PG&E Vegetation Management Update
PG&E will be working on trees in the area, so please be aware of possible traffic delays and tree work overhead.
Please contact PG&E with any questions or concerns at [email protected] or 1-877-295-4949
|
|
Climate Action Update
The Town recently enrolled in Willdan’s heat pump water heater (HPWH) electrification program and replaced its gas water heaters in the Public Works, Police Station, Women’s Club, Pavilion, and Fire Department buildings with new HPWHs. Thanks to PG&E and MCE match funding for the program, the Town was able to have this work completed at zero net cost and is expected to reduce electricity usage by 42,120 kWh per year, gas usage by 4,919 therms per year, and lifecycle GHG emissions by 181 metric tons CO2e.
The Town will continue to pursue building electrification initiatives for all its facilities to reduce energy usage, utility costs, and emissions.
|
|
Fairfax Election Update
The next election is November 8, 2022, when Fairfax voters will elect two Town Council Members, a Town Treasurer and a Town Clerk, as well as vote on a ballot measure to renew a special tax for paramedic services.
|
|
Volunteer Board Meeting
July 25th - 6:30pm
Tree Committee Meeting
July 25th - 7pm
Open Space Committee Meeting
July 26th - 7pm
Planning Commission Meeting
July 28th - 7pm
Town Council Meeting
August 3 - 6:30 pm
|
|
Greater Ross Valley Shaded Fuel Break
Please join the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority, fire agencies, and other partners for an in-person public meeting to hear about implementation of the first phase of the Greater Ross Valley Shaded Fuel Break.
Meeting Details
Topic: Greater Ross Valley Shaded Fuel Break - project implementation
Date: July 26, 2022
Time: 6 - 7:30pm
Location: Sleepy Hollow Community Center (1317 Butterfield Rd, San Anselmo, CA 94960)
The purpose of this project is to reduce wildfire risk to communities in Central Marin.
For more information about this project - including project description, maps, and analysis - please visit the project webpage here.
|
|
Fairfax Farmers Market
Wednesdays 4-8pm
Bolinas Park
Join family and friends to shop local and celebrate community, every Wednesday 4-8pm May through October.
|
|
Healing Music Under the Redwoods
Sat., July 30
4-5 pm
Peri Park in Fairfax
Join Gary Muszynski on handpan/global percussion with special guest Joseph Hebert on cello for a concert under the redwoods in
Peri Park in Fairfax, CA
|
|
Summer BioBlitz at Elliot Nature Preserve
Sunday August 7th
4pm - 6:30pm
Elliot Nature Preserve in Fairfax
FREE
As the days get longer in Summer, late afternoon and early evening are the perfect time to spend in nature. We will meet at the intersection of Cascade and Canyon Roads and walk down to the preserve together. Due to limited parking, please carpool or ride your bike!
|
|
Chi Gong
Tuesdays
10am – 11am
Bolinas Park
$60 for 4 classes
Register now for August!
Chi Gong (Qigong) is the ancient Chinese practice of movement and meditation, deeply rooted in the balance and harmony of nature. Chi is the vital life force energy that animates all living beings. Through gentle exercises we learn to cultivate and direct the flow of Chi within ourselves and draw from the Universal Chi all around us. Empower yourself to health!
|
|
Other Town and County News |
|
Did You Know That the Town Has a Sidewalk Repair Program?
The Town’s Sidewalk Repair Program “waives” the encroachment permit fee for the sidewalk repair and will provide up to a maximum of $1000 as a 50% matching grant for the construction work. For example, if the work costs $800, the Town will reimburse applicants $400. The matching grant is subject to the availability of funds. Upon approval of your application, funding will be reserved for your project. Be sure to apply for the program before you start repairs, the Town will NOT reimburse applicants for any expenses incurred for past sidewalk repair work or prior to the approval of their application.
|
|
Opportunities for ADU/JADU Permitting and Construction
In January of this year, the Town Council updated the ADU/JADU ordinance and extended the amnesty program another 10 years (expires January 1, 2032). As part of the program all penalties are waived and ALL ADUs/JADUs (legalizing illegal ones or permitting new ones) get 50% permit fees charged. The streamlined permitting process along with the California laws that have been passed in recent years, it's easier than ever to add an ADU or JADU to your property.
You can review the Urgency Ordinance on the Recent Ordinances page and then contact the Building and Planning Department for more information about the permitting process.
|
|
Chipper Days
The MWPA Curbside Chipper Program (also known as “Chipper Days”) is happening now.
|
|
Town welcomes new Interim Planning and Building Services Director
On July 12, the Town Council appointed David Woltering to serve as the Interim Planning and Building Services Director. Mr. Woltering is highly qualified, as well as familiar with the Ross Valley area, having recently served in a similar interim role in the Town of Ross.
|
|
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.
|
|
Public Safety Power Shutoff Address Alerts Provide Notifications for Addresses Other Than Your Home That Are Important to You, Including Schools or a Relative’s Home
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) customers and non-account holders can now sign up for notifications for any address they care about to stay informed about Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS). High winds can cause tree branches and debris to contact energized lines, damage our equipment and cause wildfires. As a result, PG&E may need to turn off power during severe weather to prevent wildfires. This is called a PSPS.
It is important to remember that if you signed up to receive these alerts prior to June 2022, you will need to re-enroll for each address, to continue receiving these notifications through June 2023.
Alerts are accessible in multiple languages by automated call and text.
|
|
Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA) 2021-22 Accomplishments
From June 7-9, 2022, Fire Safe Marin and MWPA presented 5 community workshops via Zoom. These workshops were led by Fire Safe Marin and fire mitigation specialists to describe 2021-22 MWPA wildfire prevention and preparedness accomplishments by region. Residents had an opportunity to learn how their MWPA tax dollars are working for them and ask questions.
|
|
Household Hazardous Waste
Help us keep household hazardous waste (HHW) from polluting the environment in Marin County. These helpful FAQs cover all the basics and will help you dispose of HHW properly.
Which materials are classified as hazardous?
Materials known as Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) are toxic to you and/or to the environment. HHW materials include the following categories: Electronics, Paint, Batteries, Light Bulbs, Household Chemicals, Personal Care Products, Gardening Products and Auto Care Products. They cannot be disposed of in curbside carts.
|
|
New Options for Supporting Mental Health in Marin
In 2020, Congress approved a new free 24/7 crisis phone number for behavioral health crisis needs nationwide. Beginning July 16, 2022 instead of dialing 911, emergency calls can be placed to 988 for urgent help in a time of mental health, substance use crisis, or even witnessing another person experiencing a behavioral health challenge.
|
|
Spread the Word
We want to share the Town News with our whole community. If you know someone who would like to receive this weekly update, let them know they can subscribe here.
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!
|
|
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.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
