We heard your feedback that our Enewsletter can be VERY long at time. So we are trying something new! A supporting Blog post which contains more news and information that would have otherwise been found in the Enewsletter. No more endless scrolling. YAY!

We are still working through this new format. We thank you for your patience as we figure out what is best. We expect over the next few weeks we will get this honed in and it will be even better.

Thank you for all your support and have a great weekend!

Whitney Diver McEvoy

President & CEO, Yountville Chamber of Commerce

Kerr Cellars is a boutique winery based around a small, passionate team of award-winning wine professionals. Our Napa Valley and Sonoma County wines are made in classic styles inspired by the great wines of Bordeaux and Burgundy, yet they are definitely Californian in their balance of finesse and opulence. We source our grapes from the finest vineyards throughout the valleys and obsess over every detail from the health of the vineyard soils to the grain structure of our oak barrels. We do this because it is our passion to craft extraordinary, terroir-focused wines. Learn More.

Important CA Legislative Updates

PAGA

Since its introduction in 2004, the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) has enabled individuals to file lawsuits not only for their own Labor Code violations but also for those affecting other employees. This has led to a surge in litigation, costing businesses billions annually with minimal benefits to workers.

On July 1, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed two new PAGA reform laws aimed at curbing misuse and reducing potential penalties. These reforms allow employers to demonstrate reasonable efforts toward compliance with wage and hour laws, thus mitigating some of the financial risks associated with PAGA claims.

To support employers in navigating these changes, we are offering the PAGA Wage and Hour Compliance Toolkit. This comprehensive resource includes over 60 digital and physical tools to help businesses adhere to California’s wage and hour regulations effectively. Purchase Toolkit.

Employment Poster Updates for 2025

Starting January 1, 2025, employers in California will need to update two key workplace posters. First, the Workers’ Compensation Notice to Employees must now include information about employees’ rights to consult a licensed attorney and the fact that attorney’s fees are typically paid from the injured employee’s recovery. Second, the whistleblower rights notice will need to adhere to new requirements, including using a font larger than 14 point and displaying the whistleblower hotline number. AB 2299 mandates that a model notice will be provided by the California Labor Commissioner to ensure compliance. Despite the option for electronic distribution, employers must still physically post these notices in the workplace. Keep these changes in mind for your 2025 poster needs, and note that CalChamber’s updated posters will be available for pre-order starting October 1. Read Full Update.

NEW FOR MEMBERS: California Paid Family Leave Grant 

Yountville Chamber Partners with California Paid Family Leave Grant to Get Money into the Hands of Small Business

Yountville Chamber is pleased to announce its partnership with California Paid Family Leave Grant (CPFLG). CPFLG allows eligible small businesses in California with 1-100 employees with at least one (1) employee utilizing California’s Paid Family Leave program to apply for grants up to $2,000 per employee to offset the increased costs associated with the employee out on leave. 

California’s Paid Family Leave program allows California workers to take paid leave to bond with a new child (through birth, adoption, or foster care), to care for a seriously ill family member, or to participate in a qualifying event because of a family member’s military deployment.

Businesses impacted by California’s Paid Family Leave program will have increased costs such as training and upskilling existing staff to cover the duties of the employee on California’s Paid Family Leave; hiring and training additional staff to cover the duties of the employee on California’s Paid Family Leave; and marketing, recruitment, and other reasonably foreseeable training costs. 

For more information, eligibility details, and to apply, visit CaliforniaPFL.com.

Thursday, September 5
4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Ghost Block Estate Wines

The Yountville Chamber of Commerce is excited to invite you to our September Associate Member Happy Hour. Join your fellow Associate Members and enjoy light bites and wines provided by our gracious host.

Thursday, August 15
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Barnhouse Napa

Join us for an exciting professional development event featuring an entrepreneur, leader, and philanthropist in our local community, Arik Housley. Arik will be sharing his experiences and knowledge on two pivotal topics: “Keys to Becoming an Emerging Leader” and “Keys to Sales Success.”

Learn about the traits that make effective leaders, the importance of listening in both leadership and sales, and how to earn respect and achieve sales success. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and engage in an interactive Q&A session.

Check out our latest Member to Member benefit list below. Remember to review the details, call ahead to confirm the availability of the discount, and have your membership card handy.

If you require additional membership cards (the Member to Member discount is available to all employees of your business) or if you wish to add an offer to the list, please contact whitney@yountville.com

Member to Member Benefits 

Does your business have an upcoming event? It’s your time to submit your events. Get your event in front of the tens of thousands of visitors to Yountville.com each month.

In August, Napa Valley wineries gear up for harvest and all indications are that 2024 is another great vintage. This month, the early ripening grape varieties start their journey from the vineyard to the winery. Fun fact: the first grapes to be harvested are used for the region’s famous sparkling wines that you can find at Yountville’s CHANDON among others.

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Yountville’s 3,000 residents and Napa Valley residents at large love Yountville’s small-town feel, walkable art lined streets, world-class dining, and easy-going, yet elegant vibe. For visitors of Yountville, the locals have one tip – do as the locals do. Take your time, talk to your neighbor, and enjoy all that this town has to offer. Whether you’re looking for something to sip, eat, a pick-me-up, or a great boutique, it’s easy to find the local favorites—they are all around you.  

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