Town of Fairfax
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Electric Landscape Equipment Rebate Program
Earlier this year Fairfax launched its Landscape and Equipment Trade-in Rebate Program, and there are still funds available!
Who is eligible?
Residents and commercial landscapers with an active Fairfax business license are eligible to receive these rebates.
Qualifying gas-powered equipment
- Leaf blowers
- String trimmers
- Hedge trimmers
- Edgers
- Pole saws
- Chainsaws
- Mowers
Apply
The online Landscape Equipment Rebate application must be completed to receive rebates.
This program is in partnership with Fairfax Lumber & Hardware.
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Coming soon! Just Cause Eviction Workshop Survey
The Town is preparing a survey to better understand the priorities of Fairfax residents for this workshop. You will be asked to rank the importance of amending key aspects of the Just Cause Eviction Ordinance.
The survey will be released later this week through a special edition newsletter and on the Town's website.
The date for the workshop is Saturday, May 6, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to approximately 3:00 p.m.
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California’s Housing Future 2040: The Next RHNA Public Survey
In order to inform Housing and Community Development (HCD) recommendations for improving the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) process and methodology, HCD is conducting a public survey, alongside other engagement strategies, to receive input and ideas from stakeholders.
This survey is organized by topic areas identified as priorities and should take approximately 10- 15 minutes to complete. After the survey closes, HCD will summarize and analyze the survey responses. HCD will utilize the survey responses to inform HCD’s recommendations for improving the RHNA process and methodology but will not respond to each survey response.
The survey closes May 5, 2023.
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Input Sought Regarding Ross Valley School District Surplus Property at Deer Park School
The Ross Valley School District 7-11 Advisory Committee is seeking public input on the following property Deer Park property. At its March 20, 2023 meeting, the RVSD 7-11 Advisory Committee formally affirmed the Deer Park School property as surplus property.
Public input is sought on acceptable use of the RVSD space, including the sale or lease of surplus real property for childcare development purposes pursuant to Section 17458, and tolerable use of the space on the site.
The survey closes April 13, 2023.
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Fairfax Festival Seeks Volunteer Coordinator
The Fairfax Festival and Ecofest is coming this summer - June 10 & 11th! The festival committee is seeking a volunteer coordinator to join their team in preparation for the festival.
Contact the Fairfax Festival Volunteers with your interest in the Coordinator role.
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Earth Day + Take Back Day
Saturday, April 22 | 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Mark your calendars and let the cleanout begin! Take Back Day is on Saturday, April 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fairfax residents will be given the opportunity to take advantage of a free, convenient, confidential, and safe disposal of electronic waste (no batteries or bulbs) and unused or expired prescription medications. Fairfax residents can also take advantage of free paper shredding provided by Marin Sanitary Service.
Stay tuned to our newsletter as well as our social media platforms for the list of drop off locations. In celebration of Earth Day, we will be giving away free compost next to the Fairfax Skatepark off of Bank Street.
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Free Hot Water Heater Assessment & Other Ways to Reduce Household Emissions
Heat pump water heaters are a climate-friendly alternative to gas water heaters. But most gas water heaters are replaced when they fail, with another gas one, locking in years of greenhouse gas emissions. Getting a free assessment is a great first step to be ready to replace your gas water heater.
Sign up to get a free assessment of your hot water heater as part of a new Fairfax and San Anselmo pilot program with Ready-Set-Replace.
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Summer is right around the corner - sign up and join us for some fun in the sun! | |
We have some NEW Springtime classes happening for our community. Please check them out and sign up today!
- New Toddler Music class with Lakshmi starting in April at lower cost!
- Mommy & Me class for 0-3 year olds
- Contemporary Dance for School Aged Kids
- Contact Improvisation Family Jam with Good Fun Stuff
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Teen Open Mic - save the date!
Friday, May 12 | 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Fairfax Women's Club
Singers, Musicians, Bands, Poets, Actors, Comedians and anyone wanting to share the spotlight are welcome!
The event aims to promote youth participation in performance arts.
Text or call to reserve your spot: 415-390-6196
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Age-Friendly Fairfax
Senior Homeowner Parcel Tax Exemption for Tax Year 23-24
Older adults have an opportunity to qualify for a $29 Measure A parcel tax exemption. To qualify for a Low-Income Senior Exemption for the Measure A parcel tax for a single-family residence, you must:
- You will be 65 years of age or older by December 31 of the tax year; and
- You own and occupy your residence located in Marin County; and
- Your total annual household income is less than approximately $104,400
Deadline for form submission is June 1, 2023.
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Town Council Meeting
Wednesday, April 5 | 6:30 p.m.
Parks & Recreation Committee
Monday, April 10 | 7:00 p.m.
Climate Action Committee
Tuesday, April 18 | 7:00 p.m.
Special Town Council Meeting
Wednesday, April 19 | 5:00 p.m.
Planning Commission
Thursday, April 20 | 7:00 p.m.
Learn more about our public meetings.
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Fairfax's Annual Spring Egg Hunt
April 8 | 10:00 a.m.
Bolinas Park
The Town’s Recreation Department and Parks & Recreation Commission will hold the Spring Egg Hunt in Bolinas Park on Saturday, April 8th. The Easter Bunny will be on site for photo opportunities. This event is for children ages 8 and below.
Please bring your own basket.
Sponsored by the Fairfax Parks & Recreation Commission. For more info, contact mbaird@townoffairfax.org.
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Wendy Baker Mixed Media Art Workshop
April 8 | 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Fairfax Pavilion
Mix media will involve work on large paper. You will start with chalk markings, add color with acrylic paint. And end with collage. Cut outs from Magazines. You will end with a complete work of art.
Art should be fun and this process is a delightful way to spend 2 hours. Everyone is welcome!
Email wendy_baker@comcast.net to RSVP
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Saving Money by Going Electric!
April 16 | 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Fairfax Women's Club
What does it mean to "go electric," and how can I save money as I move toward electrifying everything? Electrifying your home best begins with an energy audit; one appliance with a big impact is your water heater. Come learn about heat pumps and how to get a free assessment as part of the Fairfax Heat Pump Water Heater pilot program. Also come meet our new induction stove and learn about why this might be a great addition to your kitchen! We’ll also discuss financial rebates galore!
Speakers
- Joe Hewlings, Host and Vice-Chair of the Fairfax Climate Action Committee
- Susan Gladwin, ReadySetReplace, Heat Pump Water Heater Pilot
- Jody Timms, Chair of the Fairfax Climate Action Committee
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Fairfax Theater Company presents their Spring Play – a bawdy satire – Days in the Life of Shakespeare!
Saturday and Sundays
April 8-23 | 3:30 p.m.
Written and directed by Sam M Parry, “A Play on Words . . .” is a hilarious glimpse into the life and times of Will Shakespeare—of Stratford-Upon-Avon fame.
FREE. Donations accepted.
Learn more and register.
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Learn about Vanpooling with Transportation Authority of Marin
April 19 | 12:00-12:30 p.m.
Online
The Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) has teamed up with Commute with Enterprise, MTC’s Bay Area Vanpool Program Contractor, to host a webinar for employers interested in learning more about forming vanpools and associated incentives currently provided by TAM and MTC.
Learn more about how you can benefit from vanpooling and RSVP.
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Get involved by joining a Board or Commission
Do you want to make a real difference in 2023? Consider joining a board or commission for the Town of Fairfax. There are openings on several boards and commissions, find out what they are and consider joining!
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