Town of Yountville
6550 Yount Street
Yountville, CA 94599
Meeting Minutes – Final
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
3:00 PM
Town Hall Council Chambers
Town Council
Mayor Margie Mohler
Vice Mayor Hillery Bolt Trippe
Council Member Eric Knight
Council Member Robin McKeeCant
Council Member Pam Reeves
1. CALL TO ORDER; CONVENE REGULAR MEETING 3:00 P.M.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: 4 Mayor Margie Mohler, Vice Mayor Hillery Trippe, Council Member Robin McKeeCant, Council Member Pam Reeves
Absent: 1 Council Member Eric Knight
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Thepledgeofallegiancewasheld
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1. CALL TO ORDER; CONVENE REGULAR MEETING 3:00 P.M.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: 4 Mayor Margie Mohler, Vice Mayor Hillery Trippe, Council Member Robin McKeeCant, Council Member Pam Reeves
Absent: 1 Council Member Eric Knight
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The pledge of allegiance was held.
4. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Council Member McKeeCant, seconded by Council Member Reeves to Adopt the Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor Trippe, Council Member McKeeCant, Council Member Reeves NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
5. COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Member McKeeCant provided a reminder about the First Wednesday Community Cookout to be held April 3 from 35pm as well as the Until Help Arrives emergency preparedness training to be held April 13 from 10am12pm. She also noted space is still available for the April 13 training and community members can register through Eventbrite. Lastly, she announced the Tech Preparedness training to be held April 30 from 5:30 – 6:30pm.
Council Member Reeves announced the Community Celebration for Jennifer Carvalho which will take place April 21 from 47pm at Yountville Community Park. The event is a celebration of her dedication as a community member and Town of Yountville staff. She also announced an upcoming Climate Action Now event on April 27 from 123pm at the American Legion Hall in Napa. The event will provide information about rebates and sustainability.
Mayor Mohler reminded the public about Shred It Day on April 19 from 123pm. Ewaste will also be accepted. She also noted the Townwide Garage is coming up on May 4 followed by the Town Clean Up on May 11.
6. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
A. Introduction – Sergeant James Baumgartner
Sergeant Milat, who will be retiring in May, introduced Sergeant James Baumgartner; he will be serving Yountville starting in May.
B. Proclamation – Child Abuse Prevention Month
Mayor Mohler presented the proclamation.
C. Proclamation – Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Mayor Mohler presented the proclamation.
7. NONAGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT
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C. Proclamation – Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Mayor Mohler presented the proclamation.
7. NONAGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT
None received.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approve Minutes of the regular meeting held on March 19, 2024.
B. Receive and File Annual Administrative Update of the Master Fee Schedule C. Appoint one (1) individual to the Affordable and Workforce Housing Oversight Committee to fill an unexpired term of office to commence immediately and expire on October 1, 2024.
Council Member Reeves requested a time for council and staff to provide information about structure and policies related to the Master Fee Schedule.
D. Continue the Emergency Declaration for the Town of Yountville Recycled Water Transmission Main Repair pursuant to Yountville Municipal Code 3.32.390
A motion was made by Council Member McKeeCant, seconded by Vice Mayor Trippe to approve the Consent Calendar items. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor Trippe, Council Member McKeeCant, Council Member Reeves NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
9. GUEST PRESENTATIONS
None.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
11. ADMINISTRATIVE / REGULAR ITEMS
A. Adopt Resolution 244257 approving the Expenditure Plan for the proposed Napa Valley Transportation Authority – Tax Agency’s Transportation Improvement Act “Measure U” Continuing a Transaction and Use Tax for the purpose of improving local streets and roads and investing in regional capital projects.
NVTA Executive Director Kate Miller provided a presentation and background on Measure T and the proposed ballot Measure U.
12. STAFF PRESENTATIONS AND INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
Administrative Services Director King reminded the public about the upcoming budget workshops: April 16 at 10:30 am and May 7 at 10:00am.
Parks and Recreation Director Holland provided an update about the Bunny Breakfast and Egg Hunt.
The event was well attended. She also provided information about the Farmstand which launched on Tuesday, April 2. The Farmstand will take place at the Yountville Community Center Plaza every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30am 12:30pm. The Farmstand will include vendors for coffee, food and fresh vegetables and fruits.
Acting Town Clerk Gaede reminded the public about the upcoming First Wednesday Community Cookout
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The event was well attended. She also provided information about the Farmstand which launched on Tuesday, April 2. The Farmstand will take place at the Yountville Community Center Plaza every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30am 12:30pm. The Farmstand will include vendors for coffee, food and fresh vegetables and fruits.
Acting Town Clerk Gaede reminded the public about the upcoming First Wednesday Community Cookout.
Town Manager Raulston provided an update on the proposed school site purchase open house. The event was well attended and noted the community feedback provided helpful insights. The Town is still in escrow and will keep the community informed as the situation progresses.
13. COUNCIL EXTERNAL MEETING REPORTS
Mayor Mohler and Council Member McKeeCant attended the NVTA board meeting. Council Member McKeeCant announced that there will be an increase in ride fares effective July 1. She also noted the Vine Trail segment between St Helena and Calistoga is costing more than anticipated.
Mayor Mohler noted that Yountville was the first jurisdiction to complete a segment of the Vine Trail and used General Fund dollars to finance the project.
Vice Mayor Trippe provided an update from Napa County Climate Action Committee. The meeting included a model ordinance related to reducing waste including eliminating plastic bags and minimizing the use of singleuse cutlery. She noted that the work done on CAC translates well to the newly created Yountville Foodware/SingleUse Plastics Ad Hoc Committee.
14. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Council Member Reeves, seconded by Vice Mayor Trippe to Adjourn the meeting. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor Trippe, Council Member McKeeCant, Council Member Reeves NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
Adjourn to the Town Council Regular Meeting, Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. being held in the Town Hall Council Chambers located at 6550 Yount Street.. _______________________
/s/ Hilary Gaede, Acting Town Clerk
Date Approved: April 16, 2024
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