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Welcome to the Town of Fairfax! Whether you are a long-time or new resident, a visitor, or doing business with our community, we welcome you and hope you will find this website a useful resource.
Wondering what's happening in your town? Here's a partial list of current events and topics in board and commission meetings.
The Town Council will meet on September 1 (details below) to discuss several public works improvement projects, to discuss the revised Master Fee Schedule, to discuss a temporary moratorium on marijuana dispensaries in the town, to amend the town's smoking ordinance, and other topics. Agenda and Packet
The Town Council met on August 4 and unanimously passed an urgency ordinance that places a one year moratorium on the deployment of smart meters in Fairfax. PG&E representatives were also present at the Council meeting and told the Council that they would voluntarily halt the deployment of the controversial smart meters in Fairfax immediately. PG&E also promised to hold several community meetings so that they could hear the concerns and questions from residents and businesses and then respond to those questions and concerns. A summary of the meeting results is available on our Town Manager's Blog. Or go to the council archive page to access the recording of the meeting.
Additionally, you can read Ordinance No. 752, which describes the temporary moratorium on Smart Meters in Fairfax, by clicking here.
 The Planning Commission, General Plan Advisory Committee and Affordable Housing Committee met on August 26 to discuss the Housing Element of the General Plan. Various proposals will be put forward during the meeting for discussion. Please refer to the agenda for details.
Summer Fun Continues in Fairfax
 Picnic ‘Pops’ in the Park-Golden Gate Brass Band -- This wonderful group of local musicians will play on the green stage of Peri Park on the following days & times:
- Sunday, September 12th & Sunday, September 19th from 12-1:30 p.m.
Another event brought to you by the Parks & Recreation Commission. For more info, call 456-5652.
September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29:
Farmers Market, 4-8 pm
Bolinas Park, Bolinas Road at Elsie Lane
September 1:
Town Council Meeting, 7:30pm
Women's Club, 46 Park Road (map)
Agenda and Packet
September 8:
Park & Rec Meeting (PARC), 7 – 9pm
Youth Center, 16 Park Road (map)
September 8:
Design Review Board Meeting, 7:30 – 9:30pm
Women's Club, 46 Park Road (map)
September 9:
RVFD Board Meeting, 6:30 – 8:30pm
Women's Club, 46 Park Road (map)
September 12:
8th Annual Fairfax Car Show presented by Rotary Club of Ross Valley, 10am – 4pm
Downtown Fairfax and Parkade
Annual gathering of classic cars, proceeds benefit Fairfax/San Anselmo youth groups. For questions regarding car sponsorships, contact Event Coordinator, Phil Soldavinia at (415) 457-0452 or by email.
September 12:
Summer Pops Festival with Golden Gate Brass Band, 1 – 3pm
Peri Park Stage, Park Road, Fairfax
Annual concerts in the outside grove at Peri Park. Come and enjoy the variety of music from the Golden Gate Brass Ban with Ken Brungess, Conductor.
September 19:
Fairfax Town Picnic
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 New! Town Picnic
Mark your calendars for the Volunteers annual Town Picnic on Sunday, September 19th. The ball field will be the center of activity from noon until 5 p.m. Come enjoy free music, games, entertainment, and lunch for purchase from the Sir Francis Drake Café. This family oriented event will have live music, a jumpee house, facepainting, art projects, a good old-fashioned watermelon eating contest, tug of war, sack races, and other fun activities with your neighbors. A raffle will feature great prizes from our wonderful downtown merchants. In addition, beer from Iron Springs Brewery will be sold as a fundraiser for the Fairfax Volunteers. Don’t miss out on the fun! For more information, or to volunteer at the event, call Maria Baird at 456-5652.
New! Free Parking Comes at a Price
The Town is hosting a public parking forum on September 16th at the Fairfax Women’s Club, 46 Park Road, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Donald C. Shoup, professor of Urban Planning at U.C.L.A., and author of The High Cost of Free Parking has agreed to speak at this forum. Professor Shoup contends that there is no such thing as free parking, and that when parking is priced right retail sales go up! Read a recent article about Professor Shoup...
New! And Speaking of Cars...
The 8th Annual car show sponsored by Ross Valley Rotary is scheduled for Sunday, September 12th from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., in downtown Fairfax on Broadway and in the Parkade. Don’t miss this annual gathering of classic cars, with proceeds to benefit Fairfax/San Anselmo youth. For questions regarding car sponsorships, contact Event Coordinator, Phil Soldavinia at (415) 457-0452 or by email. More info, donation form, car entry form
Fairfax Volunteer Board wants you!
The Fairfax Volunteer Board is a town-sponsored group whose mission is to foster good will in the Town of Fairfax through implementation of a Volunteer Program that will meet Town and community needs. To date, our projects have included:
- the construction of the Playground in Peri Park
- various Holiday Events and Celebrations
- annual Creek Cleanups
- the Stream Life Awareness Campaign
- the facilitation and support of Neighborhood Groups
- administration of the Community Garden
- installation of people and pet friendly doggie bag stations
- coordination of CERT training
- the Fairfax Trails Project
- the annual town-wide Picnic, and more!
There are currently two vacancies on the Volunteer Board, one to complete a term to August 31, 2011, and one to September 30, 2012. Now is your chance to get involved!
Open Space Committee Volunteers Needed
There are two vacancies on the Open Space Committee. One is for a term lasting through June 30, 2012, and the other is for a full four-year term. Contact Town Hall for further information. To volunteer, please submit the Application Form.
Coming Soon: Body and Soul Festival!
Fairfax Body and Soul is a festival for the whole person, whole family and whole community. Come enjoy an eco-friendly, family event on Saturday, September 25th from 11 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Fairfax Park by the Women's Club. The Fairfax Parks & Recreation Commission in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce will host this lovely event under the redwood trees. Admission is $5 for adults, kids under 12 are free! Music will be provided by the Fairfax Allstars, Todd Boston, Jim Tally, and Solstice. There will be natural food, kids activities, speakers, a marketplace to purchase wares, various classes, and a raffle. More information
- Fairfax Police: 415-453-5330
- Ross Valley Fire: 415-258-4686
- Hospitals: Kaiser: 444-2100; Marin General: 925-7000
- PG&E: 800-743-5000
- Ross Valley Schools: 415-454-2162
- Helpful website links
Are you and your family ready in the event of a disaster? The Fairfax Citizens' Disaster Council wants you to be prepared! There are many resources available to assist you in preparing. Click here for more information, phone numbers and helpful web links.
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