2020 State of the City - A Report to the Community :: February 2020

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STATE

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CITY

ANNUAL REPORT TO OUR COMMUNITY FEBRUARY 2020


WORKING TOGETHER FOR OUR COMMUNITY Last year provided many opportunities for members of our community to work together. By collaborating closely with our partners, we achieved significant milestones and set the foundation for future accomplishments in the years ahead. American Canyon welcomed the first residents at the Valley View Senior Housing Project last March. The seventy-unit housing development for income-qualified seniors and veterans ensures our most vulnerable populations have a place to call home. In May, the celebrations continued, with the opening of the newly remodeled and expanded Post Office in American Canyon. We were thrilled to have KTVU Channel 2 spend the month of June with us. American Canyon was the only North Bay community to be featured during a live broadcast of their Zip Trip series, a program designed to showcase different communities around the Bay Area. In early October, our emergency preparedness was tested while responding to a large grass fire on the eastern hills above American Canyon. In late October, the community persevered through a prolonged Public Safety Power Shut-off (PSPS) imposed by Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) in response to fires elsewhere. During these challenging times, our community came together to support neighbors and established new partnerships to help maintain our quality of life. All year long, our work focuses on the priorities of our community. To help us understand those priorities, we use programs and tools to engage our residents, businesses, and visitors. One of the most important tools is our website (www.cityofamericancanyon.org). In 2019, we launched our redesigned site with new tools to help visitors more easily find what they need. Additionally, our Parks and Recreation services moved to City Hall to provide a one-stop-shop for our community. In the coming year, we will continue to explore ways to increase services in the most convenient ways possible. In 2020, we have many new projects and programs underway. New developments within the Broadway District Specific Plan and Watson Ranch Specific Plan are providing clarity for our long-time financial picture through economic opportunity. We have also begun a comprehensive update to the City’s General Plan to set the perfect vision for our community over the next two decades. This year will also bring about an expanded volunteer program and further improvements to our parks, streets, and networks of infrastructure. We look forward to what this new decade has in store for American Canyon and we encourage you to join us!

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A COMPLETE COUNT FOR OUR COMMUNITY

APRIL 2020 IS CENSUS MONTH Let’s ensure all Californians are counted so we can put vital resources to good use here at home! Your 2020 Census data is safe, protected, and confidential. California is committed to ensuring a complete and accurate count of all Californians.

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FUND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS FOR SENIORS, CHILDREN, & FAMILIES

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AMERICAN CANYON DEMOGRAPHICS

POPULATION 20,629

MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME $91,802

MEDIAN HOME VALUE $560,800

City of American Canyon

MEDIAN AGE 36.4

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HOUSING UNITS 6,212

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POPULATION AT A GLANCE GROWTH OVER TIME

ETHNICITY BREAKDOWN 20,629

25,000

Hispanic 5,527 27.3%

Asian 7,026 35.1%

19,454

20,000 15,000

Caucasian 5,014 23.1%

Other 1,826 6.6%

9,774

10,000 5,000

2000

2010

African American 1,597 7.9%

2019

COMPARISON OF AMERICAN CANYON TO NAPA COUNTY TOTAL POPULATION

TOTAL HOUSEHOLDS

14.6%

11.3%

AMERICAN CANYON

20,629

6,212

73.5%

NAPA COUNTY

141,005

55,180

78.5%

% AGE OVER 18

3.50

AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD SIZE

2.74 $91,802

MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME

$79,637 $32,330

PER CAPITA INCOME

$40,632 36.4

MEDIAN AGE

40.8 American Canyon

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FISCAL YEAR 2019/20 SNAPSHOT WHERE OUR DOLLARS COME FROM

WHERE OUR DOLLARS ARE SPENT

REVENUES AT A GLANCE

EXPENDITURES BY CATEGORY

Miscellaneous

$ 32,436,161

Charges for Services

18,164,532

Property Tax

12,178,204

Sales Tax

3,923,700

Transient Occupancy Tax

1,593,300

TOTAL GENERAL FUND REVENUES

$ 68,295,897

$ 30,979,292 14,074,552 7,422,400 6,069,600 3,242,100 2,730,700 2,485,400 1,722,103 1,623,600 1,417,900 1,050,000 $ 72,817,647

Capital Projects Public Works Public Safety Non-Departmental Debt Service Administration Parks & Recreation Community Development Internal Service Finance Development Projects TOTAL BY CATEGORY

36+5+89636 43+19+1024853 47+27+1862 Charges for Services

Public Works

Public Safety

Property Tax

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax

Capital Projects

Other

Transient Occupancey Tax

Parks & Rec

STAFFING OVERVIEW

Administration

Community Development

STAFFING BY DEPARTMENT Administration Finance Public Safety (Police & FIre) Public Works Community Development Parks & Recreation

12 8 47 48 7 10

TOTAL STAFFING Full Time Equivalent (FTE)

132

Finance

Public Works

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WORKING TOGETHER TO KEEP US SAFE ALL EMERGENCY INCIDENTS Incident Type Fire

Our Public Safety Team includes the incredibly dedicated men and women of the American Canyon Fire Protection District and American Canyon Police Department. The 2019 highlights and statistics for our entire Public Safety Team are listed at the right.

AMERICAN CANYON FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT

Overpressure, Ruptures, Explosions Rescue & Emergency Medical

AMERICAN CANYON POLICE DEPARTMENT Our City contracts with the Napa County Sheriff’s Office to provide law enforcement services with the American Canyon Police Department.

2017

66

74

74

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1,076

1,038

1,202

45

41

44

140

132

99

Good Intent Calls

329

278

295

False Alarms & False Calls

103

98

120

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1

1

Total Incidents

1,761

1,662

1,836

Training Hours

7,392

5,536

7,807

2017

2016

Traffic & General Reporting Calls for Service

In March 2020, the District will publish their 2019 Annual Report, which will provide details regarding their activity throughout the past year. The Report will be available online at www.amcanfire.com.

2018

Service Calls

Hazardous Conditions

Special Incidents

The American Canyon Fire Protection District was founded in 1957. When the City of American Canyon incorporated in 1992, the District was maintained as a subsidiary special district to the City. The size of the District's response area is approximately 15 square miles.

2019

2019

2018

18,381 18,644 18,041 18,698

Reports

1,972

1,946

1,917

1,965

Arrests

561

509

532

523

Misdemeanor Citations

328

535

384

427

Animal Service Calls

532

532

537

744

Citations Issued - Highway 29

219

662

427

537

Citations Issues - Local Roads

382

774

522

544

58

80

78

62

Collisions - Highway 29 Collisions - Local Roads Stop Sign Violations

79

89

97

97

101

397

147

84

DUI Arrests

59

90

79

97

Our Police Department and our community continue to share a great partnership, which greatly contributes to protecting the quality of life we enjoy.

Driving with Cell Phone

61

276

147

84

Open Container - Cannabis

9

44

3

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Open Container - Alcohol

5

7

4

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This March, the Police Chief will present the 2019 Annual Report to the City Council and community. The extensive report will include a review of the detailed activity, trends, and information regarding the services provided throughout the year. The Report will be available at www.cityofamericancanyon.org/police.

Parking Citations

569

633

344

430

29

41

48

116

Disabled Parking Citations

4

4

3

7

12

20

20

49

2019

2018

2017

2016

Homicide

0

0

0

0

Rape

6

8

5

7

Robbery

6

13

14

14

130

107

141

118

Disabled Misd. Citations Car Seat Installations

Crimes Reported

Assault Burglary

56

49

88

58

Larceny / Theft

346

315

279

298

Stolen Vehicles

23

41

57

57

568

533

584

552

TOTAL

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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS One of the most important messages we relayed to the community in 2019 was be ready for any emergency event that may disrupt our everyday routines. In October, we experienced first hand why this is so important. We faced a 526-acre fire in Newell Open Space and nearly three days without power city-wide due to a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) conducted by Pacific Gas & Electric. In true American Canyon style, our community came together to help one another through these challenging times. In addition, the American Canyon Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) provided extra support to our first responders in assisting the community. wwwamericancanyoncert.org Being prepared for our next emergency is important for all of us! Visit our ReadyAC webpage for critical emergency preparation materials, including an emergency kit checklist and safety tips to help prepare for power outages, earthquakes, flooding, and other emergency or disaster events. www.cityofamericancanyon.org/readyac For emergency updates, sign up for the following services: • Email Updates: www.cityofamericancanyon.org/email • Nixle Updates: Text 94503 to 888777 In the case that you do not have cell service or an internet connection, you will be able to find the latest emergency event updates posted on the front doors at City Hall (4381 Broadway) and the Public Safety Building (911 Donaldson Way E).

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OUR RESOURCES TOGETHER WE PROTECT OUR PRECIOUS RESOURCES

REUSE & SAFE DISPOSAL

2019 was a year centered on developing opportunities for resident engagement, volunteerism, and stewardship of our parks, trails, and open spaces. The River to Ridge Conservation Program has grown into a large initiative that has recruited dedicated volunteers to participate in restoration efforts such as trail repairs, tree plantings, weed removal, barn owl box installations, clean-ups, and much more! In 2020, we look forward to developing more opportunities for members of our community to volunteer in American Canyon!

Providing opportunities for residents to safely dispose or find reuse options for unwanted items is important to all of us. Each year, the City organizes a 3-day Community Wide Yard Sale the first weekend of June. This event provides an opportunity for unused items to find a new purpose and is a wonderful way for neighbors to get to know each other. More than 130 families participate each year. Shoppers come from miles around to find treasures. The 2020 event will take place Friday, June 5th through Sunday, June 7th. Registration is free and will open April 1st. Visit our website, www.amcancitywideyardsale.com, for details. Twice a year residents receive a bulky item drop-off coupon from Recology American Canyon, in addition to one free curbside bulky pick-up service. In September each year, the City hosts Clean Sweep Month. The goal of this program is to provide convenient opportunities for residents to safely dispose of unwanted items and to provide disposal options for difficult to dispose of items such as tires and e-waste.

2019 ACCOMPLISHMENTS

The Final Sweep Event, a free drop off for e-waste, tires, and mattresses will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2020. In 2019, this event saw 237 people, with 4,667 lbs of e-waste collected, in addition to 88 mattresses, 228 tires, and 13,745 lbs of paper shredded and recycled!! During Clean Sweep Month, residents will also receive an additional free curbside bulky item pick-up. Information about these programs and how to safely dispose of items year-round is available on our website.

197 TREES PLANTED

463 AMAZING VOLUNTEERS

WATER SUSTAINABILITY 866 VOLUNTEER WORK HOURS

Water is one of our most precious resources. Whether in time of plenty or drought, cities throughout the state face a never-ending challenge to acquire, treat, and distribute water to customers. American Canyon is no exception. In 2017, the City became a partner in the Sites Reservoir Project, an environmentally beneficial, off-river reservoir that will capture excess water from major storms and save it for drier periods. This Project will help California’s farms, businesses, and cities continue to supply reliable water when other sources are low. Anticipated construction will begin in 2022. Visit www.sitesproject.org for updates.

WATER SAVINGS SUCCESS! In 2019, 46 water leaks and 3 water main breaks were repaired. These repairs and prior efforts have reduced system-wide losses by 80% (when compared to 2015) and have added up to big water savings for our City!

Bird box installation in the Wetlands

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OUR ROADS AND INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS TO WATER RECLAMATION PROCESS The City’s state-of-the-art Water Reclamation Facility treats a minimum of 1 million gallons of wastewater each day. The annual total wastewater treated is in excess of 650 million gallons. The facility also produces approximately 80 million gallons of recycled water each year, which is used for irrigation, and in some instances, toilet flushing in dual-plumbed locations.

REPAIRING OUR STREETS In 2019, the City contracted with Ghilotti Construction to implement the pavement rehabilitation program, including resurfacing sections of Chaucer, Kensington, and American Canyon Road. Curb ramp replacements along sections of Chaucer and Kensington were also completed. Senate Bill 1 (SB1) and Measure T funding supported these projects. The Donaldson Way Sidewalk Project was also completed by Ghilotti creating pedestrian and bicycle access through town. This project was partially grant funded.

In 2019, completion an important upgrades to the facility resulted in better overall treatment performance and significant cost savings to operations and maintenance. The project involved rehabilitation of the headworks through widening and epoxy coating of existing channels, installation of new control panels, electrical upgrades, and installation of two million gallon per day drum screening units.

GREEN ISLAND ROAD Green Island Road improvements include a reconstruction of the industrial area’s roadways. These roadways will be designed to have a greater structural capacity to meet to­day’s demands and those of the future. Established in 2019, the Green Island Road Community Facilities District will provide a significant portion of the funding for the project. The California Northern Railroad will begin the recon­struction of the two railroad crossings associated with this project in 2020. Undergrounding of utilities will begin in 2021. American Canyon Road East

DEVLIN ROAD Devlin Road, located on the west side of Highway 29, is one of the two planned roadway extensions that will eventually provide parallel routes to the highway. As shown on page 14, in 2019, Napa County broke ground on the first of two final segments of Devin Road (Segment E across Fagan Creek to Tower Road). The City anticipates breaking ground on the last segment (Segment H from the railroad overpass to Green Island Road) in 2020. The final design of Segment H includes a large roundabout as shown below.

In 2020, we will continue to use SB1 and Measure T funding to improve road conditions. Areas selected are based on our pavement management program, taking into account underground utility needs and the available funding. This year’s street improvement plan will go to City Council in the Spring with a formal construction timeline in Summer/early Fall. To find out more about how these decisions are made, visit our website or call (707) 647-4558.

Devlin Road Segment H pictured below

LEGEND Napa Logistics Park Phase & Property Giovannoni Property Project Boundary

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THE FUTURE OF OUR COMMUNITY A DYNAMIC NEW COMMUNITY — WATSON RANCH SPECIFIC PLAN The Watson Ranch Specific Plan covers more than 300 acres on the east side of town and includes the ruins of a former basalt and cement plant. The area is situated north of Vintage Ranch and east of the Napa Junction Shopping Center. The Plan includes multi-faceted elements for a new town center (the Napa Valley Ruins and Gardens) and a new master planned residential development in an unparalleled setting unlike any other in the region. Watson Ranch will also include a new elementary school, multiple parks, and bike and pedestrian trails. Watson Ranch will enhance the fabric of American Canyon by linking the community through the completion of planned circulation improvements and by creating community gathering places.

Railroad and permits from the California Public Utilities Commission and Department of Transportation for the railroad crossing and connection to the highway via a new easterly extension of Rio Del Mar — the main east/west axis through the project. These permits, along with the required environmental approvals from the Regional Water Quality Control Board, US Army Corps of Engineers, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service, will make it possible to begin construction on the first phase of the Napa Valley Ruins and Gardens in late 2021. For regular updates on the progress of this exciting project, visit their website www.watsonranchproject.com.

In 2019, American Canyon 1, LLC, the master developer of the Watson Ranch project, received development approv­als from the City. The first phase of residential development, including up to 250 housing units, is expected to break ground in Fall 2020. Project managers are working on obtaining approval from the Union Pacific

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BROADWAY DISTRICT SPECIFIC PLAN

LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE AMCAN2040

The Broadway District (along the highway from American Canyon Road to Napa Junction Road) is our commercial core and Main Street. Approved by City Council in July 2019, the focus of the Broadway District Specific Plan is to create a safer, friendlier, and dependable experience for motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians. The Plan takes a straight-forward approach to encourage economic development. The idea is to relieve congestion while improving local access to commercial businesses. The goal of transforming the highway and surrounding area is to make the District more inviting for residents and visitors alike to meet, shop, dine, and stay to socialize.

In 2020, a two-year process to update our General Plan begins! The General Plan is the local government’s longterm blueprint for the future. It establishes the goals, policies, and direction we will take to achieve the vision of the community over the next 20 years. American Canyon has significantly changed since the adoption of our current Plan back in 1992. This update will ensure the City’s General Plan reflects current community needs and priorities. The Plan will also address new issues, changes in State law, and new trends.

In 2019, the Napa Junction III retail shopping center expanded with the opening of Verizon Wireless and Redwood Credit Union. In addition, the final section of the retail center was approved. This year, we anticipate welcoming a medical facility and a restaurant to complete the array of services available at this location. In 2020, we also look forward to the groundbreaking of a new hotel, Home2 Suites by Hilton, located near Palby’s Junction.

We encourage community members to stay engaged in the process and attend public workshops, City Council and Planning Commission meetings, and other events that we will announce throughout the process. To learn more and to join the email notifications list, visit www.amcan2040.org.

LEGEND Medium Density Residential MDR Proposed and Approved Development Southern Gateway Northern Gateway Local Serving Mixed-Use Downtown Core Business Park Broadway Residential Home Improvement

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OUR COMMUNITY WE INSPIRE FUN We love to provide creative opportunities to help our residents of all ages connect with one another, have fun, and live a healthy and active lifestyle. Through our recreation programs and partnerships with many great organizations, we aim to inspire fun and a sense of community through play. Last year, 5,182 people registered for our programs! Thanks to our valuable partnerships, we expanded our active adult programming offered at the Senior Multi-use Center, including new events and free classes, such as meditation and chair yoga. In 2020 we will continue expanding these efforts. We will also be celebrating the 10 year anniversary of our Senior Multi-Use Center with a fun event on May 8th. Details will be available at www.cityofamericancanyon.org/events.

TOGETHER WE CREATE COMMUNITY The best ways to create community are to bring everyone together to share in an experience, celebrate and honor the sacrifices and commitments of others and ourselves, create memories, try new things, learn from one another’s culture, and get lost in the Magic of the Season together! We host events throughout the year designed with all-inclusive activities for families, for all ages of our community to come together and do just that, and much more! In 2019, nearly 10,000 participants joined in the fun! You can find our events at www.cityofamericancanyon.org/events, we hope to see you out having fun and enjoying the community!

IMPROVING WHERE WE PLAY In 2019, we renovated the skate park and began to repair the basketball courts at Elliott and Northampton Parks, as well as the tennis courts at Elliott Park. The courts will open for play by Summer 2020 with an added bonus of pickleball, ping-pong, and badminton play. Additional improvements included replacement of playground surfaces at Shenandoah and Main Street Parks, replacement of the pool boiler at Phillip West Aquatic Center, and restoration of five miles of Newell Open Space’s upper loop trails. In 2020, we look forward to receiving Proposition 68 Grant funding and completing three park playground replacement projects. Thanks to our continued partnership with the American Canyon Community & Parks Foundation, we will be installing an outdoor fitness center by the Wetlands. For details or to support more projects like this, visit www.acparks.org. Pictured at right: Harvest Hoedown at the Senior Center Officer Ann Marie Carrizales & Retired US Army Sgt James Porterfield Rendering for new outdoor fitness center coming in 2020 Before & after of Northhampton Park sports court

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COMMUNITY PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

Napa Valley Unified School District (NVUSD) serves the communities of American Canyon, Napa, and Yountville. NVUSD is comprised of thirty schools serving 17,000+ students in transitional kindergarten through grade 12.

AMERICAN CANYON EDUCATION DEMOGRAPHICS

In 2019, Napa Junction Elementary celebrated the first day of school with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new campus set to open August 2021. Funded by Measure H, it will feature outdoor learning space and a state-of-the-art multi-use room.

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AMERICAN CANYON STUDENTS IN GRADES K - 12

In 2020, a modern, multi-use room will be built at American Canyon Middle School (ACMS) with new performing arts and music classrooms. Measure H funds will also address functional issues at ACMS and Donaldson Way Elementary, such as fixing leaking roofs, replacing HVAC units, and painting school exteriors. In addition, new synthetic athletic fields will be installed at American Canyon High School (ACHS) and ACMS.

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234

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NAPA VALLEY COLLEGE STUDENTS FROM AMERICAN CANYON

NAPA VALLEY COLLEGE ONLINE COURSES TAKEN BY AC STUDENTS

Dedicated to educational excellence and student success since opening in 1942, Napa Valley College has a rich tradition of educating generations of Napa Valley residents. Their state-of-the-art facilities attract students from a wide geographic area who want to take advantage of programs not offered elsewhere in the region. In 2019, NVC opened new classrooms at ACHS to provide for an enhanced educational experience for ACHS students. The Napa County Office of Education (NCOE) provides academic services and enrichment opportunities for students, teachers, and the community. They currently operate a California State Preschool Program at Napa Junction Elementary School. NCOE and NVUSD partner to provide high-quality Career Technical Education to students at ACHS in business, hospitality, construction trades, and sports medicine pathways. These courses prepare students for college and careers by bringing theory and practice together through hands-on instruction. NCOE also provides prevention, health, and wellness programs, including LifeSkills (a substance abuse and violence prevention program curriculum) at ACMS and ACHS. NCOE offers pedestrian and bicycle safety classes, as well as bike rodeos through the Safe Routes to School Program.

AMERICAN CANYON SCHOOLS

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NAPA VALLEY COLLEGE DEGREES & CERTIFICATES AWARDED TO AC STUDENTS

Below, representatives from Napa Valley College, Napa Valley Unified School District and the City of American Canyon gathered in August at American Canyon High School for a special ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the College’s classrooms at the high school and celebrate the collaboration and partnership between the two educational institutions.

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COMMUNITY PARTNERS IN BUSINESS AMERICAN CANYON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

The Chamber is a non-profit 501(c)6 serving as a catalyst for business growth and development, a convener of leaders and influencers, and a champion for American Canyon. THE CHAMBER AS A CATALYST

• Featured 12 businesses in the I AM, I CAN series • Hosted the Great American Canyon Quest; more than $1,000 generated for local businesses

• Welcomed 7 new businesses with ribbon cuttings,

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including Redwood Credit Union, Nelson Staffing, Verizon Wireless, Cinco’s Fresh Mex Grill, SportClips, LASO Nepalese Fusion, and Re/Max Gold Monthly Member Engagement Team Meet-ups brought in over $2,500 in additional revenue to more than 10 local businesses Local businesses promoted to nearly 2,000 individuals at the American Canyon Welcome Center and its hotel pop-up stands by employees and volunteers

There is a lot to look forward to in 2020, including the construction of a 350,000 square foot warehouse building in the Napa Logistics Park. Additionally, we look forward to the completion of 330,000 square foot warehouse building in conjunction with the SDG 330 Commerce Distribution Center. As noted on Page 10, economic activity along the highway was robust in 2019, including the opening of a new Verizon retail store. Several new projects are in store for 2020 including a new 4-story hotel located at the former strawberry patch.

THE CHAMBER AS CONVENER

• Hosted 20 community members at ACHS during four ACHS Community Learning Walks

• Coordinated education for 23 workers from Green

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Island businesses with English as a Second Language Course taught by NVUSD Adult Education Learning Center Assisted the City and KTVU in broadcasting American Canyon as part of the KTVU’s Zip Trip series Sold Explore American Canyon apparel at the Welcome Center and City events including the Reindeer Run

THE CHAMBER AS CHAMPION

• Hosted 44 socials in 2019, highlighting businesses and convening more than 200 business professionals

• Held 20 networking luncheons, which convened over 70 business professionals from the community

• American Canyon Executives Leads Group held over 50 meet-ups

• Planned and facilitated special events for additional

networking opportunities including the I AM, I CAN Installation and Awards Dinner, I AM, I CAN Golf tournament, and the Small Business Workshop series

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OUR COUNTY AT WORK ADDRESSING CLIMATE CHANGE

DEVLIN ROAD SEGMENT E

Napa County is committed to sound and effective management of our Valley’s natural resources, as well as preparing for and responding to the impacts of climate change. With these goals in mind, the County took several important steps in 2019 by:

Devlin Road Segment E: By early 2020, motorists will be driving on the long anticipated Devlin Road Segment E (between Airport Road and Tower Road). This segment will include a multi-use path for pedestrian and bicycle traffic on the east side of the road. More importantly, it will allow for greater mobility around the Airport Industrial Park and eventually south to the Green Island Industrial Area via Devlin Road Segment H (as shown on page 8).

• Agreeing to work jointly with American Canyon, Napa, Yountville, St. Helena, and Calistoga to develop a countywide greenhouse gas emissions reduction plan. • Creating a Groundwater Sustainability Agency to ensure the continued and proper management of groundwater supplies in our Valley.

Devlin Road Segment E

• Adopting the Water Quality and Tree Protection Ordinance to bolster protections for water quality and forests. • Partnering with the City of Napa to monitor jointly the Hennessy and Milliken Watersheds for three years to ensure the health and water quality of these two important reservoirs.

RENEWABLE ENERGY In 2019, our community saw the first major utility-scale solar installation in American Canyon, which will produce enough clean renewable energy to power 1,000 homes per year right here in Napa County. This project also led to a significant update to the County’s Renewable Energy Ordinance by including development standards for stand-alone utility scale facilities and accessory use renewable energy systems.

American Canyon’s solar field

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EXECUTIVE TEAM CONTACT INFORMATION City Manager

Jason Holley

jholley@cityofamericancanyon.org

(707) 647-5323

Assistant City Manager

Maria Ojeda

mojeda@cityofamericancanyon.org

(707) 647-5309

Finance Director

Christina Roybal

croybal@cityofamericancanyon.org

(707) 647-4362

City Attorney

William Ross

wross@lawross.com

(650) 843-8080

City Clerk

Suellen Johnston

sjohnston@cityofamericancanyon.org

(707) 647-5337

bcooper@cityofamericancanyon.org

(707) 647-4348

Community Development Director Brent Cooper Communications Manager

Jen Kansanback

jkansanback@cityofamericancanyon.org (707) 647-5355

Fire Chief

Glen Weeks

glenw@amcanfire.com

Parks and Recreation Director

Creighton Wright cwright@cityofamericancanyon.org

Police Chief

Oscar Ortiz

oscar.ortiz@countyofnapa.org

(707) 551-0600

Public Works Director

Rick Kaufman

rkaufman@cityofamericancanyon.org

(707) 647-4366

Deputy Public Works Director

Felix Hernandez

fhernandez@cityofamericancanyon.org (707) 647-4525

American Canyon City Hall & Parks and Recreation Office 4381 Broadway Street, Suite 201 American Canyon, CA 94503 General (707) 647-4360 Parks and Rec (707) 648-7275

(707) 551-0650 (707) 648-7275

Public Safety Building 911 Donaldson Way East American Canyon, CA 94503 Emergency - 911 Non-Emergency (707) 551-0600 Dispatch (707) 253-4451


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