TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Christine Brice?o, Director of Human Resources
REPORT BY: Joy Cadiz, Staff Services Manager
SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Amending the Table and Index of Classes
RECOMMENDATION
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Adopt a Resolution to amend the Table and Index of Classes to add Defensible Space Inspector, effective March 26, 2024. (No Fiscal Impact; Discretionary)
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BACKGROUND
The Napa County Fire Hazard Abatement Ordinance requires property owners located in the unincorporated areas of the County to maintain a defensible space under the Napa County Defensible Space Guidelines. The Defensible Space Inspector (DSI) classification has been created to assist in recruitment efforts and to accurately reflect the duties the position is responsible for. DSIs will be responsible for the inspection of each parcel in unincorporated Napa County on a three-year cycle. DSIs will work with homeowners to understand the requirements and advise on pathways toward compliance. DSIs will also work with those who are not in compliance in partnership with Code Compliance Officers to develop a compliance plan by way of homeowner investment or legal action. The requested action is to add the newly created classification to the Table and Index of Classes only. Any request for positions will include cost and a request for resources.
FISCAL IMPACT
Is there a Fiscal Impact?
No
Is it Mandatory or Discretionary?
Discretionary
Discretionary justification:
The DSI classification was created as the appropriate classification to conduct inspections to ensure compliance with Napa County Defensible Space Guidelines.
Is the general fund affected?
No
Consequences if not approved:
The appropriate classification will not be available to perform seasonal inspection work to ensure compliance and reduce fire hazards.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: The proposed action is not a project as defined by 14 California Code of Regulations 15378 (State CEQA Guidelines) and ther...
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