When it comes to wildfire, no single person alone can protect a community. The Napa Communities Firesafe Foundation is made up of neighborhood Fire Safe Councils (FSCs) who join forces to effectively reduce and prevent wildfire losses by mobilizing residents to protect their homes, communities and environments from wildfire. Our Fire Safe Councils are often sparked by a catalyst – perhaps a recent fire or a group of neighbors eager to spread a fire safe message – then embraced by the community, which turns that initial interest into a committed group that finds ways to empower the residents to do their part to make the community safer.
Our FSCs are working hard to educate homeowners about Fire Safe activities while working with local fire officials to design and implement projects that increase the wildfire survivability of their communities. Many of our Fire Safe Councils have successfully implemented such projects as hazardous fuel reduction projects, community wildfire protection planning, and homeowner training. Two excellent examples of this are the Angwin Fire Safe Council and the Mt. Veeder Fire Safe Council.
Fire Safe Councils
Following is a list of current Fire Safe Councils with contact information.
Even if you do not reside within one of these areas, you are still critical in helping us prevent wildfires. To stay informed and help first responders know about you and your property, complete the information we use in the event of a crisis situation.
Angwin
Peter Lecourt, NCFF Liaison
Paula Peterson, FSC Co-Lead
Margo Kennedy, FSC Co-Lead
Atlas Peak
Tom Vreeland, FSC Lead
Berryessa Estates
Clinton Heise, FSC Lead
John Hallman
Gail Bickett
Berryessa Highlands
Susan Sedillo, FSC Lead
Evan Kilkus, FSC Alternate
Calistoga
Piper Cole, NCFF Liaison
Deer Park
Christopher Thompson, NCFF Liaison/FSC Lead
Roger Lutz, FSC Co Lead
Diamond Mountain
Jerry Newell, NCFF Liaison/FSC Lead
Dawnine Dyer, FSC Co-Lead
Gordon Valley
Mt. Veeder/Dry Creek
Joe Nordlinger, FSC Lead
Silverado
Susan Deringer, FSC Co-Lead
Renee Acosta, FSC Co-Lead
Soda Canyon
Barbara Guggia, FSC Co-Lead
Cindy Grupp, FSC Co-Lead
St. Helena
Grant Showley, FSC Lead