Fairfax Update
News From Around Town...
May 9,2022
Town Council Meetings This Week

Please join us for the special Council meeting this week on May 12th at 6:30pm in the Women's Club or online. This special meeting will feature information about the Housing Element. An update of progress made and work yet to do will be presented. Learn more about this important process and how you can participate on the special website www.fairfaxspeaks.com


On Friday, May 13th the Council will meet for their annual Budget Workshop starting at 10am in the Women's Club. This workshop will not be broadcast but the public is welcome in person.

Coffee with the Cops - Next Monday!
Monday, May 16th
4-6pm

Join the Fairfax Police Department for another great event at the Coffee Roasters. The special topic during this event will be a discussion of AB 481 - Special or Military Equipment, by Chief Rico Tabaranza.
Ride & Drive Clean EV/Ebike Showcases - a Great Success!

Thank you to all who joined us during March and April EV Awareness Months. We are pleased to have engaged with over 1,000 EV and Ebike curious people during these months at our in-person events and webinars. Our April EV and Ebike Shows were a big hit – we showcased dozens of new EVs and Ebikes.
 
Free EV & Ebike Webinars in May
Wed, May 11, 4-5pm - EV 101: Electrify Your Ride
Tue, May 17, 5-6pm - EV 101: Electrify Your Ride

May 26, 5-6pm - EV 102, an in-depth discussion on charging at home and on the road, plus accessing incentives and affordable / clean energy to fuel your new ride - with Q&A.

Upcoming Meetings
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
May 9th - 7pm

Town Council Special Meeting - Housing Element
May 12th - 6:30pm

Town Council Budget Workshop
May 13th - 10am

Climate Action Committee
May 17th - 7pm

Volunteer Board Meeting
May 23rd - 6:30pm

Tree Committee Meeting
May 23rd - 7pm

To view the agendas visit our Public Meetings page.
Community Events
Fairfax Farmers Market
Wednesdays 4-8pm
Bolinas Park

How time flies! The Market is back for another season. Join family and friends to shop local and celebrate community, every Wednesday 4-8pm May through October.
Lorax Symposium
Thursday May 19th, 6 to 8pm
Student Center at Archie Williams High School

Come support and learn from the amazing environmental science students of Project Lorax! These students have created solutions to environmental problems here in Marin including holding a benefit concert for amphibians, local e-waste drive, butterfly and bee landscaping techniques, invasive plant pulls, helping local businesses become greener and more! 
Come cheer on these enviroheros!
Fairfax Recreation
Full Body Functional Training Class
June 2-30
Thursdays from 10am – 10:45am
Bolinas Park

This is not just another “boot camp” or anonymous group exercise class. We combine the support of professional lifestyle coaching with the guidance and motivation of certified trainers to give you the tools to achieve your goals. All you need to do is show up!
Other Town and County News
Free Compost for Fairfax Residents Only

Come reap the rewards of putting your compostables in the green bin! Marin Sanitary delivered our community compost on Thursday April 28th in a designated area on Elsie Lane just below the Pavilion parking lot.

One 5 gallon bucket per resident. Fairfax residents only. Bring your own containers and shovel.
Paper Grocery Bags Needed by Fairfax Food Pantry
 
The Fairfax Volunteers are in need of paper grocery bag donations for the food pantry. Slightly used bags may be dropped off at the Fairfax Community Church, 2398 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., on Saturday mornings between 7-10am.
Chipper Days Are Back - Sign Up Now!

The MWPA Curbside Chipper Program (also known as “Chipper Days”) is set returning in 2022! Registration is open now.

Visit www.chipperday.com/marin to sign up for a spot!
Want to Get Involved? Join a Board or Commission!

Do you want to make a real difference in 2022? Consider joining a board or commission for the Town of Fairfax. There are openings on several boards and commissions.
Resources
Taking Climate Action Can Also Help You Save Money

In the midst of rising gas prices and other cost of living increases, here is some good news. Taking climate action now can actually help save money on our monthly expenses.

One Door Marin Helps Find Services for Older Adults, People with Disabilities and Family Caregivers
 
At One Door a real person will assist you in locating services for older adults, people with disabilities and family caregivers.

Just a few of the services available, depending on need and income:
Housing
Securing Food
Transportation Services
Financial Assistance
Accessing Care
And so much more!

Call 415-473-INFO or visit the https://www.onedoormarin.org/ to connect or watch the video.
Red Cross - Sound the Alarm

Home fires claim seven lives every day, but together we can change that. The Red Cross is offering FREE smoke alarm installations and home fire safety information in Marin County.

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