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Findings and Recommendations 10 findings
F1
the condition of the streets and roads in Napa County has been judged to be among the worst in the nine Bay Area counties.
No recommendations for this finding
F2
the local governments in Napa County have little to no control over the sources of funding for road maintenance and improvements.
Related Recommendations (2)
R1
the Board of Supervisors place on the ballot at the next scheduled election or at any subsequent election which takes place prior to the end of the year 2008, a ballot measure calling for a dedicated sales tax for the express and sole purpose of providing street and road maintenance and related street and road improvements in the County of Napa and its local municipalities.
R2
the County of Napa join with other jurisdictions to seek action by the State Legislature to index the gasoline tax to an inflation factor.
F3
the existing revenue sources are not sufficient to improve the deteriorating streets and roads in Napa County.
Related Recommendations (2)
R1
the Board of Supervisors place on the ballot at the next scheduled election or at any subsequent election which takes place prior to the end of the year 2008, a ballot measure calling for a dedicated sales tax for the express and sole purpose of providing street and road maintenance and related street and road improvements in the County of Napa and its local municipalities.
R2
the County of Napa join with other jurisdictions to seek action by the State Legislature to index the gasoline tax to an inflation factor.
F4
County Roads Department Budget a. the current annual budget of the County Roads Department is approximately $7,000,000, which barely covers minimum maintenance standards. b. to bring the condition of the roads up to the PCI “good” level, an additional $11,700,000 per year would be needed above the current annual budgeted amount. c. an investment of more than $200,000,000 is needed over a 25-year period to bring all Napa County paved roads into a “good” PCI level.
No recommendations for this finding
F5
the imbalance in the County of Napa and its local municipalities between the roads maintenance and capital improvements needs and the existing revenue sources can not be remedied by increased efficiencies or by reducing programs and services.
No recommendations for this finding
F6
new sources of revenues to fund streets and roads maintenance needs and related capital improvement projects must be found in order to maintain a safe and reliable transportation system for local citizens and visitors to the County and its cities.
Related Recommendations (2)
R1
the Board of Supervisors place on the ballot at the next scheduled election or at any subsequent election which takes place prior to the end of the year 2008, a ballot measure calling for a dedicated sales tax for the express and sole purpose of providing street and road maintenance and related street and road improvements in the County of Napa and its local municipalities.
R2
the County of Napa join with other jurisdictions to seek action by the State Legislature to index the gasoline tax to an inflation factor.
F7
the County of Napa receives no matching funding from the Federal or State governments because it has no “self-help” tax such as a dedicated sales tax, thereby losing access to millions of dollars in matching funds from the federal and state governments.
Related Recommendations (1)
R1
the Board of Supervisors place on the ballot at the next scheduled election or at any subsequent election which takes place prior to the end of the year 2008, a ballot measure calling for a dedicated sales tax for the express and sole purpose of providing street and road maintenance and related street and road improvements in the County of Napa and its local municipalities.
F8
there is a need to establish a formal standard for repair of road damage and to fill the vacant Assistant Road Coordinator position.
Related Recommendations (1)
R4
formal standards be adopted and implemented for road repairs of potholes and after-construction cuts and a qualified person be hired to inspect and approve these repairs.
F9
FEMA reimbursement is often delayed because of improper recordkeeping in emergency situations and because of incomplete or improperly produced requests for reimbursement. 10
Related Recommendations (1)
R3
an employee of Public Works be FEMA trained, assigned to the task of recordkeeping in emergency situations, and responsible for the completion of requests for reimbursement of emergency repairs.
F10
the County of Napa Public Works Safety manual is out of date and requires revision to come into compliance with current safety standards.
Related Recommendations (1)
R5
the County Public Works Safety Manual be brought up to date with current safety regulations. REQUEST FOR RESPONSES The 2007-2008 Grand Jury requests responses from:
Commendations 2
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CM1 Page 15The Fleet Manager of the City of Napa Public Works Department is to be commended for his aggressive approach to the revamping of the City’s fleet of vehicles.
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CM2 Page 22The Grand Jury commends NCJH staff and administration for their dedication and positive outlook toward reducing recidivism through rehabilitation.
No Responses Found 2
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