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SASM Master Plan Projects Move Closer to Construction
The Board of the Sewerage Agency of Southern Marin (SASM) which provides wastewater treatment and sewage disposal for its six member agencies, including the City of Mill Valley, recently awarded a $17.4 million contract to the Overaa Construction Company for the first phase of improvements to the aging wastewater treatment plant.
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Get Involved in Your Town!
Join a Board, Commission, or Committee
Application Deadline: Thursday, January 25, 2018 at 5:00 p.m.
The Mill Valley City Council is seeking applicants to serve, contribute and to utilize the top talent that exists among the residents of the community for the City's various Boards, Commissions and Committees. New terms begin March 1st for a three-year period (unless noted otherwise). Members may serve no more than two consecutive terms. These appointments are made by the City Council and serve without financial compensation.
There are currently vacancies on the Marin/Sonoma Mosquito and Vector Abatement District, Arts Commission, Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Emergency Preparedness Commission, Library Board of Trustees, and the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Click here to find applications and learn more
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Upcoming City Council Elections
Nomination Period: February 12 - March 9, 2018
Municipal Elections: June 5, 2018
A General Municipal Election is slated to be held in the City of Mill Valley on Tuesday, June 5, 2018, for the purpose of electing two members to the City Council for full, four-year terms. The nomination period for these offices begins on February 12, 2018, and closes at 5:00 p.m. on March 9, 2018. If nomination papers for an incumbent officer of the City are not filed by March 9, 2018, the voters shall have until the 83rd day before the election, March 14, 2018, to nominate candidates (and file the required paperwork) other than the persons who are the incumbents.
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Mill Valley Cancel Awards Certificate of Thanks to Robert Burton for 50 Consecutive Years of Volunteer Community Service
At last Monday's City Council meeting, the Council presented a certificate of appreciation to Robert "Bob" Burton for 50 years of volunteer service in Mill Valley and Marin County. Over the years Bob has served on the Mill Valley Planning Commission, Transportation Commission, MV2040 General Plan Update, City Council, and served terms as Mayor. Additionally, Mr. Burton has been involved on the County wide level serving on the Transportation Authority of Marin's Citizens Oversight Committee, the Expenditure Plan Advisory Committee, and offering steady guidance as Chairman of the Marin County Flood Zone Advisory Board for "28 years and counting."
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Fire Season Wrap Up
The 2017 Fire Season will move to the top of California's notorious history of most devastating wildfires relative to lives lost and structures destroyed. Most notably, the Tubbs, Nuns, Pocket, 10 Oakmont, Atlas (known as the LNU Complex), Thomas, Creek combined for a fire loss of 1,381,405 acres, 46 deaths, at a cost of $13.028 billion. Locally, the City of Mill Valley completed the fire season having responded to only one vegetation fire within our jurisdictional boundaries, however, there were over 15 notable fires within the Southern Marin region.
Click here to read more about the 2017 fire season |
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National Parks Services Launches Muir Woods Parking and Shuttle Reservation System
The National Park Service is now requiring parking and shuttle reservations for Muir Woods National Monument. These changes are meant to address overcrowding and traffic congestion to protect the health of Muir Woods.
How to Plan Your Visit
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Mill Valley Fire Department to Conduct Structure Training Week of January 22 - 25, 2018
The Mill Valley Fire Department will be conducting structure training for all firefighters in the Southern Marin area that will include the use of chain saws and other noise making elements next week between Tuesday, January 22nd and Thursday, January 25th. Training will take place from 9:30am to noon and from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at the City Corporation Yard on Sycamore Ave. The Fire Department has erected a 32" x 32" plywood structure behind the corporation yard that will be removed by February 1st. There will be no smoke or flames during the exercise but firefighters will be operating on props that simulate operations on large commercial structures.
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Let's Have Happy Sewers in the New Year
Help us protect the pipes, pumps, plants, and personnel of our wastewater treatment plant by reducing the materials that are inappropriately flushed or drained into the sewer system. Products such as wipes, paper towels and feminine hygiene products should not be flushed, but often are, causing problems for utilities that amount to billions of dollars in maintenance and repair costs nationwide. Those costs ultimately pass on to the consumer.
Do not flush the following products down the toilet:
- Baby Wipes
- Feminine Hygiene Products
- Band-Aids
- Cleaning Wipes
- Prescription and OTC medications
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- Tooth Whitening Strips and wrapper
- Hair
- Q-tips and make up pads
- Kitty Litter
- Dental Floss
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Mill Valley Police Department Reports Local Bitcoin Scam
The Mill Valley Police Department has received reports of a scam letter that is being mailed out to its residents. The sender is targeting a married man, suggesting that they have unspecified evidence of his "misbehavior" and threatens to humiliate his family and friends. To avoid having the secret publicly revealed, the victim is ordered to pay a certain amount of money via Bitcoin. If you, or someone you know receives a similar letter do NOT send any money, shred the letter, and throw it away. If money has been sent, please call the Mill Valley Police Department to make a report at (415) 389-4100.
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Mill Valley LiVE: The Bubble Lady
Sunday, January 28, 2018
Mill Valley Community Center
11:00am - 12:00pm
The Bubble Lady delights her audiences with bubble space ships, bubble trumpets,baby bubbles, bubbles inside of bubbles, volunteers inside of really BIG bubbles...you get the idea. It's fun, amazing and captivating entertainment - and yes, the volunteer does get CLEAN at the same time!
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The Mill Valley Arts Commission is now accepting Call for Musicians applications
The Mill Valley Arts Commission will host 4 outdoor concerts on the Downtown Plaza in August on each Sunday from 3pm to 5pm. Some concerts will include performances from 2 musical artists and others will include performances from 1 musical artist. All interested musical artists are encouraged to apply. Performers need to be able to play at least one 45 - 60 minute set. Please note that in order to provide the widest opportunity for local musicians, those performers who participated in the 2017 Concerts on the Plaza will not be eligible for the 2018 series.
Click here to learn more
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Building History in 3D - A technology internship for high school students
Mill Valley Public Library
Spring program (
February 1 - April 19, 2018)
FREE!
Our popular Building History in 3D program continues this Spring. Do you know any high school students who want to gain hands-on experience with emerging technologies? The Library offers an innovative internship for high school students, combining 3D modeling/printing, virtual reality, and local history. Participants use historical research and SketchUp 3D modeling software to recreate Mill Valley buildings as they were in the past. Students will choose a building, participate in a series of classes, then see their models printed in 3D and imported into TimeWalk Mill Valley, a historical virtual world.
Space is limited, so students should register today.
Find details and schedule of classes here.
Registration required. Limited space. Click here to register.
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Artisanal Vegan Cheese with Miyoko Schinner
Mill Valley Public Library
Monday, February 5th
Creekside Room - 7:00pm
FREE!
Miyoko Schinner, founder and CEO of Miyoko's Kitchen, will discuss the science of making vegan cheese. Shinner will also talk about Miyoko's Kitchen, what they do there, its mission, and how it fits in with the future of food. She will demo making fondue and provide cheese samples.
Next in the Series:
Artisan Bread with Franklin Walther | Saturday, March 24 at 11:00am
Hands-on Homemade Sauerkraut with Karen Solomon | Saturday, April 21 at 1:00pm
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Mid-Winter Break Camps with Mill Valley Recreation
Mill Valley Recreation is hosting camps for mid-winter recess including art camps, Road Warriors camp, and Tennis camp.
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Saturday, February 10th, 2018
11:00am - 4:00pm
Mill Valley Community Center
Free admission & parking!
"One Stop Shop" - plan your special day. Stop by and meet a variety of talented photographers, caterers, bridal fashion designers, and event planners who can fill your needs and help make your wedding special.
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REVIEWS
City Council Meeting - Thursday, January 4, 2018
The following actions were taken at the January 4, 2018 Regular City Council meeting.
- Received an update from the City Manager on the 2018 Calendar of City Council and Community Events, the June 5, 2018 General Municipal Election important dates and deadlines, and information regarding the 2018 annual Board, Commission and Committee application and recruitment process.
- Introduced new City staff member Maritza Williams, Senior Account Clerk.
- Received a presentation on the Muir Woods Reservation System.
- Received a presentation commending the Mill Valley Fire Department's 20 Years of Support for the Performing Stars of Southern Marin.
- Confirmed the Mayor's appointments of City Council representatives to the Joint Powers Authorities and Liaison Assignments.
- Adopted Resolution No. 18-01 approving a Budget Adjustment for an increase in Parks Division Maintenance.
- Adopted Resolution No. 18-02 designating the delegate and alternate Police Department staff member to the Governing Board of the Marin Emergency Radio Authority.
- Adopted Resolution Nos. 18-03, 04, 05 and 06 adopting Retiree Health Savings (RHS) plans for the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME), Mill Valley Police Officers Association (MVPOA), Mill Valley Fire Fighters Association (MVFFA) groups and the non-represented employees.
- Adopted Resolution No. 18-07 accepting Transportation Funds for Clean Air (TFCA) and Transportation Development Act (TDA) Grants and a Budget Adjustment for the Camino Alto Bike Lane Safe Pathways Project.
- Accepted a $1,500 donation from the Enjoy Mill Valley Fund for holiday lighting in the Depot Plaza area.
- Received a presentation regarding options surrounding Temporary Sign Regulations in the City of Mill Valley and directed staff to take their comments to the Planning Commission for further consideration.
Click here to watch the meeting
Planning Commission - Tuesday, January 9, 2018
The Planning Commission heard a presentation from staff on the SLP Appendix for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan; Held a Study Session for a new single family home at 85 Sycamore; and, approved a Design Review and Tree Permit application for 471 Throckmorton Avenue.
Click here to watch the meeting
City Council Meeting - Tuesday, January 16, 2018
The Council meeting will include the following agenda items:
- Presented of a Certificate of Thanks to Robert Burton on the Occasion of His 50 Consecutive Years of Volunteer Community Service.
- Heard a presentation of the Emergency Preparedness Commission Annual Report.
- Heard a presentation of the Parks and Recreation Commission Annual Report.
- Heard a presentation from the Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center's Regarding Highlights from 2017 and Upcoming 2018 Events and Initiatives.
- Discussed the Councilmember on the Plaza Program and asked Staff to provide options for altering the program.
- Passed a resolution authorizing the Execution of a Temporary Business License Tax Exemption Program for Miller Avenue Area Businesses.
Click here to watch the meeting
Planning Commission - Tuesday, January 23, 2018
- 250 E. Blithedale Avenue, Suite B - Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for an aesthetic medical office with a retail lobby/frontage in an existing retail center.
- 319 Lovell Avenue - Design Review and Tree Removal application to demolish an existing house and a detached garage, and construct a new 3,409 square foot house with a 500 square foot attached garage. A total of 21 trees (larger than 6" DBH) are proposed to be removed for the application.
- 465 Molino Avenue - Study Session for Design Review to demolish an existing red-tagged 1,790 square foot two-story residence with a legal non-conforming Accessory Dwelling Unit and no garage, and build a new 2,970 sq. ft., two-story home with a 530 sq. ft. attached two-car garage on a 14,920 sq. ft. lot.
- 216 Ethel Avenue - Study Session for Design Review, Accessory Dwelling Unit and Tree Permit request to demolish an existing 2,879 sq. ft. three-story residence with a 2-car garage, and build a new 2,992 sq. ft., three-story home with a 1- or 2- car detached garage and Accessory Dwelling Unit on a 10,147 sq. ft. lot. The plan proposes to remove 5 non-Heritage trees.
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We welcome comments & suggestions:
Mill Valley City Hall: 26 Corte Madera Ave
Mill Valley, CA 94941
cityofmillvalley.org
City Hall Phone: (415)388-4033
City Hall Fax: (415)381-1736
City Hall Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon; 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.; Closed Alternate Fridays
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