projects would you like to see improved or implemented? How would you approach improving these project(s) or program(s)? Are you involved in any organizations or activities that may result in a conflict of interest if you are appointed to this board? No.
Please list two local references and their phone numbers:
How did you learn of this vacancy?
Other
Kyle Larson
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KYLE LARSON
Napa, CA 94 558
OBJECTIVE
To serve the local Napa community that I am proud to live in and enjoy
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Project Management: Leadership, Organization, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Attention to Detail, Discipline, Focus Construction: Project Scheduling, Cost Estimating, Hosting Meetings, Plans and Specifications Review, Subcontractor Scoping and Bidding, Technical Construction Means and Methods, Safety, Marketing, Accounting
EXPERIENCE
2022-Present Project Manager, GMH Builders (Sonoma, CA) Project Management and Cost Estimating for technical commercial and large residential construction projects in Napa and Sonoma Counties 2012-2022 Project Manager, GCI General Contractors (San Francisco, CA) Project Management and Cost Estimating for commercial construction.
Most projects were commercial office tenant improvements in the San Francisco Financial District.
2008-2012 Project Engineer, Clark Construction (Los Angeles, CA) Construction Office Administration in the field at very large projects in San Francisco and Los Angeles
2005-2008 Athlete, USRowing Senior National Team (Princeton, NJ) USA National Team athlete representing the USA in World Championships
EDUCATION
2001-2006 Bachelor of Arts Architectural Studies and Bachelor of Science Construction Management, Seattle, WA, University of Washington
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Submit Date: Dec 02, 2025
First Name Middle
Initial
Last Name
Email Address
Street Address Suite or Apt
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Mailing Address (if different than Resident Address above) Length of Residence in the City of Napa:
19 years
Length of Residence in the County of Napa:
23 years
Registered to vote in the City of Napa?
Yes No
Ethnicity *
Prefer not to Answer
Interests & Experiences
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Planning Commission: Submitted
Beverly Shotwell
Self
Beverly Shotwell
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Question applies to Cultural Heritage Commission,Planning Commission Some Commissions and Boards require specific seats to be designated as "Design Professionals". Are you applying as a Design Professional, which is defined as, "a person who demonstrates, to the satisfaction of the City Council, that he or she has professional experience (in the fields of architectural design, landscape architecture, urban planning, building, sustainability, or a related field) that is sufficient to assist the member in the effective evaluation of applications for development projects." ? If you have marked "YES", please provide details under "Relevant Experience" in this section. You may attach your resume below.
Yes No
Community Service Experience:
See attached resumé
Education:
San Pedro College, CA 1987 West Los Angeles College, CA 1989 Wine & Spirit Education Trust, CA 2008 UC Davis Extension & UC Berkeley Extension, 2009 Napa Valley College, 2010
Other relevant experience or expertise:
See attached cover letter and resumé
Additional Questions
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this board? To serve the citizens of the City of Napa by providing planning guidance, critical feedback, commenting from time to time on issues and policies related to planning, land use regulation and community development. To review and vote on projects and their merits per their conformance with CEQA, the General Plan, zoning, and other development conditions of approval. To do the "heavy lifting" at times for the Council. Attending meetings with an objective point of view. Meeting with applicants to gain knowledge of their projects prior to meetings (when invited).
Have you ever attended a meeting of this board? If so, how many? Yes. More than the average bear.
Beverly Shotwell
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What duties of this board are most interesting to you?
The opportunity to work with staff, my fellow planning commissioners, property owners, developers and citizens of Napa. The opportunity to be connected to the community of Napa and to be part of the improvement and ongoing development of our city. I enjoy site visits with applicants and with staff. Reading EIR's and studying our General Plan and Housing Element is essential in being prepared for many of the items that come before the commission, and I take pride in being as prepared as possible prior to the meetings. I enjoy listening to my fellow commissioners on their points of view and I truly enjoy hearing from the public (and special interest groups) when they show up for meetings, or send in their letters prior to the meetings. It always astonishes me that more people within our community don't participate in the many hearings that make such an impact to our city (and county).
What activities of this board are least interesting to you? Cancelled meetings. Even without having official "agenda items" I believe that it would be beneficial to meet with staff and my fellow commissioners to discuss past projects and their status as well as recent developments in the city. Understanding that the City of Napa may not have the funds in the budget for extracurricular meetings.
What programs or projects would you like to see improved or implemented? Energy Efficiency seminars or workshops would be helpful to our commission to gain a better understanding of the "climate crisis" and our role as Planning Commissioners in analyzing projects. Programs or case studies on multi-modal options that might work in our city to be considered for future development. We have a railway and a river at our fingertips! Let's get creative.
How would you approach improving these project(s) or program(s)? Outreach to staff and the City Manager to see if we have funds in the budget for seminars and workshops based on the role of a Planning Commissioner.
Are you involved in any organizations or activities that may result in a conflict of interest if you are appointed to this board? No.
Please list two local references and their phone numbers:
How did you learn of this vacancy?
Other
Beverly Shotwell
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BEVERLY WILES SHOTWELL
Proud Resident, City of Napa
02 December 2025
City of Napa
955 School Street, Napa, CA 94559
Dear Mayor Sedgley and Esteemed Members of the City Council, I am writing to respectfully request reappointment to the Planning Commission.
Having served on the Commission for the past four years, I would be honored to continue contributing to the thoughtful development and long-term planning of our community.
During my tenure, I have worked diligently to evaluate projects with fairness, consistency, and attention to both regulatory requirements and community impact. I take seriously the responsibility of reviewing each project through the lens of our General Plan, Zoning Standards, and the long-term needs of our community. I have maintained a strong commitment to preparation, participation, and consistency- having only missed one meeting in four years.
It has been especially meaningful to be part of the General Plan update and the early stages of our Zoning Ordinance update. These foundational efforts will guide our city’s growth for years to come. I am very eager to be involved in the development of the former Harvest Middle School site that the City of Napa has recently acquired. That particular area of Napa is on the cusp of a true renaissance.
In the last four years, I have participated in the review and approval of several notable projects, including, HHS Housing Development, Vintage Farm Subdivision, Edenbridge Subdivision on Browns Valley Road, Harvest Village II, Le Petit Elephant Day Care, First Street Napa Phase II, and the Oxbow Hotel. Each of these projects required careful consideration of land-use compatibility, community benefit, design, and long- term planning objectives-responsibilities I approach with diligence and fairness. I pride myself on site visits with the applicants, and communication with staff in advance of the meetings.
As we continue navigating issues such as housing needs, sustainable development and economic growth, I am committed to supporting thoughtful, balanced decisions that reflect our shared values and goals.
I recognize that the role of a planning commissioner has evolved significantly. State Senate and Assembly bills have greatly impacted local land-use authority, requiring commissioners to stay informed and adapt quickly. I take pride in keeping up with these changes and understanding how the new laws shape our ability to make the types of decisions we feel are in the best interest of our community. Additionally, the frequency of appeals from community members has introduced new challenges.
Despite these shifts, I remain committed to transparency, professionalism, and collaborative efforts to maintain trust in our process.
As we continue to address issues such as housing, economic vitality, climate impact, and the preservation of community character, I believe my experience and steady approach will continue to be valuable to the Commission’s work. I would be absolutely delighted and honored to serve another term.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Respectfully, Beverly
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BEVERLY WILES SHOTWELL
EXPERIENCE
Planning Commissioner, City of Napa, 2022-Present
Chair 2024-Present
Marketing/Special Events/Booking Agent, The Fink – 2024-Present
Business Manager, Colgin Cellars, St. Helena, CA – 1997-2024
Citizens Academy Graduate, City of Napa – 2017
City of Napa, Cultural Heritage Commissioner – 2014-2020
Housing Element Advisory Board, City of Napa – 2013-2015
TRAINING
Planning Commissioners Academy. League of California Cities – March 2025
American Planning Association California Conference – September 2024
Guide to California Planning (3
rd Edition and 5th Edition)
Planning Commissioners Academy, League of California Cities – March 2022
2040 General Plan Draft & Update, Participant
California Preservation Conference “Deep Roots in Dynamic Times” California Preservation Foundation - 2018
Accessibility in Existing Buildings, Summarizing the History of Disability Laws in US & CA, California Preservation Foundation – 2018
Napa Historic Preservation Workshop, Office of Historic Preservation – 2016
NAPC CEQA Training - 2015
NAPC Commission Camp Training, NV College – 2015
Energy Efficiency & Historic Preservation, CA Preservation Foundation – 2014
Environmental Impact Reports, My favorite reading materials!
COMMUNITY INVOLVMENT
Amplifi Napa Valley, Program Council 2022-Present, Board of Directors 2022-2024
Napa Valley Endowment for the Performing Arts, Board of Trustees 2021-2023
Napa Valley Opera House, Board of Trustees – 2017-2021
City of Napa Ambassador – 2006-Present
Save the SF Bay, Volunteer
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Submit Date: Oct 02, 2025
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Mailing Address (if different than Resident Address above) Length of Residence in the City of Napa:
26 years
Length of Residence in the County of Napa:
28 years
Registered to vote in the City of Napa?
Yes No
Ethnicity *
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Interests & Experiences
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Planning Commission: Submitted
Alexander Myers
Myers, Jameson & Myers, LLP Attorney
Alexander Myers
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Question applies to Cultural Heritage Commission,Planning Commission Some Commissions and Boards require specific seats to be designated as "Design Professionals". Are you applying as a Design Professional, which is defined as, "a person who demonstrates, to the satisfaction of the City Council, that he or she has professional experience (in the fields of architectural design, landscape architecture, urban planning, building, sustainability, or a related field) that is sufficient to assist the member in the effective evaluation of applications for development projects." ? If you have marked "YES", please provide details under "Relevant Experience" in this section. You may attach your resume below.
Yes No
Community Service Experience:
Current Member, Napa Sunrise Rotary (Fmr. board mbr, committee chair) Fmr.
Commissioner, City of Napa Planning Commission Fmr. Commissioner, Napa County Housing Commission Fmr. Member, City of Napa CDBG Block Grant Committee Fmr Board Member, Napa Valley Community Housing Fmr. Member, NVUSD 7-11 Land Use Advisory Committee Fmr. Board Member, Napa County Bar Ass'n Fmr Board Member, Napa Valley Wine Library Association
Education:
M.S., Real Estate - University of San Diego J.D. - University of San Diego B.A., Political Science - University of Southern California CA Real Estate Broker License LEED Green Associate
Other relevant experience or expertise:
As a practicing real estate and land use attorney in Napa County, I work within planning and land use decision making and considerations on a nearly-daily basis, and enjoy the experience of helping to curate the growth and future of our community. I am also a small business owner with a vested interest in the future of the City, its economic vitality and its support of local residents. I take great pride in active participation in the community, in volunteering and dedicating time to its betterment, and enjoying the fruits of that labor as a resident here. I had stepped back from as much civic engagement as I once participated in around 2019 when our family was still growing and developing, but am eager to re-engage in these activities.
Additional Questions
Alexander Myers
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What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this board? The current planning commission has an exceptional breadth and diversity of experience, making it one of the most balanced commissions I have seen, and I am proud to be a unique voice within the Commission. As the commissioner with the most years of service experience, and the only commissioner with a legal background, I provide an analytical approach that differs from the design, building, and planning backgrounds of my fellow commissioners and which has been an important contribution to the commission in its proceedings and decision making, particularly in the 2025 calendar. Combined with my institutional memory of commission meetings dating back to the beginning of 2017, I believe my contributions and role within the commission are a substantial value which I wish to continue to provide. In my recent and prior years on the Planning Commission (2017, 2018, 2019), I developed a deep understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the Planning Commission. I hvae learend that it is important to exercise careful, considered discretion in review of applications, public comment, informational and advisory meetings, and opinining on prospective legislative changes. In doing so, it is also critical to express my own independent voice on the Commission, while understanding that the Commission is in many respects a proxy of the City Council, and taking care to observe my understanding of the policy objectives of the City Council, and the best interests of our City residents in voting and making decisions as a Commissioner.
Have you ever attended a meeting of this board? If so, how many? Approx. 90
What duties of this board are most interesting to you?
I think the most interesting duty of the Planning Commission is the duty of stewardship to the future of our City. It is an incredible responsibility, but also a duty to be very proud of, in helping to carefully guide the shape of the physical landscape of the City of Napa, as well as to form the landscape of precedent each meeting, decision, and guidance is given. I am keenly interested in the future activities of the Planning Commission as I understand them, which include participation in the Zoning Ordinance, application of the new Housing Element, and working to help guide the future of downtown development including areas east of Soscol downtown.
What activities of this board are least interesting to you? It's never pleasant to upset people, and when a controversial subject comes before the Planning Commission, invariably there will be a group of people who are dissatisfied with the outcome, whatever the outcome may be. This is the least enjoyable, and therefore probably the least interesting part of the role. However, although an outcome may not be desirable to an applicant, proponent, opponent, or group of people, it is critical that in delivering such a determination, the effort is made to ensure that all participants appreciate that the process is transparent, fair, considerate of all voices, and that although an outcome may not have been the preference of that person or group, they were provided the opportunity to participate, to contribute, to make their voice heard, and receive due process in the procedure and decision making.
What programs or projects would you like to see improved or implemented? I am looking forward to participating in and helping to create the City's new objective design standards.
Alexander Myers
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How would you approach improving these project(s) or program(s)? I think that I would bring a unique voice to the Planning Commission, as I have a diverse background within the field of real estate, land use, and policy, and which includes considerable analysis and implementation of legislation, as well as practical application of the City of Napa's zoning rules, municipal code, general plan, and downtown specific plan.
An even-keeled, researched, and considerate basis of analysis, rooted in advocacy for the best interest of the residents of the City, the future of the City, and the near-term and long- term economic vitality of the City is my approach.
Are you involved in any organizations or activities that may result in a conflict of interest if you are appointed to this board? I am a practicing real estate attorney with real estate and developer clients. In my prior three years on the Planning Commission this presented few occasions for a true conflict, perhaps once a year if that. Often I would decline to take on clients to prevent having to recuse from future Planning Commission activities, as I placed that duty as the high priority.
I also co-own a preschool and am working to open two additional locations in the City, however the planning and policy activities for those schools are effectively complete. I do not anticipate any changes in the future, any moves out of the City (which was the basis of my prior resignation, a house we purchased for the family was outside the City Limits), or any other causes for even infrequent recusals.
Please list two local references and their phone numbers:
How did you learn of this vacancy?
Other
Alexander Myers
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Submit Date: Oct 07, 2025
First Name Middle
Initial
Last Name
Email Address
Street Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone Alternate Phone
Employer Job Title
City of Napa Boards & Commissions
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Note: This application allows you to apply for multiple Boards, Commission and Committees; however, only one application can be submitted. Please ensure that your responses clearly address your interest, qualifications, and relevant experience for each Board, Commission or Committee you are applying to.
Mailing Address (if different than Resident Address above) Length of Residence in the City of Napa:
Napa
Length of Residence in the County of Napa:
CA
Registered to vote in the City of Napa?
Yes No
Ethnicity *
Caucasian/Non-Hispanic
Interests & Experiences
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Planning Commission: Submitted
Danielly Ludwig
unemployed
Danielly Ludwig
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Question applies to Cultural Heritage Commission,Planning Commission Some Commissions and Boards require specific seats to be designated as "Design Professionals". Are you applying as a Design Professional, which is defined as, "a person who demonstrates, to the satisfaction of the City Council, that he or she has professional experience (in the fields of architectural design, landscape architecture, urban planning, building, sustainability, or a related field) that is sufficient to assist the member in the effective evaluation of applications for development projects." ? If you have marked "YES", please provide details under "Relevant Experience" in this section. You may attach your resume below.
Yes No
Community Service Experience:
At this moment, I’m taking a break. However I was tutoring at Napa Library, volunteering for the kids business and food bank.
Education:
I’m the third year at Napa Valley College, getting my Associate degree in Accounting, Business in 2026. Transferring to Berkeley University in 2026.
Other relevant experience or expertise:
Childcare, education as instructor for private school for kids from 5 years old to elderly. Also students with Down syndrome. I’m part of the Spanish Chamber, Napa Mom’s and Napa Valley Young Ptofessionals
Additional Questions
What is your understanding of the role and responsibility of this board? This board serves as a vital link between the community and local government, helping guide decisions that impact public services, resources, and quality of life. Its responsibilities include reviewing proposals, advising on policy, and ensuring community needs are represented fairly and transparently.
Have you ever attended a meeting of this board? If so, how many? Yes. Twice.
Danielly Ludwig
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What duties of this board are most interesting to you?
I’m especially drawn to duties involving community outreach, resource allocation, and program development. I believe in strengthening access to food banks, childcare, and public services, and I’d love to contribute to initiatives that support those areas. It’s so important that the most vulnerable families know that Napa County is there, supporting them.
What activities of this board are least interesting to you? While I understand their importance, procedural reviews and administrative formalities are less engaging to me. I prefer hands-on involvement and direct community impact.
What programs or projects would you like to see improved or implemented? I’d love to see expanded emergency childcare options, improved coordination among food distribution sites, and more accessible legal aid for families navigating complex systems like divorce or housing. Programs that build resilience and equity in Napa are especially meaningful to me.
How would you approach improving these project(s) or program(s)? I’d begin by listening—gathering input from families, service providers, and underrepresented voices to understand gaps and opportunities. Then I’d collaborate with board members and local organizations to streamline access, reduce duplication, and ensure programs are responsive to real needs. I believe in data-informed decisions paired with community wisdom.
Are you involved in any organizations or activities that may result in a conflict of interest if you are appointed to this board? No, I am not currently involved in any organizations or activities that would present a conflict of interest.
Please list two local references and their phone numbers:
How did you learn of this vacancy?
None Selected
Danielly Ludwig
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