Southern Marin Winter Storm Preparedness Town Hall – Oct. 21 at the Mill Valley Community Center
Mill Valley Councilman Stephen Burke shared the following information about the upcoming Southern Marin Winter Storm Preparedness Town Hall on Wednesday, October 21 at 6:30 p.m. at the Mill Valley Community Center.
With the potential for a strong El Niño pattern and winter storms that could bring heavy rain, strong winds, king tides, and flooding, the Town Hall will provide an opportunity for Southern Marin residents to learn how local agencies are preparing and what they can do before, during, and after storms.
United Against Hate Week is October 18–24, 2026. Mill Valley is proud to participate for the fifth year, standing together against hate and bias and building a community where everyone feels welcome, valued, and a sense of belonging. Come see us at Trunk or Treat on October 30, where we’ll be sharing Mill Valley Stands United Against Hate T-shirts! Read more.
Police & Public Safety News – How to Avoid Missing an AlertMarin Notification – Stay informed during an emergency by making sure you don’t miss an AlertMarin notification. Learn how to bypass your phone’s “Do Not Disturb” setting. Read the step-by-step process for iOS and Android.
Take a Short Survey – In early August, the City launched a pilot project at the Miller & Montford/La Goma intersection to test new striping and safety features designed to make walking, biking, and driving safer. Our traffic consultant has been collecting data and observing how the new layout is working so the City can decide whether to keep, adjust, or remove the changes. Take our 2‑minute survey to share your feedback and help us shape the safest long‑term design for this intersection.
Halloween Night Street Closure – Street closure expected in Sycamore Village on Halloween night to ensure trick-or-treaters have a safe night. Please plan ahead if you live or plan on visiting the area. Get more information and a few helpful reminders here.
Upcoming Event Traffic & Parking Impacts –Check out the City’s website for information on upcoming events in Mill Valley that may cause traffic and/or parking impacts.
Municipal Service Tax NewsVegetation-Management Programs and How They Help Reduce Wildfire Risk – The Municipal Service Tax (MST) provides essential funding for vegetation‑management programs that help reduce wildfire risk across Mill Valley. MST revenue supports the removal of hazardous vegetation, creation of strategic fire breaks, and the City’s chipper program, which has benefited more than 100 streets citywide. These efforts improve community safety and support ongoing wildfire‑prevention work that protects homes, neighborhoods, and evacuation routes. Continued investment in vegetation management is a critical part of Mill Valley’s long‑term resilience. Voters will consider renewal of the MST on November 3. To learn more about MST‑funded wildfire‑risk reduction and the upcoming measure, visit our MST information page.
Public Works NewsUpcoming Sidewalk Maintenance Work – The City of Mill Valley Department of Public Works is preparing to conduct sidewalk shaving as part of its Annual Sidewalk Maintenance Program. This work will address identified tripping hazards cause by uneven sidewalk surfaces. During fiscal year 2026-2027, Public Works plans to assess Zones 1 and 2 and perform maintenance as funding allows. Please visit the City’s Annual Sidewalk Maintenance Program webpage for additional information on zones and confirmed work schedule dates.
Next Steps for Boyle Park Tennis Operations, Maintenance and Management – At their October 7, 2026 meeting the Parks and Recreation Commission voted to recommended to City Council approval of a Professional Services Agreement for Boyle Park Tennis Operations, Maintenance, and Management with BP Tennis LLC, Frank Riggelen and Kimi Kaloi. The Commission also approved tennis related fees to be effective January 1, 2027. The City Council is scheduled to consider the Professional Services Agreement at their November 2, 2026, meeting. View meetings online!
Halloween at the Center!October 30 | 4pm-6pmMV Community CenterJoin us Friday, October 30 and enjoy Trunk or Treating, games, crafts, and more from4–6pm, then head inside for a special Halloween magic sho from 6:15-7pm. Learn more!
Community News
City Council Adopts Ordinance Banning Sale of Tobacco Products – On Monday, October 5, the City Council adopted an ordinance banning the retail sale and delivery of commercial tobacco products and electronic smoking devices within City limits, continuing the City’s longstanding commitment to prioritizing community health and public safety. The ordinance will take effect 30 days after adoption, with the ban on tobacco retail sales becoming operative February 1, 2027. The transition period will provide affected businesses time to adjust operations, manage existing inventory, and access available small-business resources. Learn more about the ordinance here.
Mill Valley Middle School Modernization Construction: Early Morning Modular Classroom Deliveries – Modular classrooms for the Mill Valley Middle School interim campus will begin arriving on Tuesday, October 6 and will continue weekdays, through the 16th, 12am-6am. Overnight delivery is necessary to accommodate the large trucks and avoid daytime traffic and school-arrival impacts. What to Expect: A small crew will be working to unload the classrooms.Additional lighting to conduct the work safely and some construction noise Two trucks will arrive at a time, with two delivery rounds each night.Flaggers will direct traffic.The work has been coordinated with Caltrans, the City of Mill Valley and the Mill Valley Police Department. Learn more here.
Transportation Updates: State Route 131 and Tiburon/East Blithedale Interchange – Caltrans and the Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) have provided updates on two regional projects affecting the Mill Valley area: current sidewalk and curb-ramp work along State Route 131 and a long-term study of the Tiburon/East Blithedale interchange. Read the full update for schedules, anticipated impacts, and opportunities to learn more.
