Some Marin Boards And Commissions Could Be On The Chopping Block As County Weighs Overhaul

A county review found problems ranging from vacancies and outdated bylaws to unclear roles and difficulty reaching quorum.

New Permanent City Manager Named In San Rafael

The longtime local government administrator had been leading the city on an interim basis following the former city manager's departure.

Unexpected Death Leaves Marin County's Probation Department Mourning Leader Remembered For Changing Lives

The respected public safety leader spent six years leading the department and championing rehabilitation and restorative justice.

Affordable Housing, Child Care Tax, Sea Level Rise Top Marin Supervisors Agenda

The board will also consider a major King Mountain conservation deal and updates to mental health service fees.

Marin Joins Fight Against Planned ICE Facility As Activists Push For Stronger Action Locally

Supervisors backed a legal challenge to a planned detention center while residents urged additional local restrictions.

Supervisors To Hold Budget Hearing, Vote On Seminary Development In Marin County

The two-day session includes a $902 million spending plan, a decade-in-the-making housing project, and a new emergency operations plan.

After Years Of Uncertainty, Marin Voters Deliver Verdict On SMART Tax

Marin and Sonoma county voters appear to have reauthorized SMART’s quarter-cent sales tax for 30 more years.

Election Day In San Rafael: What’s On The Ballot For June 2 Primary

Marin County voters will choose candidates for congress, state assembly and more in the June election.

Officials Urge Residents To Return Ballots Early In Marin County

With nearly 175,000 ballots issued but only about 28,000 returned so far, election officials are urging residents to vote early.

From Federal Health Policy To County Jail Oversight: Marin's New Justice Executive Has Done It All

A former CEO with more than two decades in public sector leadership will oversee the county's justice and public safety departments.

Supervisors To Take Up $903 Million Budget, Farmers Market Funding, And New County Counsel In Marin County

The board meeting also features a state-mandated staffing transparency hearing and a governance review of dozens of county advisory bodies.

Marin County Officials Appoint Three Assistant County Executives to Drive Innovation

A landmark transition to a County Executive model promises enhanced accountability and service delivery across the region.

Marin County Appoints First Inspector General To Oversee Sheriff’s Office

The inspector general will lead a new independent oversight office for Sheriff’s Office accountability and community collaboration.

San Rafael Election Guide 2026: What You Need To Know

Marin County voters will choose candidates for congress, state assembly and more in the June election.

Meet Mary Sackett, Candidate For Marin County Board Of Supervisors

Mary Sackett told Patch why they should be elected for the Marin County Board of Supervisors.

Youth Town Hall Offers Students Direct Line To Local Leaders In Marin County

Young people ages 12–25 can participate in an open conversation with mayors and council members to shape community decisions.

Protesters Push For 'ICE Free’ Ordinance In Marin County

Advocates seek a new measure to bar county resources from federal immigration enforcement, extending the state's "sanctuary law."

Major Coastal Development Rule Changes Reviewed In Marin County

The County must update its coastal zoning for state housing law — but officials say shoreline environmental protections will remain intact.

Marin County's Legal Counsel To Retire After Nine Years

The county’s chief legal advisor has served as the county's counsel since 2017.

Marin County Will Focus On Immigration Access At TRUTH Act Forum

The annual public forum will allow residents to review data on local law enforcement's interactions with federal immigration authorities.

Housing Tops Priorities For Marin County Budget Amid Federal, State Uncertainties

County officials begin budget talks, prioritizing housing and an aging population, while facing state and federal funding risks.

'Clean Slate' Program Heads To Marin City, Offering Expungement And Health Services

The events aim to provide individuals with past justice system involvement a pathway to sealing or expunging their criminal records.

Residents Urge Supervisors To End Cooperation With ICE, Halt Federal Funding Program In Marin County

Locals crowded the board of supervisors meeting to demand the County stops cooperating with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

$3.1 Million In Federal Funds For Housing And Child Safety Secured In Marin County

This was the sixth time since 2022 that the County successfully requested this funding, officials said.

San Rafael Looks At Options For How To Protect Canal District From Flooding

Some say it is a preview of what will become common as sea levels rise.

Food Safety Program Set For Major Overhaul In Marin County

The new approach aims to protect public health while also supporting the local economy, officials said.

City Moves Forward With 5 New Public Art Installations Downtown

City Council approved five new public art installations, including three large-scale murals and two sculptures.

County Seeks Input On Bike, Pedestrian Route Connecting Marin County To East Bay

The county wants suggestions on the vital route connecting Larkspur, San Rafael and the East Bay via the San Rafael-Richmond Bridge

Council Tightens Oversight On Tax Spending In This Marin County Town

City Council unanimously approved tighter tracking of special tax spending to increase transparency and accountability for public funds.

Protest Calls For Supervisors To Debate Federal Funding To Sheriff’s Office In Marin County

Following the killing of Renee Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent, nearly 100 protesters filled the chamber.

San Rafael Residents Worried About City's Lack Of Communication About Homeless Shelter

"Kids are riding bikes, people walking dogs, it's just peaceful and lovely and friendly. It's a little oasis," Jennifer Wallace said.

Community Meeting On Interim Housing Project Planned In San Rafael

The interim housing project will provide up to 65 private cabins for an unhoused community living in a secured encampment.

$100K In Art Grants Open For Applications For Artists And Organizations In Marin County

There are grants worth $5,000 and $10,000 available through an artist grant program now in its second year.

Budget Planning Stresses Resilience Amid Uncertainty In Marin County

The county adopted a fiscally cautious, long-term approach to budget planning.

Marin County Offramp That Causes Backups On U.S. 101 Widened

A new traffic signal and additional lane have been introduced in the San Rafael neighborhood to enhance both safety and traffic flow.

Future Marin County Park Will Be Funded By Measure A

The park will be located by a highly populated, ethnically diverse and lower-income section of the County.

Passionate Council Meeting Ends With Approval Of Interim Housing Project In San Rafael

The planned tiny homes project will offer shelter, security, and social services to an unhoused community in a secured downtown encampment.

Latino Residents Graduate Into Civic Engagement In Marin County Program

"We can't make good policy unless we know what our residents want to have in their community," Supervisor Dennis Rodoni said.

City Will Pay $999K To Man Injured In Violent Arrest In This Marin County Town

The City reached a settlement to end the federal civil rights lawsuit filed against them.

Marin County Says It Mistakenly Overpaid A Group Of Workers For Nearly 3 Years

Rollie Katz, director of the Marin Association of Public Employees, has seen it all in the last 47 years. Or, at least he thought he had.