TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Ryan J. Alsop, County Executive Officer
REPORT BY: Thomas Zeleny, Chief Deputy County Counsel
SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Continuing the State of Local Emergency Due to Pervasive Tree Mortality
RECOMMENDATION
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County Executive Officer requests adoption of a Resolution continuing the State of Local Emergency due to pervasive tree mortality in Napa County.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On September 13, 2022, the Board of Supervisors proclaimed a State of Local Emergency due to pervasive tree mortality in Napa County, pursuant to Resolution No. 2022-132. Government Code section 8630(c) requires local agencies to revisit proclamations of local emergency at least once every 60 days until the local emergency is terminated. If adopted by the Board, the proposed resolution will continue the State of Local Emergency due to pervasive tree mortality in Napa County, and extend the emergency powers of County officials as set forth in Resolution No. 2022-132.
On September 5, 2023, Napa County sent a letter to Congressman Thompson seeking federal support to manage the Mediterranean Oak Borer, one of the invasive species attacking native trees in Napa Valley. Napa County is seeking funding to understand the biology of this beetle, determine its spread, identify an effective means of management, and for removal and disposal of infected trees on public and private property.
FISCAL & STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
Is there a Fiscal Impact?
No
Is it currently budgeted?
No
Is it Mandatory or Discretionary?
Discretionary
Discretionary Justification:
To seek and be eligible for state and federal assistance to address the emergency.
Is the general fund affected?
No
Future fiscal impact:
Staff cost of placing this item on the Board agenda every 60 days for renewal until termination.
Consequences if not approved:
Pervasive tree mortality in Napa County could constitute a significant threat to the economic and environmental health and safety of persons and pr...
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