National Night Out 2024 Was a Hit! Thank you to our agency and local business partners for participating, and thank you to everyone for joining us in an evening of community building! Check out the event slideshow and recap here.

City Council Unanimously Adopts Resolution to Support November 2024 Sales Tax Measure

In a unanimous decision during their August 5 meeting, the City Council adopted a Resolution in support of a Sales Tax Measure that will be on the November 2024 ballot. This measure aims to raise the Sales Tax rate by 1% to generate revenue to enhance essential City services and facilities, focusing on critical areas such as wildfire prevention, infrastructure improvements, and emergency preparedness. Read the meeting summary and learn more about the Sales Tax Measure here.

Emergency Preparedness News

How To Prepare Before, During, & After A Wildfire Evacuation - With the recent Park Fire in Butte County that is 420k acres & 34% contained, we encourage community members to review these evacuation tips.

Paved Road Fuel Reduction Program - Southern Marin Fire District has made the reduction of flammable vegetation that surrounds our residents one of its biggest priorities. To that end, the Fire District's multi-faceted Vegetation Management Program is coming to your neighborhood. Is your street on the list?

SAVE THE DATE - Annual Sidewalk CPR Event - Join Marin County EMS System and Southern Marin Fire District for the Annual County-Wide Sidewalk CPR / Stop the Bleed / and Spray Narcan in three convenient locations, Saturday, Aug 17, 2024 from 10am–2pm.

Wildfire Risk Resident Grant Information Available - Marin Wildfire recognizes that the cost of work required to mitigate risks can be a barrier for many residents which is why the Southern Marin Fire Protection District would like to inform residents of MWPA's Resident Grant Application and Program.

Public Works News

Bike, Pedestrian & Transportation Project Updates - From new curb ramp installations to adaptive traffic signals and grant-funded improvements, the City is committed to enhancing safety and accessibility for all community members. Check out the latest bike, pedestrian and transportation project updates here.

Tree Removal on Miller Avenue - On the morning of Tuesday, August 13, 2024, from 8 AM until noon, work crews will remove two dead redwood trees on Miller Avenue in front of the Safeway Shopping Center. Understanding the community’s deep appreciation for redwood trees in Mill Valley, staff has made arrangements to repurpose the lumber from the trees. Read more about the Miller Avenue redwood removal and repurposing here.

Housing Update

The Latest Housing eNewsletter is Here! - Check out the latest news on housing in Mill Valley and around Marin. This edition includes: Marin Housing Bond: Information and Listening Sessions, Accessory Dwelling Units: 

Free Consultations through ADU Center of Marin, Home Match: Help House a Local Community Member. Read the Housing Update eNewsletter here.

We Want To Hear From You About Housing Displacement In Marin - The City of Mill Valley is participating in Rooted in Marin, a community-centered outreach and education effort to better understand “housing displacement” in Marin-- when residents are required to involuntarily move from their homes or neighborhoods. Please take the county-wide survey to share your experience, concerns and thoughts on housing displacement (through September 9, 2024).

For more information about Rooted in Marin, please click here.

Assembly Bill 413 Leads to Parking Changes

With the passing of Assembly Bill 413 into the California Vehicle Code, drivers will now be prohibited from parking within 20 feet of the approach side of a crosswalk. Learn more about AB 413 and how you can be sure to comply with this new regulation.

Recreation and Arts News

Register Soon for Fall Classes & Programs - Mill Valley Arts & Recreation's Fall session is coming soon! Registration opens on Tuesday, August 20th at 8:30am. Programs & classes are viewable now. Check out what's available this Fall!

Mill Valley Arts & Recreation is Hiring - We are currently hiring motivated, passionate individuals for a variety of positions, including: Recreation Coordinator I (Aquatics), After School Program Director, Enrichment Instructors, Preschool Instructors and more!

Check out all our available positions and apply today!

Mill Valley Recreation Special Events - Coming Soon!

Family Fun Fest - Monday, August 19th | 4-6pm | Mill Valley Community Center

Community Campout - August 24-25 | Mill Valley Community Center/Friends Field

Mill Valley Arts Commission Special Events - Coming Soon!

Knitting Us Together - Materials Due August 12th - Get more information!

Concerts in the Plaza - September 7-8 | 11am-7pm | Mill Valley Downtown Plaza

Library News

All events take place at the Mill Valley Public Library in the Creekside Room. 

Death Literacy 101, Parts 1 & 2

Tuesday, August 13th & August 20th, 6:00-7:30pm

This Death Literacy series aims to provide information and education about end-of-life care in order to alleviate anxiety, lessen stress, and encourage thoughtful conversations and preparation for ourselves and loved ones. No registration required. Click here to learn more about the Death Literacy series. 

Local Author Panel: Writing for Wellness

Wednesday, August 14th, 6:30-7:30pm

Join us for a panel discussion of local authors who write about personal growth. The panel features authors Rand Selig, Willow Older, Deborah Huber, and Merrill Page, moderated by Joanne Orion Miller. Registration required. Click here to learn more about the featured authors and to register.  

Digital Literacy: Decoding Devices

Thursday, August 22nd, 2:00-3:00pm

Learn how to make your way around your device with a touchscreen, the many not-so-obvious things you can do, and how to approach any magic rectangle with knowledge and confidence. Registration required. Click here to learn more and to register.

Climate-Resilient Landscapes: Harvesting Water and Connecting Community

Saturday, August 24th, 1:00-2:30pm

Discover how simple yet effective techniques like rain gardens, dry creeks, and rooftop runoff capture can transform our environment and help protect against climate-intensified flood and drought. Registration required. Click here to learn more and to register. 

DEI News

Check out the lates DEI News for August! This month we feature fun, accessible and adaptive recreation programming for all! Featuring: Martial Arts for Adaptive Needs with Sensei Al, Friendship FUNdamentals, a monthly gathering for neurodiverse children and youth ages 8-18 to socialize with support, and FREE Learn to Swim Classes from Mill Valley Recreation and Soma Aquatics.

Speaking of Soma Aquatics - Check out this article featuring their great work, by our friends at Enjoy Mill Valley!

Sustainability News

Sustainability Open Hours - Tuesdays 9am - 11am Have questions or want to share comments about sustainability initiatives? Come speak to the Climate Action Coordinator during virtual open hours! Sign up here for sustainability updates.

Lawn Replacement Rebates for Marin Water Customers You can receive up to $3 per square foot for replacing grass, with a cap of 1,000 square feet for homeowners and 5,000 square feet for businesses. The $3 rebate requires best management practices like sheet mulching and using California native plants. Learn more about the rebate and apply.

Free Fall Climate Action Workshops Are you keen to do your part for the planet but not sure where to start? Join a Climate Action Workshop to learn ways to shrink your carbon footprint and create a resilient home and community. Register for an upcoming workshop.

Community News

Curtain Theatre presents A Midsummer Night's Dream - Mill Valley’s own company of Shakespeare players, is returning for its 24th summer production with one of the Bard's most beloved comedies. Known for professional, family friendly productions with live music, this year the Curtain Theatre is presenting one of the Bard's most beloved comedies, A Midsummer Night's Dream. Admission always free. Visit CurtainTheatre.org.

Dates: August 10,11,17,18,24,25,31, September 1,2

Time: 2:00 pm, Saturdays, Sundays (plus Labor Day Monday)

Place: Old Mill Park Amphitheater, Mill Valley

MTC, ABAG Seek Residents’ Advice on Bay Area Challenges - MTC and the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) invite Bay Area residents to help shape the future of the region through 2050 by providing their input at a series of “Pop-Up” events to be held in each of the nine Bay Area counties.  Learn more about Plan Bay Area 2050+ Blueprint, Future Transit Network.

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