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2017 News Releases

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05/07/2021Notice of Manual Tally of BallotsElections
03/05/2021Notice of Manual Tally for the March 2, 2021 Special ElectionElections
12/29/2017Volunteers Needed for Oversight CommitteeBoard of Supervisors
12/29/2017Reminder: Ban in Place for Adult-Use CannabisCommunity Development
12/29/2017Scaffolding to be Installed Across Civic Center RoofPublic Works
12/27/2017Term Expiration on Personnel CommissionBoard of Supervisors
12/22/2017County’s Housing Trust Helps Save Affordable HomeCommunity Development
12/21/2017Incentives Created for Second Dwelling UnitsCommunity Development
12/21/2017Sorry, It’s Too Early to Pay 2018 TaxesDepartment of Finance
12/20/2017County Launches Food Resource AppHealth and Human Services
12/15/2017Volunteers Sought to Help Clean Up MarinPublic Works
12/15/2017County Fair Theme 2018: 'All for One & Fun for All'Cultural Services
12/14/2017‘Wall of Change’ Probationers Get Emotional SaluteProbation
12/14/2017Predicted Winds Prompt Ban on Open BurningMarin County Fire Department
12/13/2017Board Upholds Denial of Master Plan Extension for Seminary Site ProjectCommunity Development
12/13/2017County’s Crisis Stabilization Unit to be ImprovedPublic Works
12/12/2017Scheduling and Funding Changes for Airport ProjectPublic Works
12/12/2017School District Election Called for March 6, 2018 Elections
12/11/2017Slide Repairs Scheduled with Lane ClosuresPublic Works
12/08/2017Period for Filing Fee Petition Opens December 14Elections
12/08/2017Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk Won’t Seek Re-ElectionAssessor Recorder County Clerk
12/07/2017Project at Old Seminary Site Being Brought to BoardCommunity Development
12/07/2017Lucas Valley Road Bridge Gets ReinforcedPublic Works
12/06/2017Library Thanks Marin Through Amnesty for FinesMarin County Free Library
12/06/2017County Addresses Future Budget ShortfallAdministrators Office
12/05/2017Grant Helps Preserve Another West Marin RanchMarin County Parks
12/05/2017Suzie Pollak to be Honored as ‘Cultural Treasure’Cultural Services
12/01/2017Successful Probationers to Receive Due PraiseProbation
12/01/2017First Installment of Property Taxes DueDepartment of Finance
11/30/2017Firefighters to Deliver More Donated Bikes Marin County Fire Department
11/30/2017Solution Recommended for Rental DisputesCommunity Development
11/30/2017Students Survey Public Concerns on Sea-Level RiseCommunity Development
11/29/2017Mix Your Restaurant Search with Food Inspection ResultsInformation Services Technology
11/22/2017November 7 Election Results Official: Turnout 41%Elections
11/22/2017November 7 Election Results Official: Turnout 41%Elections
11/21/2017Assessment Appeals Deadline is November 30Board of Supervisors
11/20/2017Vulnerable Kids in Need of Resource FamiliesHealth and Human Services
11/17/2017Fee Increases Scheduled for Recorded DocumentsAssessor Recorder County Clerk
11/17/2017Battling Opioid Epidemic with Courage, HonestyHealth and Human Services
11/16/2017Marin Employment Connection is RebrandingHealth and Human Services
11/15/2017Manual Tally Set for November 7 ElectionElections
11/15/2017San Geronimo Golf Course Purchase Moves ForwardMarin County Parks
11/15/2017Manual Tally Set for November 7 ElectionElections
11/14/2017Delivery-Only Medicinal Cannabis Licensing ApprovedCommunity Development
11/14/2017Grant Confirmed for Potential San Anselmo Flood Control ProjectPublic Works
11/13/2017County’s Flood Insurance Rating ImprovesPublic Works
11/13/2017Pilot Program Extended for Benefit EnrollmentHealth and Human Services
11/09/2017Board Plans Vote on Delivery-Only Medicinal Cannabis LicensingCommunity Development
11/09/2017DA's Office Awarded Special DUI Prosecution GrantDistrict Attorney
11/09/2017Board to Consider Purchase Agreement for San Geronimo Golf CourseMarin County Parks
11/08/2017Parks, MALT Partner to Preserve Agricultural HeritageMarin County Parks
11/07/2017Conversations Continue about Opioid EpidemicHealth and Human Services
11/03/2017Marin Firefighters to Deliver Donated Bikes, HelmetsMarin County Fire Department
11/02/2017County Fair Manager Charlie Barboni a Hall of FamerCultural Services
11/02/2017Check Online for November 7 Election ResultsElections
11/01/2017Check Online for November 7 Election ResultsElections
10/31/2017Reduce Roadside Trash by Covering Truck LoadsPublic Works
10/30/2017Assisted Care Advocates Needed in MarinHealth and Human Services
10/27/2017Board to Consider Licensing for Medicinal Cannabis Community Development
10/27/2017Compliance Checks Successful with Sex OffendersProbation
10/26/2017With National Attention, Marin Addresses OpioidsHealth and Human Services
10/26/2017Veterans Day Speaker is a Real ‘Rosie’Health and Human Services
10/24/2017More Time Granted for Property DiscussionMarin County Parks
10/23/2017Bounty for the County: Students Eating HealthierHealth and Human Services
10/23/2017Be Rx Safe! Rid Your Home of Unneeded MedsHealth and Human Services
10/23/2017Annual Storm Season Preparations Progressing Public Works
10/20/2017New Voter Registration Rules Help LatecomersElections
10/20/2017New Voter Registration Rules Help LatecomersElections
10/18/2017Anti-Litter Event Focuses on CollaborationPublic Works
10/18/2017Voting Underway for November 7 ElectionElections
10/18/2017Voting Underway for November 7 ElectionElections
10/15/2017Marin Center Evacuation Shelter Now ClosedSheriff
10/15/2017Wildfire Evacuation Shelter Continues in MarinSheriff
10/14/2017New Evacuation Shelter Open In MarinSheriff
10/12/2017County Strengthens Wildfire Relief CoordinationSheriff
10/12/2017Air Quality Health Tips for Marin ResidentsHealth and Human Services
10/12/2017El Condado fortalece la coordinación de socorro ante los incendios descontroladosSheriff
10/10/2017Wildfire Assistance Continues in Marin CountySheriff
10/09/2017Marin County Providing Wildfire AssistanceSheriff
10/06/2017Board to Discuss San Geronimo Property AcquisitionMarin County Parks
10/06/2017Seasonal Road Projects Wrapping Up in Marin Public Works
10/05/2017Medicinal Cannabis Workshop Set for October 10Community Development
10/04/2017Safe Medication Disposal System ImplementedCommunity Development
10/03/2017Vacancies on Child Care CommissionBoard of Supervisors
10/02/2017Resource Families Needed in Marin CountyHealth and Human Services
10/02/2017Beat the Flu Season: Get Vaccinated Early Health and Human Services
09/29/2017Property Tax Bills in the MailDepartment of Finance
09/29/2017Extended Thursday Hours for Benefit EnrollmentHealth and Human Services
09/28/2017Key Dates for November 7 Local District ElectionElections
09/28/2017Key Dates for November 7 Local District ElectionElections
09/28/2017County Roads Get Boost from California Senate BillPublic Works
09/26/2017Drawdown:Marin Event Scheduled for October 3 in San RafaelCommunity Development
09/26/2017Civic Center Roof Replacement Moves ForwardPublic Works
09/25/2017County Interested in San Geronimo Golf CourseMarin County Parks
09/21/2017Be Counted! Be Heard! Register to VoteElections
09/21/2017Be Counted! Be Heard! Register to VoteElections
09/19/2017Board Approves Option to Stem San Anselmo FloodingPublic Works
09/18/2017Spotlight on Kids, Families and Affordable HousingCommunity Development
09/15/2017Residential Proposal Goes Before SupervisorsCommunity Development
09/15/2017Dates Changed for Medicinal Cannabis Hearings Community Development
09/14/2017Renovation About to Begin at Paradise PierMarin County Parks
09/13/2017Clinics to Transition from County to NonprofitHealth and Human Services
09/12/2017Review the Options for Future of Alto TunnelPublic Works
09/12/2017Engineering Industry Bestows Accolades on CountyPublic Works
09/08/2017New Medicinal Cannabis Draft Ordinance DebutsCommunity Development
09/05/2017Gulf Storms Remind Marin to PrepareSheriff
09/05/2017County Recruiting Volunteers for Coastal CleanupMarin County Parks
09/01/2017Take Steps to Reduce Effects of Excessive HeatHealth and Human Services
08/31/2017Next Phase of Mill Valley-Sausalito Path Work to BeginPublic Works
08/21/2017Embezzlement Plea Results in School Administrator's Jail TermDistrict Attorney
08/16/2017Golden Gate Bridge Climbers to be ArraignedDistrict Attorney
08/16/2017County Shows Appreciation to Volunteers, InternsHuman Resources
08/15/2017Career Explorers Get a Taste of County EmploymentHealth and Human Services
08/14/2017Several Local Measures on Marin BallotElections
08/14/2017Several Local Measures on Marin BallotElections
08/10/2017Retirement Board Seeks to Fill 3 VacanciesBoard of Supervisors
08/07/2017Give Kids Something Great to ImitateChild Support Services
08/01/2017Novato Flood Control Tax to be on 2017 BallotPublic Works
08/01/2017Get Your Shots for School EarlyHealth and Human Services
07/28/2017County Contemplating Affordable Housing CrisisCommunity Development
07/27/2017Surplus Vehicles to be Auctioned OnlinePublic Works
07/25/2017Slide Repairs Underway in Preparation for WinterPublic Works
07/24/2017Two Term Expirations on Housing BoardBoard of Supervisors
07/24/2017No-Cost Energy/Water Upgrades Available in MarinCommunity Development
07/21/2017Openings Remain on Human Rights Commission Board of Supervisors
07/18/2017Probation Department Renews Key PartnershipProbation
07/17/2017Notice of Election and Nomination Period for the November 7, 2017, Local District ElectionsElections
07/17/2017Candidate Filing Opens for November ElectionElections
07/17/2017Marin Joins Legal Suit vs. Fossil Fuel GiantsCounty Counsel
07/13/2017County Cuts Greenhouse Gas Emissions with EVsPublic Works
07/11/2017Candidate Filing Opens for November ElectionElections
07/07/2017Supervisors to Consider Novato Flood Control TaxPublic Works
07/06/2017Disability Voter Registration Week Coming UpElections
07/05/2017County Fair Revels in Attendance, Revenue SuccessCultural Services
06/28/2017Openings on Health Council of MarinBoard of Supervisors
06/27/2017Nicasio Meets Funding Goal on Broadband ProjectInformation Services Technology
06/27/2017Firefighters Tackle Blaze Near Kent LakeMarin County Fire Department
06/26/2017Golden Gate Bridge District Board has VacancyBoard of Supervisors
06/26/2017Opening on County Service Area Advisory BoardBoard of Supervisors
06/23/2017Make Sure Your Fun on 4th Isn’t ExplosiveMarin County Fire Department
06/23/2017Shuttle Service Cheap and Easy for County FairCultural Services
06/23/2017Opening on Railroad Authority Board of DirectorsBoard of Supervisors
06/22/2017Opening on Flood Control Zone #3 Advisory Board Board of Supervisors
06/22/2017County Assessment Roll Climbs 5.3 PercentAssessor Recorder County Clerk
06/22/2017Marin City’s Donahue Street to Get Makeover Public Works
06/21/2017Amid Declines in Marin's Crop Values, Organic Milk ShinesAgriculture Weights and Measures
06/21/2017Sir Francis Drake Repaving in West Marin BeginsPublic Works
06/21/2017Supervisors Green-Light 2017-18 Final BudgetAdministrators Office
06/20/2017Runway Rehab Project Scheduled to Start in NovatoPublic Works
06/20/2017Openings on Assessment Appeals BoardsBoard of Supervisors
06/19/2017Several Openings on Human Rights Commission Board of Supervisors
06/19/2017School Might be Out, but Learning’s Still InMarin County Free Library
06/14/2017Rehabilitation of West Marin Bridge Moves ForwardPublic Works
06/13/2017Vacancies on Marin County Library CommissionBoard of Supervisors
06/12/2017Openings on Parks and Open Space CommissionBoard of Supervisors
06/09/2017Enhanced Mobile App Drops for County FairCultural Services
06/09/2017Mill Valley-Sausalito Pathway to Receive UpgradesPublic Works
06/07/2017Summer of Love Theme Permeates County FairCultural Services
06/06/2017Veterans to Collect and Dispose of Old FlagsHealth and Human Services
06/06/2017Further Steps on Social Host Ordinance ProposedHealth and Human Services
06/02/2017Road Improvement Project Begins in Kentfield Public Works
06/01/2017Take Steps to Assure a Family-Safe SummerHealth and Human Services
06/01/2017Proposed Budget is $555 Million for 2017-18, Up 2.6%Administrators Office
05/30/2017Board to Consider Short-Term Rental RegulationsCommunity Development
05/25/2017Probation Leads Compliance Check of DUI OffendersProbation
05/25/2017Where’s the Beach? Drowned by Sea-Level RiseCommunity Development
05/24/2017Learn How to Save a Life at ‘Don’t Miss a Beat’Health and Human Services
05/23/2017Board Upholds Denial of Medical Cannabis LicensesAdministrators Office
05/23/2017Opening on Flood Control Zone #3 Advisory Board Board of Supervisors
05/22/2017Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed Doghouse on DisplayCultural Services
05/22/2017County to Auction Vehicles, EquipmentPublic Works
05/19/2017Women’s Commission Has Several OpeningsBoard of Supervisors
05/18/2017Openings on Parks and Open Space CommissionBoard of Supervisors
05/18/2017Tomales Fire Station to be Rebuilt and ModernizedPublic Works
05/17/2017Civic Center Drive Campus Gateway CompletedPublic Works
05/16/2017Farmers Market Agreement OK’d by SupervisorsAdministrators Office
05/15/2017Memorial Day Speaker Served in Bosnia, Iraq Health and Human Services
05/15/2017Vacancies on Marin County Youth CommissionBoard of Supervisors
05/12/2017West Marin Service Center Project Breaks Ground Public Works
05/10/2017Gnoss Airport Runway Length to be ReassessedPublic Works
05/04/2017Master Plans for 2 Parks Go Before SupervisorsMarin County Parks
05/03/2017Despite Greenery, Wildfire Season Approaches Marin County Fire Department
05/02/2017Open Space Road and Trails Public Workshop on May 13Marin County Parks
05/01/2017Environmental Report Finds No Major Harm to FishCounty Counsel
04/28/2017County Commits to Actions on Racial Equity Administrators Office
04/28/2017Symposium Focuses on Intimacy for Healthy LivingHealth and Human Services
04/26/2017Sea-Level Rise Board Game Nets National AwardCommunity Development
04/25/2017Donation Accepted for New Preschool on WheelsMarin County Free Library
04/24/2017Police to Carry Drug that Prevents Fatal OverdosesHealth and Human Services
04/24/2017Supervisors to Honor Pest Management StalwartsMarin County Parks
04/21/2017County Budget Planning Workshops Start April 24 Administrators Office
04/21/2017May 2 Election Reminder on Greenbrae IssueElections
04/19/2017Small Boat Capsizes off Muir Beach; One MissingMarin County Fire Department
04/18/2017Your Medicine Cabinet Needs Spring Cleaning, TooHealth and Human Services
04/18/2017County Captures State Awards for CommunicationsAdministrators Office
04/13/2017Marin Childhood Vaccine Rates Highest RecordedHealth and Human Services
04/13/2017Rustic West Marin Bridge to be Improved for SafetyPublic Works
04/13/2017Cover Your Truck Loads to Help Cut PollutionPublic Works
04/11/2017Parks Creates Tree Dedication ProgramMarin County Parks
04/11/2017Medical Cannabis Dispensary Licenses Not ApprovedAdministrators Office
04/06/2017Meetings Planned for Rising Waters of Marin’s BayPublic Works
04/06/2017Boosted by Grant, McInnis Marsh Project AdvancesMarin County Parks
04/06/2017Dog Rescued 3 Days After Fatal Boat AccidentMarin County Fire Department
04/05/2017Park Fees Waived if You Have a Library CardMarin County Free Library
04/05/2017Second Installment of Property Taxes DueDepartment of Finance
04/05/2017UC Davis Honors Marin’s Farm AdvisorFarm Advisor
04/04/2017Strawberry Design Review Board Opening ExtendedBoard of Supervisors
04/04/2017Alternatives to be Evaluated for Muir Woods RoadPublic Works
04/03/2017Students Hack Their Way to Health SolutionsInformation Services Technology
04/03/2017Mobile App Helps Civic Center VisitorsCultural Services
04/03/2017County Fleet Striving to Reduce Carbon FootprintPublic Works
03/29/2017Rebecca Foust Named County’s 5th Poet LaureateMarin County Free Library
03/29/2017Marin 2nd Healthiest County in CaliforniaHealth and Human Services
03/28/2017Tap Into Rebate Funds for Home Efficiency UpgradesCommunity Development
03/27/2017Key to Tsunami Preparation: Have a PlanSheriff
03/24/2017County Moves Forward with Grants for Road SafetyPublic Works
03/23/2017Prizes Await Young Civic-Minded Students Information Services Technology
03/22/2017Key Dates for Greenbrae’s May 2 Special ElectionElections
03/21/2017Board Approves Enhancement to Fair Housing LawCommunity Development
03/21/2017Changes Ahead for West Marin Service CenterHealth and Human Services
03/21/2017Supervisors, County Support Rights of ImmigrantsBoard of Supervisors
03/20/2017Competitive Exhibits Open for County FairCultural Services
03/17/2017Public Defender Marks Gideon Decision AnniversaryPublic Defender
03/16/2017County Fair Announces Music HeadlinersCultural Services
03/16/2017Pest Management Commission has VacancyBoard of Supervisors
03/14/2017County Faces Large Bill for Storm RepairsPublic Works
03/14/2017Health Council of Marin has Open SeatBoard of Supervisors
03/13/2017Apply for Strawberry Design Review Board Board of Supervisors
03/10/2017Prioritizing a Plan for Vegetation ManagementMarin County Parks
03/10/2017Opening on Assessment Appeals BoardsBoard of Supervisors
03/08/2017Marin Youths Still Targeted by Tobacco, Alcohol AdsHealth and Human Services
03/07/2017Updated Wildfire Protection Plan OK’d by BoardMarin County Fire Department
03/07/2017Public Review for Flood Risk Reduction ProjectPublic Works
03/06/2017County Fair Tickets On Sale NowCultural Services
02/22/2017Salute Scheduled for ‘Broom Busters’ GroupMarin County Parks
02/16/2017IPM Commission has Open Seat for District 3 RepBoard of Supervisors
02/14/2017Fairfax-Bolinas Road Closed Until Further NoticePublic Works
02/14/2017Wildlife Conservation, Education Grants AvailableFarm Advisor
02/13/2017Chime In On 2017 Road and Trail Projects Marin County Parks
02/10/2017Board to Consider Santa Venetia Community PlanCommunity Development
02/08/2017Greenbrae to Have Special Election May 2 Elections
02/08/2017Opening on Tam Design Review BoardBoard of Supervisors
02/08/2017For 11th Time, One Book One Marin Kicks OffMarin County Free Library
02/07/2017Traffic Infraction Amnesty Program Winds DownPublic Defender
02/07/2017Nonmedical Cannabis Banned; Focus is on MedicalCommunity Development
02/06/2017Double Murder Defendants Enter Guilty PleasDistrict Attorney
02/02/2017County’s Surplus Vehicles Up for Online AuctionPublic Works
02/02/2017Meeting Sea Level Rise Head OnPublic Works
02/01/2017Design Concepts Ready for Bolinas Lagoon ProjectMarin County Parks
01/31/2017County Annual Report Presents Compelling SnapshotAdministrators Office
01/31/2017County Has New Bank of Fascinating Data to ShareInformation Services Technology
01/27/2017Redwood Preserve Subject of Restoration EffortMarin County Parks
01/26/2017County to Consider Ban on Nonmedical CannabisCommunity Development
01/26/2017Marin County Fair Garners Distinguished AwardsCultural Services
01/25/2017Deadline Extended on Planning Commission OpeningBoard of Supervisors
01/24/2017County Tech and Health Teams Create HackathonInformation Services Technology
01/19/2017Improved Pedestrian Access for San Quentin VillagePublic Works
01/17/2017Parks Report Coming on Trail User SpeedsMarin County Parks
01/17/2017Opportunities to Review Medical Cannabis BidsCommunity Development
01/13/2017Human Rights Commission Honors HumanitariansHuman Resources
01/13/2017District Attorney Introduces Hate Crime HotlineDistrict Attorney
01/13/2017Public Health Handling Meningitis CaseHealth and Human Services
01/12/2017At-Large Position Open on Personnel CommissionBoard of Supervisors
01/12/2017Public Talks Set Up to Educate on Human TraffickingDistrict Attorney
01/11/2017Library Offers Online Diploma/Certificate ProgramMarin County Free Library
01/10/2017Investigative Study to Begin on Alto TunnelPublic Works
01/10/2017County Makes Room for San Rafael Fire DepartmentAdministrators Office
01/09/2017County Prepares for Storm’s Next PunchSheriff
01/06/2017Marin County Braces for Major StormSheriff
01/06/2017Influenza Widespread in Marin, Bay AreaHealth and Human Services
01/06/2017Marin County Braces for Major StormSheriff
01/05/2017Planning Commission Has an OpeningBoard of Supervisors
01/04/2017Parks Promotes Equal Opportunity RecreationMarin County Parks
01/03/2017Rodoni Sworn In to Board of SupervisorsBoard of Supervisors
01/03/2017Climate Change Game Wins Innovation AwardAdministrators Office