Fairfax Newsletter | August 5, 2025 | | |
Wildfire season is a time of heightened anxiety for Marin residents
Marin County’s evacuation readiness is a priority that reflects the tireless work of fire and police departments, emergency management, public works, Fire Safe Marin and community preparedness groups like Firewise. This shared commitment is the backbone of Marin’s evacuation planning.
Marin is leveraging cutting-edge technology to detect wildfires early and manage evacuations effectively. Our network of mountaintop cameras, powered by AI, gives emergency personnel real-time alerts when smoke is detected.
When evacuations are needed, agencies use Hi-Lo sirens, and some are adding Long Range Acoustic Devices (LRAD) to alert neighborhoods quickly. The County’s alerting systems have been upgraded, and residents can access live evacuation maps at Marin's Public Emergency Portal.
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Updated General Plan, Safety Element and Land Use Element
Updates to the Fairfax General Plan were adopted at the July 16, 2025 Town Council meeting. These are targeted updates to the General Plan’s Land Use and Safety Elements in response to State Law.
The current Fairfax 2010 to 2030 General Plan is a broad, long-term policy document that guides future development and conservation within the Town, serving as a blueprint for growth and land use decisions.
The General Plan is intended as a “living document” that is updated from time to time to implement the Town’s vision for the future.
There has been some misinformation about the Council's recently approved General Plan updates. To clarify: height limits are not established in the General Plan—they remain in the Zoning Code. In addition, while the Workforce Housing Overlay (WHO) includes height limits, California law requires the Town to allow additional height if needed to accommodate state-mandated low-income bonus units.
These recent updates are summarized on the town website here.
For more information please visit the General Plan page on the Town website.
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Free Online Climate Action Workshops with Resilient Neighborhoods
Join your neighbors in a free Climate Action Workshop Series to reduce your carbon footprint and prepare your family and community for the impacts of climate change.
These transformative 5-meeting sessions kick off on Sept 11 or Sept 17.
Sign up today!
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Hello Summer! Your Guide to a Zero Waste August & Beyond
Summer is the perfect time to embrace zero-waste habits, from using reusables at BBQs and picnics to shopping in bulk and composting smartly. Whether you're traveling near or far, packing thoughtfully and supporting local, sustainable experiences can make a big impact. Every small step helps build a more sustainable Marin — read more here...
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Lawyers in the Library
Thursday, August 14 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Need help with a legal issue?
The program has volunteer lawyers with knowledge in the following areas of law:
- Civil Appellate Employment Law
- Estate Planning
- Probate Family Law
- General Civil Law
- Landlord-Tenant Law
- Personal Injury Law
There is no charge for the service, but participants must pre-register for the program.
Early registration is recommended, this event fills up. The library is happy assist callers at (415) 472-3733 or by email at lawlibsb@sonic.net.
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E-Bikers Club’ Youth Safety Campaign Launched Ahead of Summer
With new e-bike ordinances going into effect, there’s now a countywide resource for teens, parents, schools, and law enforcement.
In response to rising e-bike safety concerns for young riders, the County of Marin and the Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) have launched a bold, countywide public education campaign — the E-Bikers Club — to promote safe riding habits and message Marin’s new e-bike safety laws coming this summer.
The ordinances will be in effect countywide before students head back to campuses for the new school year.
For more information about the new e-bike laws and the campaign, visit e-bikersclub.com or follow @EBikersClub on social media.
Read the full article here...
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Bay Area Community Air Quality Map
(BACAQ Map)
The Bay Area Community Air Quality (BACAQ) provides the best, local, real time air quality data for any location in the Bay Area, including schools and homes. The BACAQ Map was designed in collaboration with local community organizations to support health-focused decision making.
Check the BACAQ Map to make safer daily decisions for your family and community’s health, and follow on Instagram @Bacaq_Map for updates.
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Back to School Cyber Safety Tips
As the school year kicks off, students are logging into devices, accessing online learning platforms, and communicating digitally more than ever. Whether you're a parent, guardian, or student, practicing good cybersecurity habits is essential to staying safe and secure.
Let's review some practical tips to keep your family protected.
- Passwords Matter - Make Them Strong!
- Protect Devices at Home and School
- Think Before You Click
- Know the Red Flags of Online Scams
- Use Wi-Fi Safely
- Stay Involved and Aware
- Start the Conversation with your kids about cyber safety!
Stay up to date on the latest cyber threats and ways you can protect yourself and your family by signing up for Cyber News!
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