County of Napa - Board of Supervisors June 16, 2026

The Napa County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on June 16, 2026, which included extensive discussions on the county's fiscal year 2026-2027 recommended budget. Key procurement-related topics included the acceptance of the certificate of sufficiency for the Napa County Wildfire Preparedness Watershed Protection and Open Space Preservation Act of 2026, which proposes a half-cent sales tax to fund wildfire mitigation and open space preservation, with an expected annual revenue of approximately $23-24 million. The board unanimously voted to place this measure on the November 2026 ballot. The meeting also covered a budget presentation detailing general fund allocations, capital improvement projects, internal service funds, and enterprise funds, with particular attention to fund balances, departmental appropriations, and capital project budgeting processes. Discussions addressed the need for sustainable funding for wildfire preparedness, facility improvements including surplus property declarations and tenant improvements, and the financial challenges faced by agricultural stakeholders due to groundwater sustainability fees. The board considered public comments from various stakeholders, including fire safety advocates, land trusts, vintners, and agricultural representatives, emphasizing the importance of balancing fiscal responsibility with community needs. Several public hearings on special district budgets and assessments were conducted, with most items scheduled for final adoption at a subsequent meeting. The board also discussed internal service fund charges, fleet management, and risk management policies, highlighting ongoing efforts to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The meeting concluded with plans to continue deliberations on groundwater sustainability fees and other budget items at the next session on June 23, 2026.