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Tiburon begins debate on taxes, debt to fund future projects
Tiburon's town manager warned the council that funding parks, a corporation yard rebuild and traffic improvements may require taking on debt and asking voters to approve new taxes.
By FRANCISCO MARTINEZ ·Tiburon to test smart signals at Trestle Glen bottleneck
Tiburon's council unanimously adopted a two-year traffic study and approved up to $180,000 for adaptive signals at the Trestle Glen bottleneck on Tiburon Boulevard.
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Tiburon commission seeks to reduce costs on Bel Aire, Belveron park improvements
Parks commissioners directed consultants to cut costs on two neighborhood park designs before either advances to the Town Council, citing price sensitivity and a tight municipal budget.
By FRANCISCO MARTINEZ ·Motorcycle racing legend Mert Lawwill known for innovation beyond the track
Mert Lawwill, a Tiburon resident for more than 50 years and the 1969 AMA national motorcycle champion, died May 6 in Idaho. He was 85.
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Tiburon police seek to fill two vacancies amid high living costs, competition
The department offers $138,148 in top-step pay but competes with agencies in San Jose and San Francisco that pay significantly more — in some cases over $200,000.
By TYLER CALLISTER ·Reed district recognizes staff for classroom impact, support work
Del Mar librarian Ryan Sonneville was named Reed Union's Teacher of the Year. His principal says he turns the library into a space where every student feels seen and supported.
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A friendship forged through science, family and public health work
Two dads who met through their kids at Tam High spent their careers fighting disease — one tracking bacteria in Gambia, one developing drugs for children with rare genetic disorders.
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Belvedere weighs $14.5 million budget amid deficit, rising costs
On top of its budget deficit, Belvedere faces an estimated $10 to $15 million in unbudgeted infrastructure needs, including utility undergrounding and levee earthquake protection.
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Second poll shows support for $115 mil Reed Union schools bond
Pollsters noted that support barely moved after voters heard critical arguments against the bond — something the research firm said was unusual and a positive sign for the district.
By EMILY LAVIN ·Local agencies move to set rules as AI use expands in public sector
Belvedere joins several local agencies that have adopted AI-use rules this spring, including the Transportation Authority of Marin and the Belvedere-Tiburon Library.
By TYLER CALLISTER ·Tiburon Peninsula trash, recycling rates to rise 2.2% on July 1
This year's 2.2% hike is smaller than the 2.8% increase last July and well below the 7.8% jump residents saw in 2024.
By TYLER CALLISTER ·Tiburon writer brings midcentury modern design to wider audience
Tiburon resident Jenna McKnight has authored a new reference book on mid-century modern design, featuring 60 examples spanning architecture, furniture, glassware and more.
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Preliminary $17.6M Tiburon Fire budget includes another $3.6M for Paradise station
To cover the gap between projected revenues of $13.3 million and $17.6 million in expenditures, the district plans to draw about $4.3 million from reserves.
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Ross Valley teacher hired for top job at Bel Aire Elementary
El Ammari brings experience as a teacher, instructional coach and assistant principal in New York City, and later served as a principal at a San Rafael elementary school.
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A Tiburon teen stays focused on the present with newspaper team
Julia has applied for Redwood's advanced journalism program, where students write, edit and design a monthly print paper, produce a podcast and run the school's social media.
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Photographers reflect on meaning of home in Belvedere-Tiburon Library exhibit
A new photography exhibit at the Belvedere-Tiburon Library opens May 21, featuring four artists' personal takes on what home means. The show runs through June 8 and is free to attend.
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Measure E: Voters asked to approve parcel tax as Mill Valley School District warns of teacher cuts
Supporters say a 5% annual increase is needed to keep pace with costs. Opponents say 3% is more realistic and urge voters to reject this version and wait for a revised proposal.
By TYLER CALLISTER ·Housing nonprofit accuses town of obstructing nine-unit proposal at Point Tiburon
Tiburon says it is processing the application lawfully and consulting with the state on parking exemptions. The developer says a third submission is coming soon.
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Tiburon residents will host May 31 Pride picnic at Shoreline Park
A Tiburon couple is organizing a free Pride picnic at Shoreline Park on May 31, hoping it becomes a stepping stone toward a larger annual event in the years ahead.
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Draft wildfire plan flags evacuation, alerting gaps on Tiburon Peninsula
A draft wildfire plan flags low emergency-alert enrollment and limited evacuation routes as the Tiburon Peninsula's top vulnerabilities. The comment period closes May 17.
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