June 3, 2022

Corte Madera-Larkspur July Fourth Celebration
 

Gun Buyback Saturday, June 4th 

Community Conversation on Short-Term Rentals - June 8th 

1.  Introduction/Setting the Stage
2. Status of Short-Term Rentals in Corte Madera
3. Policy options for regulating STR, with Marin examples
4. Survey of community priorities (real-time polling)
5. Discussion and survey of regulatory options (real-time polling)
6. Next steps

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT.....Watch the latest Mayor's Forum

The Town of Corte Madera’s Mayor's Forum with Mayor Fred Casissa and Town Manager Todd Cusimano takes place once a month, on the fourth Tuesday of every month at 5:30 PM via Zoom. The latest video recorded Mayor's Forum included guest speakers RJ Suokko, the Director of Public Works and the Maintenance Assistant Superintendent, Jamie King. to watch the video recording, click here or on the video below. To tune in to the June Mayor's forum, make sure to save the meeting information below. 

Zoom Meeting Link: https://tinyurl.com/yc64v25p    
Meeting ID: 879-5901-2023 

Dial In Options: 

• Call in using any of the following phone numbers: (408) 638-0968, (669) 900-6833
• One tap mobile: +16699006833,,87959012023# US (San Jose)  or +14086380968,,87959012023# US (San Jose)

Electric Vehicle Myths & Facts on Going EV

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• Myth #1: Electric vehicles are worse for the climate than gasoline cars because of the power plant emissions.
• Myth #2: Electric vehicles don’t have enough range to handle daily travel demands.
• Myth #3: Electric vehicles only come as sedans.
• Myth #4: There is nowhere to charge.
• Myth #5: Electric vehicles are worse for the climate than gasoline cars because of battery manufacturing.
• Myth #6: Electric vehicles are not as safe as comparable gasoline vehicles.

• While some studies show that making a typical EV can create more carbon pollution than making a gasoline car due to the additional energy required to manufacture their batteries, over the lifetime of the vehicle total greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions associated with manufacturing, charging, and driving an EV are typically lower than those associated with a gasoline car. That’s because EVs have zero tailpipe emissions and are responsible for significantly fewer GHG emissions during many years of operation.
• This is especially true for residents of California where our electricity is from 30% to 100% GHG-free sources.
• An exhaustive study by Ford and the University of Michigan further assesses the differences between sedan, SUV and pickup truck vehicle types also differentiating between internal combustion (ICE) Hybrid Electric (HEV) and Battery Electric (BEV) powertrain types.
• Fact-checking organization AFP researched some of the negative claims on social media surrounding EV vs. ICE vehicle emissions and found that, irrespective of electric energy source, EVs achieve lower life-cycle GHG emissions.
• Below is a graph from the EPA showing life-cycle GHG emissions for typical electric and gasoline-powered cars:

Dump the Pump! Visit goevmarin.org and pledge to go electric!
 

Upcoming Area Electric Vehicle Events



 

Mariner Cove Sidewalk Replacement Project- Starts Early June 2022

The Town of Corte Madera is pleased to announce that the Mariner Cove Sidewalk Replacement Project was recently awarded to FJ &I Engineering, and construction is anticipated to begin the first week of June 2022, through August 2022. The work will include concrete repairs such as sidewalk, driveway, and curb/gutter, tree removals, pedestrian and traffic control, drop inlet reconstruction, and other related work. 

The Mariner Cove Sidewalk Replacement project is the result of Strategy #4 of our Sidewalk Pilot Program, which offers grants to eligible property owners who would like assistance with their responsibility to maintain sidewalk areas and trees adjacent to their property in a safe condition. If you would like more information on the Sidewalk Pilot Program and its different strategies, please visit the following Town webpage.

If you have further questions regarding this project, please contact Associate Civil Engineer Demetre Copeland at (628) 253-1106 or dcopeland@tcmmail.org

Parks & Rec Master Plan Updates & More

 

Upcoming (in-person) June Events:

• Wednesday, June 8- Big Band Dance, Community Center
• Sundays, June 12, 19 & 26- Summer Concerts, Menke Park
• Friday, June 17 & Saturday, June 18- Family Dances. More details soon.

 

Big Band Dance,  June 8th 
The Ray Simpson Big Band Dances are back! Join us at the Community Center on the second Wednesday of the month. The Ray Simpson Band plays the music of the 30's, 40's, and 50's-from swing to jazz. Dances begin at 7:30 pm. Admission is $10 at the door and kids are free! Call our front desk at (415)927-5072 for more details. See you there!
 

 

 

Summer Concerts at Menke Park Return June 12
Sunday concerts are organized and sponsored by the Corte Madera Community Foundation.  Join us from 5-6:30pm at the Piccolo Pavilion, Menke Park. The full band lineup and details are available here.

 

 

Parks & Recreation Master Plan- Update
The Master Plan Sub-Committee of the Parks & Recreation Commission is currently drafting an Executive Summary on the project to present to the Parks and Recreation Commission for review.  The document will summarize community feedback gathered through surveys, workshops, public meetings, and ongoing projects and interests of the Town and Parks & Recreation Department. The summary will include recommendations on how to address current and long-term recreation needs (programming and facilities) for Corte Madera residents as outlined in the Town’s General Plan, Chapter 6: Parks and Recreation.
 
Potential facility improvement projects discussed during community engagement sessions such as field improvements, community pool, park restrooms, classroom/meeting space, event space, and park amenities will be included.
 
This Summer, the Sub-Committee will first present the Draft Executive Summary to the Parks and Recreation Commission for review and potentially recommend all or elements of the Summary to the Town Council for review and approval.
 
Following Council review and at their direction, individual projects may be researched more thoroughly and shared with the community for feedback.
 
Community Input on Potential Projects:

• For Example, a potential field improvement project would include multiple options from using natural to artificial material, research on pros and cons of options, drought considerations, environmental impacts, impact to immediate neighborhoods and schools, estimated budget, etc.

Important note: No decisions or approvals have been made on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.  The Executive Summary will be a synopsis of community feedback on programming and facility needs to address current and long-term recreation needs (programming and facilities) for Corte Madera residents.

 

Parks and Recreation Activity Guide
Summer Activity Guide is HERE!  Register today for activities and programs through August and save the date for events and Sunday concerts at Menke Park. 
 

  

In Case You Missed the Paradise Drive Complete Street Project - Virtual Workshop #4 

Lark Drive-In "Movies Under the Stars" 

• There is no Box Office on-site. All tickets are sold online.

"Lions Share" - Service Project to Aid Seniors- June 18th 

The Corte Madera Lions Club, in partnership with Age-Friendly Corte Madera will, once again, offer "Lions Share," a day dedicated to aid Corte Madera seniors with small household tasks. On Saturday, June 18, 2022 volunteers from the Corte Madera Lions Club will make free house calls to Corte Madera seniors to perform minor household chores and repairs. The seniors, aged 60 and older, must live in Corte Madera, supply their own materials, and be home on Saturday, June 18th.  No specific appointment times will be made.  

Corte Madera Seniors wishing to receive help on the Lions Share service day may contact Age-Friendly Corte Madera at 415-480-9758 and leave contact information, and a description of the task.  To learn more about Age-Friendly Corte Madera, please click here to be directed to their website.

Age-Friendly Intergenerational Center

The mission of the Age-Friendly Intergenerational Center (AFIC) is to enrich the lives of people of all ages through quality programs incorporating intergenerational and multi-generational participation. A primary goal of such activities is to provide social opportunities for the older adult to prevent isolation and promote healthy aging.

AFIC Vision
Older Adults: Reduce isolation and promote healthy aging, by providing social, fitness and lifelong learning opportunities.
Children: Gain a better understanding of the aging process and create lasting values and new relationships through intergenerational activities. 

The AFIC features programs in art, games, yoga,  literature, and technology.  Visit their website to learn more.  You can click here to subscribe to their weekly newsletter (and you can view current and previous newsletters with upcoming class information here).  

News and Updates from the County of Marin. 

• For daily status updates on the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), please visit the Health and Human Services Coronavirus page. 
• Spread the word: How your friends and family can receive these updates: Text "MARIN COVID" to 468311 to receive text message notifications or subscribe online to receive email notifications 

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