Town of Yountville
Staff Report
6550 Yount Street
Yountville, CA 94599
Agenda Item #: 11H
Yountville Town Council Staff Report
DATE: August 5, 2025
TO: Mayor and Town Council
FROM: Hilary Gaede, Communications Director/ Town Clerk PREPARED BY: Hilary Gaede, Communications Director/ Town Clerk
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the formation of a Business Relations and Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee comprised of two members of the Town Council.
DISCUSSION/BACKGROUND
In an effort to support local economic vitality and deepen the Town’s engagement with its business community, staff recommend the formation of an ad hoc committee focused on Business Relations and Economic Development.
The ad hoc committee would explore opportunities to enhance communication and collaboration between the Town and local businesses, identify emerging opportunities and challenges within the local economy, support small businesses and encourage local entrepreneurship, and align economic development efforts with the Town Council’s strategic priorities.
The committee would serve in an advisory role, meeting periodically and reporting back to the full Town Council with findings or recommendations. It is proposed that the ad hoc committee be comprised of Mayor Mohler and Council Member Reeves. As with all ad hoc committees, this body will dissolve once its purpose is fulfilled or upon further direction from the Council.
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? 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. The formation of this ad hoc committee reflects visionary leadership by proactively engaging with the business community to shape a resilient and thriving local economy.