The Tiburon Peninsula Traffic Alliance (TPTA)—the team behind the Yellow Bus Challenge—is gearing up for the 2025–26 school year, and there’s lots of good news for Belvedere families. Del Mar Middle School routes have been updated with later morning departures and earlier afternoon returns – giving students more time in the morning and a quicker trip home. … Continued
The City of Belvedere is moving forward with an item in our Climate Action Plan — replacing one of our gas-powered Public Works trucks with a new electric vehicle – not only reducing our greenhouse gas emissions, but also saving the city thousands of dollars in gasoline. What are you going to do to make … Continued
Everyone in Belvedere knows Diana’s gift shop on The Boardwalk. But did you know that Diana Maureen, a Tiburon resident since fourth grade, is the woman behind the name? After 10 years working at the local Standard Five and Dime in high school, college, and after graduation, she opened her eponymous store on March 1, … Continued
California’s AB 417, known as the “Daylighting Law,” prohibits parking within 20 feet of any marked or unmarked crosswalk. The initiative aims to improve safety by keeping intersections clear of parked vehicles, enhancing visibility for both drivers and pedestrians. To help keep Belvedere walkers safe, on April 21, the Department of Public Works will begin … Continued
When Belvedere Police Sergeant Jeremy Clark heard the 9-1-1 report of an unconscious man on Beach Road, he sprang into action. Arriving on the scene before the EMTs, Sgt. Clark immediately administered CPR – saving the man’s life. In recognition of his rapid response to this emergency situation, Chief Jason Wu presented Sgt. Clark with … Continued
This spring, Sanitary District 5 will be overseeing the 2025 Sewer Improvement Project, which consists of the rehabilitation of approximately 3,583 linear feet of deteriorated sewer in Belvedere and Tiburon. The work in Belvedere will be conducted in portions of Britton Ave, Golden Gate Ave, Beach Road, Madrona Ave, Bella Vista Ave and Toyon Ave. … Continued
An overflow crowd of more than 115 residents from Belvedere and Tiburon attended last month’s Fire Preparation Forum. Every speaker – from Belvedere Police Chief Jason Wu to representatives from Tiburon Fire District and Marin County Office of Emergency Management -emphasized that the first critical step to prepare for any potential emergency is to register … Continued
Vivalon, formally Meals on Wheels, is a nonprofit organization that offers home-delivered meals, and provides transportation and programs for low-income seniors and people with disabilities. Mayor Jane Cooper recently volunteered with Vivalon, delivering meals and visiting homebound seniors on the Tiburon Peninsula. You can help by volunteering or referring older adults who could benefit from … Continued
At the September City Council meeting, City Manager Robert Zadnik reported that Belvedere had begun exploring the possibility of annexing into the Tiburon Fire Protection District (TPFD). A joint working group, including representatives of the city, TPFD, and the Marin County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) was formed. To facilitate the process, the group has … Continued
The Martha Property, 110 acres of land that sits majestically atop the Tiburon Peninsula, came nail-bitingly close to becoming a commercial development. But Jerry Riessen wasn’t going to let that happen – even if it took 35 years. Now, thanks to his unwavering dedication and inspiring leadership, this remarkable treasure has been saved as open … Continued
