Town of Yountville
Staff Report
6550 Yount Street
Yountville, CA 94599
Agenda Item #: 8I
Yountville Town Council Staff Report
DATE: June 17, 2025
TO: Mayor and Town Council
FROM: Hilary Gaede, Communications Director/ Town Clerk PREPARED BY: Hilary Gaede, Communications Director/ Town Clerk
RECOMMENDATION
Waive second reading and adopt Ordinance Number 25-533 adopting the recommendations of the State Fire Marshal for Fire Hazard Severity Zone Designations in Town Limits and finding the Ordinance exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
DISCUSSION/BACKGROUND
At the June 3, 2025 meeting, the Town Council introduced and held a first reading of this Ordinance. This is the second reading and if adopted, the Ordinance will take effect in 30 days. The Ordinance adopts the recommendations of the State Fire Marshal for Fire Hazard Severity Zone Designations in Town Limits and finds the Ordinance exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
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? Mandatory
Is there a Staff Resource Impact? No
STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL
Is item Identified in Strategic Plan? Yes
If yes, Identify Strategic Goal and Objective. Visionary Leadership: The Town's leadership maintains an openminded, forward-thinking decision-making process. We value engagement and participation from all members of the community as we work together to create policies and plan for the future.
Briefly Explain Relationship to Strategic Plan Goal and Objective.
Adopting the Fire Hazard Severity Zone Designations in Town Limits in accordance with state law is important for informing residents about potential wildfire risks and reflects responsible leadership in conforming with state requirements.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Ordinance No 25-533
2. Exhibit a (Fire Map)