Fairgrounds Advisory Committee

The Fairgrounds Advisory Committee was established in March 2025 by Resolution No. 2025-20. The Committee serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council and the Fairgrounds Director, offering ongoing guidance, research, and recommendations to support the revitalization of the Calistoga Fairgrounds.

2025 Fairgrounds Advisory Committee Work Plan

The annual Fairgrounds Advisory Committee Work Plan(PDF, 61KB) was adopted by the City Council on March 11, 2025. 

  1. Assist in Conducting Data Collection and Soliciting Community Input
  2. Research & Analyze Grant Funding for the Fairgrounds Development
  3. Research & Evaluate Fairgrounds Infrastructure Projects that Provide Revenue Generation

 

Advisory Committee Members and Support Staff

MEMBERS

David Gates, Member
Karen Jensen, Co-Chair
Shane Pavitt, Chair
William Squire, Member
Hal Taylor, Member

CITY COUNCIL LIAISONS

Donald Williams, Mayor
Lisa Gift, Councilmember  

STAFF LIAISON

Sheli Wright, Fairgrounds Revitalization Director

SECRETARY

Yudiana Galvan, City Clerk
Shannon Mattingly, Executive Assistant