TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Ryan J. Alsop, Chief Executive Officer
REPORT BY: Andrew M. Mize, Legislative & Policy Analyst
SUBJECT: Statement Regarding Economic and Community Impacts of Labor Strife at Westlake Royal Stone Solutions
RECOMMENDATION
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Approve a “Statement on Economic and Community Impacts of Labor Strife.” (No Fiscal Impact)
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BACKGROUND
This matter is before the Board upon referral to staff at its regular meeting on December 16, 2025. The proposed proclamation expresses concern about the economic strife faced by striking employees at Westlake Royal Stone Solutions, recognizes the economic value of Westlake as a Napa County employer, and urges the parties to work diligently to resolve their labor dispute.
FISCAL IMPACT
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Is there a Fiscal Impact? |
No |
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Is it Mandatory or Discretionary? |
Discretionary |
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Discretionary Justification: |
Approval of the item is aligned with the Board’s strategic initiatives, specifically its vision for a vibrant and thriving county and its goal to foster livable and opportunity-rich communities. |
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Consequences if not approved: |
If your Board does not want to approve this proclamation, it may alternatively modify the proclamation and seek its return at a later meeting or decline to adopt the proclamation altogether. |
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The proposed action is not a project as defined by 14 California Code of Regulations 15378 (State CEQA Guidelines) and therefore CEQA is not applicable.