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How Can You help?

The best way to assist people experiencing homelessness in Marin is to donate or volunteer directly through social service agencies and community groups working with our community.   Homeward Bound Marin – In addition to being Marin’s primary emergency shelter provider, Homeward Bound also operates 353 units of supportive housing, provides medical respite care, and provides job training … Continued

How is the roadway protected after it has been resurfaced?

Please note that after a roadway receives rehabilitation, it will be added to the City’s moratorium list, which states that “no excavation shall be permitted in any portion of public right-of-way that was constructed or resurfaced until the pavement condition index (PCI) drops below a 70/100.” The City enforces a policy of full width restoration … Continued

Why is the resurfacing a separate project?

The sidewalk project is funded by a federal grant that focuses on pedestrian and bicycle safety. Since the sidewalk project created a wider facility for pedestrians and bicycles to be off the street, the roadway resurfacing is not an eligible expense.  The resurfacing project is funded by State Bill 1 gas tax.

What is the Transportation Authority of Marin?

The Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) plans and funds transportation projects and programs that improve mobility, reduce congestion, and provide a transportation system with more options for those living, working, visiting, and traveling in Marin County.

Why is this not a City project?

Highways are under the State’s jurisdiction, therefore Caltrans maintains all of California highways, on- and off-ramps, and lands and streets underneath the raised highway. This means that even though this project includes San Rafael, TAM is working with Caltrans as the lead agency for the project scope, schedule, and management of the contractor. While TAM … Continued

Age Friendly Strategic Plan Highlights

Housing Existing homes no longer meet the needs of residents or the community. Look for opportunities to streamline costs of retrofitting homes so older adults can stay in their homes safely and comfortably. Residential facilities have availability but are not affordable. Research cost factors of living in residential facilities. Employment Address ageism in the workplace.  … Continued

Age-Friendly Action Plan Next Steps

Housing Research factors that make up the cost of living in residential facilities. Employment Research current employment situation for older adults and connect with non-profits and government agencies working on employment. Civic Participation Learn about library programs and engage with library management. Communication Explore with City staff the priority areas for improving communications, particularly with … Continued

How to Make a Pool Reservation

YOU MAY ONLY VISIT THE POOL IF YOU RESERVE IN ADVANCE. Each person entering the pool area must have a reservation. Reservations/paid admission not required for those under the age of one. If you haven’t used our online system before, please create your account here. Otherwise, please go to our Online Registration System and follow the steps below: Choose … Continued

Summer 2021 Juried Show – Jurors

Juror of Selection/Curator –  Michael Friedland Michael studied painting and design at Paier College of Art, Coronado School of Fine Arts and Philadelphia College of Art. Retired from a forty-year career as a designer, he has been teaching painting with watercolor for the past seven years.  He teaches at Falkirk, Corte Madera, Oakland, and helps … Continued

How to Cancel a Pool Reservation

If you are unable to make your reserved swim time, you may either cancel your reservation online and receive a 50% refund or you can transfer your reservation to another member within your account. Requests for cancellations must be made a minimum of three hours prior to the start of a swim reservation to receive … Continued

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