Council Votes to Appoint Temporary Study Committee to Review Infrastructure Funding

The financial condition of the City of Mill Valley is very strong. Even assuming another recession, over the next 10 years, the City can meet its operating costs, pension obligations and reserve fund requirements while making $2.5M in annual capital impro...

City Opposes SB 423 (Wiener) By-right Housing Approvals, SB 35 Expansion

In late June, the City sent a letter to Assembly Member Buffy Wicks, Chair of the Assembly Committee on Housing and Community Development. The letter was regarding SB 423 (Wiener) By-right Housing Approvals, SB 35 Expansion. The bill would modify and expa...

Mill Valley's Infrastructure Funding Study Committee Holds Inaugural Meeting September 11, 2023

On September 11, 2023, Vice Mayor Urban Carmel welcomed members of the City’s Infrastructure Funding Study Committee, thanking them for their service and willingness to study the critical infrastructure and funding issues before the City. 

“This i...

Infrastructure Funding Study Committee Kick Off Meeting

City leaders have identified a number of infrastructure investments critical to the safety and well-being of our residents that will require significant funding over the next 10-15 years. At their July 17, 2023 meeting, the Mill Valley City Council voted ...

Councilmembers Announce Appointment of Study Committee to Review Infrastructure Funding

August 10, 2023

Vice Mayor Urban Carmel and Councilmember Stephen Burke announced today the group of community members appointed to join the City’s Infrastructure Funding Study Committee. City leaders have identified a number of infrastructure in...

City DEI Initiatives Update - September 2023

September 18, 2023

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives ...

City DEI Initiatives Update - July/August 2023

We are more than halfway through the calendar year, and we thought it would be a good time to update community members on the City’s 2023 DEI initiatives. 

DEI planning and initiatives are at the forefront of our agenda, and we remain steadfast in...

Stop Race-based Calls to the Police ("Bias by Proxy")

The City of Mill Valley and the Mill Valley Police Department have teamed up with MVFREE to stop race-based calls to the police ("bias by proxy"). Find out more in this short video:

Video produced by Kristi Denton Cohen of Peloton Productions

Down...

Pride Month Events

Pride Month & Pride Flags - At their meeting on Monday, May 15, the City Council adopted a Resolution declaring June, 2023 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in the City of Mill Valley and authorized the display of the Pride Flag on City property. Many thanks to...

DEI Initiatives Update - May 2023

Monday, May 15, 2023

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiative...

DEI Initiatives Update - April 2023

Monday, April 17, 2023

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiati...

DEI Initiatives Update - March 2023

Monday 20, 2023

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as ...

Black History Month

Mill Valley City Council:

At their February 6, 2023 meeting, the Mill Valley City Council declared the month of February 2023 as Black History Month. From the proclamation:

"Mill Valley City Council calls upon all the people of Mill Valley to honor the...

DEI Initiatives Update - January 2023

January 20, 2023

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as...

Lunar New Year Events

Mill Valley’s Terra Marin School Welcomes The Lunar New Year – January 21, 10am-12pm

From Enjoy Mill Valley: With plenty of gratitude for the rain and with excited expectation for some dry moments to have outdoor events, Terra Marin Sch...

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Events

From the Marin City CSD and MLK Planning Committee 24th Annual Marin City Dr. MLK Jr. Celebration - Jan 16. The Marin City CSD and MLK Planning Committee presents the 24th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration. This celebration w...

DEI Initiatives Update - December 2022

December 27, 2022

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives a...

DEI Initiatives Update - November 2022

November 22, 2022

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives a...

United Against Hate Week Activities

United Against Hate Week - November 13 - 19

The City of Mill Valley joins in spreading the message of United Against Hate week: “We reject hate of any kind and believe that building a safer and more equitable world starts by working together.” On November ...

DEI Initiatives Update - October 2022

October 17, 2022

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as...

DEI Initiatives Update - September 2022

September 19, 2022

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives ...

DEI Initiatives Update - August 2022

August 25, 2022

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as ...

DEI Initiatives Update - July 2022

July 18, 2022

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as th...

DEI Initiatives Update - June 2022

June 21, 2022

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as th...

Freedom Festival - June 18, 2022

Join us as we will honor our past through celebration of African American Independence Day with live music, poetry, storytelling, activities for all ages and more.

How would you spend $2.5 mil to advance equity in your community?

The County of Marin is making $2.5 million available, and YOU decide how it will be spent. This new way of making decisions about publicly funded projects is called Participatory Budgeting! 

Join the Participatory Budgeting (PB) Committee! &nb...

DEI Initiatives Update - May 2022

May 16, 2022

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as the...

DEI Initiatives Update - April 2022

April 18, 2022

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as t...

DEI Initiatives Update - March 2022

March 21, 2022

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as t...

DEI Initiatives Update - February 2022

February 22, 2022

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives a...

DEI Initiatives Update - January 2022

January 20, 2022

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as...

DEI Initiatives Update - November 30, 2021

November 30, 2021

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives a...

DEI Initiatives Update - November 15, 2021

November 15, 2021

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives a...

DEI Initiatives Update - November 1, 2021

November 1, 2021

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as...

City Council Receives Presentation on the Marin County Restrictive Covenants Program

At their meeting on October 18, 2021, the City Council received a presentation on the County of Marin’s Restrictive Covenant Project from Liz Darby, Social Equity Programs and Policy Coordinator for the Marin County Community Development Agency....

DEI Initiatives Update - October 18, 2021

October 18, 2021

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as...

DEI Initiatives Update - October 4, 2021

October 4, 2021

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as ...

DEI Initiatives Update - September 20, 2021

September 20, 2021

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives ...

DEI Initiatives Update - September 1, 2021.

September 1, 2021

The City of Mill Valley commits to act and encourage community action towards eliminating racial disparities, both inside government and in the community. The City Council has identified Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives a...

Wildfire Smoke Advisory - Saturday, September 23, 2023

Golden Gate Ferry Hosts Regional Emergency Response Drill September 18 - 21

Per Golden Gate Ferry -

Beginning Monday, September 18, 2023, through Thursday, September 21, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Golden Gate Ferry will host a full-scale, regional interagency emergency response exercise on the San Francisco Bay.

The exercis...

Upcoming Nationwide WEA test On October 4, 2023

FEMA, in coordination with the FCC, will conduct a nationwide test of both Wireless Emergency Alerts and the Emergency Alert System at approximately 2:20 p.m. EST on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. The WEA test alert will be sent to mobile phones nationwide. ...

Upcoming Preparedness Events For September and October 2023

Attend HERo Girls Fire Camp This October 2023

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For October 2023

Residents of Southern Marin are encouraged to participate in Southern Marin Fire District's "Did You Hear It?" (DYHI) campaign. DYHI was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going LRAD monthly testing from re...

Preparedness Month Safety Tip - Review Your Evacuation Map

Residents of Southern Marin Fire District should watch our Evacuation Preparedness video and take steps to prepare, in advance, for evacuation from wildfires and other disasters. New this month are updated neighborhood evacuation maps which will be arrivi...

SMFD's Badge Distribution For Former Mill Valley Fire Personnel

Southern Marin Fire Protection District is excited to share badge distribution crew photos from all three shifts for former Mill Valley Fire Department personnel. The badge distributions comes on the heels of the consolidation ceremony of the Mill Valley ...

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For September 2023

The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them. By taking advantage of the vast number of Internet users, we can get...

Celebrating The Consolidation of The Mill Valley Fire Department With Southern Marin Fire District

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

On Tuesday, July 11, 2023 the Southern Marin Fire Protection District hosted a consolidation ceremony and ribbon cutting event at Fire Station #6 in the City of Mill Valley. The anticipated event celebrated the consolidation...

Beware Of Scams!

Southern Marin - Please beware of scams! It has come to our attention that there have been multiple comments on our social media pages with spam links to "merchandise." Southern Marin Fire Protection District wants to keep all our community memb...

MWPA Defensible Space Evaluations Begin Week of July 17th in the City of Mill Valley

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Uniformed Fire Inspectors will conduct Wildfire Defensible Space and Home Hardening Evaluations on residential properties in the City of Mill Valley beginning the week of July 17, 2023...

MWPA Defensible Space Evaluations Begin Week of July 17th in Tam Valley

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Uniformed Fire Inspectors will conduct Wildfire Defensible Space and Home Hardening Evaluations on residential properties in Tam Valley beginning the week of July 17, 2023 (see map imag...

Southern Marin Fire Protection District To Host Consolidation Ceremony And Ribbon Cutting Event

The Southern Marin Fire Protection District invites the community to join the City of Mill Valley Council, Southern Marin Fire District Board of Directors, and personnel of Southern Marin Fire District on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 in celebrating the consolid...

Fourth of July Reminder: No Fireworks in Marin

Southern Marin Fire District urged all residents and visitors to remember that fireworks are illegal in Marin county, not just on the upcoming Fourth of July weekend.

The fireworks ordinance will be enforced to reduce fire risk, protect natural re...

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For July 2023

The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them. By taking advantage of the vast number of Internet users, we can get...

SMFD Firefighter Recognition and Accomplishments - May 2023

At the Southern Marin Fire District’s Monthly Board of Directors’ meeting on Wednesday, May 24, 2023, Southern Marin Fire District celebrated two firefighters. First, Fire Chief, Chris T...

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For June 2023

The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them. By taking advantage of the vast number of Internet users, we can get...

You're Invited To Attend The Annual Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast

The annual Mill Valley Volunteer Firefighters Memorial Day Pancake Breakfast is back for 2023! This annual fundraiser takes place Memorial Day (Monday, May 29^th) from 7 am to 11 am downtown in front of Mill Valley City Hall (26 Corte Madera Avenue) outsid...

May Is Wildfire Preparedness Month

Marin County is entering the most dangerous part of the fire season. Are you, your family and your home prepared? Here are some steps you can take right now to help protect your family and home from wildfire: 

Prepare Yourself: ...

Take Action Now: Help Shape Emergency Preparedness in Mill Valley

Attention Mill Valley residents! We need your valuable input to enhance emergency preparedness in our community. Share your concerns about disasters and help us identify critical preparedness gaps that require our attention.

Your feedback will pla...

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For May 2023

The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them. By taking advantage of the vast number of Internet users, we can get...

Southern Marin Fire District Presents Mill Valley Neighborfest

The inaugural Mill Valley Neighborfest will launch this May throughout various communities in Mill Valley encouraging residents to get to know their neighbors. The Mill Valley Neighborfest is presented by the Southern Marin Fire District in partnership wi...

Southern Marin Fire District Launches New Website for Neighborhood Response Group

On March 1, 2023, the Southern Marin Fire Protection District is pleased to announce the launch of a new website for the Southern Marin Neighborhood Response Group (NRG) program, www.southernmarinnrg.org.

The NRG program is a neighbors-helping-nei...

Test Your Smoke Alarms When You Turn Your Clocks Forward

Daylight saving time begins at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 12th.  Many people will use this opportunity to change their home’s smoke alarm batteries as well.

Because working smoke alarms are a critical element of home fire safety, Souther...

Heating Your Home Safely

Did you know? Home fires occur more in the winter months than any other time of the year. Follow these general heating tips to help prevent winter fires and to stay safe this winter season:

• Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet from all heat sources ...

February is Earthquake Awareness Month

An earthquake is a sudden, rapid shaking of the ground caused by the shifting of rocks deep underneath the earth’s surface. Earthquakes can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches. While they can happen anywhere without warning, areas at higher ri...

Cook Safely This Super Bowl Weekend

Did you know?

• 47% of all home fires are caused by cooking
• Burn injuries continue to be a leading cause of injury in the United States and Canada, especially in children.
• Preventing a burn injury is always better than the pain and trauma of medical treatment ...

Thank You CERT Volunteers

The New Year has been busy for Southern Marin CERTs. This Winter we've seen record setting storms in the Bay Area, and CERTs answered the call to help on multiple occasions. On January 3rd, volunteers from across Southern Marin gathered in Mill V...

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For February 2023

The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them. By taking advantage of the vast number of Internet users, we can get...

Did You Hear It? LRAD Monthly Siren Testing For January 2023

The "Did you hear it ?" (DYHI) campaign was developed to tap the abundant information available about the on-going monthly testing from the people who experience them. By taking advantage of the vast number of Internet users, Southern Marin Fire...

Top Holiday Safety Tips To Keep You and Your Family Safe This Winter Holiday Season

Winter holidays are a time for families and friends to get together. But that also means a greater risk for fire. Following a few simple tips will ensure a happy and fire-safe holiday season.

Holiday decorating: 

Mill Valley City Council and Southern Marin Fire District Board Unanimously Approve Consolidation

10/4/2022

At their October 3, 2022 meeting, the Mill Valley City Council and Southern Marin Fire District Board unanimously approved the submission of an application to the Marin Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCo) for consolidation/annexation of the...

Test Your Smoke Alarms When You Turn Your Clocks Back

Daylight saving time ends at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday, November 6.  Many people will use this opportunity to test and change their home’s smoke alarm batteries.

Because working smoke alarms are a critical element of home fire safety, Southern Marin Fir...

Stay Fire-Safe This Halloween

Children dressed in costumes excitedly running door to door to trick-or-treat, festive decorations like glowing jack-o-lanterns, paper ghosts and dried cornstalks adorning front porches – these are some of the classic hallmarks of Halloween that...

Proposed Consolidation of Mill Valley Fire Department and Southern Marin Fire District

September 23, 2022  

Southern Marin Fire Protection District 

Elysha Omoomy, Communications Coordinator

Proposed Consolidation of Mill Valley Fire Department and 

Southern Marin Fire District

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ...

Be Prepared When Visiting Mill Valley

As the weather gets better and visitors stay for an extended period of time in our community we encourage them to be courteous of your short-term neighbors. This includes reducing noise, keeping debris contained, respecting the local rules, and following ...

What To Do in Case of Emergency

During the month of June Southern Marin Fire District will be sharing videos educating residents on steps to prepare in advance, for evacuation from wildfires and other disasters.  

Episode 1: (https://youtu.be/Opbu150zKys)

Episode 2: (https://yout...

Subscribe Today! Southern Marin Fire District eNewsletter

Fire Season is here. We all need to do our part to prepare and protect our community. The Southern Marin Fire District's eNewsletter is full of important news, fire safety tips, evacuation information, and more. Don't miss out! 

Click here to subs...

Safety Tips During a Power Outage

Stay safe during a power outage:

Food Safety:

• Keep freezers and refrigerators closed to prevent food from spoiling. The refrigerator will keep food cold for about four hours. A full freezer will keep the temperature for about 48 hours. Use coolers with ice ...

City Officials Test Google Modeling of Evacuation Timing with Evacuation Drill.

September 25, 2021

The City of Mill Valley conducted its Annual Evacuation Drill on Saturday, September 25 with over 250 residents participating. 

The goal of this year’s drill was a timed event to help validate Google’s current evacuation research...

Use the Library's Recording Booth

Record your podcast, narrate a video, or use a quiet space to interview friends or family in the Library’s recording booth. Patrons can book a two-hour session up to 14 days in advance. You must have a library card and be 16 or older (or bring a...

Library Hours of Service

The Library will be open 7 days a week for all services including curbside.

Hours of Service

Monday - Thursday:10am – 8pmFriday:10am – 5pmSaturday & Sunday:12pm – 5pm

We look forward to seeing you!

June 27 Planning Commission Meeting to Review New Downtown Project

60 Throckmorton Planning Commission Meeting: June 27, 2023 6:30 PM 

Treehouse MV has submitted a proposal to convert the former Bank of America building at 60 Throckmorton Ave (corner of Corte Madera Avenue), into a membership-based restaurant, ba...

Housing Update: 1 Hamilton Drive Multifamily Housing Project

Housing Update: 1 Hamilton Drive Multifamily Housing Project

Project Overview & Update

On April 20, 2023, the City of Mill Valley, in partnership with EAH Housing, filed a development review application with the City’s Planning Division, which...

City of Mill Valley to Consider Mandatory Retrofit Program

At their June 5, 2023* meeting, the Mill Valley City Council will consider a new, mandatory “Soft Story” Retrofit Program with an objective of protecting existing housing stock in the community. “Soft Story” structures are typically multi-story residentia...

Feb. 28th Planning Commission Meeting to Discuss the Housing Element and DSEIR:

On February 28, 2023 Planning Commission will host a public hearing to collect comments on the Draft Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (DSEIR), which evaluates the potential environmental impacts of implementing the goals, policies and programs conta...

Richardson Terrace Update - 575 E Blithedale Ave. 2023-01-11

January 12, 2023

On January 10, 2023, the Planning Commission resumed the public hearing to consider a mixed-use project referred to as “Richardson Terrace”.    Following deliberative comments, the Planning Commission ...

Update on 1 Hamilton Drive Affordable Housing

Update on 1 Hamilton Drive Affordable Housing: Council and Planning Commission Identify Building Concept to Further Evaluate 

At the November 30, 2022 joint City Council and Planning Commission meeting, Council received an update on a proposal to ...

Richardson Terrace Update – 575 East Blithedale Avenue

December 8, 2022

November 17, 2022, Planning Commission Meeting

On November 17, 2022, the Planning Commission held a Public Hearing to consider a Design Review application for a Mixed-Use Project proposed at 575 East Blithedale, referred to as “Richardson T...

Housing Update: 1 Hamilton Drive and Housing Element Update

Joint City Council/Planning Commission Meeting Scheduled for November 30, 2022 to Discuss Housing at 1 Hamilton and the Housing Element 

City Council and Planning Commission will meet jointly on November 30, 2022 at 6:30pm at the Community Center ...

1 Hamilton Joint City Council/Planning Commission Meeting Canceled/Postponed

City officials have canceled the 1 Hamilton November 2, 2022 joint meeting to allow City planners and the Project Team additional time to gather information on preliminary design concepts to present to the City Council and Planning Commission later this y...

Richardson Terrace Update – 575 East Blithedale Avenue

October 12, 2022

Proposed Project:

In 2020, the City of Mill Valley Planning Division received a Design Review application for a mixed-use housing development project at 575 East Blithedale Avenue, which is referred to as “Richardson Terrace.” At the time, ...

City Hosts 1 Hamilton Open House

On October 13, 2022, the City of Mill Valley and EAH Housing hosted a community Open House to discuss building approximately 40-50 affordable rental apartments on the northern portion of the city-owned parcel at 1 Hamilton Drive. The main topics at the Op...

1 Hamilton Update: Council Approves Relocation of Facilities, City Hosts Open House in October

The City of Mill Valley is currently partnering with EAH Housing to explore the feasibility of building approximately 40-50 affordable rental apartments on the northern portion of 1 Hamilton Drive. On September 19, City Council directed planning staff to ...

Housing Element Environmental Review: 30-day Public Comment Period

30-day Public Comment Period on Scope of Environmental Analysis Initiated. The City of Mill Valley invites interested parties and the community to comment on the Notice of Preparation (NOP) for the environmental review of the 2023-2031 Housing Element thr...

Green Building – Community Meeting June 22 (6pm)

Help shape Marin County’s Proposed Green Building Model Ordinance, which will also shape Mill Valley’s Green Building update. Attend a FREE virtual community meeting on June 22nd to learn more and discuss proposed regulations for the next Building Code up...

Proposal to Renovate the Sequoia Theater

SEQUOIA THEATER RENOVATION PLAN

The California Film Institute (CFI), owner of the historic Sequoia Theater, has submitted a proposal to fully renovate and convert the two-screen Sequoia Theater with 604 seats into a new cinema and education center with fou...

Request for Qualifications for Housing-Related Environmental Services

The Planning Department has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ), to obtain Statement of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified individuals or firms to provide On-Call Environmental Consulting services for housing-related programs. Consultants will the...

New City Hall Lobby Kiosk

A new touch screen kiosk is in the City Hall lobby to help customers make appointments for building and planning services. The kiosk offers a large touch screen keyboard that makes typing content easy to use. The kiosk works like a giant wireless smart ph...

City Council Scheduled to Update the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Regulations

City Council Scheduled to Update the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Regulations and Establish New Regulations for Two-Unit Projects Allowed Under Senate Bill 9 

Summary:  City Council Scheduled to Formally Adopt Updates to the Accessory Dw...

Climate Action Plan Update - November 2021

Climate Action Plan Update 

Wednesday, November 17, 2021 6:00 - 8:00 pm    

The City is updating its Climate Action Plan. This meeting will focus on emissions related to the built environment. At the meeting the Task Force will di...

1 Hamilton Drive - Join us for an Online Workshop on March 10

Online Workshop to discuss affordable housing opportunities at 1 Hamilton Drive: March 10, 2022 (6:30-8:30pm)

The City of Mill Valley has partnered with EAH Housing to evaluate the northern portion of 1 Hamilton Drive as a possible site to build affordable...

Housing Element Update - November 2021

Housing Element Update

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 6:30 - 8:30 pm    

The Housing Advisory Committee will host the second Housing Element Workshop on November 10, 2021 (6:30-8:30pm).  This workshop will focus on the sites invento...

Zoning Code Updates - October 2021

Planning Commission to Review the Accessory Dwelling Unit Ordinance and Proposed New Ordinance to Address New State Legislation (SB9)

On October 12, 2021 Planning Commission will consider recommending that City Council adopt two resolutions to update the A...

Richardson Terrace - 575 E Blithedale Avenue

Proposed Project:

The City of Mill Valley Planning Division received a revised Design Review application for a mixed-use housing development project at 575 East Blithedale Avenue on April 2, 2021. The proposal, referred to as "Richardson Terrace,"...

City of Mill Valley's Tree Ordinance

Did you know that a permit is required to cut down trees on your property? 

The removal of a single tree without a permit, could cost you $15,000 in fines and fees.

Trees contribute greatly to the identity, character, environmental health and natur...

Housing Advisory Committee Meeting #9

Housing Advisory Committee Meeting #9

The City of Mill Valley's Housing Advisory Committee will meet on May 25, 2021 (5:00-6:30pm) to discuss two "House Mill Valley" programs that foster new affordable housing in Mill Valley.

Covia Founda...

Richardson Terrace - 575 E Blithedale Update

December 28, 2020

The City of Mill Valley Planning Division received a Design Review application for a mixed-use housing development project at 575 East Blithedale Avenue on December 17, 2020.  The proposal, referred to as “Richardson Te...

575 E. Blithedale / Richardson Terrace Preliminary Application

7/16/2020

On July 9, 2020, the City of Mill Valley Planning Division received a preliminary application for a mixed-use housing development project at 575 East Blithedale Avenue.  The proposal, referred to as “Richardson Terrace,” includes 25 resi...

MUP Safety Day

Last Tuesday, September 12, 2023, the Mill Valley Police Department, Marin County Sheriff’s Department, California Highway Patrol, and Marin County Parks collaborated to host a bicycle/E-bike safety event at the Mill Valley/Sausalito Multi-Use-Path. &...

Mill Valley's Growing Senior Population and the Rise of Elderly Scams

Mill Valley is undergoing a significant surge in its senior population. By 2030, nearly 40% of Mill Valley's community members will be aged 60 or above. Alarmingly, scams targeting this age bracket have soared, with California sadly topping the l...

Mill Valley Police Department Educates Residents on Active Threat Preparedness

Nestled amid the serene beauty of Mill Valley, the community has experienced moments that have starkly contrasted with its peaceful ambiance. In 2018, residents were urged to shelter in place following a violent dispute between a tenant and his landlord j...

Contactless Pay at Parking Meters

Faith and Blue Event 10/08/2023

The Mill Valley Police Department is partnering with the Tiburon Police Department and Belvedere Police Department to host the Faith and Blue event on October 8th, 2023 from 10am - 2pm! The event will be held at the Mill Valley Middle School library and g...

New Officers Joining MVPD!

Within the last month, the Mill Valley Police Department has had the pleasure in welcoming 3 new police officers. 2 graduated from the Santa Rosa police academy and 1 is a transfer from the San Jose PD. 

Officer Joe Devine began at the MVPD a few ...

Evacuation Drill August 2023

We look forward to seeing residents who live in the Hillside/Golf Course areas for a planned evacuation drill this Saturday, 8/19 at 10:00am. Join Mill Valley PD, Southern Marin Fire, Mill Valley Emergency Preparedness Committee, and Marin’s Office of Eme...

Join the Fun and Meet Your Mill Valley Police and More at National Night Out - 8/1

The Mill Valley Police Department is excited to announce that we will be hosting the annual National Night Out event on August 1st, from 5 PM to 7 PM at The Depot Plaza in downtown Mill Valley! 

National Night Out is a community-building campaign ...

Save the Date for the Elder Fraud Community Summit on August 23

Elder Fraud Community Summit

Guard against elder fraud! Learn to spot scams, protect finances, and secure your peace of mind. Knowledge is power!

Don't miss the opportunity to join a discussion on elder fraud, a crucial topic that impacts seniors locally an...

East Blithedale Ave is Now Open!

Dear Mill Valley,

We are delighted to announce that East Blithedale Ave has been repaved and is now open for regular traffic. As you drive along this newly repaved road, we kindly remind you to observe the speed limit of 25 miles per hour, ensuring the saf...

Mill Valley PD Announces New Parking Enforcement Vehicle Autochalk Technology

May 31, 2023

The Mill Valley Police Department (MVPD) is rolling out its newest Parking Enforcement vehicle, which is equipped with six cameras capable of scanning and digitally chalking parked vehicles. Referred to as “AutoChalk,” the ...

E-Bike Education Continues - Citations To Follow

After weeks of education, officers will begin issuing citations for E-Bike riders that violate the City's new E-Bike Ordinance. Adopted unanimously in April, the ordinance, one of the few passed in the State of California, is an attempt to contro...

E-Bike Safety Course

As more and more of our teens ride E-Bikes, you can help them learn more about the rules of the road, E-Bike handling, and emergency maneuvering skills through the Marin County Bicycle Coalition. If your teen is in grades 6-8, you can sign them up for the...

Beware of Scams!

Regularly, the police department receives calls from the public wanting to report a scam or inquiring if something may be a scam. We want to remind the community to watch out for signs of a scam. Not only should you be watching out for yourself but watchi...

New Parking Enforcement Vehicle

You will see us out and about test driving our new Parking Enforcement Vehicle. 

This vehicle is currently outfitted with Automatic License Plate Recognition technology. This technology is used for counting and scanning parked vehicles while ignor...

City of Mill Valley and Community Members Experiencing Homelessness

February 23, 2023

Homelessness is an issue impacting many communities across the nation, and we share community concerns about the health and safety of our unhoused neighbors in Mill Valley. We want to assure you that the issue of homelessness in our commu...

Security Camera Registration at MVPD

Join the Mill Valley Police Department by registering your security camera, with our Security Registration program. The program allows for officers to identify potential footage that can assist in their investigation. By doing so, it helps strengthen the ...

Statement from Mill Valley Police Chief Rick Navarro Regarding the Murder of Tyre Nichols

January 27, 2023

The video released by the Memphis Police Department of the beating death of Tyre Nichols mortifies the soul. I am appalled and saddened by what I saw in the video, and members of the Mill Valley Police Department have expressed similar sen...

Rotary Club and Eagle Scouts Construct Outdoor Dining Patio for MVPD

The Mill Valley Police Department would like to extend our gratitude to the Rotary Club, the City of Mill Valley Public Works Department, and to the Eagle Scouts of Troop 1 for the creation of our new patio dining area for all Mill Valley Police staff. Fu...

Mill Valley Police Department Bicycle Registration

The Mill Valley Police Department offers a bicycle registration program to help deter theft and to help law enforcement reunite bicycles with their owners. The best way to track a stolen bike or to identify the owner of a found bike, is through the bicycl...

RSVP Stickers Available to Purchase

2023 RSVP stickers are available to purchase. The RSVP allows residents free parking, up to the maximum allowable time limit, at any of the City’s parking meters, seven days a week, from 9 am to 6 pm. 

Prices will be $66.00 each for Mill...

Mill Valley Police Department is Hiring!

The Mill Valley Police Department is hiring! We are accepting lateral officers, academy graduates, and current academy attendees. Not only that but we are currently looking for a Police officer trainee in which their academy tuition and fees & uniform...

Resident Shopper Vehicle Permits (RSVP) are Available to Purchase Starting on 12/14

2023 RSVP will be available for sale beginning December 14, 2022. The RSVP allows residents free parking, up to the maximum allowable time limit, at any of the City’s parking meters, seven days a week, from 9 am to 6 pm. 

Prices will be $66.00 eac...

Stick to a "Go Safely" Game Plan: Celebrate the Holiday Season Responsibly

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Residential Shopper Vehicle Permit Increase 2023

Resident Shopper Vehicle Permit (RSVP) prices will increase beginning January 1, 2023. The RSVP allows residents free parking, up to the maximum allowable time limit, at any of the City's parking meters, seven days a week, from 9 am to 6 pm. Prices will i...

Mill Valley Police Update on DEI Initiatives

A Message from Police Chief Rick Navarro:

"The Mill Valley Police Department (MVPD) stands firmly on the six pillars of 21st Century Policing. We have leaned forward and not only listened to our community but have taken action. We will continue to wor...

Office of Traffic Safety Grant 2022/23

Mill Valley Police Department Awarded $28,000 Grant to deter Unsafe Behaviors, Increase Safety on Roads

Mill Valley, Calif. – The Mill Valley Police Department will increase patrols throughout the community and provide other traffic safety programs to help...

Halloween Road Closure - Sycamore Avenue.

As many of you know, Sycamore Village is a very popular tick-or-treat location on Halloween. In an effort to enhance pedestrian safety, just like previous years, we will be closing Sycamore Avenue between Park Avenue and Valley Circle to vehicle traffic d...

Celebrate National Night Out with MVPD on Tuesday 8/2/2022!

The Mill Valley Police Department is inviting you to join us on Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022, for National Night Out at Depot Plaza in downtown Mill Valley. The event will take place from 5-7 PM.

National Night Out was initially created as an opportunity for ...

Mill Valley Police Department Bicycle Registration

The Mill Valley Police Department offers a bicycle registration program to help deter theft and to help law enforcement reunite bicycles with their owners. The best way to track a stolen bike or to identify the owner of a found bike, is through the bicycl...

California Laws Pertaining to E-Bikes

Electric bicycles, otherwise known as E-Bikes, have become increasingly popular in recent years and the City of Mill Valley has seen an influx in ridership. The Mill Valley Police Department continues to receive complaints regarding unsafe riding of E-Bik...

2022 Gun Buyback Program

The 2022 Gun Buyback Program is being coordinated through the Marin County District Attorney's Office in partnership with local law enforcement agencies, the Marin County Board of Supervisors, and local City Councils. With your support we are hopeful that...

Drone Safety Tips

The Mill Valley Police Department has recently received questions regarding the operation of drones. The below list is meant to address concerns surrounding the rules and regulations for operating drones within the City of Mill Valley.

Drone Safety Tips:

1. Re...

DEA 22nd National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

If you are looking into getting rid of any prescription drugs that you have, then today is your lucky day!

 The Mill Valley Police Department will be taking part in the 22^nd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 30, 2022. Fro...

Resident Shopper Vehicle Permit (RSVP) Reminder - Buy your Permit for Hassle-Free Parking

Visit downtown Mill Valley and enjoy our restaurants and local businesses. Make your shopping and dining experiences easier by purchasing the RSVP Parking Permit. The permits allow free parking up to the maximum allowable time limit, without paying the me...

Join the Mill Valley Police Department

The Mill Valley Police Department is hiring Officers from all different stages in their law enforcement career. Whether you are thinking about becoming an Officer, are currently in the Police Academy, a Police Academy graduate, or are a lateral from anoth...

Register your Home Security Cameras with the Mill Valley Police Department

The Security Camera Registry program allows residents and business owners to register their security systems with the Mill Valley Police Department. This assists police officers with identifying potential footage while investigating potential crimes. Poli...

Mill Valley Police Department 2021 Annual Report

The Mill Valley Police Department would like to share with you our 2021 Annual Report. This report focuses on efforts made by our department throughout the last year. We would like to thank our community for all of your continued support as we continue to...

Tips to Prevent Residential Burglaries from the Mill Valley Police Department

Real-Time Miller Avenue Evacuation Drill Allows Public Safety Staff to Practice Traffic Re-Routing

In an effort to prepare community members and City first responders for a sudden evacuation order, on Tuesday, January 11th, Mill Valley Police and Public Works staff conducted a vehicle re-routing drill on Miller Avenue. The drill simulated in real-time ...

Don't Let Package Thieves Ruin Your Holidays

The holiday shopping season is upon us. All of those great deals obtained from Black Friday and Cyber Monday will arrive at our doorsteps, meaning increased opportunities for package theft. Here are some ways to avoid becoming the victim of a package thie...

E-Bikes Safety Tips from the Mill Valley Police Department

Do you or your child have a new electric bicycle (E-bike)? As we are seeing an influx in E-bikes, we want to make sure that you are taking the proper safety precautions. Make sure your family is following the rules of the road when it comes to riding.

1. Ages...

Share Your Experience Bicycling in the Community – Take the Bicycle Friendly Community Survey

The City has applied to be identified as a “Bicycle Friendly Community” from the League of American Bicyclists. The League’s Bicycle Friendly America program provides advocates and change makers with a roadmap and hands-on assistance to build places more ...

New Street Sweeper

The City’s street sweeping contractor, Mill Valley Refuse, has purchased a new street sweeper.  The unit is more fuel efficient, has lower emissions, and has increased suction power. 

Street sweeping will resume with weekly earl...

Downtown Project Update - September, 2023

Phase III of the Downtown Project was completed in summer 2023 and focused on the downtown paving and curb ramp improvement along Throckmorton Avenue and Miller Avenue. Curb ramps were upgraded to meet current ADA standards. 

The Downtown Project ...

East Blithedale Update - September, 2023

Thank You, Mill Valley!

City and Construction Management staff continue to mitigate construction impacts and are working through the final pieces of the project. Though this has been a project several years in the making, East Blithedale is now looking fre...

East Blithedale Construction Update - August 2, 2023

The Project Team has successfully completed paving East Blithedale Avenue. The Project will reach full completion in mid-August before schools return to session. Work crews will continue alternating one-way traffic control between 8:00 to 5:00 pm on East ...

East Blithedale Construction Update - July 20, 2023

The Project Team has successfully completed paving East Blithedale Avenue. We foresee the completion of construction by the end of July.

Work crews will continue alternating one-way traffic control between 8:00 to 5:00 pm on East Blithedale Avenue.

If possi...

East Blithedale Construction Update - July 6, 2023

The Project Team has successfully completed paving East Blithedale Avenue and expects completion of construction in early August.

 Work crews will continue with alternating one-way traffic control between  8:00 am and 5:00 pm.

 We...

2023 Sewer Rehabilitation Update - Notice of Work

Maggiora & Ghilotti, Inc. will construct a new sewer manhole along the existing sewer main within Sycamore Park from July 5th - 11th (Monday - Friday only) from 8am – 5pm. Due to the disruptive nature of this work and noise from construction...

East Blithedale Construction Update - June 22, 2023

The Project Team is on track to complete paving East Blithedale Avenue by June 30, 2023. The original schedule had June 27, 2023, as the completion date. However, several unforeseen conditions have pushed completion to June 30. FYI there will be no constr...

East Blithedale Construction Update - June 8, 2023

The Project Team has scheduled the final stage of paving to begin on June 12, 2023. The chosen commencement date is after graduation from the local schools when traffic volume is lower. 

Work crews will close East Blithedale Avenue from June 12, 2...

A Message from Andrew Poster, Mill Valley's Director of Public Works

Besides celebrating the American Public Works Association’s National Public Works Week May 21-27, your Public Works team has been as busy as popcorn kernels on a skillet working to deliver Council’s 2023 Workplan. In a typical year, th...

Downtown Project Construction Update - June 8, 2023

After more than six years of planning, design and collaboration with the community and separate construction phases, the Downtown project is substantially complete. Work crews have repaired and rehabilitated underground sewer leaks, blockages, sags and ag...

East Blithedale Construction Update - May 25, 2023

The Project Team has scheduled the final stage of paving to begin on June 12, 2023. The chosen commencement date is after graduation from the local schools when traffic volume is at its lowest. It will be necessary to close East Blithedale Avenue between ...

Construction Update: East Blithedale Project - May 16, 2023

Construction Update: PG&E has extended the closures on East Blithedale Avenue to perform directional boring until May 18^th. The closure will be in place between the hours of 7:00 pm and 6:00 am. We appreciate your patience with the continued work. Ple...

East Blithedale Construction Update - May 11, 2023

NOTICE OF NIGHT WORK 

In order to expedite their Natural Gas Relocation Project, the City has approved Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) to close East Blithedale Avenue between Elm Avenue at Park School (west) and Elm Avenue (east) from May 15...

Downtown Project Construction Update - May 4, 2023

LIMITED PARKING DOWNTOWN 

Throckmorton Ave and Miller Ave Monday, 5/4 to Wednesday, 5/10 - 7 AM – 4 PM (no work on the weekend).To keep workers and the public safe, we highly recommend avoiding driving through the paving operations and enjoying wa...

East Blithedale Construction Update - April 27, 2023

This season's wet weather has presented many challenges throughout Mill Valley and has given our construction team unexpected complications for our East Blithedale Avenue Project. However, we are pleased to report that, even with 13 atmospheric rivers, un...

Downtown Project Construction Update - April 20, 2023

Work Completed:

• New sidewalk, and curb ramp bulb out at Equator Coffee’s corner.
• New curb and gutter along Miller from Equator Coffee to Urban Remedy. 
• New curb and gutter and form for new sidewalks at the Depot Plaza corner.
• Backfill Lytton Square m...

East Blithedale Construction Update - April 13, 2023

April 2023: Project Update (Weather Dependent)

This season's wet weather has presented many challenges throughout Mill Valley and has given our construction team unexpected complications for our East Blithedale Avenue Project. However, we are pleased to re...

Downtown Project Construction Update - April 6, 2023

Work Completed:

• Demo sidewalk and form new curb and gutter at Equator Coffee’s corner.
• Install a new storm drain manhole at Equator Coffee’s corner.
• Concrete sidewalk, curb ramp bulb out, and median island crosswalk at Throckmorton and Bernard.
• Demo sidewalk,...

East Blithedale Paving Update - April 4, 2023

Due to an unforeseen condition with utilities not previously identified, we are temporarily suspending paving East Blithedale Avenue. We are diligently working with our design team for a resolution, so we can take advantage of reduced traffic during Sprin...

East Blithedale Project Construction Update - April 3, 2023

April 2023: Project Update – The Final Push! (Weather Dependent)

This season's wet weather has presented many challenges throughout Mill Valley and has given our construction team some unexpected complications for our East Blithedale Avenue Project. Howeve...

East Blithedale Avenue Roadside Barrier Upgrade Project

The City of Mill Valley was selected by Caltrans for a state Highway Safety Improvement Program guard-rail replacement project. 

The project will upgrade a total of approximately 1,150 linear feet of existing timber and post guard rail in four loc...

Downtown Project Construction Update - March 22, 2023

Phase 3 of the Downtown Project involves removing and replacing concrete sidewalks, installing ADA curb ramps, widening the median island at Lytton Square to improve the health of the existing redwood trees, widening the sidewalk on Miller Avenue, and pav...

Sycamore Avenue Paving Plan

Paving Sycamore Avenue will restore the pavement, improve ride quality and enjoyment of the neighborhood.

What is happening:

Work crews will work on Sycamore Avenue in two stages. The road will be fully closed while each stage is being worked on. Constructi...

East Blithedale Construction Update - March 17, 2023

Sycamore Avenue and East Blithedale Avenue Paving

If the wet weather subsides, then paving could begin in the last week of March 2023.

Project managers anticipate Sycamore Avenue will take a week to grind and pave the roadway. Please see the Sycamore Avenue...

Downtown Project Construction Update - March 9, 2023

Phase 3 of the Downtown Project involves removing and replacing concrete sidewalks, installing ADA curb ramps, widening the median island at Lytton Square to improve the health of the existing redwood trees, widening the sidewalk on Miller Avenue, and pav...

East Blithedale Construction Update - March 3, 2023

Upcoming Sycamore Avenue and East Blithedale Avenue Paving

Argonaut Constructors plan to begin their paving work on Sycamore Avenue and East Blithedale Avenue within the next several weeks. It is anticipated Sycamore Avenue will take a week to grind and pa...

East Blithedale Construction Update - February 16, 2023

East Blithedale Avenue Open to Through Traffic

East Blithedale Avenue is open to through traffic between Camino Alto and Downtown Mill Valley. Motorists may experience localized closures or flagged one-way traffic control until June 2023. Please use Miller...

Downtown Project Construction Update - February 9, 2023

Upcoming Work: 

The anticipated start date is February 21, 2023, and estimated completion in June 2023. 

Phase 3 of the Downtown Project involves removing and replacing concrete sidewalks, installing ADA curb ramps, widening the median isl...

East Blithedale Construction Update - February 3, 2022

Upcoming in Early 2023

Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) will replace a natural gas main and service laterals on East Blithedale Avenue between East Drive and Elm Avenue (east). The anticipated start date is January 30, 2023, and the estimated ...

East Blithedale Construction Update - January 20, 2023

Upcoming in Early 2023

Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) will replace a natural gas main and service laterals on East Blithedale Avenue between East Drive and Elm Avenue (east). The anticipated start date is January 30, 2023, and the estimated ...

East Blithedale Construction Update - January 6, 2023

Upcoming in Early 2023

Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) will replace a natural gas main and service laterals on East Blithedale Avenue between East Drive and Elm Avenue (east). The anticipated start date is January 30, 2023, and the estimated ...

East Blithedale Construction Update - December 16, 2022

Upcoming in Early 2023

Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) will replace a natural gas main and service laterals on East Blithedale Avenue between East Drive and Elm Avenue (east). The anticipated start date has yet to be determined, and the estim...

East Blithedale Construction Update - December 2, 2022

Upcoming in Early 2023

Pacific Gas & Electric Company will relocate the natural gas main and service laterals on East Blithedale Avenue between East Drive and Elm Avenue (east).

East Blithedale Avenue Open for Through Traffic

East Blithedale Avenue is no...

East Blithedale Construction Update - November 18, 2022

Upcoming East Blithedale Avenue Work

Pacific Gas & Electric will relocate the main gas line from Elm Avenue (east) to East Drive starting in January 2023. This work will enable work crews to pave East Blithedale Avenue and Sycamore Avenue in the spring...

Mill Valley Roads Evaluated - 3rd Best in Marin County

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) has releasd the Annual Pavement Condition Index (PCI) Report to provide the 3-year rolling average of pavement condition of cities, towns and counties throughout the Bay Area. The PCI provides a snapshot of...

East Blithedale Construction Update - November 4, 2022

Project managers will reschedule Sycamore Avenue roadway paving until the weather forecast shows favorable paving conditions. See below for more details. 

East Blithedale Avenue Open for Through Traffic

East Blithedale Avenue is now open to through...

East Blithedale Construction Update - October 21, 2022

Sycamore Avenue Roadway Paving will occur from November 1, 2022, through November 15, 2022

See below for more details.

East Blithedale Avenue Open for Through Traffic

East Blithedale Avenue is now open to through traffic between Camino Alto and Downtown Mill...

East Blithedale Construction Update - October 7, 2022

East Blithedale Avenue Open for Through Traffic

East Blithedale Avenue is now open to through traffic between Camino Alto and Downtown Mill Valley. Motorists may experience localized closures or flagged one-way traffic control until May 2023.We encourage m...

Don't Leave Your Leaves!

With Fall and Winter fast approaching we can expect to see the familiar layer of leaves on the ground – it’s time to break out the rakes and bins! While cleaning up leaves keeps our living spaces clean and tidy, it is also a big part o...

East Blithedale Construction Update - September 23, 2022

East Blithedale Avenue Open for Through Traffic

East Blithedale Avenue is now open to through traffic between Camino Alto and Downtown Mill Valley. Motorists may experience localized closures or flagged one-way traffic control until May 2023.

Crews continue...

Should it go Down the Drain?

Pouring cooking fats, oil, or grease down the drain can clog your plumbing, create blockages in our sewers, and enter our waterways. Several everyday ingredients can also create blockages. Be kitchen sink smart to prevent plumbing and sewer disasters!

&...

Keep the Sidewalks Safe and Clear!

With Spring around the corner, growing vegetation left unattended may grow into the right of way and could lead to sidewalk hazards. Residents are required to regularly trim their trees and bushes that front sidewalks. Vegetation that becomes overgrown an...

Get Ready for Winter Weather and Help Prevent Flooding in Your Neighborhood

In our fall leaves article, we reminded community members to clean up leaves on your property by putting them in your green bin instead of sweeping leaves into the street.  This good habit not only reduces fire fuels during fire season, but more ...

Friends of Parks and Recreation Annual Fundraiser

Friends of Mill Valley Parks and Recreation 2023 Fundraiser

Since 2016, with your support the Mill Valley Friends of Parks & Recreation has been able to donate over $375,000 to support Parks and Recreation projects in Mill Valley.

In order to continue t...

E-Waste Recycling Event

Free E-Waste Collection at the Mill Valley Community Center

Mill Valley Recreation, in partnership with the Conservation Corps of the North Bay, are hosting a FREE E-Waste Collection event on Friday, September 29th, 2023.

Event Details:

Date: Friday...

Dogs in Public Areas - Know the Laws

Why are laws about dogs in public areas and leash laws important?

Watching your dog run free and just “be a dog” is hard to resist, we know.

Laws about dogs in public areas and leash laws are not put in place to punish dog owners, but ra...

Camp Kindness Day!

Camp Kindness Day

In celebration of Summer Camp Kindness Day at the Community Center, our intern T’Yanna planned and executed a kindness rainbow that all Camp staff, Aquatics staff and campers participated in. The rainbow will be on display throu...

Mill Valley Recreation is Hiring!

Employment

Road Closures Week of 9/25/2023

Road Closures Week of 9/18/2023

Call us First if you See a Sewer Spill

Time is of the essence when there is a sewer spill. Please watch this video on what do do when you see a sewer spill.

Sewerage Agency of Southern Marin (SASM)(415)305-7854 

Sewerage Agency of Southern Marin Wins Major Award for Exemplary Design and Construction

The Sewerage Agency of Southern Marin (SASM) has won the California Association of Sanitation Agencies (CASA) Award for Excellence for Outstanding Capital Project for the “Headworks Building Biological Odor Control System” project, completed in 2020.

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Wipes Clog Pipes

The packaging might say "flushable," but clogged pipes don't lie. Baby wipes, disinfecting wipes, paper towels, and other hygiene products should never go down your toilet. They can build up in sewer lines and cause sewage spills.

SASM Public Seating Area is Open!

The area next to the SASM public parking lot located at 450 Sycamore has received a major upgrade and has opened for community members to enjoy.

The project includes:

• New 8-ft wide meandering asphalt pathway that leads to a large public patio and seating ar...

Sustainability Newsletters

Welcome to the City of Mill Valley's and the Town of Tiburon's Monthly Sustainability Newsletter

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Latest Editions

September 14th, 2023

Introducing the newsletter and September sustainability events and programs

Reusable Foodware Ordinance

Overview

On November 10, 2023 enforcement of the Reusable Foodware Ordinance which was adopted by the City of Mill Valley in April 2023 will begin. The ordinance was introduced to address community concerns of reducing consumed disposable items and lowerin...

New Climate Action / Sustainability Coordinator

Join us in welcoming Grace Ledwith as the city's new Climate Action / Sustainability Coordinator. What makes this even more special is that this is a collaborative effort between the City of Mill Valley and Town of Tiburon, showcasing our shared ...

Make it a Plastic Free Back to School

Plan for a plastic-free back to school! 

Summer isn't over yet but it's  time to start "pre-thinking" your school supplies and lunches. Get some great ideas on how to lighten your back to school footprint. Join...

Litter and Plastic Free Picnics

It's picnic time! Get creative and skip the single use plastics this summer. If Mill Valley restaurants and markets can do it, so can you. In the spirit of community and our Mill Valley's Foodware Ordinance, craft your own zero-waste pic...

Learn about incentives to buy or lease Electric Vehicles

Now is a great time to buy or lease a new or used EV. Current incentives can reduce costs by thousands of dollars. Ride and Drive Clean is hosting a series of webinars where you can learn how you can save when you go electric and tips on switching to go e...