Flood Control Planning Updates, Tentative Grant Approval for Memorial Park, Creekside Q, Message from the Police Department, Volunteer Opportunities

Flood Control Planning Updates

There are two opportunities coming up to hear more about flood control planning that is underway in the Ross Valley:

·         You are invited to hear an update on the flood control project planning that is underway, including the status of planning for a possible detention basin at Memorial Park.  The presentation will be held during the regular Town Council meeting of Tuesday, July 9, beginning at 7 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers.  There will be a presentation on the flood project planning, followed by time for the public to ask questions and give comments.

·         Join Supervisor Katie Rice and Flood Control District Staff to learn more about ongoing flood control efforts and detention basins.  The meeting will be held at Drake High School in the Student Union, 1327 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. on Saturday, July 13, from 10 a.m. to noon.  Copies of the 2011/12 Annual Report will be available at the meeting and are also available online at www.marinwatersheds.org.  

Tentative Grant Approval for Memorial Park

The Town has received notification of the tentative award of an $8.5 million grant from the Integrated Regional Water Management grant program for a flood control basin at Memorial Park.  Of the over 30 applicants, the Town placed third, with ten agencies receiving tentative grant notification.  Final notification on the grant is expected in August.  The grant application can be viewed at:

http://www.marinwatersheds.org/documents_and_reports/MemParkDB.html.

Creekside Q

Come join your friends, family and neighbors at the Creekside Q, on Thursday, June 27, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Creek Park.  Dinner will be provided by Insalata’s Restaurant and dessert provided by Sweet Cheeses.  The fun includes pie eating, as well as biscuit whistle and apple bobbing contests. 

The barbecue is a benefit for the San Anselmo Community Event Fund, which helps cover costs associated with producing the annual egg hunt, Country Fair Day, Picnics on the Plaza and Goblins’ Parade.  Tickets are $15/Adults and $5/kids (5 to 10 years).  Kids 4 and under are free.  Contact the Recreation Department at 258-4640 for additional information or to purchase tickets.

Message from the Police Department

The Police Department would like to encourage all residents and merchants to call them immediately when they see suspicious activity, so that officers can respond to the scene.  In many cases, people call several hours after an incident, or the next day, when the activity is no longer happening.  Calling right away can achieve better results!  The Police Department non-emergency number is 927-5150. 

Volunteer Board/Committee/ Commission Openings

The Town Council is seeking volunteers for the following positions:

Planning Commission – The Commission hears and determines applications for individual zoning changes, planned use developments, design reviews and such. In addition, it evaluates the General Plan and advises the Council, recommending implementing ordinances and broad changes in zoning.  The Commission consists of seven members with a range in skills and experience in construction, law, architecture, public relations and familiarity with various aspects of the San Anselmo community.  The Commission meets regularly on the first and third Mondays at 7 pm in the Town Hall Chambers and there is one seat available due to a resignation.

Quality of Life Commission – The Commission was established to promote sustainability by defining and enhancing opportunities for sustainable practices in San Anselmo, to secure a high quality of life for San Anselmo residents within the means of nature by simultaneously meeting environmental, economic and community needs.  The Commission consists of seven members and meets regularly on the third Monday in Historical Museum on the first floor of the Library.  There is one seat available.

Library Advisory Board – The Board is charged with considering, proposing and recommending guidelines with respect to programs and facilities to meet the library needs of the community, in conjunction with the Town Librarian.  The Board consists of seven members and meets on the third Thursday of every other month at 4:30 p.m. in the Library.  There is one seat available.

Flood Committee – The Flood Committee was established to serve as the Town’s expert representatives on flooding and storm water management issues, to become informed on the hydrologic conditions that affect flooding in San Anselmo, to evaluate possible solutions and to make recommendations to the Town Council. Applicants are recruited from professionals in the fields of engineering, hydrology, flood control and other areas of expertise that relate to the control of storm water. The committee meets on an as needed basis. Terms are for four years and there is one seat available.

For more information or an application, go to: http://www.townofsananselmo.org/index.aspx?nid=175 or contact Carla Kacmar at ckacmar@townofsananselmo.org or 258‐4691. Applications for these openings should be submitted by Friday, July 12, 2013.

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