Town of Yountville
Staff Report
6550 Yount Street
Yountville, CA 94599
Agenda Item #: {{section.number}}A
Yountville Town Council Staff Report
DATE: March 5, 2024
TO: Mayor and Town Council
FROM: Hilary Gaede, Acting Town Clerk
PREPARED BY: Hilary Gaede, Acting Town Clerk
RECOMMENDATION
Consider appointment of one (1) individual to represent the Town of Yountville on the Napa Valley Transportation Authority (NVTA) Citizen Advisory Commission serving a term of office to commence immediately upon confirmation by the NVTA Board and ending October 20, 2025.
DISCUSSION/BACKGROUND
The Napa Valley Transportation Authority (NVTA) in June 2016 convened a permanent Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC) to focus on issues related to all modes of transportation - automobile, transit, biking, walking with a goal of updating the transportation infrastructure and improving the health and wellbeing of our community in Napa Valley. CAC members assist NVTA staff with the planning of important countywide plans and projects.
In total, 19 members will be appointed to the CAC to represent a broad spectrum of interests and the diverse communities in Napa Valley. Six of those members will be appointed by the elected boards of Napa County's jurisdictions: the cities of American Canyon, Calistoga, Napa and St. Helena; the Town of Yountville; and the County of Napa. Members serve two-year terms. NVTA CAC meetings are typically held the first Wednesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at NVTA's office located at 625 Burnell Street in Napa.
Recruitment
The Town of Yountville has been recruiting to the fill vacant NVTA CAC Yountville representative position October 2023 when the previous term expiried. The position has been advertised as open until filled. As of February 29, 2024, one (1) application was received from Vincent Courtney. Mr. Courtney currently also serves on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission.
The Town Council Handbook, Chapter II, Section Boards, Commissions, and Committee appointments state that “In the event the number of applicants equals the number of vacancies, the Town Council may waive the interviews and make the appointments based on the applicant's qualifications. This allows the Town Council to promptly fill available positions while ensuring all selected candidates meet the qualifications for their respective roles.”
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Exempt per California Environmental Act (CEQA) Guideline, Section 15061(b)(3)
FISCAL IMPACT
Is there a Fiscal Impact? No
Is it Currently Budgeted? N/A
Where is it Budgeted? N/A
Is it Mandatory or Discretionary? Discretionary
Is there a Staff Resource Impact? Nominal
STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL
Is item Identified in Strategic Plan? Yes
If yes, Identify Strategic Goal and Objective. Engaged Residents: The Town embraces our residents' commitment to community as seen through volunteerism, civic engagement, and public participation that enhances the quality of life in Yountville.
Briefly Explain Relationship to Strategic Plan Goal and Objective. The Town Council involves the community in governance of the Town by utilizing community volunteers on local and countywide boards and commissions.