Napa Tour
Join us for a walking tour of downtown City of Napa, where we’ll explore its vibrant public spaces, rich Latino heritage, and thriving foodie culture. This unique experience brings together local experts to highlight a Californian gem that is a gateway to Napa Valley Wine Country. Learn how Napa transformed a major flood control challenge into a nationally recognized model for integrating infrastructure, open space, and downtown revitalization. As we walk, taste, and talk, you’ll gain insight into the region’s agricultural roots, community resilience, and innovative planning. Come experience Napa’s story firsthand—and be inspired.
Additional Details
Event Cost - 25$
APA member cost - 25$
Credits pending or approved - N/A
Speaker names
Brendan Hurley has both public and private sector experience in urban design and planning. His passion is to create dynamic and interesting places through distinct design principles in landscape, architecture, and planning.
Alberto Esqueda Alberto holds a strong background in transportation planning. Currently, he works as the Train Control Upgrade Project Planner at
SFMTA, where he contributes to critical transportation initiatives. As a Napa native, his experience also includes nearly a decade at the Napa Valley Transportation Authority, providing him with unique insights into both regional and local planning challenges and the city's evolving planning environment.
James Rojas is an urban planner, community activist, and artist. He has developed an innovative public-engagement and community-visioning tool. And has written extensively on the Latino built environment.