The Marin County Genealogical Society will hold a vital meeting on May 23. Information on the topics and details to registered are below. … [Read more...] about What the dead can tell you: Meeting of the Marin County Genealogical Society
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Revised plan cuts Marin City housing deal
Marin County Special to Marinscope A new affordable housing project in Marin City could now be significantly smaller – a maximum of 42 units instead of the originally proposed 74 – in response to concerns expressed by the Marin City community. The Marin County Community Development Agency … [Read more...] about Revised plan cuts Marin City housing deal
County Supervisor Mary Sackett invites you to get on board for a better Marin
Our Boards and Commissions rely on civic-minded residents to help guide and shape our policies. If you have been thinking about getting engaged, check out these openings. If you are thinking about getting involved and aren't sure, I invite you to reach out to my office. My aides would be happy to … [Read more...] about County Supervisor Mary Sackett invites you to get on board for a better Marin
President Biden still silent on Jewish students chased from college campuses — what’s wrong with him?
Sherman R. Frederick/Properly Subversive A choir director friend of mine had one of those brains that could pick up on tunes and play it back, no sheet music required. One day while riding his bicycle, a car struck him. It knocked him for a loop. For half a year he could barely walk. He … [Read more...] about President Biden still silent on Jewish students chased from college campuses — what’s wrong with him?
Ghilotti student athlete awards announced
The Marin Athletic Foundation has announced the 2024 Eva & Mario Ghilotti Outstanding Student Athlete Award Recipients. These outstanding athletes and scholars from Marin County High Schools will be honored on ,at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 6:00 PM. They will be individually recognized for … [Read more...] about Ghilotti student athlete awards announced
Sheriff clarifies search for missing Mint Butterfield, 16
Press Release of Voluntary Missing Person - Mint Butterfield, April 25th, 2024 On April 22, at approximately 0902 hours, a call came into our Communications Center regarding a 16-year-old missing person, identified as Mint Butterfield. Mint’s pronouns are they/them. Mint was reported missing by … [Read more...] about Sheriff clarifies search for missing Mint Butterfield, 16
Good homes needed for Marin foster care
San Rafael, CA – Every child deserves stability, especially during times of crisis. Unfortunately, for some youth in Marin County's foster care system, sudden moves disrupt their lives, forcing them to leave their homes, schools, and communities behind. National Foster Care Month, … [Read more...] about Good homes needed for Marin foster care
Now’s the time to comment on e-bike rules
Community members have two opportunities in the next month to provide direct feedback on how the federal government should address safety regulations for e-bikes. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is taking public comment until Wednesday, April 24, on what its consumer protection … [Read more...] about Now’s the time to comment on e-bike rules
County receives Marinwood Plaza affordable housing application
The Marin County Community Development Agency (CDA) has received an application for the development of 125 all-affordable multifamily housing units at the site of Marinwood Plaza, just west of Highway 101. Marinwood Propco, L.P., in agreement with Tableau Development Co., submitted the … [Read more...] about County receives Marinwood Plaza affordable housing application
Binford Road homeless encampment reduction report due soon
The big homeless encampment on county land just north of Novato on Binford Road has been a topic of concern for Marin County government. In December of last year, the county presented an assessment of the homeless there (101 people) and planned to give the public an update on progress for … [Read more...] about Binford Road homeless encampment reduction report due soon