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Councilmember Jill Hoffman Called to Active Duty with U.S. Navy
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The Sausalito City Council, Councilmember Jill Hoffman at right
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Councilmember and U.S. Navy Reserve Captain Jill Hoffman has been called to active duty with the United States Navy, effective September 27, 2019. The deployment will require her to temporarily vacate her seat on the City Council. Jill is expected to return by July 31, 2020, but her deployment could be shortened or extended by the Navy.
United States and California state law dictate that, in instances where a member of a legislative body is called to active military service, the member's seat will not be considered permanently vacant, and the legislative body has the option of appointing an interim member. In announcing her call to active duty at the City Council meeting on September 10, Jill requested that the Council appoint Tom Reilly, formerly of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, to serve in her absence.
Jill has been on the City Council since 2014 and was reelected to a second four-year term in November 2018. A practicing attorney, Jill joined the U.S. Navy Judge Advocate General's Corps upon graduation from law school in 1989. Jill served in the Navy for seven years, with tours in the Bay Area and Italy. Since completing active duty, she has continued her service as a captain in the Navy Reserve.
"I am deeply moved by Jill's service to our country and the sacrifice she is making to be away from home and family for an extended time, possibly in harm's way," said Sausalito Mayor Joe Burns. "I wish her all the best and look forward to her return to the Council."
Jill's last City Council meeting before her deployment will be September 24, 2019.
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More Than 140 People Attend Marinship Workshop
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Workshop participants listen to a presentation on sea level rise and the Marinship
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One of the tables during the small-group exercise
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Participants listen to a spokesperson present his table's vision statements for the Marinship
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A participant places a blue dot to show support for a vision statement
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More than 140 Sausalito residents, workers, and business and property owners attended a Marinship Workshop at the Spinnaker Restaurant on Saturday, September 7. The goal of the workshop was to collect community feedback on the future of the Marinship district as part of the General Plan Update currently underway in Sausalito. For those who were unable to attend, a video recording of the workshop is available on the City of Sausalito YouTube channel.
The workshop began with an hour of presentations on the following subjects:
- The General Plan Update process and how the Marinship fits into the General Plan
- Sea level rise and its projected impact on the Marinship
- The history of the Marinship
- Economic conditions and considerations in the Marinship
- The "character" of the Marinship, including current uses like the maritime industry, artist studios, and applied technology
The second hour of the workshop was dedicated to a small-group exercise. Participants at each of 14 tables were invited to create a group list of priorities or "vision statements" related to the future of the Marinship.
In the third hour, a spokesperson from each table presented its list of vision statements. Afterwards, all the lists were posted on the walls of the meeting room. Each workshop participant was then given five blue-dot stickers and asked to put dots on the vision statements of greatest importance. Participants could put all five dots on one statement, one dot each on five different statements, or any combination.
Visit the Marinship Workshop page on the General Plan Update website for more data gathered on September 7, including a map showing the homes and workplaces of participants, tabulated results from the blue-dot exercise, and results from a questionnaire given to each participant.
M-Group, the consulting team assisting the City with the General Plan Update process, will report its findings from the workshop to the General Plan Advisory Committee at a meeting in the City Hall Council Chambers at 6:30 p.m. on September 17. The Marinship Workshop and next steps will also be on the agenda of an upcoming meeting of the City Council.
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Sausalito Presents Anchorage Enforcement Update to Bay Commission
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Richardson's Bay as seen from a boat in the channel, Sausalito waters at right
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On Thursday, September 12, a delegation from the City of Sausalito led by Councilmember Joan Cox presented an update on the City's Waterfront Management Plan to the Enforcement Committee of the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC).
BCDC has asked the City of Sausalito and the Richardson's Bay Regional Agency (RBRA) to demonstrate progress in reducing the number of illegally moored vessels in Richardson's Bay due to their harm to bay ecology. If the City and RBRA fail to demonstrate progress to BCDC, they could each be subject to increasingly steep fines. The RBRA, which is responsible for the areas of Richardson's Bay outside of Sausalito waters, also made a presentation to the Enforcement Committee on September 12.
The City of Sausalito's presentation to the committee reviewed the City's Waterfront Management Plan, which prioritizes the following actions with respect to vessels in Sausalito waters:
- Removal of marine debris vessels and illegal mooring balls
- Removal of unoccupied vessels used as storage
- Citation of unregistered vessels and removal of vessels when registration is expired by more than one year
- Removal of vessels occupied by persons who are a danger to themselves or others
- Enforcement of Sausalito's 72-hour ordinance with respect to any new occupied boats entering our waters
The City's efforts have thus far succeeded in reducing the number of vessels on Sausalito waters from 77 in December 2017 to 18 in August 2019. At this time, the City is not taking any action with regard to occupied boats that were anchored in Sausalito waters prior to November 2018.
In its report, the City also discussed a Safe Harbor Program that is currently in development to help mariners in precarious circumstances move from the anchorage to a slip in a local marina. The program is a collaboration with Ritter Center of San Rafael. The City is currently seeking grant funding for the program beyond $25,000 in seed money that has been allocated from the City's Tidelands Fund, which consists of revenues from City waterfront properties like the Sausalito Yacht Club and the Spinnaker Restaurant.
In comments following the report, the members of the BCDC Enforcement Committee commended Sausalito for its efforts and asked the City to return with another update in six months. The committee also encouraged RBRA to follow Sausalito's lead in enforcement efforts on its waters. At this time, there are approximately 200 boats in RBRA waters.
An audio recording of the meeting is available on the BCDC website, with the presentation from Sausalito beginning at 1:09:00.
Any questions or comments about the Waterfront Management Plan may be directed to Captain Bill Fraass at bfraass@sausalito.gov or (415) 289-4170.
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City Council Approves 3-Year Contract with Employee Union
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Sausalito City Hall
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At its meeting on September 10, the City Council unanimously approved a new three-year contract with Local 1021 of the Service Employees International Union, which represents 29 full-time employees who work for the City of Sausalito. Negotiations on the new contract began in May 2019 and were ratified by the union on August 21.
The agreement covers the period from July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2022. Changes to the Memorandum of Understanding between SEIU and the City of Sausalito include:
- 2.5% cost-of-living increase for each employee for each year of the contract, with the first year's increase to take effect on August 28, 2019
- Non-pensionable signing bonus of $418 per employee to compensate for the period July 1 to August 28, 2019, when there was no contract
- 1% of salary contribution towards each employee's deferred compensation plan
- 5% cap on increases to City contributions towards medical premiums
- Hard cap of 240 hours of vacation accruals, effective January 1, 2020
By a 4-1 vote, the Council also approved a resolution applying substantially similar terms to 22 management and non-management "confidential" employees.
The new labor agreements are estimated to cost the City approximately $198,100 for fiscal year 2019-20 and $799,500 over three years. The 2019-20 increase will be covered by a projected $988,188 surplus in the City's general fund. Years two and three of the agreements will be factored into the City's next two-year budget. A separate agreement with the union representing Sausalito's police officers has yet to be completed and will result in additional costs.
Any questions about the labor agreements may be directed to Yulia Carter, Assistant City Manager and Administrative Services Director, at ycarter@sausalito.gov or (415) 289-4105.
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Remembering Oonagh Kavanagh
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Oonagh Kavanagh
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Oonagh Kavanagh passed away in Fethard-on-Sea, Ireland, on August 29 after an extended illness. Perhaps best known in Sausalito for her tenure as CEO of the Chamber of Commerce, Oonagh was renowned for her charm, contagious spirit, and quick wit.
Oonagh served as CEO of the Chamber of Commerce from 2007 until 2016. As CEO, she was known as a tireless advocate for making Sausalito a better place to live, work, and play, as well as a leader unafraid of tackling tough political issues. Among her many accomplishments was the founding of the Sausalito Gingerbread House Tour, now in its thirteenth year. In recognition of her contributions to Sausalito, Oonagh was awarded Business Citizen of the Year at the 2016 Spirit of Marin Awards.
Oonagh was a long-term member of the Sausalito Woman's Club and served on its board of directors. A talented and professionally trained thespian, Oonagh also acted, directed, and produced community theatre in Sausalito, Mill Valley, and Ross, and was a founding member of the Sausalito Film Series.
Oonagh is survived by her husband Peter, two brothers, four sisters, and a large extended family. A funeral service was held in Dublin on September 7.
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PG&E Power Shutoff Alerts for Non-Account Holders
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If you are already a PG&E account holder and your contact information is up to date, PG&E will automatically notify you of an impending Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) during wildfire season.
For tenants and other individuals who are not the PG&E account holder for their homes, the company is now offering PSPS ZIP Code Alerts for non-account holders. The service is also useful for those who would like to receive alerts about their workplace or the residence of a friend or family member.
Here's how it works:
- Alerts are sent out according to ZIP code
- PG&E will attempt to call you 48 hours, 24 hours, and just before power is shut off in all or part of the ZIP code or codes you select
- The message tells you how to get additional information about the possible outage, as well as how to determine if your specific address is expected to be impacted
To enroll in the service, please call 1-877-900-0743 and follow the automated instructions. PG&E also plans to soon make it possible to enroll by text message or email.
If you are a PG&E account holder, sign in to your account or call 1-866-743-6589 to update your contact information.
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New Custodian Joins City Staff
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Custodian Brian Lilgreen
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Brian Lilgreen is the City of Sausalito's newest full-time employee, joining the City staff in August 2019. As a custodian, Brian's responsibilities include cleaning and maintenance at Sausalito City Hall.
Brian is a familiar face in Sausalito. He has worked part time for the Parks and Recreation Department since June 2017 and has also been employed as a shelver for the Sausalito Library. He makes his home on Richardson Bay in a 32' sailboat that features an electric motor and solar panels.
In addition to previous experience as a custodian, Brian has worked as a carpenter and was once employed by a brewery.
Brian is an avid sailor and cyclist. He has sailed throughout the San Juan Islands in Washington and parts of the Inside Passage as far north as Juneau, Alaska. His cycling adventures have taken him from Canada to California.
Brian says he's looking forward to working for the City of Sausalito for many more years.
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Recap of City Council Meeting on September 10
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A regular meeting of the Sausalito City Council was held on Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The following, in red italics, is a brief summary of actions taken at the meeting. For late mail, please view the meeting agenda.
Special Presentations:
Consent Calendar: Watch the recording of this portion of the meeting
- 5A. Adopt a Resolution Approving the Second Amendment to the Lease of Premises by and Between the City of Sausalito and Gene Hiller, Inc. (Read the Staff Report, Attachment 1- Resolution)
Adopted the Resolution.
Adopted the Resolution.
Adopted the Resolution.
Accepted the Project as Complete.
Accepted the Project as Complete.
Approved the Purchases.
Authorized the City Manager to Execute the Contract with Ross Recreation.
Approved the Purchase of a Replacement Police Patrol Vehicle.
Adopted the Resolution.
Received and Filed the Update.
Received and Filed the Report.
Approved the Response.
Business Items:
Approved the Memorandum of Understanding Between the City and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1021 and Approved the Compensation and Benefit Plan for Management and Confidential Non-represented Employees. Watch the recording of this portion of the meeting
- 6B. Adopt a Resolution Continuing the Declaration of a Local Emergency Related to Storm Activity and Landslides and Accept the Information Report and Status Update Regarding Award of the Debris Removal Project - Sausalito Boulevard to Crescent Avenue (Read the Staff Report, Attachment 1- Presentation)
Adopted the Resolution. Watch the recording of this portion of the meeting
Approved Staff Recommendations with Regard to Insurance for the Safe Harbor Program; Approved the Presentation to the Bay Conservation and Development Commission with Changes Recommended by the Council. Watch the recording of this portion of the meeting
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 September 24, 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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Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee. The role of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee is to provide the City Council with recommendations on bicycle and pedestrian circulation in the community.
Previous meeting. The Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee held a regular meeting on Monday, July 15 in the City Hall Council Chambers. Standing agenda items included the General Plan Update, safe routes to school, and traffic congestion.
Upcoming meeting. The next meeting of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, September 16 in the City Hall Council Chambers. In addition to standing agenda items, the committee members will review project priorities and a proposed letter to the City Council and City Manager about enforcement of the parking red zone between Princess Street and El Portal.
All meetings of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee are open to the public and are also live streamed and video recorded. The staff liaisons are Chief of Police John Rohrbacher and Director of Public Works Kevin McGowan. The Council liaison is Joe Burns. Bjorn Griepenburg serves as the liaison of the Marin County Bicycle Coalition. Questions, comments, and project ideas may be directed to pbac@sausalito.gov.
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General Plan Advisory Committee. The mission of the General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) is to facilitate the update of the 1995 Sausalito General Plan in concert with City staff, consultants, and the public.
Previous meeting. The General Plan Advisory Committee met on Tuesday, September 3. Topics on the agenda included the Marinship Economic Analysis and the Marinship Workshop on September 7. Watch the video recording of the meeting
Upcoming meeting. The General Plan Advisory Committee will meet on Tuesday, September 17 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. At the meeting, the committee will review the Marinship Workshop that was held on September 7 and discuss the recommendation of a Marinship vision to the City Council. For the full agenda packet, visit the General Plan Advisory Committee meetings and agendas page.
Questions about the General Plan Advisory Committee or the General Plan Update may be directed to the Community Development Department at (415) 289-4128.
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Planning Commission. The role of the Planning Commission is to review applications for design review and land use entitlements, as set forth in planning and zoning laws of the City and the state, and perform other such duties as specified in the Sausalito Municipal Code.
Previous meeting. A hearing of the Planning Commission was held on September 4. The following actions were taken at the hearing:
- Approved an encroachment agreement and reasonable accommodation for accessibility improvements at 224 Bulkley Avenue
- Approved with conditions a request for modification to a previously approved design review permit for 61 Wolfback Ridge Road
- Approved a tree removal permit to remove a protected tree located adjacent to the parking deck at 134 Edwards Avenue
- Approved with conditions a tree removal permit for the removal of three alder trees located in the rear parking lot of 107 Caledonia Street
- Approved with conditions a tree removal permit for the removal of six coast live oak trees, including two trees located in the rear yard of 596 Sausalito Boulevard, one tree located in the rear yard of 600 Sausalito Boulevard, and three trees located in the side yard of 608 Sausalito Boulevard
- Approved with conditions the modification of a design review permit at 70 George Lane
Watch the video recording of the September 4 meeting
Upcoming meeting. There will be a regular meeting of the Planning Commission in the Council Chambers of City Hall at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 18. The following items are on the agenda:
- Consideration of a design review permit and encroachment agreement to remodel the existing duplex at 519 Caledonia Street, construct a 482 square-foot addition plus a detached two-car garage at 519 Caledonia Street, and construct a new driveway off of Napa Street for the benefit of the existing residence at 403 Napa Street
- Consideration of the schematic tree master plan for the redevelopment of MLK Park, as requested by the Parks and Recreation Commission
All Planning Commission meetings are open to the public and are also live streamed and video recorded. If you have any questions about the Planning Commission or an item under consideration, please contact the Community Development Department at (415) 289-4128. The department's public counter in City Hall is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to noon.
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Parks and Recreation Commission. The seven-member Parks and Recreation Commission advises the City Council on the activities of the Parks and Recreation Department, on planning and policy matters related to City of Sausalito parks and recreation areas, and on the management of public art in Sausalito.
Previous meeting. At its meeting on July 17, the commission approved two high-impact special events and completed the white paper of goals and objectives that was requested by Mayor Joe Burns. The commission did not meet in August.
Upcoming meeting. The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet on Wednesday, September 18 at 6:30 p.m. in Edgewater Room on the lower level of City Hall. Topics on the agenda include an update on park improvement projects, the consideration of a high-impact special event permit from the Ragnar Relay to pass through Sausalito and use MLK Park as a relay station, a review of findings from the recently completed survey on Jazz and Blues by the Bay, and discussion on establishing procedures for public art.
The staff liaison for the Parks and Recreation Commission is Parks and Recreation Director Mike Langford. The City Council liaison is Mayor Joe Burns. Any questions about the Parks and Recreation Commission may be directed to mlangford@sausalito.gov or (415) 289-4126. All meetings of the Parks and Recreation Commission are open to the public, with time available for public comment.
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Business Advisory Committee. The Business Advisory Committee is a standing subcommittee of the Sausalito City Council. Its nine members are tasked with evaluating the economy of the City of Sausalito, identifying actions to promote the economic health of the business community, and performing other duties as requested by the City Council.
Previous Meeting. The Business Advisory Committee met on August 15. At the meeting, committee members received an update on the implementation of the business license tax ordinance passed by voters in November 2018, a report from committee representatives on the Economic Development Subcommittee, and a report on the General Plan Update process.
Upcoming Meeting. The next meeting of the Business Advisory Committee will be held on Thursday, September 19 at 8:00 a.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. Topics on the agenda include a report on the General Plan Update, results from the Marinship Workshop held on September 7, a discussion of the Marinship Feasibility of Regulatory Alternatives Report, and an update on the economic development program.
Any questions about the Business Advisory Committee may be directed to Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services Director Yulia Carter at ycarter@sausalito.gov or Management Analyst Amy Turner at aturner@sausalito.gov. All meetings of the Business Advisory Committee are open to the public, with time available for public comment.
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Hospitality Business Development Committee. The role of the Hospitality Business Development Committee (HBDC) is to promote the hospitality and tourism industry in Sausalito and make recommendations to the City Council. Membership of the committee consists of two representatives from the hotel industry, two representatives from the restaurant industry, and two representatives from the Chamber of Commerce.
Previous Meetings. The Hospitality Business Development Committee met on Wednesday, August 7. At the meeting, the committee discussed the development of a strategic marketing plan for Sausalito to drive incremental revenue to all Sausalito businesses by attracting high-value, low-impact visitors during the off-peak season and mid-week, Monday through Thursday. The committee also held a Joint Meeting with the Business Advisory Committee on August 15. That meeting featured an update on the City's economic development program, an update on the request for proposals (RFP) for a land economics study of businesses in Sausalito, and a discussion of short-term economic development initiatives.
Upcoming meeting. The next meeting of the Hospitality Business Development Committee will be held on Thursday, September 19 at 10:00 a.m. in the City Hall Conference Room. Topics on the agenda include an update on the economic development program and a report on short-term economic development projects and RFPs.
Any questions about the Hospitality Business Development Committee may be directed to Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services Director Yulia Carter at ycarter@sausalito.gov. All meetings of the Hospitality Business Development Committee are open to the public, with time available at the meeting for public comment.
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News from City Departments
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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 $6,500 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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Administration. If you are planning a hike in the Marin Headlands on Saturday, September 14, be advised that the Headlands Hundred ultra-distance race will be held that day. Runners will be competing at 100-mile, 75-mile, 50-mile, and triple-marathon distances on a 25-mile loop that includes the Rodeo Valley Trail and the SCA Trail. Start times begin at 7:00 a.m.
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Southern Marin Fire. Sausalito residents are encouraged to subscribe to the new and improved Southern Marin Fire Protection District e-newsletter, featuring fire prevention updates, incident reports, district news, and event listings.
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Parks and Recreation. Registration for fall programs from Sausalito Parks and Recreation is now available via the City's online registration system. To get started, visit the login page and create an account. A temporary password will be emailed to you, at which point you can log in and set a new password. Registration options may be found in the "Start Here" section. Any questions about programs and classes from Parks and Recreation may be directed to (415) 289-4152 or jmyers@sausalito.gov.
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Things Happening in Our Community
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The Art of Dying Well. You can thrive in later life, adapt successfully to change, get the best from our fragmented health care system, and make your own "good death" more likely. On Friday, September 13 at 7:00 p.m. inside the Sausalito Library, bestselling Mill Valley author Katy Butler will discuss The Art of Dying Well, her new handbook of step by step preparations — practical, communal, physical, and spiritual — designed to help you make the most of your remaining time, be it months, years, or decades. Katy's first book, Knocking on Heaven's Door, was a New York Times bestseller and Notable Book of the Year. Katy is a former reporter for the San Francisco Chronicle and a one-time Sausalito houseboat resident. This program is co-sponsored by Sausalito Village.
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Caregiver Support Group. Are you or someone you know caring for a loved one who is suffering from cognitive impairment? Consider joining the Sausalito-based Caregiver Support Group, led by facilitators affiliated with the Alzheimer's Association of Northern California. The next monthly meeting will be held on Saturday, September 14 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. in the Rotary Village Community Room at 701 Coloma Street in Sausalito. The group offers caregivers the ability to exchange information, talk through challenges and ways of coping, and share feelings and frustrations. Participants and their situations are assured complete confidentiality. For additional information, please send email to caregivermarin@gmail.com.
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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, September 14 is James K. 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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Floating Homes Tour. After a one-year hiatus, Sausalito's colorful floating homes community will once again present an open homes tour. The event will take place on Saturday, September 14. A dozen homes will be open between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., ranging in styles from funky to palatial. This year the community's newest addition, Van Damme Dock, will be featured, as will two new homes on Liberty Dock. Most will be docented by the homeowners, who will be happy to answer questions about their unique waterfront lifestyle. Prepaid registration is highly recommended. Advance tickets are $50 per person. On the day of the tour, tickets will be $55 apiece. Volunteer opportunities are also available. Volunteers work a half-day shift and may take the tour for free; prior experience is not necessary.
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Memorial Reception for Norman Wohlschlaeger. Norman Clifford Wohlschlaeger passed away on July 20, 2019. A Sausalito resident for more than 50 years, Norm served as the City's public works director from 1963 until his retirement in 1989. Norm is survived by his wife Gloria, children Pam and Dave, and grandchildren Marisa, Luke, Shane, and Gina. A memorial reception will be held at the Spinnaker Restaurant from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 15. There will be a presentation at 3:30 p.m.
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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 Sunday, September 15 and Wednesday, September 25. To arrange a tour, please send email to swcps94965@gmail.com.
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The Coast Miwok. Everyone is invited to the Edgewater Room in Sausalito City Hall at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 17 for an hour of local history and refreshments hosted by Lucina Vidauri, who traces her lineage back to the Coast Miwok people who lived in Sausalito and Marin for centuries. The event will feature guest speakers, historical photos, Miwok artifacts, and a visit from descendants of Camillo Ynitia, the last headman of the Miwok community living at Olompali.
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Hurricane Diane. Sausalito Players opens its 42nd season of Reader's Theater with a performance of Hurricane Diane by Madeleine George at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 18. Come see what happens when the gender-fluid Olympian God of Agriculture, Wine, and Song returns to save us from ourselves and begins by recruiting four delightful women on a cul-de-sac in New Jersey. The production stars Elin Hyytein, Marge MacLaury, Cheryl Popp, Mollie Squires, and Laurie Wright. Actors will read from the script while performing on stage. This provides a unique opportunity for directors, producers, and the stage crew to participate in live theater with minimum rehearsals and without having to memorize lines. Admission is free at the Sausalito Woman's Club, 120 Central Avenue in Sausalito.
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Southwestern Indian Pottery. The pottery of the American Indians of the Southwest is a major art form and a 2,000-year puzzle. The puzzle is how an art can be hidebound in ancient tradition and at the same time vital enough to offer new surprises every day. Join Allan Hayes in the City Hall Council Chambers on Thursday, September 19 at 7:00 p.m. for a fascinating photographic journey through the pottery of the Acoma, Hopi, Zuni, and other tribes, followed by lots of time for questions. Allan Hayes is the author of Southwestern Pottery, Anasazi to Zuni, now in a second edition, and Collections of Southwestern Pottery.
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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, firemen, 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. Wristbands may be purchased on the day of the event or using the online registration tool from Sausalito Parks and Recreation. 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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Celebration of Life for Herbert Weiner. The life of former Sausalito Mayor Herbert A. "Herbie" Weiner will be celebrated in a special event at Gabrielson Park at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 22. Herbie resided in Sausalito for his last 40 years and made an indelible mark on our town. For many years, he was the prominent owner of the Sausalito Shell Station and Car Wash at 2901 Bridgeway. He served on the City Council from 2006 to 2017 and was mayor in 2011 and 2013. Herbie is survived by his brother Robert Weiner, sister Wendy Mack, niece Julie Gross, nephews Darren Weiner and Keith Weiner, and great nephews Eli Gross and Alexander Weiner. He is also survived by Enzo, his beloved dog.
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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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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. The 2019 Sausalito Film Festival will take place at Cavallo Point on Saturday, September 28 and Sunday, September 29. This year, three documentary films will be shown: Human Nature, Summer of Love, and When Lambs Become Lions. Information on films, showtimes, and receptions may be found at sausalitofilmfestival.com.
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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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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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