Town of Yountville
6550 Yount Street
Yountville, CA 94599
Meeting Minutes – Final
Tuesday, May 7, 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: 5 Mayor Margie Mohler, Council Member Eric Knight, Vice Mayor Hillery Trippe, Council Member Robin McKeeCant, Council Member Pam Reeves
Absent: None
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Thepledgeofallegiancewasheld
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1. CALL TO ORDER; CONVENE REGULAR MEETING 3:00 P.M.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: 5 Mayor Margie Mohler, Council Member Eric Knight, Vice Mayor Hillery Trippe, Council Member Robin McKeeCant, Council Member Pam Reeves
Absent: None
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The pledge of allegiance was held.
4. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Council Member Knight, seconded by Council Member Reeves to Adopt the Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Council Member Knight, Vice Mayor Trippe, Council Member McKeeCant, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
5. COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Member Reeves announced that Picnic with a Vet is happening this Thursday. While the upcoming event is booked, there will additional opportunities to participate in the future. The public can contact Iren Jenny at 925.899.9708 [email protected] . She also noted Napa RCD is hosting a ClimateFriendly Garden Tour on May 18 from 10am – 4pm. Residents can find more information on their website.
Mayor Mohler Announced the Townwide Cleanup Day this Saturday, May 11. Residents can place items for disposal on the curb for pickup.
She also reminded residents about Art, Sip, and Stroll on May 18.
Council Member McKeeCant announced the Artist Reception on Thursday, May 9 from 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. for Chris Cammarata.
6. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
A. Certificate of Appreciation – Sergeant Mike Milat
Mayor Mohler presented the Certificate of Appreciation to Sergeant Milat as he will be retiring.
B. Arbor Day
Mayor Mohler presented the proclamation.
C. Library Appreciation
Mayor Mohler presented the proclamation. Myrna David, Yountville representative to the Napa County Library Commission, and Anthony Halstead, Director of Library Services and Outreach, received the proclamation. Rebecca Simon, Yountville Library Associate, and Nicole Shields, Regional Representative for the Library, were also present.
7. NONAGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT
Publiccomment:DonaldMoore
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received the proclamation. Rebecca Simon, Yountville Library Associate, and Nicole Shields, Regional Representative for the Library, were also present.
7. NONAGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT
Public comment: Donald Moore
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approve Minutes of the Regular Meeting and Budget Workshop #1 held April 16, 2024.
B. Receive and File March 2024 Quarterly Investment Report C. 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 Reeves, seconded by Vice Mayor Trippe to approve the Consent Calendar items. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Council Member Knight, Vice Mayor Trippe, Council Member McKeeCant, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
9. GUEST PRESENTATIONS
A. Napa County Library Commission Annual Update
Myrna David, Yountville representative to the Napa County Library Commission, presented to update. Anthony Halstead, Napa County Library Director, provided additional information.
B. Sheriff’s Office Quarterly Report
Sergeant Mike Milat presented the report.
C. Napa County CalFire Quarterly Report
Battalion Chief Isham presented the report.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
11. ADMINISTRATIVE / REGULAR ITEMS
A. Consider adoption of Resolution 244260 approving recommended updates to Town Fund Balance Policy and reserve targets.
Town Manager Raulston and Administrative Services Director King presented the staff report.
A motion was made by Council Member Reeves, seconded by Council Member McKeeCant to Adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Council Member Knight, Vice Mayor Trippe, Council Member McKeeCant, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
B. Consider adoption of Resolution Number 244261 approving amendment number five to Napa County Agreement 170880B for Provision of Law Enforcement Services Between the County of Town of Yountville Town Council Regular Meeting Page 3
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Council Member Knight, Vice Mayor Trippe, Council Member McKeeCant, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
B. Consider adoption of Resolution Number 244261 approving amendment number five to Napa County Agreement 170880B for Provision of Law Enforcement Services Between the County of Napa and the Town of Yountville.
A motion was made by Council Member McKeeCant, seconded by Vice Mayor Trippe to Adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Council Member Knight, Vice Mayor Trippe, Council Member McKeeCant, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
C. Introduce and waive the first reading of Ordinance Number 24528 amending sections 2.08.030(A),
2.12.010, 2.24.010, and adding sections 2.24.090 and 2.40.040, of Title 2 of the Yountville Municipal Code (“YMC”) regarding appointed officers.
A motion was made by Council Member McKeeCant, seconded by Council Member Reeves to Introduce and Waive the First Reading of the Ordinance with an amendment to the Ordinance to include reference to Parks and Recreation Director under the Officers section. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Council Member Knight, Vice Mayor Trippe, Council Member McKeeCant, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
D. Consider adoption of Resolution Number 244262 approving reclassification of the Town Clerk position to Communications Director/Town Clerk including new job description and salary range.
A motion was made by Council Member Knight, seconded by Mayor Mohler to Adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Council Member Knight, Vice Mayor Trippe, Council Member McKeeCant, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
12. STAFF PRESENTATIONS AND INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
None.
13. COUNCIL EXTERNAL MEETING REPORTS
Council Member Knight reported that he attended League of California Cities Legislative Summit. He attended workshops on homelessness and retail theft.
Council Member Reeves attended several Earth Month events. She attended Napa Schools for Climate Action’s event and film about climate restoration on April 23. At the event, signatures were being collected for a proclamation to send to President Biden. She also attended Napa Climate Nows’ event which featured sustainable products and provided information about rebates and other green initiatives.
PG&E has an induction burner loan program so the public can better familiarize themselves with the technology (PG&E Induction Cooktop Loaner Program). Council Member Reeves attended the Napa Community Foundation’s Climate Showcase. Additionally, she attended a Sudden Oak Death educational walk.
14. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Trippe, seconded by Council Member McKeeCant to Adjourn the Town of Yountville Town Council Regular Meeting Page 4
Community Foundation’s Climate Showcase. Additionally, she attended a Sudden Oak Death educational walk.
14. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Vice Mayor Trippe, seconded by Council Member McKeeCant to Adjourn the meeting. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Council Member Knight, Vice Mayor Trippe, Council Member McKeeCant, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
Adjourn to the Town Council Regular Meeting May 21, 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 Town of Yountville Town Council Regular Meeting Page 5