Did you know e-bike riders between 10 and 15 years old are five times more likely to be seriously injured than older riders? That’s why Marin County jurisdictions passed a new E-Bike Law that makes Class 2 throttle e-bikes off-limits to those under 16, and requires riders of all ages to wear helmets. This law … Continued
Over the past two years, the Belvedere Police Department has faced several staffing setbacks, which have challenged its existing staffing and coverage model. Although Belvedere has six active officers in the budget — Chief Jason Wu plus five duty officers — due to a long-term disability leave, there are only four duty officers currently available. … Continued
Under the leadership of Chair Charlie Harrington, the Parks, Open Spaces and Lanes Committee (POSLC) is following its mission. At their June 12 meeting, the Committee was updated on the progress of creating a database that identifies all lanes and assesses their condition, value for evacuation and safety, and other benefits for the community. They … Continued
The City’s Housing Element has been updated in response to the California Department of Housing & Community Development’s (HCD) January 14 comment letter. A redlined version of the document, with edits in yellow, is on the city’s website. HCD has indicated their informal approval of the proposed revisions, signaling that the changes address all remaining … Continued
On Monday, City Council adopted an ordinance restricting the age of Class 2 e-bike riders to 16 and older and requiring all Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike riders to wear a helmet. Class 2 e-bikes are operated with a throttle and do not have pedal assist. Class 1 e-bikes, which are pedal-assisted and do … Continued
At their June 9 meeting, City Council reappointed Roxanne Richards to the Belvedere Tiburon Library Agency Board for another term, and reappointed Larry Binkley to the Marin County Commission on Aging for another term. Council also appointed two alternate members to the Planning Commission: retired Commissioner Marsha Lasky and Belvedere resident Isolde Wilson. Please join … Continued
Make your way to Main St. on Sunday, June 22 from 3 to 7pm for our local celebration of Juneteenth – a holiday of remembrance and empowerment. This free community event features live jazz and hip hop, poetry readings, guest speakers, great food and so much more. This Diversity Inclusion Task Force event is made … Continued
To reduce congestion, improve traffic flow, and enhance safety on Highway 101, Caltrans will activate ramp metering lights in Marin County starting this month. Although the signal lights for the northbound 101 onramps at Tiburon Blvd. have been in place since 2020, they will officially become operational on Tuesday, June 24. The ramp metering will … Continued
Today, Belvedere City Manager and Mayor were cc’d on a letter to Caltrans from Assemblymember Damon Connolly, urging the agency to reconsider the inclusion of bike lanes in the Tiburon Blvd Capital Preventive Maintenance Project. Connolly—initially supportive of the bike lanes—listened to the voices of Tiburon Peninsula residents who participated in a letter-writing campaign to … Continued
The City Council reviewed the Preliminary 2025-26 Fiscal Year Budget. Key initiatives include significant sea wall repairs along Beach Road; integration of a new user fee schedule to enhance cost recovery; and launching a comprehensive infrastructure assessment. This budget continues the long-standing tradition of fiscal responsibility, maintaining city infrastructure, delivering high-quality services, and sustaining robust reserves to safeguard operations … Continued
