• FIRE SEASON IS HERE!

    The Ross Valley Fire Department reminds us all that the fire season is already upon us. It is a good time to evaluate your property against the threat of wild land fires. Our climate and topography conspire to promote summer fires.

    You can assist the Ross Valley Fire Department and yourself by completing the following:

    1. Clear all flammable vegetation a minimum of 30 feet away from structures
    2. Clean all needles and leaves from the roof, eaves, and rain gutters
    3. Trim tree limbs within 10 feet of a chimney and trim all dead limbs hanging over your home or garage
    4. Cover your chimney outlet or flue with a spark-arresting 1/2 inch mesh screen
    5. Stack firewood at least 30 feet from buildings, fences, or other combustible materials
    6. Clear all vegetation and other flammables from under decks or patios
    Trim all tree branches up to 15 feet to assure fire-engine clearance

    If you would like to schedule an inspection or would like more information call the Ross Valley Fire Department at 258-4686.


  • VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ANNUAL TOWN PICNIC

    The annual town-wide picnic is approaching on Sunday, September 14th from noon-5 p.m. In order to sponsor this wonderful family event held at the ball field, we need help from volunteers in Town. We are currently in the planning stages and are meeting bi-monthly to coordinate the activities. Your contribution of time and energy will help us make the picnic a fun filled family oriented day – even better than last year! Please call 456-5652 if you are interested in helping. You may also visit the Fairfax Volunteers website at www.fairfaxvolunteers.org We look forward to hearing from you. Thanks!



  • MEMBERS WANTED FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING ADVISORY COMMITTEE

    The Town Council has formed an Affordable Housing Committee to discuss affordable housing issues and to advise the Town Council, the Town Staff and the Planning Commission on related matters. Two members of the Town Council will serve on the Committee along with three citizens to be appointed by the Council. The Council has been working diligently to update the Housing Element of the General Plan and this Committee will assist with that task. This daunting task involves some complex issues and, since our community has a number of citizens who have extensive professional experience in the area of affordable housing, we are asking for your help. Are you one of those people, or do you know someone in Fairfax who would be interested in serving on such a Committee? The Committee will provide valuable input in shaping the Town's policies in this area. The term has been set at four years.

    If you are interested in serving on this important Committee, please contact the Town Clerk, Judy Anderson, at 458-2343, or download an application form from this Web site under "Boards and Commissions."

  • JULY CAPITAL PROJECT UPDATE

    Center Boulevard Redesign – The construction on the driveways to improve ingress and egress is expected to begin in two weeks. The streetlights have been turned on and provide a well-lit area for vehicles and pedestrians at night. Although the lights are higher than expected, they are very effective in providing the level of lighting desired for that area.

    Creek Road Bridge Bank Stabilization construction is set to begin July 28 or shortly thereafter. The project is expected to take three weeks. It will be followed by a Ross Valley Sanitary District project that will keep Creek Road Bridge closed until the 10th of October. The Town will be conducting a neighborhood survey and hosting a neighborhood traffic calming meeting for the Deer Park neighborhood prior to re-opening Creek Road Bridge.

    300 Olema – The Town Council approved the The Fairfax Creek Restoration project along Olema Road is going out to bid on July 28. This project will remove part of the concrete channel and lower the creek bed to reduce flooding potential and create a more fish-friendly habitat. Construction will occur from late August through October 15.