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Steve Goldman, Who Splits His Time Between Mill Valley and Winter Park, Fla., Has Created a Scintillating Paean to the Wonders of the 94941!

“This is not a money-making project, this is a money-spending project, Goldman said to the City Council with a laugh earlier this week. “The goal was just to get as many people to witness the video and understand what an incredible place Mill Valley is.Ā I just want to share it with as many people as possible. Mill Valley is a great model, in my opinion, for what an ideal town would be.”

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City Council Discusses After Action Report on December 27, 2024 Flooding

“We were caught off guard by the three inches of rain in three hours, a really significant water main break, and our pump station not having the right amperage in a storm like this,” Cusimano said. “That is really unprecedented, but it caught us off guard… and we fell short on engagement and communication.” He emphasized that while staff worked hard during the event, the City must improve its emergency response and communication strategies moving forward.

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Larry the Hat Announces an Opportunity to Show Our Love and Support for Our Music Family in Los Angeles

I’ve seen firsthand how much this community can accomplish when we come together. A few years back, during the North Bay fires, we raised $600,000 for families in need—and I know we can do it again. So, let’s make a difference. Whether it’s clothing, gear, cash donations, or even just spreading the word, every bit counts.Ā Thank you for being the heart of this community. I hope to see you at the store or Sweetwater during the drive. Let’s keep the good vibes going and help those who need it most.

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Mill Valley Depot CafƩ and Bookstore Unveils Upcoming Events: Music, Trivia, Popups, Authors and More!

Upcoming Events: Music, Trivia, Popups, & Authors Trivia Night on Thursdays: Join fellow mental gymnasts at the Depot every otherĀ Thursday Evening from 5:30 – 7:30! Grab some friends and make a team! The winners are rewarded with a Depot Gift Card, and everyone else leaves with weird, valuable knowledge to drop at parties. Get email reminders here.Ā Next up:​​​​​​​​​​​​​ January 30,Ā Sonja & Bill, February 13, Nancy & Chrissie, February 27,Ā Sonja & Bill, March 13, Nancy & chrissie

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CBS 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.

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Marin 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 ā€œfuel breaksā€ 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.

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Extramile Property Management Company’s Arash Khalatbari Lays Out the Marin County Real Estate Market

Marin County’s real estate market in early 2025 is characterized by modest fluctuations in home prices, a robust rental market with rising rents, and active investment driven by favorable interest rates. The luxury segment remains vibrant, attracting high-profile buyers. Prospective buyers, sellers, and investors should consider these trends and consult multiple sources to make informed decisions in this dynamic market.

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Longtime Henrybuilt Shop at Former Mill Valley Auto Service on Miller Ave. Incorporates an Adjacent 4,000-Square-Foot Building, the First of Five New Space Theory Showrooms to Open in US by the end of 2026

Space Theory will be located in a separate 4,000-square-foot building next to Henrybuilt in Mill Valley, and is the first of five new Space Theory showrooms scheduled to open in the United States by the end of 2026. The new Mill Valley showroom will showcase the company’s products, house a design studio and be open to the public.Ā Space Theory offers a complete system, including storage units, pulls, integrated lighting, modular interior accessories, countertops, backsplashes and sinks solely for the kitchen.

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