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2014 News Releases

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12/30/2014Employees Raise More than $88,000 for CharitiesAdministrators Office
12/29/2014Marin Damage from Recent Storm: $13.3 MillionSheriff
12/26/2014Several Vacancies on Marin County Library CommissionBoard of Supervisors
12/24/2014Wanted: Foster Parents in MarinHealth and Human Services
12/24/2014Probation Officers Conduct Unannounced Searches Probation
12/22/2014State’s Declaration of Emergency Helps MarinSheriff
12/22/2014Emergency Tax Relief May be AvailableAssessor Recorder County Clerk
12/22/20143 Vacancies on Cultural Services CommissionBoard of Supervisors
12/19/2014Marin County Offices Closed for HolidaysAdministrators Office
12/19/2014Openings on Marin Law Library Board of TrusteesBoard of Supervisors
12/18/2014Landfill Case Ruled in County’s FavorCommunity Development
12/18/2014Seat Open on Bridge District BoardBoard of Supervisors
12/17/2014Fair Theme for 2015: ‘On With The Show!’Cultural Services
12/16/2014Marin Issues State of Emergency Due To StormAdministrators Office
12/15/2014Public to Get High-Tech Visuals of Sea-Level RiseCommunity Development
12/15/2014Two At-Large Openings on Planning CommissionBoard of Supervisors
12/11/2014Marin Storm UpdateSheriff
12/11/2014Second Marin Storm UpdateSheriff
12/09/2014Marin Agencies Prepare for Major StormSheriff
12/09/2014County Approves Agreement with Software VendorInformation Services Technology
12/09/2014Supervisors Approve Housing ElementCommunity Development
12/05/2014County Prevails in San Geronimo Valley Court RulingCounty Counsel
12/05/2014Thank You, Election Day Poll WorkersElections
12/05/2014County Nears Agreement with Software VendorInformation Services Technology
12/04/2014Marin Ready to 3D Print!Marin County Free Library
12/04/2014First Installment of Property Taxes DueDepartment of Finance
12/03/2014Marin Agencies Respond to Storm CallsMarin County Fire Department
12/02/2014Safe Disposal of Prescription Drugs and Needles UrgedCommunity Development
12/02/2014Supervisors to Review Draft Housing ElementCommunity Development
11/26/2014November 4 Election Results OfficialElections
11/26/2014Flood Control District to Host Open HousePublic Works
11/26/2014Health Services Inside County Jail Grade WellHealth and Human Services
11/25/2014District Attorney's Office Hands Check to Food BankDistrict Attorney
11/25/2014Free Entry to Marin County Regional ParksMarin County Parks
11/24/2014Fire Crew to Burn Brush Piles Near San RafaelMarin County Fire Department
11/18/2014Planning Commission Passes Draft Housing ElementCommunity Development
11/14/2014South Arch Accessibility Improvements CompletePublic Works
11/13/2014Election Count Continues with Manual TallyElections
11/13/2014County Parks Gleaming after Coastal Cleanup DayMarin County Parks
11/07/2014Sheriff-Coroner Concludes Investigation in Robin Williams' DeathSheriff
11/07/2014Vintage Planes to Highlight Veterans Day EventHealth and Human Services
11/07/2014Feedback from Cyclists, Pedestrians WantedPublic Works
11/06/2014Marin Youth Court Commended for Decade of SuccessProbation
11/05/2014About 30,000 Ballots Left to Count from ElectionElections
11/04/2014It’s Election Day! Marin Looks for Strong TurnoutElections
11/04/2014Supervisors Support ‘Living Wage’ IncreaseAdministrators Office
11/03/2014Public Works Plans Slide Repairs at 2 LocationsPublic Works
10/31/2014Sex Offenders Get Halloween ReminderProbation
10/30/2014Library Patrons Offered New Web Streaming Service Marin County Free Library
10/29/20144-Tour Afghanistan Vet to Lead Veterans Day Event Health and Human Services
10/28/2014Vacancy on County Building Board of AppealsBoard of Supervisors
10/27/2014Elections Office Makes Voting ConvenientElections
10/27/2014Vacancy on Marin County Library CommissionBoard of Supervisors
10/24/2014A Chance to Learn about Civic Center Drive ProjectPublic Works
10/24/2014How We’ll Report November 4 Election Results Elections
10/24/2014Needed: Advocates for Long-Term Care ResidentsHealth and Human Services
10/24/2014Recruiting Underway for Architectural CommissionBoard of Supervisors
10/22/2014Help Us Identify Illegal Fire Sources on County LandsMarin County Parks
10/22/2014New Fire Detection Cameras InstalledMarin County Fire Department
10/21/2014Corte Madera Library Branch Closing for UpgradesMarin County Free Library
10/20/2014Feedback from Cyclists, Pedestrians WantedPublic Works
10/20/2014Voting Underway for November 4 General ElectionElections
10/17/2014Marin’s Most Vulnerable Kids Need HelpHealth and Human Services
10/17/2014Commitment to Preventing Family Violence Gains SteamProbation
10/17/2014White Hill Road Shoulder Improvements CompletePublic Works
10/16/2014County Recruiting an Army of Weather WatchersPublic Works
10/15/2014Family Fun Guaranteed at Wildlife Discovery Day Marin County Parks
10/15/2014Health Concerns Eased at West Marin BeachMarin County Parks
10/15/2014Audio Recordings of Ballot Measures Are AvailableElections
10/15/2014Education Program Targets Teen Binge DrinkingDistrict Attorney
10/14/2014County to Participate in Great California ShakeOutSheriff
10/14/2014Wildfire Burns Part of Roy’s Redwoods PreserveMarin County Fire Department
10/14/2014Understanding the Risks of Sea-Level RiseCommunity Development
10/14/2014Marin's Response to Ebola OutbreakHealth and Human Services
10/13/2014Register by Oct. 20 to Vote in NovemberElections
10/10/2014Eat Pancakes, Support Point Reyes Disaster CouncilMarin County Fire Department
10/09/2014County to Auction Off Surplus VehiclesPublic Works
10/09/2014Shaping the Future of Stafford Lake ParkMarin County Parks
10/08/2014More County Budget Details Now OnlineAdministrators Office
10/08/2014County Recruits for New Architectural CommissionBoard of Supervisors
10/07/2014New Election Aid: Smartphone-Friendly WebsiteElections
10/06/2014Vote-By-Mail Ballots Are On Their WayElections
10/03/2014Free Flu Vaccine Clinics for Uninsured ResidentsHealth and Human Services
10/03/2014Upgrades Planned for Busy Southern Marin PathwayPublic Works
10/02/2014Up for a Challenge? Ready Yourself for a DisasterSheriff
10/02/2014Anti-Trafficking Efforts Gaining MomentumDistrict Attorney
09/30/2014Governor Approves Housing Density Bill Administrators Office
09/29/2014Fire Department Open House Set for Oct. 5Marin County Fire Department
09/26/2014Voter Pamphlets Mailed to Marin ResidentsElections
09/23/2014Property Tax Bills to be Mailed Next WeekDepartment of Finance
09/23/2014Bolinas Fire Seeks New Board MemberBoard of Supervisors
09/18/2014Get Ready to Vote!Elections
09/18/2014Exchange Set Up for Toy Guns, Violent Video GamesDistrict Attorney
09/18/2014Get Ready to Vote!Elections
09/17/2014County Joins Wildlife Monitoring ProgramMarin County Parks
09/15/2014Family Violence Summit Set for Oct. 1Probation
09/12/2014Temporary Closures Scheduled for Library BranchesMarin County Free Library
09/12/2014Parks and Open Space Commission has OpeningBoard of Supervisors
09/11/2014County Captures National Awards for OutreachAdministrators Office
09/09/2014Purge Your Medicine Cabinet on Sept. 27Health and Human Services
09/03/2014County Kicks off National Preparedness MonthSheriff
08/29/2014Free Graywater Workshop for Homeowners Sept. 13Community Development
08/29/2014New Firefighters Graduate from AcademyMarin County Fire Department
08/28/2014Two Vacancies on Marin Women’s CommissionBoard of Supervisors
08/27/2014Marin Prepares for National Voter Registration DayElections
08/27/2014Lowe's Settles Civil Consumer Protection ActionDistrict Attorney
08/26/2014Draft Climate Action Plan Open for Public CommentCommunity Development
08/26/2014Supervisors to Examine Development Review ProcessCommunity Development
08/22/2014Voter Registration DayElections
08/22/2014Housing Density Bill Heads to Governor’s DeskAdministrators Office
08/22/2014County Unveils New Home Page, Navigation, NewsroomInformation Services Technology
08/21/2014Turn Restriction Coming for Tennessee Valley RoadPublic Works
08/20/2014Vacancy on Women's CommissionBoard of Supervisors
08/20/2014Draft Housing Element Available for ReviewCommunity Development
08/20/2014Vacancy on Marin Women’s CommissionBoard of Supervisors
08/14/2014CORRECTED NOTICE
Deadline for Filing Arguments and Rebuttals for County, School and District Measures November 4, 2014 General Election
Elections
08/12/2014Proposed Building Code Promotes SustainabilityCommunity Development
08/11/2014Deadline for Filing Arguments and Rebuttals for County, School and District Measures November 4, 2014 General ElectionElections
08/08/2014Vacancy on Flood Control Zone Advisory BoardBoard of Supervisors
08/08/2014New Road and Trail Documents Up for ReviewMarin County Parks
08/06/2014New Energy-Saving Options for Marin HomeownersCommunity Development
08/05/2014Supervisors Ban Tobacco from PharmaciesHealth and Human Services
08/04/2014Renovations Continue at Fairfax Library Branch Marin County Free Library
08/04/2014Vacancies Remain on Access Appeals BoardBoard of Supervisors
07/31/2014Poll Workers Receive $25 RaiseElections
07/31/2014Marin Earns EPA Award for Green Energy UseCommunity Development
07/30/2014Water Update: We’re OK, but Keep ConservingBoard of Supervisors
07/25/2014Marin Prepares for 628 Area CodeAdministrators Office
07/24/2014Vacancy on Marin Women’s CommissionBoard of Supervisors
07/23/2014Report Shows Elevation in Marin Melanoma RatesHealth and Human Services
07/22/2014Man Allegedly Misrepresenting Himself as Open Space RangerMarin County Parks
07/21/2014Employee Survey Results Show ImprovementAdministrators Office
07/14/2014Ferry Connection Multiuse Pathway Taking Shape in LarkspurPublic Works
07/11/2014Openings on Marin County Mental Health BoardBoard of Supervisors
07/11/2014Shoulder Improvements Coming for Drake BoulevardPublic Works
07/11/2014Tests Show Safe Water at McNears Beach Park Marin County Parks
07/10/2014Public Hearing Schedule Set for Housing Element Community Development
07/09/2014Candidate Filing Opens for November ElectionElections
07/08/2014Marin County Parks Staff to Build Bike ParkMarin County Parks
07/08/2014Calicchio Hired to Lead Cultural and Visitor ServicesAdministrators Office
07/07/2014Learn More about Gnoss Field Plans on July 17Public Works
07/01/2014NOTICE OF ELECTIONElections
06/30/2014County Fair’s Farley Prepares for FarewellAdministrators Office
06/30/2014Marin County Partners with NextdoorAdministrators Office
06/30/2014Feedback Sought on Development Review ProcessCommunity Development
06/27/2014Drug Misuse is Focus of New InitiativeHealth and Human Services
06/27/2014Assessor Delivers $61.8 Billion Assessment RollAssessor Recorder County Clerk
06/27/2014Wading into a Discussion about Sea-Level RiseCommunity Development
06/25/2014Human-Powered Transportation is Working in MarinPublic Works
06/24/2014Vacancies on Marin County Access Appeals BoardBoard of Supervisors
06/23/2014Free Graywater Workshops for HomeownersCommunity Development
06/20/2014Pathway to be Dedicated to Former Supervisor Administrators Office
06/20/2014Openings Available on Assessment Appeals BoardsBoard of Supervisors
06/12/2014Vacancy on Marin County Library CommissionBoard of Supervisors
06/09/2014Veterans to Collect Old Flags on Flag DayHealth and Human Services
06/09/2014Marin Celebrates World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Health and Human Services
06/06/2014‘Don’t Miss a Beat’: Learn Hands-Only CPR on June 14Marin County Fire Department
06/06/2014County Hires New Registrar of VotersAdministrators Office
06/04/2014Juvenile Services Center to Receive MakeoverPublic Works
06/03/2014Record Year – Again – for Marin AgricultureAgriculture Weights and Measures
06/02/2014Colored Placards Proposed for Local RestaurantsCommunity Development
05/30/2014Audio-Video Upgrades Mostly Complete in Board ChambersPublic Works
05/29/2014Budget Balanced for the Next Two YearsAdministrators Office
05/27/2014Ground Broken on Marin’s First Bike ParkMarin County Parks
05/23/2014Housing Element Workshop Materials Now OnlineCommunity Development
05/23/2014Elections Office Extends Hours for June 3 PrimaryElections
05/21/2014Farmland Grant Program LaunchedMarin County Parks
05/20/2014District Attorney’s Office Earns Innovation AwardAdministrators Office
05/20/2014Happiest Fair On Earth to Feature More Family Fun Than Ever BeforeCultural Services
05/20/2014Meetings Coming Up About Changes to FEMA Flood Insurance Rate MapsPublic Works
05/19/2014Vacancy on Marin Women’s CommissionBoard of Supervisors
05/16/2014Memorial Day Speaker Saved JFK’s Life in WWIIHealth and Human Services
05/16/2014Voting Underway for June 3 PrimaryElections
05/16/2014Openings on Parks and Open Space Commission Board of Supervisors
05/15/2014Fairfax Library Branch to Close for UpgradesMarin County Free Library
05/15/2014Vacancy on Marin Commission on AgingBoard of Supervisors
05/13/2014May is Mental Health Awareness MonthHealth and Human Services
05/13/2014Poll Workers Needed For June 3 Primary ElectionElections
05/13/2014Voter Registration Deadline Approaches for June Primary ElectionElections
05/07/2014Top Honors for County Emergency Medical Services Health and Human Services
05/05/2014Error Noted in Some Primary Election PamphletsElections
05/02/2014Marin Women’s Commission Has a VacancyBoard of Supervisors
04/30/2014Marin Bike Park Gets Construction ApprovalMarin County Parks
04/30/2014More Questions Answered About Housing PlansCommunity Development
04/29/2014Emergency Operations Facility to Debut May 10Sheriff
04/29/2014Ecology Program for At-Risk Youths ExpandsHealth and Human Services
04/28/2014Marin Participating in Statewide Science Project May 8Farm Advisor
04/28/2014Poignant Memorial Exhibit on Display at Civic CenterMarin County Free Library
04/25/2014Casting Call for Musicians, Bands Marin County Fire Department
04/25/2014Vacancy on Peace Conversion CommissionBoard of Supervisors
04/23/2014UC Cooperative Extension to Celebrate 100 yearsFarm Advisor
04/22/2014Posthumous World War II Medal to be AwardedHealth and Human Services
04/22/2014May 6, 2014 Election - Vote By Mail Elections ConcludeElections
04/22/2014Vote By Mail Elections Conclude May 6Elections
04/21/2014Drop Off Unused Meds on Drug Take-Back DayBoard of Supervisors
04/15/2014County’s Housing Workshops ContinueCommunity Development
04/14/2014Entertainment Writer Honored by Cultural ServicesCultural Services
04/10/2014Marin Bike Park Receives 5th SponsorshipMarin County Parks
04/10/2014Lineup Complete for Marin County Fair ConcertsCultural Services
04/08/2014County to Auction Off Surplus Vehicles April 13-19Public Works
04/08/2014Restaurant Records Now Smartphone-ReadyCommunity Development
04/07/2014Second Climate Action Plan Meeting AddedCommunity Development
04/02/2014Affordable Care Act Implementation ContinuesHealth and Human Services
03/31/2014Poll Workers Needed in West MarinElections
03/28/2014Meeting April 7 on Point San Pedro Road ProjectPublic Works
03/28/2014Entries Officially Open for 2014 Marin County FairCultural Services
03/27/2014County's Climate Planning Goals for 2020 in SightCommunity Development
03/26/2014Marin Again Ranked Healthiest County in CaliforniaHealth and Human Services
03/26/2014County Receives Exclusive Budgeting AwardAdministrators Office
03/25/2014Vacancy on Marin County Library CommissionBoard of Supervisors
03/24/2014New Sponsorship Offer for Marin Bike ParkMarin County Parks
03/21/2014Vacancy on Strawberry Design Review Board Board of Supervisors
03/19/2014Key Advice for Transitional Youths and Their ParentsPublic Defender
03/18/2014Affordable Care Act Deadline ApproachingHealth and Human Services
03/17/2014Second Installment of Property Taxes DueDepartment of Finance
03/17/2014County Moves Forward with Next Housing PlanCommunity Development
03/13/2014Budget Planning Workshops Coming in Late MarchAdministrators Office
03/12/2014Speak Out: Let’s Bring HIV Out of the ClosetHealth and Human Services
03/11/2014Attorney Fees Reduced in General Assistance LawsuitHealth and Human Services
03/11/2014Marinwood Plaza EIR Meeting Set For March 29Community Development
03/11/2014Civic Center Library to Close for UpgradesMarin County Free Library
03/07/2014Split Decision on San Geronimo Valley Court RulingCounty Counsel
03/06/2014Marin, 8 Other Counties Split $2.25M SettlementDistrict Attorney
03/05/2014Unhealthy Products Still Prevalent in Marin StoresHealth and Human Services
03/04/2014Survey: Strong Turnout by Voters with DisabilitiesElections
03/03/2014Pilot Projects Announced for Road and Trail PlanMarin County Parks
02/28/2014Vacancy on First 5 Marin Children and Families CommissionBoard of Supervisors
02/27/2014Library Embarks on Feedback Gathering EffortMarin County Free Library
02/27/2014Vacancy on Parks and Open Space CommissionBoard of Supervisors
02/26/2014Vacancies on Marin Integrated Pest Management CommissionBoard of Supervisors
02/26/2014Free Graywater Workshop Set for March 15Community Development
02/25/2014Supervisors Place Renewal of Library Tax Measure on BallotMarin County Free Library
02/21/2014Board to Consider Change to Priority Development AreaCommunity Development
02/21/2014Vacancy on Human Rights CommissionBoard of Supervisors
02/20/2014Partnership Grant Program LaunchedMarin County Parks
02/20/2014Marin, Other Counties Win Lawsuit Against Overstock.comDistrict Attorney
02/19/2014County Hires New Director of Public WorksPublic Works
02/18/2014County Reaches Settlement in Disability CaseCounty Counsel
02/14/2014Storm Prompts Valuable Feedback for Stinson Watershed ProgramPublic Works
02/13/2014Child Support Services Earns Top State HonorsChild Support Services
02/10/2014May 6, 2014 Election - Notice of Argument DeadlinesElections
02/04/2014Marin Community Foundation Board Opening for ‘Poor and Needy’ RepresentativeBoard of Supervisors
02/03/2014Vacancies on Health Council of MarinBoard of Supervisors
02/03/2014Candidate Nomination Period Opens Feb. 10Elections
01/31/2014Marin County Fair Reaps Regional AccoladesCultural Services
01/30/2014Sir Francis Drake Boulevard Renovation to be FetedPublic Works
01/29/2014District Attorney Shares Victory in False Marketing ClaimDistrict Attorney
01/28/2014Innovative Pesticide Program Captures State AwardPublic Works
01/27/2014County Explores Collaborative Graywater ProjectCommunity Development
01/24/2014Keeping Count of Veterans Mired in CourtsHealth and Human Services
01/24/2014Water Agencies Invited to County Drought ForumBoard of Supervisors
01/23/2014Vacancy on Marin County Disaster CouncilBoard of Supervisors
01/22/2014Legislation Sought to Address Housing DensityAdministrators Office
01/17/2014Public Defender Staff Honored by Marin GrassrootsPublic Defender
01/17/2014Vacancy on Marin County Disaster CouncilBoard of Supervisors
01/16/2014Benefits from Parks' Measure A Start to Bear FruitMarin County Parks
01/14/2014Setting the Mood for a Meeting with a SongBoard of Supervisors
01/13/2014Tidelands Experts Consider Flood Protection Strategies for Novato WatershedPublic Works
01/10/2014Vacancy on Marin County Personnel CommissionBoard of Supervisors
01/09/2014State Accepts Marin’s Housing Element UpdateCommunity Development
01/09/2014McNears Beach Park Added to Exclusive ListMarin County Parks
01/08/2014Increased Influenza Activity in Marin CountyHealth and Human Services
01/07/2014District 3’s Sears Assumes Board President RoleBoard of Supervisors
01/06/2014Marin County Free Library Launches Mobile AppMarin County Free Library
01/03/2014Finding Solutions to Creek Flooding In Stinson BeachPublic Works
01/03/2014County Makes Progress on Road and Trail PlanMarin County Parks
01/02/2014Community Forum to Address Immigration LawPublic Defender