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October 28, 2022
Halloween spirit is alive and well in Tam Valley! We are so excited to see so many decorations up around the neighborhood.

We have 5 entries in the Spooky Cruise this year! The map is made, the voting will open today and all we need is a community of judges to pick Fan Favorite! Head out this weekend to see the houses in full force from 5-9pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

But most of all, enjoy the Halloween spirit this weekend as we gear up for the big day on Monday. Have fun & be safe!

Winners announced on Halloween!!
TCSD Board Work Session Highlights

The Board met on Wednesday, October 26th to discuss the status of the “Parks and Recreation Operations and Facilities Assessment/Five-Year Financial Forecast Study” (Study) prepared by Management Partners in 2021. At the study session, the Board provided input regarding staffs’ proposed implementation of the 23 recommendations contained in the Study. The staff recommendations for the work session can be found here (hyper link). The Board will receive a summary report of its direction from the study session at the November 9th Board meeting. The Board also discussed recommendations on how to best update the Hanson Associates “Parks Asset Inventory and Maintenance Work Plan 2006.” The Board agreed with the staff recommendation. Read the recommendations here.
Upcoming Elections

We are pleased to announce that the Tam Valley Community Center is once again a voting location. The Polling location will be open:

Saturday, 11/5: 9am-5pm
Sunday 11/6: 9am-5pm
Monday 11/7: 9am-5pm
Tuesday 11/8: 7am-8pm
Semi-Annual NRG HELP/OK Drill
November 6th
10am
Get ready for our November Time Change “HELP / OK” Drill on November 6th at 10:00 am!

Residents in our Neighborhood Response Groups will once again do this simple practice for responding in a large-scale, shelter-in-place drill such as a major earthquake by placing their HELP / OK signs in a visible window, at the front door, on the front gate or the garage by 10:00 am on Sunday, November 6th. Block Captains will walk through the neighborhood, checking for signs and practicing their radio communication skills.

Don’t have your HELP/OK sign yet? Reach out to your Block Captain to get one. 

Don’t have a Block Captain yet? You can still participate by printing out your own double-sided sign and displaying it at 10:00 am. Click here for printable sign and directions.

Questions? Learn more about the Tamalpais Valley NRG Network here.

Interested in Volunteering as a Block Captain for approximately 10 of your neighbors? Contact us at tamvalleynrg@gmail.com 
Eyes Up, Marin 
Let’s Make our Streets Safer for Everyone!

From mid-October 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.

Find out more at www.streetsmartsmarin.org

Please share with your friends, family and co-workers! 
GGNRA Invites Public Feedback on the Removal of a Dam at Tennessee Valley

Golden Gate National Recreation Area invites the public to provide feedback on the removal of an earthen dam at Tennessee Valley. This follows the start of the environmental assessment (EA) in August to evaluate the potential impacts from the proposed project. 

The dam and impounded 2-acre pond are more than 60 years old and were not engineered to last. The goal of the proposed project is to increase visitor safety and access to the lower section of the Tennessee Valley Trail, which is closed in winter when the water level in the pond is highest and at risk of flooding. 

The 30-day public comment period began on October 18th and closes November 17th. 

For more information, please read the October 18 news release on the park's website.
COMMUNITY CLASSES & EVENTS
Auditions for Murder Mystery - THIS WEEK!!!
Auditions Nov. 1 & 3 at 7pm
Tam Valley Community Center - 203 Marin Ave

This years play is Sausalypso Houseboat Wars Murder Mystery, a comedy/farce/murder mystery set during the Sausalito houseboat wars in the 1970s.
  
Performances are March 3, 4, 10, and 11 at 7 pm at the Community Center.

Rehearsals will be Mondays and Thursdays at 7pm starting January 2.

If you’re interested, RSVP here with contact information, acting experience, and which evening(s) you can audition.
Join Us for Bingo
Every Wednesday
11am
Tam Valley Community Center
203 Marin Avenue

Come on down to the Tam Valley Community Center every Wednesday and spend a lovely time while Jack calls the numbers and serves lunch.

If you need help with transportation or have questions, please call the office at 415-388-6393 or email events@tamcsd.org
Lost and Found

Good news! the formula found its owner...yay!

Still have the Yeti water bottle - there is a name on it! We can't post the full name but Emma W is a start. Anyone know the owner?

If you recognize them give us a call at 415-388-6393 or email info@tamcsd.org
RESOURCES
Extra Chipper Days are Coming to Marin This Fall - Reserve a Pick Up Day Now!

The Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA) Chipper Day program is proud to announce that it will be offering additional Chipper Days to Marin County residents this fall. The additional Chipper Days will begin on Monday, October 31st and run through the end of November.
 
As always, reservations are required to participate and all the normal rules and guidelines apply. 
 
FireSafe Marin's October Wildfire Safety Message: Home Maintenance

Did you know that most home ignitions are caused by embers? You can protect your home from wildfire by doing three simple things:

  1. Clean out your gutters. 
  2. Check your vents to make sure the screening is 1/8” or 1/16” wire mesh. 
  3. Clear combustibles such as leaves and firewood from under decks.

15-30 minutes of work can save your home! We think that’s worth it, how about you?

For more information go to www.firesafemarin.org
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