Author: cfoster@townoffairfax.org

Porteous Avenue and Scenic Road Repair projects nearing completion

Porteous Avenue, stretching from Bolinas to Wood Lane, and Scenic Road, between Azalea and Manor, have undergone repaving. While there is some remaining work, such as resetting manholes and applying street markings, these tasks will be completed in the following weeks. The overall project is now substantially finished. The Department of Public Works will soon … Continued

Bolinas Road Repair Project closure scheduled for October 12 & 13

The roadway repair and retaining wall project on Bolinas Road at milepost 1.34 is nearing completion and is on schedule for wrapping up in early November. Please be aware that upcoming construction activities will require the road to be closed for two days: October 12 and 13, from 8:30AM to 3:30PM. County staff will be … Continued

PG&E Roadwork on Bolinas Road at Mono on Tuesday, October 10

The Public Works Department has advised that PG&E will be mobilizing a crew tomorrow, Tuesday, October 10 to dig up a section of roadway on Bolinas Road at Mono to determine the cause of the sinking roadway (depression) at that location. The work will require the closure of the northbound lane. PG&E will be blocking … Continued

Town Council meeting recap | October 4, 2023

Photo credit: Martha E. Ture, Mt. Tamalpais Photography October 4, 2023 Highlights Special meeting item—Presentation by Gary Naja-Riese, Homelessness and Whole Person Care Director at Marin County Health and Human Services Gary Naja-Riese, provided a presentation to the Council on Homelessness and Whole Person Care efforts in Marin County and the Town of Fairfax. Watch … Continued

Town recognizes Ageism Awareness Day | October 7, 2023

The Town of Fairfax recognized Ageism Awareness Day, October 7, 2023, during the October 4 Town Council Meeting. Modeled after the United Nation’s International Day of Older Persons (Oct. 1), The most widespread and socially accepted form of prejudice, ageism is defined by the World Health Organization as “the stereotypes (how we think), prejudices (how … Continued

Sidewalk shaving scheduled this week to improve minor offsets

The Program The Sidewalk Repair Program helps property owners repair their damaged sidewalks. If you own a property in Fairfax and your sidewalk is broken, you can participate in this program. Here’s how it works Cost-Sharing: The Town of Fairfax will share the cost of replacing the sidewalk with you. They will pay for half … Continued

Nationwide alert test – Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Marin County will take part in a nationwide test in collaboration with additional local and state agencies. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)will be testing the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) system at approximately 11:20 AM on Wednesday, October 4. Everyone with a compatible mobile phone, radio, or television should receive … Continued

Town Newsletter: September 26, 2023

Read the latest Town Newsletter to learn about: The newly released Draft EIR for the Housing Element Veteran’s Day celebrations Recap of the Town Picnic The Art Walk is Friday Photo Club special guest in October Events and more!

Town releases Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Housing Element

This Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) evaluates the potential impacts of the proposed Fairfax Housing Element Update. The Housing Element is both a policy document and an implementation tool for implementing the Town’s General Plan. An EIR is intended to inform decision-makers and the general public about the potential significant environmental impacts of the Housing … Continued

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