On May 24th the Amador County Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance to officially establish the Amador County Wine Heritage District (ACWHD). This approval was the culmination of over two years of planning, discussion, communications and meetings with the region’s wineries and stakeholders. This is a very big step forward for our region, bringing together the region’s wineries as a significant economic engine and catalyst for regional tourism.
3.18.070 Assessments Ordinance.
A. The annual assessment rate is one percent of gross direct-to-consumer sales revenue on winery sales. Based on the benefit received, assessments will not be collected on purchases made outside of the county of Amador. Revenue generated from the ACWHD is intended only to provide programs and services for assessed businesses, all of which are located in the county of Amador. Sales made outside of the ACWHD boundaries are not subject to assessment due to a lack of benefit. Assessment dollars will not be spent on any programs or activities to benefit individual winery businesses outside of the county of Amador.
The assessment funds will provide the ability to consistently market our region’s wineries to raise awareness, attract new visitors and consumers, enhance signage and branding, support quality growth, and ultimately contribute to a healthy and sustainable wine and tourism industry in Amador County.
Amador County County Code Chapter 3.18 – Wine Heritage District Chapter – Click Here
ACWHD Proposed Marketing Plan 2024 – Click Here
Management District Plan (MDP) – Click Here
ACWHD Bylaws – Click Here