Napa Measure G Report Details Road, Park And Public Safety Investments

The City of Napa's first Measure G annual report outlines $14.15 million in paving projects, alongside investments in parks, public safety and other services. Most of the sales tax revenue is currently directed toward the Public Works Department for street safety and infrastructure improvements.

Voters approved Measure G on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, raising the sales tax rate from 7.75% to 8.75%. It took effect Tuesday, April 1, 2025, and is projected to generate about $22 million annually. Revenue totaled $5,696,155 in fiscal year 2024-25, exceeding the $5,140,000 budgeted.

Beyond the $14.15 million for paving projects, allocations include $1.5 million for the general paving program, $900,000 for concrete and sidewalk repairs and $250,000 for storm drain work. Another $100,000 annually supports community-requested traffic safety improvements. Measure G has supported $3.3 million in paving in the Westwood neighborhood, along with repairs on portions of Jefferson Street, Main Street, Pearl Street, Third Street, Solano Avenue and Trancas Street.

Other investments include $10 million for recreational asset development, $2.7 million for park improvements and $2 million for renovations at four fire stations. The report also lists $3.6 million for emergency response, including police positions, a fire emergency services manager and the Youth Services Bureau. A five-member citizen oversight committee reviews spending.

Upcoming road work includes sections of Soscol Avenue, California Boulevard, Trower Avenue, Coombsville Road and Redwood Drive. Residents can read the annual report for spending details and the full list of completed and planned street repairs.