Chamber Committees

Chamber programs and events are driven by member volunteers. Listed below are the current Chamber Committees. If you are a Chamber member and are interested in joining a committee, send us an email with your contact information and the Committee you would like to join and the Chamber office will contact you.

Ambassador Program

The Ambassador Program is designed to assist the American Canyon Chamber of Commerce in helping promote individual businesses as well as the chamber itself to the greatest extent possible within the chamber guidelines.

Chief Ambassador: Erin Heeley, Wine Country Creations

Purpose:

The Ambassador Program is designed to assist the American Canyon Chamber of Commerce in helping promote individual businesses as well as the chamber itself to the greatest extent possible within the chamber guidelines.

Qualifications:

• An Ambassador must be a member in good standing with the American Canyon Chamber of Commerce.
• An Ambassador should be a professional in a position which allows flexibility to meet the responsibilities of membership.
• An Ambassador should be knowledgeable about chamber services, programs, activities and the business community.
• An Ambassador should be instrumental in the promotion of the chamber and its members and constantly set the stage for the new membership growth and existing membership retention.

Responsibilities:

• Attend Mixers
• Attend Ribbon Cuttings and Grand Openings
• Attend Monthly Ambassador Meetings
• Assist in New Membership and Membership Retention
• Assist with Events

Governmental Affairs

Chairman: Mark Joseph, personal membership

Our Vision:

To influence governmental policies, programs and regulations to improve the business community in American Canyon.

Our Strategy:

Review proposed Local, State and/or Federal legislation, regulations and ordinances and take positions when appropriate. Develop working relationships with Local, State and Federal lawmakers and their staff. Research and advocate for new or revised programs or legislation to assist local businesses. Educate business and the community through results of questionnaires, public forums, etc. regarding political candidates and their effect on American Canyon.

Current Issues & Legislation

• TOT (Transient Occupancy Tax) Measure to increase our current rate from 10% to 12% which makes us even with the rest of the Napa Valley.
• TBID (Tourism Business Improvement District) - City Council approved a 2% assessment to be attached to visitors using our hotels. This is a countywide assessment where 1 1/2 % goes to countywide tourism efforts and ½% comes back to our city to market American Canyon exclusively.
• Casino Room Tax - Currently a $2 per person tax for everyone that plays cards at the Napa Valley Casino. This item is still being discussed at the City council level.