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 In September, the City held two public workshops to vision possibilities for land uses and development along the North Redwood Blvd. Corridor. Whether you were able to attend or not, we would love to hear your thoughts about this key corridor in our City. Please share your thoughts right now, online! |
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News Highlights
On Sept. 14, the City held the first of two public workshops to create a community vision for the North Redwood Corridor, between Olive Avenue and San Marin Drive. Novatans provided detailed, thoughtful ideas for land uses along this key corridor in our C ity--including suggestions for a "lifestyle retail center," pedestrian-oriented mixed-use development with ground-floor retail and housing and public gathering spaces, light industrial, hotel, and medium-box retail development. On Sept. 28, architects presented those ideas via sketches and approximately 100 participants weighed in on each of the drawings. For updates on this effort and to share your thoughts, go to www.novato.org/opennovato.
In other City news:
At their Sept. 10 meeting, City Council approved clarified language for the City's existing "leash law," and during their Sept. 24 meeting, Council received a presentation of the City's economic development workplan and approved, by a 4-1 vote, a budget request for the extension of the Shop Local campaign and pursuit of a Biotech/Life Science cluster. Council also approved an agreement with Marin County for Measure A funds, and accepted the annual report from the Citizens' Measure F Oversight Committee. The annual report provides an a specific accounting of collected and expended Measure F funds, which continue to be used to offset further budget reductions, and maintain and restore vital City services including public safety, park maintenance, and street repair.
Additional dates and times were announced for "Frankly Speaking"--an opportunity to meet one-on-one with City Manager Michael Frank and share your thoughts and ask questions about Novato.
To get quick previews and recaps of City Council meetings, sign-up for our e-notification system. Also, sign-up for Open Novato, an online forum where you can weigh-in on important citywide topics. |
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Measure F, fiscal sustainability, and our financial future
Only read about the City's "fiscal sustainability" efforts? Want to know what it's all about and how it affects you? Request a presentation for your group, or join a scheduled meeting, by e-mailing publicinfo@novato.org. |
Afterschool "B.E.E. You" Program Offers 2nd Location
Due to the success of the B.E.E. You program (Building, Educating, and Exercising) program at Olive Elementary School, this popular afterschool program is now being offered at Rancho Elementary School.
The program, offered through the City's Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department, engages 2nd through 5th grade students with physical fitness activities and education on self-esteem, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle choices. The five-week session begins October 15. More info. |
Are You Ready to ShakeOut?
On Thursday, October 17 at 10:17 a.m., you can join the City of Novato, and millions of Californians who will "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" in The Great California ShakeOut, the largest earthquake drill ever!
Why is your participation important? As with anything, to act quickly you must practice often. You may only have seconds to protect yourself in an earthquake before strong shaking knocks you down, or something falls on you.
Everyone can participate! Individuals, families, businesses, schools, government agencies, community groups, and other organizations are all invited to register at www.shakeout.org. For more tips on preparing for the next earthquake, go to www.earthquakecountry.org. |
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Remember: Only RAIN Down the Drain!
Flooding can occur during the rainy season if trash, leaves, grass clippings, etc. are not disposed of properly. Please use your "green waste" bins provided by your local garbage hauler, take your yard waste to the Redwood Landfill (8950 Redwood Hwy, Novato), or use your clippings and woody debris to fertilize your garden and enrich the soil. For more information, contact the City's Public Works Dept. at 899.8246 or go to www.mcstoppp.org. |
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Upcoming Dates
For times, location, and updated info on the items below, please check out the City Calendar.
10/2
10/5
10/7
Planning Commission
10/8
City Council meeting
10/11
City offices closed
10/12
10/14
Adult Coed Volleyball & Men's Basketball Winter Season Registration begins
Streetscape Maintenance Coalition Advisory Committee
10/15
City Council meeting
10/16
Senior Produce market
Design Review Commission
10/17
Brown Bag market
10/23
Medicare Workshop
10/24
Zoning Administrator meeting
10/25
City offices closed
10/26
"Trash to Treasures" Flea Market
10/31
Adult Coed Volleyball & Men's Basketball Winter Season Registration deadline |
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Additional
Community Info:
SAVE THE DATE!
Holiday Crafts Faire, 12/6-7
Annual Tree Lighting, 12/7
Paint the Town Red, 1/24 |
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