An Organic Conversation Show

David Escobar just sent us the link below to the “An Organic Conversation” Radio Show, with Helge Hellberg.  It is a great show with “juicy” conversations. Check it out:
http://www.helgehellberg.com/340/the-future-of-food/
Have a healthy weekend! Ericka

Mill Valley considers banning Styrofoam – Marin Independent Journal

Mill Valley considers banning Styrofoam
Jim Staats
Posted: 06/12/2009 05:01:46 PM PDT
MILL VALLEY may be giving the boot to Styrofoam.
On Monday, the City Council will consider a ban on containers made from polystyrene foam, a nonbiodegradable product, used in many restaurants for takeout items.
The new law, if adopted next month, would go into effect in early October [...]

Golden Gate Transit ‘bullet bus’ debuts Monday – Marin Independent Journal

Golden Gate Transit ‘bullet bus’ debuts Monday
By Mark Prado
Posted: 06/12/2009 03:37:46 PM PDT
Golden Gate Transit on Friday announced a new route in San Rafael, the 101 express bus. (IJ photo/Frankie Frost)
Golden Gate Transit will launch a new express bus Monday that could cut the commute by up to 30 minutes for some Marin riders.
Bus passengers [...]

Green-collar Block Grants

This is a message we received from Josh, at Green For All, about an important resources related with the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.  Contact you city and the county to know more about their plans to apply for these funds. If you have any question about this information, contact us at info@maringrassroots.org or contact [...]

Smart growth urged along SMART rail line in Marin – Marin Independent Journal

One key element of Smart Growth (and, consequently, healthy communities) is housing that can be afforded by local workers:
“Creating homes that are affordable to local workers would also help reduce long commutes and enable people to live in the community they serve.”
More workforce housing units would provide our families and children more quality of [...]

Marin City flea market on hold as new market emerges – Marin Independent Journal

At least Marin City now has at least three initiatives to increase residents’ access to fresh produce: the Marin City Farm Stand (initiated by EECOM), the potential Marin City Flea Market, and the Marin Farmers’ Market. A real grocery store would be event better, as it would provide access to healthy foods 7 days a [...]

Afternoon to Benefit Public Campaign Financing in California and the California Fair Elections Act

We just received this invitation from Moira Brennan, from California Clean Money Campaign. If you are interested in the improvement of our democracy, this is a great event to attend! Ericka – ericka@maringrassroots.org
Please join us for an afternoon to benefit public campaign financing in California and the California Fair Elections Act ballot measure with
Congresswoman Lynn [...]

Live Town Hall Forum Webcast about the State Budget

We received this information from Senator Leno’s office yesterday. Great opportunity to have our questions about the State Budget answered.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: June 8, 2009 Alicia Trost (Steinberg): (916) 651-4188
 Ali Bay (Leno): (916) 651-4550
Steinberg & Leno to Answer Budget Related Questions During Live Town Hall Forum Webcast Californians Encouraged To Submit Questions
SACRAMENTO – As California’s elected [...]

Novato Public Hearing – Housing Element Update

Hello, Novato community members!
This is a great opportunity to have your voice heard on the importance of affordable workforce housing in Novato and really influence public decisions on this issue ! This Monday, the Planning Commission will be reviewing the options of potential sites for future housing units. You don’t want to miss this one!
Let us [...]

The People’s Budget Meeting Tonight

The People’s Budget Meeting
 
The Social Justice Center of Marin invites every one affected by the State budget cuts to come to a meeting on Monday June 8, at 6:30 pm., in the basement of the   First United Methodist Church at 9 Ross Valley Rd. San Rafael. (corner of Ross valley Rd. and 4th st.)Those familiar with [...]