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Curated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of February 2nd
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Read MoreBay Area Schools, Families and Businesses Worry About Potential ICE Activity Under Trump Law – Federal Immigration Agencies Could Be Allowed to Make Arrests. Here Are Some Resources.
Marin County’s low-income, immigrant, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), and historically undercounted residents, were disproportionately affected by the far-reaching impacts of the pandemic. And with the arrival of a new administration, these communities are again facing difficult conditions. A truly just and equitable recovery for Marin County requires a holistic approach that tackles the systemic inequities that have prevented pandemic recovery resources to reach those most in need. Here are some crucial resources: Get Immigration Support: Canal Alliance is the only provider of affordable and comprehensive immigration legal services in Marin County. IMMIGRATION LEGAL SERVICES AVAILABLE. DACA Renewal and Initial Applications – Know Your Rights. General Consultations. Asylum for Minors. Special Immigrant Juvenile Status. U Visa, T Visa, and VAWA. Green card renewals. Adjustment of Status
Read MoreCBS Bay Area: Bay Area Property Owners, Builders Working to Make Their Homes Fire-Resistant
In the wake of recent wildfires, homeowners and builders in the Bay Area and across California are rethinking the ways to better protect their homes. Jimmy Singer’s family has lived on the heavily wooded hillsides of Mill Valley for decades. Homes are surrounded by towering redwoods and other vegetation that can quickly become tinder for a destructive wildfire. “Living in the hills in California, we’ve thought about fires forever,” said Singer. Singer does what he can to harden his home and make it more fire-resistant, including working with neighbors to help maintain defensible space. “It kind of brings a community aspect to know that if I do all this work on my property, somebody sharing the fence line is also doing that work too,” said Singer.
Read MoreMarin IJ Editorial Board: With Sympathies for LA, Marin Prepares for Next Wildfire
The voter-approved formation of the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority has advanced long-needed work to create and maintain so-called “fuel breaks” in hopes of giving fire crews a fighting chance to save neighborhoods. Crews have been working to create large fuel breaks in Ross Valley and Novato. Reducing vegetation along evacuation routes has been another priority.
Read MoreCity of Mill Valley Tees Up a Quartet of Fantastic Events: Spring Faire March 29th, Re-Loved and Re-Sourced Market April 27th, PRIDE Kick-Off June 7th & Mill Valley Freedom Festival on June 14th!!
City of Mill Valley Tees Up a Quartet of Fantastic Events: Spring Faire March 29th, Re-Loved and Re-Sourced Market April 27th, PRIDE Kick-Off June 7th & Mill Valley Freedom Festival on June 14th!!
Read MoreMarin IJ: Marin Workforce Housing Complex Edges Toward Construction Phase, Co-Powered by MV Residents’ Education Housing Partners – 250-Unit Affordable Apartment Project Near San Quentin For Teachers & County Employees
The entire village of 250 affordable apartments will rest on about 8 acres at the site of a former San Quentin State Prison gun range. It is near the Larkspur ferry terminal, a Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit station, bus stops, bike trails and other amenities. The entire project, which began in the planning stages about four years ago, has been estimated to cost about $238 million.
Read MoreMonica Barbaro, 34, Who Grew up in Mill Valley and went to Tam High, Just Scored a Nomination for Best Supporting Actress for Her Role in “A Complete Unknown,” the Bob Dylan Biopic
Monica Barbaro, 34, who grew up in Mill Valley and went to Tam High, (home of the Bay Area’s M Ill Valley Film Festival) just scored a nomination for best supporting actress for her role in “A Complete Unknown,” the Bob Dylan biopic. The Bay Area isn’t a feature film superpower, but it pulls its weight in awards season, according to SFGate. The region also scored a well-deserved nomination for “Inside Out 2. The Bob Dylan biopic scored eight Oscar nominations, including a best picture nod and an actor nomination for Timothée Chalamet’s portrayal of the icon. Barbaro plays the legendary folk musician Joan Baez, who becomes romantically entangled with Dylan as they tour together.
Read MoreCity of Mill Valley Launches New Website Domain @ cityofmillvalley.gov
“Switching to a .gov domain reassures the public that the information on our website is official and trustworthy,” said City Manager Todd Cusimano. “It also helps us work more smoothly with our federal partners and strengthens our efforts to combat disinformation.”
Read MoreA Message From The Fire Chief, Chris Tubbs – LA Fires
Researchers found that by directing evacuees to use a less-frequented on-ramp to Highway 101 off Hamilton Drive, implementing a contraflow strategy on East Blithedale Avenue, and encouraging households to evacuate with only one vehicle significantly reduced overall evacuation times, cutting nearly 2 hours off the process. In response, in 2024, City officials conducted staff drills, revamped evacuation routes, and emphasized to residents the message: “Take one car, save the lives of those behind you.” This strategy ensures a faster, safer evacuation for all residents. Read about the Study.
Read MoreCurated News You Can Use, From Mill Valley & Beyond – Week of Jan. 26th
DEI & Housing Headlines Marin organizations gird for federal funding freeze amid Trump upheaval Tamalpais Union school district ethnic studies moves ahead Dick Spotswood: Tam District should take a step back on ethnic studies debate Marin schools stress migrant safety amid Trump crackdown San Rafael gets grant to advance Canal bridge project Marin Voice: Marinwood lawsuit…
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