Happy Thanksgiving!
Holiday schedule
Town of Fairfax administrative offices will be closed this Thursday and Friday, November 24 and 25 in observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday.
24-hour operations will remain in effect for the Police and Fire Departments.
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Renter Protections
Community Clinic on Tenant Protections
Legal Aid of Marin will host a Fairfax Community Clinic on new Tenant Protections to offer education and answer questions.
Date: November 29, 2022
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Location: Fairfax Library, 2097 Sir Francis Drake Blvd
Lucie Hollingsworth, Senior Attorney at Legal Aid of Marin, and Local Real Estate and Landlord attorney Barrett R.P. Schaefer will be providing information on recently passed Just Cause Eviction and Rent Stabilization ordinances, slated to take effect in early December. This event will be in person.
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Update on the Town of Fairfax Housing Element
Town staff and the Town’s new consultant gave a status briefing on the Housing Element project to the Town Council on November 16.
Dyett & Bhatia Urban and Regional Planners will be completing the project and emphasized both the good work that has been done so far and the additional analysis that will be needed to meet the State requirements. They presented a strategy for phasing the work, targeting getting a draft of the Housing Element released for public review by early February.
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Native American Heritage Month
This month, the Town Council recognizes Native American Heritage Month. Several parks and museums in Marin tell the story of native peoples of the region whose history stretches back in time for thousands of years.
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Fairfax Open Space Holiday/Greeting Cards
Instead of calendars this year, we will be fundraising for our great open spaces with beautiful, locally photographed greeting cards.
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Street Smarts Marin
Through the end of November, you’ll see bright and colorful banners and lawn signs popping up all over Marin asking people to keep their “Eyes Up” and be alert. These signs will be asking drivers to slow down, watch when turning and look for pedestrians in the crosswalk; bicyclists to yield to pedestrians and to follow the rules of the road; and those walking to pay attention when crossing the street.
The Eyes Up, Marin campaign is part of the Street Smarts Program and Safe Routes to Schools, locally funded programs of the Transportation Authority of Marin. This traffic safety campaign educates drivers, pedestrians and cyclists about safety issues, including distracted driving.
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Climate Action Updates
Free Water Heater Assessment
Heat pump water heaters are a climate-friendly alternative to gas water heaters. Getting a free assessment is a great first step to be ready to replace your gas water heater when it fails (or before). Sign up to get a free assessment of your hot water heater as part of a new Fairfax and San Anselmo pilot program with ReadySetReplace.
Electric Landscape Equipment Funding
Additionally, starting in 2024, California will prohibit the sale of new gasoline-powered landscape equipment to reduce the greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution. The California Air Resources Board has just released new funding to help professional landscaping businesses purchase battery-operated landscape equipment including edgers, trimmers, chainsaws, leaf blowers, and mowers, as well as extra batteries and chargers. Up to $25,000 in vouchers are available per purchaser.
Free Online Climate Action Workshop
In the online Climate Action Workshop offered by Resilient Neighborhoods, you will adopt an earth-sustaining lifestyle, create a low-impact home, and learn how to be resilient in our new ‘normal.’ Taking simple actions like trimming energy and waste, utilizing clean energy, conserving water, and making smarter transportation choices can save you money too. Help build a stronger and safer community. Free for Marin residents! The next 5-session workshops start on Jan 12 and Jan 18.
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Recreation Classes
There are several recreation classes happening around town. Please check our website for full listings. A few upcoming highlights below:
- Our Tot’s Open Gym starts on November 30 and will be ongoing with monthly registration throughout the rainy season.
- Toddler Music will resume in January, and you can sign up today to secure your spot!
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Mark your calendars for the Fairfax Craft Faire and Wreathmaking!
We look forward to gathering in the Pavilion and celebrating the season with a selection of over 30 crafters!
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Volunteer Board Meeting
November 28 - 7:00 p.m.
Town Council Meeting
December 7 - 6:30 p.m.
Climate Action Committee Meeting
December 13 - 7:00 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting
December 15 - 7:00 p.m.
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Fairfax and Ross Valley Police Department Toy Drive
Fairfax and Ross Valley Police Departments are partnering to bring toys to our community this 2022 holiday season!
Please drop off toys or donate gift cards (Target or Amazon) for up to $20 before Thursday, December 15th.
Drop off at any Ross Valley Fire Station.
If you have any questions, contact Fire Engineer, Adam Van Dyke at (415) 258-4686.
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Fairfax Photo Club - Photo Exhibit!
When:
Friday, December 2, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 3, 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 4, 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Where: Stephanie Mohan Creative Portraiture, 48 Bolinas Road
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Let's Prepare for Earthquakes
When: December 6, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Join Ed Shackeroff, MD, from Earthquake County Alliance and Marin County Fire to learn how to prepare for and recover from earthquakes.
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Fire Safe Marin Reminds You to Sign Up for Alerts!
Everyone in Marin should be signed up for AlertMarin. By signing up you will receive information specific to your address. This includes events like:
- Imminent flooding
- Wildfires
- Evacuations with life safety implications.
Signing up could save your life!
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Want to Get Involved? Join a Board or Commission!
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Spread the Word
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You can also share the link on your social media which will reach your whole network. Together, we can help keep everyone informed about upcoming meetings, events and more!
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Town of Fairfax sitio web se puede traducir al español
El sitio web se puede traducir al español usando el ícono del globo que se encuentra en la barra verde de cada página.
Our website can be translated into Spanish (and other languages) using the globe icon found on the green bar at the top of each page.
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