Public Comment

Welcome to Public Comment. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we're going to talk politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
In Episode 05, we discuss the state of Napa Valley's wine industry. We address the local and global pressures impacting the wine industry today more than ever, while talking about the realities and challenges of being successful in one of the finest wine regions in the world.

Welcome to Public Comment. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we're going to talk politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
In Episode 05, we discuss the state of Napa Valley's wine industry. We address the local and global pressures impacting the wine industry today more than ever, while talking about the realities and challenges of being successful in one of the finest wine regions in the world.

Welcome to Public Comment. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we're going to talk politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
In Episode 04, we discuss the vision - or lack thereof - for the future of the Napa Valley. What roles will agriculture, the wine industry and tourism play in Napa Valley's future? How will economic and environmental sustainability coexist? How do we allow for measured growth while protecting what makes Napa Valley so special?

Welcome to Public Comment. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we're going to talk politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
In Episode 04, we discuss the vision - or lack thereof - for the future of the Napa Valley. What roles will agriculture, the wine industry and tourism play in Napa Valley's future? How will economic and environmental sustainability coexist? How do we allow for measured growth while protecting what makes Napa Valley so special?

Welcome to Public Comment. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we're going to talk politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
In Episode 03, we talk about the more than 500 registered 501c3 non-profits operating in Napa County and discuss if consolidation or a reduction in individual organizations would extend the philanthropy dollars that are critical to deliver services to the people in our community who need them.

Welcome to Public Comment. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we're going to talk politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.
In Episode 03, we talk about the more than 500 registered 501c3 non-profits operating in Napa County and discuss if consolidation or a reduction in individual organizations would extend the philanthropy dollars that are critical to deliver services to the people in our community who need them.

Welcome to Public Comment. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we're going to talk politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. We're going to be candid and uncensored, which might make some people uncomfortable. We're OK with that.
In Episode 02, we talk about NIMBYism and the impacts of a "Not In My Back Yard" mentality that generates opposition to development and progress in communities.

Welcome to Public Comment. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we're going to talk politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. We're going to be candid and uncensored, which might make some people uncomfortable. We're OK with that.
In Episode 02, we talk about NIMBYism and the impacts of a "Not In My Back Yard" mentality that generates opposition to development and progress in communities.

Welcome to Public Comment. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we're going to talk politics, people and whatever else is on our minds. We're going to be candid and uncensored, which might make some people uncomfortable. We're OK with that.
In our first episode, we recap our careers as elected officials and discuss the pressures and enjoyment of public service.