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RFP Procurement Services: PreProposal Conference
08/7/08
NCTPA will conduct a Pre-Proposal Conference on Friday, August 8, 2008 at 10 am PST, in the NCTPA Conference Room, 707 Randolph St, in downtown Napa. Dial-up tele-conference access is available by calling 1-888-327-8894, then enter the Passcode 9692601. If you have any questions contact acardoso@nctpa.net or fax to 707-259-8638.
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RFP for Procurement Services
08/5/08
The Napa County Transportation and Planning Agency (NCTPA) is requesting proposals for procurement services.
The requirements for submitting a proposal can be found on the NCTPA web site under the 'Job/Contracting Opportunities' link under "About NCTPA" on our web page which is www.nctpa.net. The request for proposal will be posted on Friday, August 1, 2008.
Proposals are due by Noon PST on Friday, September 5, 2008 to NCTPA, 707 Randolph Street, Suite 100, Napa, CA. 94559. There is a pre-proposal conference scheduled for 10:00 AM PST, Friday, August 8, 2008 in the NCTPA Conference Room located at 707 Randolph Street, Napa, California. Please consult the posted RFP for submittal details. For questions contact NCTPA at acardoso@nctpa.net or by fax at (707) 259-8638.
New Trolley Service to Marriott Hotel & Spa
07/25/08
Beginning Wednesday, August 6, 2008 the Downtown Napa Trolley will provide direct service between downtown Napa and the Marriott Hotel & Spa. To learn more please call the VINE Customer Service Office at 707-251-2800.
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Napa County Growth Summit
06/13/08
The NCTPA will host the first ever Napa Communities Growth Summit on Friday, June 13th at Napa High School’s Cafeteria at 2475 Jefferson Street in Napa from 8:30 am to 3:45 pm. City, Town and County officials will convene to discuss long term issues regarding government imposed state housing, economic growth and population growth over the next 30 years.
“This is an opportunity for the public to learn about future growth in each of the communities and an opportunity for greater collaboration”, said NCTPA Chair Mayor Leon Garcia. “Those attending the Growth Summit will hear from policy makers about challenges facing each community and the prospect of greater collaboration as we move ahead.
The Growth Summit is free and open to the public. For additional information call NCTPA at 707-259-8631.
Paratransit Coordinating Council Vacancy
05/21/08
Napa County Transportation and Planning Agency is accepting applications to fill a vacancy on the Paratransit Coordinating Council (PCC). The PCC is comprised of eleven volunteer members, who serve in an advisory capacity to the NCTPA Board of Directors. The PCC provides input and recommendation to the Board on matters that improve the availability of transportation services for persons with special needs and seniors, while meeting the needs of the general public. Contact Deborah Brunner at 259-8778 or dbrunner@nctpa.net.
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Trolley: 1st Street Bridge Closure
05/21/08
Beginning mid-June 2008 the First Street Bridge (at COPIA) will be closed for construction and the Trolley service will be detoured. Contact the VINE Customer Service Office at 707-251-2800 or visit the City of Napa website at www.cityofnapa.org for additional information.
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VINE Updates Routes 4, 6 and 10 Schedules
08/28/07
Effective Monday, September 10th, VINE Routes 4, 6 and 10 will have new, updated schedules. The updated schedules will be available on Friday, September 7th at the VINE Transit Center or at www.NapaValleyVINE.net.
Please call or visit the VINE Customer Service Office at 707-251-2800 or 1151 Pearl Street in downtown Napa next to Mervyn's.
VINE Service Revamped for Efficiency
08/1/07
On Monday, August 6, 2007 the VINE Transit system will implement new Napa City and Regional Route 10 maps and schedules brochures. The Napa City brochure has combined VINE Route 1 through 6 maps and schedules into one convenient piece. The Regional Route 10 map and schedule includes maps and timetables for Route 11 and Community Shuttles as well.
For additional information contact Adriann Cardoso at 707-259-8635 or the VINE Customer Service Office at 707-251-2800.
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Launch of VINE Voice Newsletter
07/19/07
The VINE Transit System can now be heard... The VINE Voice will feature articles, important dates, Rider Alerts and other information about the VINE, the Napa Downtown Trolley and FlexRide services. Stay informed with the VINE Voice.
Want to learn more ... pick up a copy of the VINE Voice while on the bus or at the VINE Transit Center.
NCTPA Changes Its Charter
03/25/07
NCTPA has changed to become a countywide forum for the discussion of a broader range of issues that affect the entire County, including such topics as the environment and the establishment of a countywide Arts Commission.
To learn more open this link, or contact Jim Leddy, NCTPA Executive Director, at 707-259-8634.
Notification of VINE and VINE Go Fare Increases
02/8/07
New VINE and VINE Go one-way cash fares and VINE 20-Ride Punch Pass price to increase effective Monday, March 5, 2007.
After a five month process that included outreach, public hearings and meetings, the VINE and VINE Go fares will be increased. Over the past ten years the operating cost have increased significantly, but NCTPA was able to hold-off fare increases. However, after steadily rising fuel and vehicle insurance costs, and the necessity to increase drivers' wages, we are now required to increased passenger fares to be able to continue to provide these important and vital transportation services.
To save some money, before March 5th, the public is encouraged to purchase the VINE 20-Ride Punch Pass and VINE Monthly Pass at the current rate, and use them after March 5th. That's right, buy now and use them later.
For additional information on fares or passes, please contact the VINE Customer Service Office at 707-251-2800.
New FlexRide Service
02/7/07
Beginning on January 17th, the VINE will begin operating the new FlexRide to provide additional evening service within the City of Napa. Service features:
Call 707-251-2800 and reserve your trip today!
Local Review of Proposed Transportation Sales Tax
Presentations of NCTPA request for review and comment on the Draft Transportation Sales Tax Expenditure Plan and Ordinance and Approval of Authority Structure will be made at each member agency council meetings.
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NCTPA Appoints New Chair and Vice Chair
At the November 2006 NCTPA Board meeting, the Board unanimously appointed American Canyon Mayor Leon Garcia as the new NCTPA Chair. Jim Krider, councilmember with the City of Napa, was appointed NCTPA Vice Chair.
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New Phone Number for American Canyon Transit
Effective July 1, 2006 you can now call the American Canyon Transit service, also known as "The Duck", at 707-557-7557 to schedule a trip or to contact the customer service office.
Efectivo el 1º de julio, 2006 puedes llamar American Canyon Transit, “The Duck”, al 557-7557 para reservar un viaje o hablar con el servicio de cliente.
Call for Lifeline Transportation Projects
The Napa County Transportation Planning Agency (NCTPA) announces a call for projects to be funded through the Metropolitan Transportation Commission. The purpose of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission Lifeline Transportation Program is to fund projects that result in improved mobility for low-income residents. Applications are due to NCTPA, 707 Randolph Street, Suite 100, Napa, CA. 94559 on Wednesday, July 12th by 4:00 PM.
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Draft Program Environmental Impact Report (PIER)
The Napa Valley Transportation Authority (NVTA) is proposing a Transportation Improvement Expenditure Plan and accompanying Sales Tax Ordinance to fund and implement transportation projects throughout Napa County. For report...click here
Local Review of Proposed Transportation Sales Tax
A series of meetings are scheduled with each Napa Valley Transportation Authority (NVTA) member agency, including a public workshop in American Canyon, to review the final transportation sales tax expenditure plan proposed for the June 2006 Napa County ballot.
Dates and Locations:
For additional information call 707-259-8631
New VINE and VINE Go Fares
New VINE and VINE Go fares became effective March 5, 2007. The price of the VINE 20-Ride Punch Pass was increased: $23 for Adults, $18 for Youth and $11 for Seniors, disabled individuals and Medicare Card holders. The price of the VINE Monthly Pass has not changed: $40 Adults, $30 Youth and $20 for Seniors, disabled individuals and Medicare Card holders. The re-introduced VINE Day Pass is now offered at new lower prices and is good for unlimited trips on any VINE route: $4 for Adults, $3 for Youth and $2 for Seniors, disabled individuals and Medicare Card holders.
VINE Go fares are based on distance traveled and fares have increased for local and regional trips. VINE Go is now introducing a 'Same City' fare of $2 for trips that begin and end in the same city.
To assist passengers transition to the new VINE and VINE Go fares, the services will be fare lenient for 2 weeks.
For additional information on fares or passes, please contact the VINE Customer Service Office at 707-251-2800.
IMPORTANT DATES
Bicycle Advisory Committee
08/1/08
The next BAC meeting will be held on Monday, August 25, 2008 at 5:30 pm in the NCTPA Conference Room. For additional information contact Eliot Hurwitz at 707-259-8782.
NCTPA/NVTA Board Meeting
07/25/08
The next regular meeting of the Napa County Tansportation and Planning Agency will be held Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at 1:30 pm in the NCTPA Conference Room. NCTPA is located at 707 Randolph Street in downtown Napa. For additional information contact Karrie Sanderlin at 707-259-8633.
VINE Consumer Advisory Committee
07/18/08
The next regular VCAC meeting will be held on Thursday, September 11, 2008 at 6 pm in the NCTPA Conference Room. Please note that effective in September 2008 the VCAC will meet on the second Thursdays, bi-monthly. For additional information contact Debbie Schwarzbach at 707-259-8327.
Technical Advisory Committee
07/3/08
The July TAC meeting has been canceled. The next TAC meeting will be held Thursday, September 11, 2008 at 2 pm in the NCTPA Conference Room, located at 707 Randolph Street in downtown Napa. Beginning in July 2008 the TAC meetings will be held the second Thursdays bi-monthly. For additional information contact NCTPA at 707-259-8631.
Paratransit Coordinating Council
07/3/08
The July PCC meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held Thursday, September 11, 2008 at 10 am in the NCTPA Conference Room. Beginning September 11, 2008 the PCC meetings will be held bi-monthly at the new time of 10 am. For additional information contact Deborah Brunner at 707-259-8778.
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DIRECTOR'S UPDATE
Board Actions January - June 2008
06/25/08
The attachment summarizes recent, significant actions taken by the NCTPA Board of Directors. For additional information contact Jim Leddy, Executive Director, at 707-259-8634.
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