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Center Boulevard Vegetation Clearance: Improving Evacuation Safety
The Ross Valley Fire Department recently conducted an evacuation route evaluation of Center Boulevard, identifying a need for immediate vegetation clearance to comply with Wildland-Urban Interface Code Section 604 (Fire Hazard Reduction from Roadways) and California Fire Code…

Town Council meeting recap | September 2, 2026
Photo credit: Martha E. Ture, Mt. Tamalpais Photography September 2, 2026 Meeting Agenda Watch this meeting online. Meeting Highlights At the September 2, 2026 Town Council meeting, the Town Council: Received a presentation from Marin County on the Emergency Operations Plan and…
Upcoming Park Road Closures
Park Road is tentatively scheduled to be closed to traffic, including bikes, on September 10, 11, and 14 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pedestrian access will be maintained throughout the work. Bikes will need to use alternate routes. Residents will be able to access their driveways…
Measure R: Argument in Favor
Vote Yes on R to maintain rapid 9-1-1 emergency response times. Since 1982 the voters of the Ross Valley have overwhelmingly supported local voter-approved funding for paramedic services. Unless renewed by voters, this funding will expire next year, and local paramedic services…
Measure R: Impartial Analysis
Impartial analysis by Town Attorney of Measure R Town of Fairfax MEASURE EXTENDING A SPECIAL PARCEL TAX FOR FOUR (4) YEARS AND INCREASING ITS RATE TO FUND LOCAL PARAMEDIC AND PRE-HOSPITAL EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE ROSS VALLEY PARAMEDIC AUTHORITY The Town of…
Larry Bragman Candidate Statement
Larry Bragman Attorney Restoring community trust is the biggest challenge facing the Fairfax Town Council. An essential responsibility of the Council is to listen to residents and provide a respectful forum where all voices can be heard. I’ve proven I have the patience, candor,…
Cheryl Scorza Candidate Statement
Cheryl Scorza Age:40 Ballot Designation: Nursing Assistant As a frontline healthcare worker and a mother navigating the unique world of accessibility, my daily life is built on problem-solving, empathy, and advocacy. These experiences give me the practical, real-world perspective…
Bruce Ackerman Candidate Statement
CANDIDATE STATEMENT Town Clerk Fairfax, California Bruce Ackerman Occupation: Engineer/Former Councilmember Education and Qualifications: I am running for the largely ceremonial position of elected Town Clerk. In the modern world, it is paid, professional members of staff who…