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NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

July 2022

Welcome to the City of Novato's monthly newsletter! This issue features Novato's new Police Chief, City Council nomination information, annual street paving, and more.

You can stay up-to-date on City news and events throughout the month by visiting novato.org/connectwithus and signing up for specific topics that are most important to you.

Novato Welcomes New Chief of Police Beth Johnson

The City of Novato is pleased welcome Chief Beth Johnson!

A Bay Area native with a 28-year career in law enforcement, starting out as a community service officer then as a dispatcher before accepting a position as a police officer, Johnson has worked her way through the ranks specializing in investigations, field training, community policing and youth outreach programs.

Please join us for a Swearing-In Ceremony on Tuesday, July 19, 6pm at Novato City Hall, 901 Sherman Avenue, for the opportunity to meet and welcome our new Chief.

Light refreshments will be served.

Unable to attend in person? The ceremony with be live-streamed at novato.org/watchmeetings.

City Council Meeting Preview for July 12, 2022

The Novato City Council meets tomorrow, 7/12, at 6pm at Novato City Hall, 901 Sherman Avenue and via Zoom.com.

Agenda items for this meeting include, but are not limited to:

Introduction of new Police Chief Beth Johnson
Consideration of the potential ban on the use of gas-powered leaf blowers within Novato city limits
Recommendations for improvement and streamlining of building permitting

The eComment period is open and we want to hear from you! Visit novato.org/ecommen t to provide online public comment on City Council agenda items. Your comments are sent directly to the City Council to review and consider prior to the meeting. The eComment period closes 3 hours before the meeting begins.

Full agenda and additional meeting details are available at novato.org/agendas.

Novato City Council Nomination Period

On Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Novato will hold an election for the following three City councilmember seats:

District 2 - full four terms
District 4 - full four terms
District 5 - partial term of two years

Interested in running for city council? The Nomination Period, in which candidates can file to run for these districts, opens on July 18, 2022 and closes on August 12, 2022.

More information: novato.org/elections

PerÍodo de nominación para el concejo municipal de Novato

El martes 8 de noviembre de 2022, Novato tendrá una elección para las siguientes vacantes para concejal municipal:

Distrito 2 - término complete de cuatro años
Distrito 4 - término complete de cuatro años
Distrito 5 - término parcial de dos años

¿Le interesa postularse para el Concejo Municipal de Novato? El período de nominación, en el cual los candidatos puede declarar su intención de postularse para estos distritos está abierto el 18 de julio de 2022 y cierra el 12 de agosto de 2022.

Más información: novato.org/elections

A Thank You for Participating in Our Opinion Survey from

City Manager Adam McGill

Dear Novato Community,

I would like to extend a sincere thank you to community members who responded to a phone call or text message survey in March when the City was requesting community perspectives on services. A summary of your feedback was presented to Council at their May 24, 2022 meeting and results indicated that a general purpose sales tax measure was not desirable by Novato residents at this time.

It means a lot to us that you took the time to share your feedback, and I assure you that the feedback will be put to good use. The City team and the Council recognize the challenging times everyone is experiencing, and we will continue to keep you updated and engaged on issues of importance to the community.

Sincerely,

Adam McGill

City Manager

Novato's Annual Street Paving Begins

Our 2022 Annual Street Paving Project begins this week and is expected to be completed by mid-August on the following streets:

Alameda Del Prado
Boulevard Ct
Boulevard Terrace
Cielo Ln
Cypress Ave
Douglas Ct
Enfrente Rd
Entrada Dr
Grande Vista
Ignacio Blvd
Leveroni Ct
Los Alondras Ct
Pine Ave
Rae Ln
Roblar Dr
Sylvia Cir
Tenaya Ln
Tyler St

Work will occur between the hours of 8am and 4pm. Streets may be closed to traffic or have restricted access. Trash collection services will not be impacted.

There will be workers directing traffic and "no parking" signs along the streets being paved. Expect delays and use alternate routes, if possible.

Please avoid driving over the newly-paved surface until signs are removed and the street has been reopened. We appreciate your patience as we improve your streets.

Questions or Concerns? Please contact the contractor, Pavement Coatings Co., directly at 916.642.1751.

For more information please visit novato.org/streetpaving.

July is National Parks & Recreation Month!

At their June 28 meeting, the Novato City Council issued a Proclamation recognizing July as Parks & Recreation Month! The Proclamation was accepted by Recreation, Cultural, Community Services Advisory Commission Chair, Betsy Ricketts and several members of the Novato Parks, Recreation and Community Services Staff.

Your #NovatoFUN Team is extremely #Novatoproud to serve this community, and can’t wait to celebrate with you all month long!

Novato's Outdoor Concert Series Continues

Novato Parks, Recreation & Community Services invites you to join us for upcoming Concerts on the Green and Hot Amphitheater Nights. All concerts are free to attend!

Concerts on the Green

Now on Friday nights from 6pm – 8pm at the Novato Civic Green, 901 Sherman Ave on the following dates:

July 15 | Trace Repeat (soul & funk)⁠

August 5 | Jason Morvich & Friends (rhythm & blues, rock n' roll, jazz)⁠

August 19 | The SoulShake (Jason Mraz meets Sublime, mixing positive vibes from reggae & rock)⁠

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Hot Amphitheater Nights

Saturday nights from 5pm – 7pm at Hamilton Amphitheater, 601 N. Hamilton Parkway on the following dates:

July 30 | Freestone Peaches (Allman Brothers Band Tribue)⁠

August 27 | The Bluebyrds (tribute to the 60's & '70s)⁠

Tai Chi for Integrative Health

Tai Chi Class is back at Margaret Todd! Explore the ancient art of Tai Chi in a supportive, encouraging atmosphere.

Sessions are being held Thursday mornings from 10am - 11:15am through August 25.

Financial aid is available to those that qualify. For more information or to register, please visit the front desk or call (415) 899-8290.

Bash'em Bots Lego® Camp

There are still a few spaces remaining in our upcoming Bash'em Bots LEGO® Camp!

Design your custom LEGO® bot to take on any challenge. Mix and match chassis designs using wheels, treads, or walking legs. Combine these with tools like drills, hammers, and battering rams as you refine your masterpiece. Apply real-world engineering and physics concepts to help you bash and crash your way to victory.

Amazing Athletes Summer Camp

Amazing Athletes is a comprehensive physical education program specifically designed for children ages 2.5-7. We utilize the movements of nine different sports in a way that helps them meet, master, and exceed their motor development milestones and build self-confidence. We also incorporate lessons in sportsmanship, teamwork, and nutrition.

Novato's Downtown Community Farmers Market

The Downtown Novato Community Farmers Market is being held every Tuesday from 4PM - 8PM through September and then 4PM - 7PM in October. The market is located at the Downtown Novato Center at 7th Street behind CVS, again this year.

Enjoy fresh, nutritious produce from local farms, packaged and prepared foods, local artisans, community groups, and live music. We hope you enjoy everything the Downtown Novato Farmers Market has to offer this year!

More information is available at ilovefarmersmarkets.org.

La feria comunitaria de agricultores al centro de Novato

La feria comunitaria de agricultores del centro de Novato está siendo retenido cada martes empezando el 3 de mayo hasta el 25 de octubre de 4-8 PM entre mayo y septiembre y de 4-7 PM en octubre. La feria tomará lugar en el Centro del centro de Novato en la Calle Séptima (7th Street) detrás de CVS, nuevamente.

Disfrute de productos agrícolas frescos y nutritivos de granjas locales, además de comida preparada y empaquetada, artesanos locales, grupos comunitarios y música en vivo. ¡Esperamos que disfrute de todo lo que ofrece la feria comunitaria de agricultores en el centro de Novato este año!

Más información en ilovefarmersmarkets.org.

LEARN MORE

North Marin Community Services Emergency Rental Assistance Program

Do you live in Novato and need help paying your rent? Whether your name is on the lease or you are renting a room, you may qualify for assistance if your household income qualifies according to HUD guidelines.

To find out how you may be eligible for Rental Assistance, contact Ceci Olmedo at 415-897-4147 ext 0 or info@northmarincs.org.

Para saber cómo puede ser eligible para asistencia de alquiler, comuníquese con Ceci Olmedo al numero 415-897-4147 ext 0 o info@northmarincs.org.

Sustainability

Check out the information below to learn about sustainability in Novato and ways we are keeping our community green. Also, be sure you're following the City of Novato - Sustainability Facebook page for Novato Sustainability updates.

Council to Consider Ban on Use of Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers

At their July 12, 2022 meeting, Novato City Council will hold a public hearing to consider a ban on the use of gas-powered leaf blowers within Novato city limits.

This meeting will be held in person at Novato City Hall, 901 Sherman Avenue, as well as virtually via Zoom.

Additional information about this public hearing, including the virtual participation link and instructions, is included with the agenda at novato.org/agendas.

Concejo considerará una prohibición para el uso de los sopladores a gas

En su reunión regular el martes 12 de julio a las 6pm, el Concejo Municipal de Novato tendrá una audiencia pública para discutir y considerar una prohibición potencial para el uso de sopladores a gas dentro de la ciudad de Novato.

Esta reunión se hará en persona en el ayuntamiento de Novato, 901 Sherman Avenue, además de virtualmente por Zoom.

Más información sobre esta audiencia pública, incluyendo el enlace y las instrucciones para participación virtual, será publicada al menos 72 horas antes de la reunión junto a la agenda en novato.org/agendas.