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Town of Yountville
6550 Yount Street
Yountville, CA 94599
Meeting Minutes – Final
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
3:00 PM
Town Hall Council Chambers
Town Council
Mayor Margie Mohler
Vice Mayor Robin McKee
Council Member Eric Knight
Council Member Hillery Trippe
Council Member Pam Reeves
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1. CALL TO ORDER; CONVENE REGULAR MEETING - 3:00 P.M.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: 5; Mayor Margie Mohler, Vice Mayor Robin McKee, Council Member Eric Knight, Council Member Hillery Trippe, 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, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Trippe, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
5. COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee and Council Member Knight thanked dignitaries, staff and the public for planning and attending the second annual Yountville Night Out event.
Vice Mayor McKee read a recent Napa Valley Transportation Authority Press Release regarding Bart.
Mayor Mohler invited the public to attend two upcoming events at the Community Center: the Residents Bash on August 22nd from 6:00 - 10:00 pm and the outdoor kitchen and barbecue Ribbon Cutting ceremony on August 13th from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Council Member Reeves noted an upcoming event on August 20th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Napa County will come to the Community Center to present the Regional Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.
6. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITIONS
A. New employee introduction – Beverly Wilmore, Deputy Director of Marketing and Economic Development.
Town Manager Raulston introduced Deputy Director of Marketing and Economic Development Wilmore.
7. NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT
None.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approve minutes of the regular meeting and special closed session meetings held July 15, 2025.
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B. Receive and file Preliminary June 2025 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.
D. Appoint two (2) individuals to the Yountville Community Foundation with a term of office to commence immediately and expire August 1, 2027.
E. Adopt Resolution Number 25-4378 authorizing a Maintenance Agreement with Jenfitch, Inc. for purchase and delivery of chemicals to the wastewater reclamation facility for $209,000 and authorizing the town manager to execute the Agreement up to the amount and any subsequent Amendments up to the budget amount.
F. Waive second reading and adopt Ordinance Number 25-536, which would: 1) authorize the Town Council to establish, amend, or repeal development impact fees by Resolution, and repealing outdated sections from Chapter 3.40 of the Yountville Municipal Code establishing development impact fee; and 2) amend and clarify procedures for bringing claims for money or damages against the Town under the Government Claims Act, Government Code section 810, et seq., and establish timeframes for filing of claims not governed by the Government Claims Act.
Mayor Mohler opened public comment on the Consent Calendar, receiving none, Mayor Mohler closed public comment on the Consent Calendar.
A motion was made by Council Member Reeves, seconded by Council Member Trippe to approve the Consent Calendar items. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Trippe, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
9. GUEST PRESENTATIONS
None.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Adopt Resolution Number 25-4379 conditionally approving the Design Review Application for a project located at 6526 Yount Street and finding the proposed project to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Council Member Trippe and Mayor Mohler recused themselves from the item due to their primary residences being in close proximity to the site and exited the Council Chamber.
Vice Mayor McKee opened the public hearing.
Contract Planner Kari Svanstrom presented the staff report and presentation.
Applicant Joyce Landwehr addressed and answered questions of the Town Council.
Vice Mayor McKee opened public comment, seeing none, Vice Mayor McKee closed public
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comment and the public hearing.
A motion was made by Council Member Knight, seconded by Council Member Reeves to adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 3; Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Reeves NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
RECUSED: 2; Mayor Mohler, Council Member Trippe
Mayor Mohler and Council Member Trippe returned to the Council Chamber.
B. Introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance Number 25-534 adding Chapter 17.174 (“Entertainment Zones”) to Title 17 of the Yountville Municipal Code establishing an Entertainment Zone and finding the code addition and establishment of the Zone exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Mayor Mohler opened the public hearing.
Planning and Building Director Hecock presented the staff report and presentation.
It was the consensus of the Town Council to extend the Entertainment Zone map to incorporate from Yount Street to Finnell Road, ending at Hopper Creek.
Mayor Mohler opened public comment.
Emily Farca, Estate Yountville
Alan Tenscher
Mayor Mohler closed public comment.
Mayor Mohler closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor McKee, seconded by Council Member Trippe to introduce and waive the first reading of the Ordinance. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Trippe, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
C. Introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance Number 25-535 adding Chapter 17.202 (“Temporary Use Permits”) to Title 17 of the Yountville Municipal Code establishing an administrative process for temporary uses and finding the code addition exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Planning and Building Director Hecock presented the staff report and presentation.
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Mayor Mohler opened the public hearing and public comment.
Natalie Leighton, President and CEO, Yountville Chamber of Commerce.
Mayor Mohler closed public comment.
Council Member Trippe requested the Temporary Use Permits be posted online for the public.
Planning and Building Director Hecock noted Section 17.202.100 will be updated to read as follows: “Other temporary or short term activities that do not fall within the categories defined below must instead comply with the temporary use permit requirements and development standards that otherwise apply to the property.”
Town Manager Raulston recommended removing the mention of “farm stands,” “flea markets,” and “swap meets” from Section 17.202.100 A and instead adding “markets” to Section
17.202.100 B. Council Member Knight suggested that Section 17.202.060 B should read “A decision of the Planning Officer may be appealed to the Zoning and Desing Review Board as provided in Chapter 17.224.”
Mayor Mohler closed the public hearing.
Town Attorney Bell clarified the two amendments to Exhibit A, Conditions of Approval to Ordinance Number 25-535. The first change is to amend Section 17.202.060 B to read “A decision of the Planning Officer may be appealed to the Zoning and Desing Review Board as provided in Chapter 17.224.” The second change is to amend Section 17.202.100 A to remove “farm stands,” “flea markets,” and “swap meets,” and in Section 17.202.100 B adding “markets” to the list.
A motion was made by Mayor Mohler, seconded by Council Member Reeves to introduce and waive the first reading of the Ordinance as amended by Town Attorney Bell. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Trippe, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
Mayor Mohler called for a 10 minute break, calling the meeting back to order at 4:54 pm.
11. ADMINISTRATIVE / REGULAR ITEMS
A. Adopt Resolution Number 25-4380 reaffirming the naming of the kitchen at the Community Center after Barbara Dulinsky and naming the redesigned barbecue and outdoor kitchen “Bud’s Barbecue” after Bud Dulinsky.
Parks and Recreation Director Samantha Holland presented the staff report.
Mayor Mohler opened public comment, receiving none, Mayor Mohler closed public comment.
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It was the consensus of the Town Council to add George as the formal name to the Resolution, honoring George “Bud” Dulinsky. Mayor Mohler invited members of the public to attend the August 13th Ribbon Cutting event at the new outdoor kitchen and barbecue at Community Hall.
A motion was made by Council Member Reeves, seconded by Council Member Knight to adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Trippe, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
B. Adopt Resolution Number 25-4381 authorizing the Town Manager to execute a three-year oncall Agreement with KNN Public Finance to provide financial advisory services for a total Agreement amount not to exceed $100,000.
Administrative Services Director King presented the staff report and Melissa Shick, Managing Director of KNN Public Finance presented the presentation.
Mayor Mohler opened public comment.
Alan Tenscher
Mayor Mohler closed public comment.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor McKee, seconded by Council Member Reeves to adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Trippe, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
C. Adopt Resolution Number 25-4382 authorizing the Town Manager to release a Request for Qualifications from design-build entities to qualify to provide design-build services for the Yountville Commons Civic & Workforce-Housing Design-Build Program.
Town Manager Raulston introduced the item. Public Works Director Ferons presented the staff report and presentation.
It was the consensus of the Town Council to increase the percentage of Sustainability from 5% to 10%, by decreasing the Technical Expertise from 30% to 25% as noted in section 3.3.4, Evaluation and Ranking of Offerors on page 7 of the draft RFQ (Attachment 3).
Mayor Mohler opened public comment.
Alan Tenscher
Mayor Mohler closed public comment.
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A motion was made by Council Member Knight, seconded by Vice Mayor McKee to adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Trippe, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
D. Introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance Number 25-537 amending Chapter 13.18 to comply with new regulations from the State Water Resources Control Board for the Town’s Water Enterprise to administer and operate a cross-connection control program for the potable water distribution system.
Public Works Director John Ferons presented the staff report.
Mayor Mohler opened public comment.
Cheryl Stanley
Mayor Mohler closed public comment.
A motion was made by Council Member Knight, seconded by Council Member Reeves to Introduce and Waive the First Reading of the Ordinance. The motion Carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Trippe, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
E. Adopt Resolution Number 25-4383 awarding the contract for the Yountville Crossroads MainValve Insertion Project Number WA-3026, to Benchmark Civil Construction out of Napa, CA for $71,260, and authorizing the Town Manager to execute a construction contract, change orders and amendments up to the WA 3026 budget amount.
Public Works Director Ferons presented the staff report and presentation.
Mayor Mohler opened public comment.
Cheryl Stanley
Mayor Mohler closed public comment.
A motion was made by Council Member Reeves, seconded by Vice Mayor McKee to adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Trippe, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
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F. Adopt Resolution Number 25-4384 approving an Amendment to the Town of Yountville Personnel Rules and Policies.
Human Resources Analyst Ray presented the staff report.
Mayor Mohler opened public comment, receiving none, Mayor Mohler closed public comment.
A motion was made by Council Member Reeves, seconded by Council Member Trippe to adopt the Resolution. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Trippe, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
G. Consider and discuss approving the proposed Town Council meeting calendar for calendar year 2026 and approving closing Town Offices for a Winter Holiday Break in 2025.
Town Manager Raulston presented the staff report.
Mayor Mohler opened public comment, receiving none, Mayor Mohler closed public comment.
A motion was made by Council Member Knight, seconded by Council Member Reeves to approve the proposed Town Council meeting calendar for calendar year 2026 and closing Town Offices for a Winter Holiday Break in 2025. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Reeves NOES: 1; Council Member Trippe
ABSTAIN: 0
H. Approve the formation of a Business Relations and Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee comprised of two members of the Town Council.
Town Manager Raulston presented the staff report.
Mayor Mohler opened public comment.
Alan Tenscher
Mayor Mohler closed public comment.
A motion was made by Vice Mayor McKee, seconded by Council Member Trippe to approve the formation of a Business Relations and Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee comprised of two members of the Town Council. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Trippe, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
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ABSTAIN: 0
12. STAFF PRESENTATIONS AND INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
Town Manager Raulston invited members of the public to attend the upcoming Residents Bash, August 22nd.
13. COUNCIL EXTERNAL MEETING REPORTS
Mayor Mohler reported that the Napa Valley Transportation Authority hired a new Executive Director.
14. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Council Member Reeves, seconded by Vice Mayor McKee to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: 5; Mayor Mohler, Vice Mayor McKee, Council Member Knight, Council Member Trippe, Council Member Reeves
NOES: 0
ABSTAIN: 0
Adjourn to the Town Council regular meeting, Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. being held in Town Council Chambers located at 6550 Yount Street.
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/s/ Hilary Gaede, Communications Director/ Town Clerk
Date Approved: August 19, 2025