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Herb Weiner Celebration of Life on Sunday, September 22
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A 2015 photo of Herbie directing bus traffic in downtown Sausalito
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Please join the Sausalito community in saying goodbye to former Mayor Herbert A. "Herbie" Weiner (1941-2019) at a celebration of life in Gabrielson Park at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 22.
Gates to the park will open at 2:00 p.m. The event will begin promptly at 3:00 p.m. and will feature speakers from community organizations and federal, state, and local government. From 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., there will be a reception with light refreshments.
Seating will be available for 500 people. Many attendees are likely to be seen in Herbie's preferred outfit of jeans, Ray-Bans, and a black t-shirt.
Herbie's family has requested that donations in Herbie's name be directed to the following worthy organizations:
Any updates about the day's events will be published in the News section on the home page of the City of Sausalito website. Gabrielson Park is located adjacent to the ferry landing and the Sausalito Yacht Club in downtown Sausalito.
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Work at Site of February Mudflow to Begin on September 23
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Mudflow debris on Crescent Avenue
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Work at the site of the February 2019 mudflow in Hurricane Gulch will get underway on Monday, September 23.
Work crews from Resource Environmental, the contractor selected by the City to remove mudflow debris, will begin mobilization and site preparation on September 23. The preparation work will continue through the week. The crews will secure the perimeter of the debris field, establish the staging area, install fencing and barriers, move and stage equipment, and create access for debris removal that will begin in earnest the following week of September 30.
At the beginning of the debris removal project, the hours of operation will be 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday. As the project progresses, hours could be extended to 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. from Monday to Saturday.
On Friday, September 20, traffic signs will be posted along the debris hauling route. Trucks removing debris will travel to Highway 101 via 2nd Street and Alexander Avenue. The staging area will be located at the corner of Crescent Avenue and Main Street. "No Parking" signs will be posted at this intersection and extending approximately 30 feet up Crescent Avenue and down Main Street.
During the week of September 16, City staff and consultants from Harris & Associates met with representatives from the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to discuss the City's submission for state and federal assistance for the recovery effort. As part of the process, the City is working with Cal OES and FEMA to secure financial assistance for removing debris from private property. The City's project team also consulted with the two agencies on a strategy for developing and implementing winterization measures on the slope in preparation of the coming rainy season.
Any questions about the removal of mudflow debris may be directed to Project Manager Eric Vaughan at eric.vaughan@weareharris.com.
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Now Possible to Report a 9-1-1 Emergency with a Text Message
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Sausalito residents can now report 9-1-1 emergencies via text message. The service is provided by the Marin County Sheriff's Office, which manages dispatch for the Sausalito Police Department and Southern Marin Fire.
While voice calls to 9-1-1 are still the best way to report an emergency, sending a text message to 9-1-1 can be an option in the following situations:
- If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability
- If you cannot speak due to an injury or medical condition
- If you are in a threatening situation and a voice call could increase the threat
- If you cannot make a call because your mobile reception is poor
Just like 9-1-1 calls, texts should only be sent during actual emergencies. Any questions about text to 9-1-1 may be directed to the Sausalito Police Department at (415) 289-4170.
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Chili Cook-off at Robin Sweeny Park on September 21
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A scene from the Chili Cook-off in 2018
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The City of Sausalito will host its 41st Annual Chili Cook-off in Robin Sweeny Park on Saturday, September 21. The event features all the chili you can eat for $10, plus live music from Firewheel. Cook-off hours are 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with tasting starting at noon. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.
The 13 participating chili chefs will compete in three contest categories: Judge's Choice, People's Choice, and Best Booth. This year's theme is "The 60s." Keep an eye out for some amazing costumes and decorations. Jumpy houses for kids will also be set up in the park.
Any questions about the Chili Cook-off may be directed to the Parks and Recreation Department at (415) 289-4152 or jmyers@sausalito.gov.
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Volunteers Needed for Haunted House
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One of the rooms from last year's Haunted House
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Sausalito's annual Halloween Haunted House is planned, designed, and operated by volunteers. This year, Sausalito Parks and Recreation needs people to help design, build, staff, set up, and break down the Haunted House. If you are an adult or a high school student who enjoys being part of a fun and creative team, please consider joining us.
Volunteer opportunities for this year's Haunted House include:
- Set-up and take-down crew: If you are only available on Halloween and/or the day before, we need lots of help with setting up and taking down the Haunted House
- Actors: If you have acting ability, we have openings for actors inside the Haunted House
- Ushers: If you are an outgoing adult, we could use you as one of the ushers who brings groups through the Haunted House
- Construction and design team: If you have construction or design skills and are available in the weeks leading up to Halloween, we'd love your help building sets and special effects
To sign up as a volunteer or if you have any questions, please contact Parks and Recreation Director Mike Langford at mlangford@sausalito.gov or (415) 289-4126. Hours for the Haunted House on Thursday, October 31 will be 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. for the (lights on) child-friendly haunt and 6:15 to 8:00 p.m. for the full haunt.
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Upcoming City Council Meeting on September 24
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There will be a regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, September 24, 2019, with the open session beginning at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 420 Litho Street. The following agenda snapshot provides highlights only. For more information and additional items, please view the agenda and read the associated staff reports.
Special Presentations:
- 1A. Captain Bill Fraass Recognition Ceremony
- 1B. Management Academy Graduates
Consent Calendar:
Business Items:
- 7A. Update on Landside Improvements to the Sausalito Ferry Landing (Read the Staff Report)
- 7B. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement with M-Group Increasing the Budget for the General Plan Update to Cover Additional Costs for Work to be Performed by the Environmental Consultant (Read the Staff Report, Attachment 1- Draft Resolution, Attachment 2- Amendment #2 to Professional Services Agreement, Attachment 3- Memo from M-Group, Attachment 4- Amendment #1 to Professional Services Agreement, Attachment 5- Professional Services Agreement)
- 7C. Monthly General Plan Update Progress Report/Marinship Workshop Overview and General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) Considerations (Read the Staff Report, Attachment 1- GPU Monthly Update, Attachment 2- Marinship Workshop and GPAC Considerations)
- 7D. Landslide Task Force Update
- 7E. Consideration of Filling Councilmember Hoffman's Seat while She is on Active Military Duty (Read the Staff Report, Attachment 1- Letter from Tom Reilly, Attachment 2 - Tom Reilly Bio, Attachment 3- Tom Reilly Resume)
Did you know you can watch City Council meetings live via webcast? You can also watch video recordings of past meetings on the City website.
Council meetings are also broadcast live on television via Comcast Cable Channel 27 or AT&T Channel 99. If you miss the live broadcast, check the rebroadcast schedule.
The next regularly scheduled City Council meeting will be held on October 8, 2019, with the open session due to commence at approximately 7:00 p.m.
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Updates from Boards and Commissions
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Historic Preservation Commission. The role of the Historic Preservation Commission is to identify, preserve, and protect the historical assets of the City of Sausalito and to educate and engage the public on the importance of preservation.
Upcoming Meeting. The next meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission will be held on Thursday, September 26 at 6:00 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. At the meeting, the commission will be reviewing materials related to historic resource determinations for the following properties with current development applications:
- 556 Sausalito Boulevard
- 654 Sausalito Boulevard
- 253 Glen Drive
- 30 Atwood Avenue
The staff liaison to the Historic Preservation Commission is Senior Planner Calvin Chan. Any questions about the commission may be directed to cchan@sausalito.gov or (415) 289-4129. All meetings are open to the public, with time available for public comment.
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News from City Departments
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Public Works. On Monday, September 23, Caledonia Street will be closed to through traffic between Pine Street and Turney Street from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to allow the installation of the last of the major beams for the second floor window supports of the project at 101 Caledonia. Please drive safely while in the area.
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Administration. The Golden Gate National Recreation Area and the Federal Highway Administration have begun preventative maintenance of roads in the Marin Headlands. Please expect the following upcoming closures:
- Thursday, September 26 and Friday, September 27: Conzelman Road west of the roundabout will be closed.
- Monday, September 30 and Tuesday, October 1: McCullough Road and Conzelman Road east of the roundabout will be closed. The entire length of the Conzelman Road pullouts overlooking the north end of the Golden Gate Bridge will be closed and unavailable to pedestrians, bikes, and vehicles.
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Community Development. The City of Sausalito is seeking to fill an open seat on the Planning Commission. As one of five members on the commission, you would advise the City Council on matters related to planning applications and land use. If interested, please submit an application by September 30, 2019.
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Parks and Recreation. Want to dedicate a tree in Sausalito? Sausalito Beautiful needs your help to bring trees to MLK Park. Over $7,300 of the $15,000 goal has been raised so far. If that goal is reached, Sausalito Beautiful will contribute another $10,000 toward the project from its general fund and the City of Sausalito will add $25,000, for a total of $50,000. Donations are welcome in any amount, and donations at higher levels will be accompanied by acknowledgement on a plaque. A donation of $500 will allow you to dedicate a specific large tree and make a lasting impact.
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Library. The Friends of the Library Bookstore on the upper level of Sausalito City Hall will be holding a $1 book sale between now and October 30 on titles in the following categories: memoirs and adventures, science fiction, travel, writing, biography, self-help, psychology, health, beauty, exercise. Hours for the bookstore are Saturdays 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Mondays 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Wednesdays 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
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Things Happening in Our Community
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Ghost Fleet. Is your seafood caught with slave labor? The documentary film Ghost Fleet (2018, 90 minutes) follows a small group of activists who risk their lives on remote Indonesian islands to find justice and freedom for the enslaved fishermen who feed the world's insatiable appetite for seafood. A Q&A with the filmmakers will follow the screening of this groundbreaking film at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, September 20. The Spaulding Marine Center is located at 600 Gate 5 Road in Sausalito.
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Fire in Sausalito! Past and present Sausalito firefighters will share their reminiscences in this panel discussion presented by the Sausalito Historical Society. The panel will feature retired Chief Steve Bogel, current Fire Marshal Fred Hilliard, and former Sausalito firefighters. A portion of the program will also be dedicated to fire prevention in Sausalito. This program inside the Sausalito Library at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 20 coincides with a new exhibit on fires, firefighters, firehouses, and fire prevention in Sausalito in the Exhibit Room of the Sausalito Historical Society on the upper level of City Hall. A reception will follow the event.
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California Coastal Cleanup Day. Every year, California Coastal Cleanup Day welcomes more than 60,000 volunteers who will pick up hundreds of thousands of pounds of trash and recyclables from beaches, lakes, and waterways. This year's event takes place on Saturday, September 21. A Sausalito waterfront cleanup team will meet at 9:00 a.m. at the Bay Model at 2100 Bridgeway in the Marinship district. To register, please send email to Vicki Nichols of the Marin Conservation League at subvw1@gmail.com. All are welcome to participate. Bring a refillable water bottle, gloves, and a bucket for trash. The cleanup ends at noon and will be followed by a barbecue hosted by the Sausalito Lions Club.
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Chili Cook-off. The City of Sausalito will be hosting its 41st Annual Chili Cook-off in Robin Sweeny Park on Saturday, September 21. The event features all the chili you can eat for $10, plus live music from Firewheel. Jumpy houses for kids will also be set up in the park. Cook-off hours are 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with tasting starting at noon. Chili chefs will compete in three contest categories: Judge's Choice, People's Choice, and Best Booth. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.
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Susea Grant's Kula Anela Silver Jubilee 2019 Race. Everyone is welcome at the Travis Marina at Fort Baker from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 22 to see over 70 crews to compete in the annual outrigger canoe race. There will also be a raffle drawing, music, and dancing.
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Celebration of Life for Herb Weiner. Please join the Sausalito community in saying goodbye to former Mayor Herbert A. "Herbie" Weiner (1941-2019) at a celebration of life in Gabrielson Park at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 22. Gates to the park will open at 2:00 p.m. Seating will be available for 500 people. The event will begin promptly at 3:00 p.m. and will feature speakers from community organizations and federal, state, and local government. From 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., there will be a reception with light refreshments.
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Sausalito Writers' Circle. Looking for a supportive group to share your writing with? Ready to tackle that story, novel, or poem? Interested in providing feedback to others? Whether you're an aspiring writer, a seasoned veteran, or somewhere in between, come join us on Sunday, September 22 from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. Your host at this Sausalito Library program is Sausalito resident, published author, and experienced workshop facilitator Cindy Knoebel. If interested in attending, please join our Meetup group and RSVP. The Writers' Circle typically meets twice per month.
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Art Reception. From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 22, the Sausalito Library will host an opening reception in honor of a new exhibit of oil paintings and watercolors by Susan Sternau. All are welcome. In her oil paintings, Susan strives to create a strong sense of place and to communicate her response to the beauty of California's landscapes and wildlife, achieving an impressionistic blend of color and lively surface texture. Her watercolors feature local landscapes, flowers, still life, and travel scenes. Her work is currently represented by Studio 333 in Sausalito. More about Susan can be found on her website, susansternau.com.
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Coloring and Doodling Party for Adults. Come relax and join the coloring party on Tuesday, September 24 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the Edgewater Room of City Hall. We provide a stress-free atmosphere, soothing music, and delicious refreshments so you can unleash your imagination. The Sausalito Library provides all coloring supplies, and we can help you make bookmarks and buttons from your artwork. Seating is limited for this free program. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Rebecca Burgan at rburgan@sausalito.gov.
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Julia Morgan Tour. The clubhouse of the Sausalito Woman's Club, the crowning jewel of architect Julia Morgan's work in Marin, sits atop a steep lot overlooking the San Francisco Bay at 120 Central Avenue. This historical landmark is now open to the public for tours by appointment. Upcoming tours are available on Wednesday, September 25 and Sunday, October 20. To arrange a tour, please send email to swcps94965@gmail.com.
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Introduction to Photos on the Mac. Join Mac expert Jon Hartman in the Edgewater Room of Sausalito City Hall at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, September 26 to learn how to get your photos and videos organized, along with best practices for sharing and printing. You'll also learn tools, tips, and tricks to help you get the most out of Photos. Jon Hartman is a computer consultant who also teaches classes at the libraries in Mill Valley and Tiburon.
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Fall to Winter Vegetable Gardening. Careful planning is an essential part of the fall-winter vegetable garden. This class in the City Hall Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 26 will answer your questions as to how and when to harvest summer crops, how to prepare the soil for planting either seeds or starts for your fall-winter garden, and using seed trays for starting seeds while your garden is still at full bloom. Critical to this process is understanding what varieties of vegetables do well in the winter, what varieties can be started early, and what varieties must be planted by seed in the garden bed after the summer harvest. Presenter Joe Jennings has been a Marin Master Gardener since 2012.
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Bogart and Bacall: A True Love Hollywood Romance. Lauren Bacall was only 19 when she and Humphrey Bogart fell in love on the set of To Have and Have Not. He was fresh from his success with Casablanca and already on his fourth marriage… but this was Hollywood. Soon they were married, and their romance lasted until Bogie's death in 1957. Join KALW film critic Peter Robinson on Friday, September 27 at 7:00 p.m. inside the Sausalito Library for a look at their time together and their classic noir films of the 1940s.
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Sausalito Film Festival. Now in its 11th year, the Sausalito Film Festival returns to Cavallo Point on Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29 with three provocative documentary films: Human Nature, The Summer of Love, and When Lions Become Lambs. All screenings include a beer, wine, and appetizer reception. Visit sausalitofilmfestival.com for tickets, times, and more information.
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The Bolinas-Fairfax Road: The History of One of Marin's Most Scenic Roads. Join local author and historian Brian Crawford inside the Sausalito Library at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 4 for a richly illustrated presentation on the history of the Bolinas-Fairfax Road. The scenic road has a long and fascinating history intimately tied to the history of Marin County. As a stage-coach line, operated by a series of remarkable characters, it provided a crucial transportation link across the county. The road was rerouted many times as dams and reservoirs were built. It was also the scene of runaway coaches, landslides, bridge collapses, forest fires, earthquakes, overturns, encounters with bears and enraged stags, and one bizarre holdup.
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Turandot. The Sausalito Library's Met Opera Preview series for 2019-20 begins on Tuesday, October 8 at 7:00 p.m. in the Edgewater Room of City Hall with a preview of the upcoming Metropolitan Opera performance of Turandot by Giacomo Puccini. Guest host David Marshall will present background information about the opera and composer, followed by a plot synopsis that includes a selection of audio and video clips from past performances. David's preview takes place on the Tuesday before the Saturday morning Live in HD simulcast from the Met. All are welcome.
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Understanding Your Medicare. Are you or a family member new to Medicare? Do you have questions about your specific rights and health care options? Please join us on Thursday, October 10 at 2:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers for this HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program) seminar that offers free and unbiased information about people's Medicare benefits. The seminar will discuss Part A, Part B, Part D, Medicare Supplement Plans, and Medicare Part C, or Advantage Plans. HICAP is the only agency approved by the California Department of Aging to offer these vital programs. HICAP does not sell insurance.
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Scandals and Mysteries in Hollywood History, Part II. Jan Wahl will return to the Sausalito Library at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 11 with more juicy stories about Hollywood's greatest stars, including Hedy Lamarr, Sophia Loren, Kirk Douglas, and Burt Lancaster. Each story will be accompanied by a movie clip. Jan Wahl is San Francisco's favorite movie reviewer and film historian. You can find her on the radio at KCBS All News 106.9-FM and 740-AM. Jan also teaches at Dominican University, makes regular speaking appearances, and emcees at local events.
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Concert for Kids and Tot Art in the Park. Presented by Sausalito Parks and Recreation and sponsored by the Sausalito Lions Club, these monthly children's entertainment events in Robin Sweeny Park are held on the second Saturday of the month from July through October. The performer on Saturday, October 12 is Chloe Jarvis. Music starts at 10:30 a.m. Bring a blanket to sit on the lawn! The art project for children 5 and under starts at 11:15 a.m. Parks and Recreation will provide tables, chairs, and art supplies.
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Sausalito Wine Experience. The Third Annual Sausalito Wine Experience will be held at the Mansion at the Casa Madrona from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 13. This unique wine-tasting event will take place in the spectacular Alexandrite Suite overlooking the San Francisco Bay. Guests will enjoy panoramic views and the finest vintages from 13 extraordinary and iconic California wineries. Tickets to the wine tasting are $195 each. Attendees are also encouraged to purchase tickets for the post-event Vintners' Table dinner. All proceeds will benefit the Sausalito Sister Cities organization and its three educational and cultural exchange programs. The Casa Madrona Hotel and Spa is located at 801 Bridgeway in downtown Sausalito.
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Procraftinators: Crafting for Adults. The Procraftinators crafting meet-up for adults is the perfect place to bring whatever unfinished object, craft project, or hobby you are working on. The Sausalito Library invites you to the Edgewater Room from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15 to complete that knitting, embroidery, or jewelry project while socializing with others for encouragement and inspiration. Bring your own supplies, trade with others, or come to learn a new craft. Free of charge. Open to all experience levels. Drop in any time between 4:00 and 6:00 p.m.
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Love in the Time of Chronic Illness. When illness enters our lives, it has a profound impact on not just the patient and family caregiver separately, but on the connection between them. And that connection can be a source of support, or depletion, for the partners. In this Sausalito Library program in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 17, presenter Barbara Kivowitz, MSW, will describe the ways illness affects the patient/caregiver relationship and suggest approaches to use to strengthen the resilience needed to cope with the challenges of illness. Barbara's latest book, Love in the Time of Chronic Illness, was published by Rare Bird Books in 2018.
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