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San Rafael Seeks ‘Prohousing’ Designation
San Rafael is applying to participate in the California Pro-housing Designation Program, which would give the city priority access to funds for low-income residences and homes near transit. “I think this is awesome,” Councilmember Maribeth Bushey said. “How many unfunded mandates have we gotten from Sacramento? They tell us to do things, and it causes…
Read MoreMill Valley Music & Friends Are Showcasing a Trio of Fun Events Coming Up!
After Hours: 1966 Record Listening Night England won the World Cup, Star Trek debuted, the Black Panther Party formed, and our beautiful Library was built. Choose your favorite song from 1966 to play for the group and share your memories and what the song means to you. Bring your own vinyl or select from our…
Read MoreMarinIJ: Marin Officials Say El Niño Preparations Will Not Remove Risks
Marin County officials are trying to temper expectations they can contain all property damage and health risks from El Niño-related flooding. “The county will help and the flood district will help,” Robin Bartlett, assistant county public works director, said at a packed Flood Zone 9 Advisory Board meeting Thursday. “I don’t want people staying in…
Read MoreMarin Voice: Rev. Floyd Thompkins: A Hopeful Community Will Turn Out To Vote
We don’t need waving flags, loud rallies or fireworks this election season. What we need is quieter and harder: clear heads, steady hearts and our full attention on the strongest tool a democracy gives its citizens, the vote. If your ballot is sitting on the kitchen counter, don’t let good intentions go stale. Fill it…
Read MoreMarin County Adopts Policy to Deter Immigration Agents
Marin County supervisors have approved a new policy limiting the use of county facilities for immigration enforcement. The supervisors directed County Executive Derek Johnson on Tuesday to take the necessary actions to implement the policy. The policy will prohibit the use of county property for such purposes as staging operations or processing detainees, a county…
Read MoreDAVID KUPFER: Marin Voice: Mill Valley Needs a Living Tribute to Its Environmental Giants
I grew up in Marin County. It was my home for more than 50 years. It is the place that shaped my life’s work. Like many, I was priced out. Today, looking back at Marin from my home on the Costalegre coast in Mexico, distance provides untainted clarity. Stepping away from Marin, I see evermore…
Read MoreBefore El Niño: Mill Valley’s alerts, Sandbags and School Plan
What Mill Valley is changing before El Niño: alerts, sandbags and school plans What’s happening: Mill Valley wants Alert Marin to become its main storm alert tool and is adding a communications team ahead of a forecast El Niño winter, officials told the City Council and school board at a joint meeting Monday. City Manager Todd…
Read MoreMarinIJ: As El Niño Looms, Marin Officials Stress Individual Preparation
Officials in Marin are urging residents to plan ahead for likely El Niño flooding, heavy winter weather and disruptions to daily routines. The message of preparedness was the thrust of community forums this week in Kentfield and Mill Valley. About 200 people attended the two events, and more are planned. “Preparing for winter storms is…
Read MoreMill Valley Turns off Flock Surveillance Cameras
Mill Valley has suspended its use of license plate readers and video cameras because of privacy and civil liberties concerns. The decision came after residents raised objections at City Council meetings about the surveillance systems. They urged the city to follow other municipalities around the country that have suspended their contracts with Flock Safety, which…
Read MoreMarin Transit Approves Fare Changes to Promote Clipper Card
Marin Transit has discontinued free transfers for cash-paying riders and its paid youth pass to encourage travelers to use Clipper cards. Free transfers on Marin Transit buses will still be offered, but only for Clipper card users or those who pay with bank cards. Those riders also get free or discounted transfers of up to…
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