San Rafael, CA – The Marin County Board of Supervisors on June 25 approved a fee schedule for the licensing of short-term rental properties. The changes come following a review of the costs involved in reviewing and issuing licenses for residential properties used for stays of 30 days or less. … [Read more...] about Marin County OK’s short term rental fees
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Engage in meaningful conversations about Novato on July 2
Join Councilmember Susan Wernick and Police staff for an opportunity to discuss City projects and initiatives, ask questions, share feedback, and help us get to know you better!' On Tuesday, July 2 at 4 p.m. drop by to the Downtown Novato Community Farmer' Market on Sherman Avenue to an … [Read more...] about Engage in meaningful conversations about Novato on July 2
Lauren Hartley of Novato makes Dean’s List
Lauren Hartley of Novato has made the Dean's List for Spring 2024 at Millikin University! Students who attempt 12 graded credits during a fall or spring semester and earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher earn Dean's List honors. Students earning a perfect 4.00 grade point average on 12 … [Read more...] about Lauren Hartley of Novato makes Dean’s List
If you must visit Oakland, don’t
Properly Subversive/Sherman R. Frederick Last time I visited Oakland, about a month ago, the rental car company warned me not to get gas under any circumstances at a station around the airport due to rampant carjackings and other crime. Don’t do it, they said, about three times between … [Read more...] about If you must visit Oakland, don’t
Fairfax saves the planet with one e-bike?
The story that the cool little Marin town of Fairfax touts its one e-bike as making the town "greener" is a prime example of crazy woke policies that make no -- zero! -- sense. See Opinion piece here. … [Read more...] about Fairfax saves the planet with one e-bike?
Cops in Fairfax get an e-bike, making the town greener
Fairfax has introduced e-bike patrols for parking enforcement and non-emergency response. Officers will now cruise through Fairfax on an eco-friendly e-bike. The move, town officials say, ensures Fairfax will now be a greener community by reducing the town's carbon footprint. … [Read more...] about Cops in Fairfax get an e-bike, making the town greener
Fairfax Planning Commission discusses Dark Sky ordinance
At the June 20 meeting, the Fairfax Planning Commission discussed dark sky and light pollution reduction strategies. Several members of the public spoke as well. The principles of “dark sky” call for the reduction of outdoor lighting to enhance the view of the night sky. By reducing outdoor … [Read more...] about Fairfax Planning Commission discusses Dark Sky ordinance
Marin City has new epicenter of creativity, innovation
Marin County San Rafael, CA – The Lab, Marin City's premier state-of-the-art innovation hub, is set to inspire creativity, entrepreneurship, design, play, mentorship, and collaboration. Designed as a versatile environment, The Lab will offer a maker space, hacker space, coding space, … [Read more...] about Marin City has new epicenter of creativity, innovation
Get ready for Sausalito’s premier 4th of July celebration
The Fourth of July is Sausalito's premier annual event. The day begins with a 10:00 a.m. parade along the Bridgeway waterfront, continues in the afternoon with a community picnic in Dunphy Park, and comes to a spectacular end with live music in Gabrielson Park followed by fireworks over … [Read more...] about Get ready for Sausalito’s premier 4th of July celebration
Iconic Sea Lion sculpture set to return to the waterfront
Now fully restored and with all requisite permits secured, Sausalito's iconic sea lion sculpture will soon return to its home on Sausalito's southern waterfront. The 1,900 lbs. bronze sculpture has been ashore since January 2023, when it was lifted to safety after breaking loose from … [Read more...] about Iconic Sea Lion sculpture set to return to the waterfront