This report is from the Town of Fairfax weekly newsletter: Due diligence investigations of the property have gotten underway in cooperation with Marin Open Space Trust (MOST) and the Town of Fairfax. Discussions are continuing between Marin County and the Town about the ownership of the Wall … [Read more...] about Wall property discussions continue with Marin Open Space Trust
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San Anselmo, Fairfax push residents to go all electric to help save the planet
The Towns of Fairfax and San Anselmo have partnered with ReadySetReplace on a residential electrification pilot program that is being offered to homeowners interested in installing electric appliances. By participating in the program, you can receive a free assessment to determine if … [Read more...] about San Anselmo, Fairfax push residents to go all electric to help save the planet
It’s official in Fairfax: Gas power tools strictly forbidden as of Jan. 1, 2024
Electric Landscape Equipment Rebates As of January 1, 2024, the use of electric (either battery-operated or corded) or manual landscape equipment is required for residents, Town staff and contractors, and commercial landscapers. Gas- or diesel-powered tools are no longer allowed (save a few … [Read more...] about It’s official in Fairfax: Gas power tools strictly forbidden as of Jan. 1, 2024
Tree falls in Fairfax, taking power lines with it
MarinHealth touts performance in new research
The following is a press release from MarinHealth Medical Center: MarinHealth Medical Center announced today that it is one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals for 2024, according to new research released by Healthgrades, the leading resource consumers use to find a hospital or doctor. This … [Read more...] about MarinHealth touts performance in new research
State helps fund homeless military vets in Marin
Marin County Special to Marinscope In the coming year, a new injection of state funding will help Marin County take steps to eliminate homelessness among military veterans. The Marin County Department of Health and Human Services (Marin HHS) has received a $14.4 million grant from … [Read more...] about State helps fund homeless military vets in Marin
Sheriff’s Department takes precautions after man with gun reported at Kent Middle School
On Thursday, Jan. 18, at about 7 p.m., a caller reported that a man was seen with a handgun at Kent Middle School. The caller told Dispatch they were initially flagged down by a juvenile who had seen the man with the gun, but they were unsure of the validity of the claim. Another caller advised … [Read more...] about Sheriff’s Department takes precautions after man with gun reported at Kent Middle School
California, Marin further relax COVID-19 isolation rules
Marin County Public Health Status Update: January 19, 2024: Last week, the California Department of Public Health further relaxed COVID-19 isolation recommendations. Marin Public Health supports this change, and issued this letter to the school community today. Under the new … [Read more...] about California, Marin further relax COVID-19 isolation rules
Race equity plan report on County’s agenda
A report on how well Marin County is doing on its Race Equity Action Plan Implementation will be reviewed at the Marin County Board of Supervisors meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 23. The item is expected to be taken up at about 2 p.m. Here is the staff report on REAP: RECOMMENDATION: Accept the … [Read more...] about Race equity plan report on County’s agenda
Marin County touts ‘overall improvement’ of roads
Marin County Special to Marinscope Despite the intense storms of January 2023 that heavily impacted the roadways of Marin, the Pavement Condition Index (PCI) score for County-maintained roads has increased from 66 to 68, as of December 31, 2023. PCI is a measure of roadway quality which … [Read more...] about Marin County touts ‘overall improvement’ of roads