City of Novato
May 2014
City of Novato Our Town Masthead
Photos: City of Novato and Craig Solin/Marin County Parks
Hamilton Pool fun  
Summer Fun the Novato Way!
   

The swimming and kid's activity pools at Hamilton are now open! Whether you want to swim laps, take lessons, or sit by the pool while the kiddies splash away in the activity pool--there is something for everyone at the Hamilton Community Pool. More info here. (Note: link will take you to the website of our partner, the City of San Rafael, as they provide the programming for the pool).

News Highlights 

 

City & NPD held open houses, and had a dedication of the new City offices, during this year's Tour of Novato & Community Fair--a School Fuel event (City Manager Michael Frank and Novato City Councilmembers pictured above)

  

On April 29, the City Council recognized Malaria Awareness Months for May & June, NPD Chief Berg presented an Employee of the Year award to Detective Justin Stevenson and the Medal of Valor award--the department's highest honor--to Officer Nicholas Conrad. Council also approved a contract for a Downtown Parking Study, endorsed a proposed parcel tax to fund the next generation of the Marin Emergency Radio Authority, passed on a proposal for senior housing on Hannah Ranch due to location, and had a discussion on the future uses and prioritzation of Measure F funding.

 

This month, Council recognized longtime Novato resident and former City Manager Phillip Brown, provided direction to staff on the City budget for the upcoming year which included proposed Measure F investments, capital improvements including a $1 million investment in the Novato Theater, and more than $1 million for facility and infrastructure maintenance. The budget will come back to the Council for final approval on June 24. Additionally, Council received a sneak-peek at the City's Bio Life Science Marketing Campaign and discussed policy options for the City's Urban Growth Boundary.

 

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Restoring Historic Wetlands to Hamilton
       

On April 25, the Hamilton levee was breached, allowing the Bay's waters to reclaim a 648-acre area that will restore the marshland and the area's tidal flora & fauna. This is the largest wetland restoration project of its kind on the West Coast. The project was led by the California State Coastal Conservancy and the Army Corps of Engineers.

 

The Hamilton section of the Bay Trail is now open to the public. For more info on the project, public access, and volunteer opportunities, click here.

   

Above: levee breach submerged former runways and Hamilton Reservoir Vista Trail looking south. Photos courtesy of Hamilton resident J. David Brewer

Tree Removal in Dogbone Meadow

   

Recently, concern about the health of a Heritage Oak tree located in Dogbone Meadow was brought to the City's attention. In response, the City hired two independent arborists who both reported the declining health of the tree and the significant hollowing of the trunk, and recommended prompt removal of the tree as it poses a risk to park patrons and their pets. In the short term, staff removed the benches from under the tree and fenced off the area. In the next couple of weeks, staff will remove the tree, closing the park only on the day that the work will occur. Information regarding this work has been sent to nearby neighbors and will be posted at the park. If you have any questions, please call the City's Maintenance Division at 899.8280.

City Tennis Courts to Get TLC


Both the Pioneer Park and Thigpen Tennis Courts will get a much need refresh this summer. In June, these facilities will be closed for resurfacing, and the picnic area at the Pioneer Park courts will receive new lighting, improved seating, and ADA upgrades--an approximately $600,000 investment in these popular tennis courts. Thigpen will be closed through June 27 and Pioneer will be closed through August 15.

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The annual Novato 4th of July Parade is organized by volunteers and supported by donations. Click here for more information on how you can support one of the largest parades of its kind in the Bay Area.
  
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City Tennis Courts Get TLC
Support Annual 4th of July Parade
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6/1
Big Bucks Public Bingo
 
6/2
Prescription Drop-off
Planning Commission

6/3
Lunch @ Margaret Todd Cafe
Pickleball Drop-in
Downtown Farmers Market
City Council meeting

6/4
Blood Pressure Clinic
Senior Produce Market
Brown Bag Market
Pickleball Drop-in
Design Review Commission

  

6/5
Pickleball Drop-in
City Council retreat

  

6/6

City offices closed
  
6/7
Public planning workshop for the
 North, North Redwood Corridor
 
6/8
Sunday Brunch
Big Bucks Public Bingo

6/9
Workshop #2 for the North
  Redwood Blvd Streetscape
Streetscape Advisory Committee
  
6/10
Lunch @ Margaret Todd Cafe
Pickleball Drop-in
Downtown Farmers Market
City Council meeting
  
6/11
Lunch @ Margaret Todd Cafe
Brown Bag Market
Pickleball Drop-in

6/12
Legal Services
Lunch at Margaret Todd Cafe
Pickleball Drop-in
Zoning Administrator

6/14
Workshop #2 for the North, North Redwood Corridor
Novato Art, Wine & Music Festival (6/14 & 6/15)

6/15

Novato Art, Wine & Music Fest
Big Bucks Public Bingo

6/16
Planning Commission

6/17
Lunch at Margaret Todd Cafe
Pickleball Drop-in
Downtown Farmers' Market
FEMA Community meeting
City Council meeting
  
6/18
Blood Pressure Clinic
Senior Produce Market
Senior Brain Games Workshop
Lunch at Margaret Todd Cafe
Brown Bag Market
Pickleball Drop-in
Design Review Committee

6/19
Lunch at Margaret Todd Cafe
Pickleball Drop-in

6/20
City offices closed

6/22
Big Bucks Public Bingo

6/24
Lunch at Margaret Todd Cafe
Pickleball Drop-in
Downtown Farmers Market
City Council meeting
Evening of Big Band Music

6/25
Lunch at Margaret Todd Cafe
Brown Bag Market
3rd Annual Ice Cream Social
Pickleball Drop-in

6/26
Legal Services
Lunch at Margaret Todd Cafe
Pickleball Drop-in
Zoning Administrator

SAVE THE DATE:
Novato Fourth of July Parade, 7/4 @ 10am on Grant Ave, between Reichert & 7th Aves.
   
Hot June Fun in Downtown Novato!
         
A two-part workshop to draft a vision for the North, North Redwood Blvd. Corridor
 (north of San Marin Drive):
June 7 & 14
More info here
Check-out Novato's Virtual City Hall:
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