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Dear Friends and Neighbors,
As the holiday season embraces us with warmth and joy, I want to take a moment to extend Season’s Greetings to you and your loved ones. This is time to celebrate with family, reflect on the prior year, and to look ahead with hope and determination.
I am deeply grateful for your continued support. Serving as the representative of District 4 is an incredible honor. Our district is the most geographically and culturally diverse district in the County, which keeps me busy working to engage with the community and lifting your needs by addressing local issues and advocating for initiatives that improve our collective quality of life.
I am inspired by the strength and compassion of our community. As we step into the new year, I look forward to building on this momentum and pursuing opportunities that benefit everyone.
Wishing you and your family a joyous holiday season filled with peace, love, and happiness. May the New Year bring health, prosperity, and fulfillment to all.
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On December 17th, I had the honor of being sworn in for a new term as District 4 Supervisor. My team and I are dedicated to serving the District 4 community with a commitment to fostering healthy, safe, and vibrant neighborhoods throughout this term.
Our office will focus on six core priorities, tackling the complex challenges our community faces with a collaborative, equitable, and sustainable approach. Together, we will work to address both current needs and future opportunities for growth and resilience.
Enhancing Economic Vitality and Opportunity:
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Encourage local business growth and entrepreneurship.
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Promote workforce development and job creation.
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Support equitable economic opportunities for all residents.
Creating Pathways: Strengthening Communities Through Access and Infrastructure:
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Invest in sustainable transportation systems.
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Improve public transit and ensure accessibility for all.
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Modernize infrastructure to enhance connectivity and safety.
Supporting Housing Through Protection, Preservation, and Permitting:
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Safeguard affordable housing options.
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Streamline processes for new housing developments.
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Address housing inequities and prevent displacement.
Bringing Government to You: Advancing Civic Engagement, Equal Rights, and Access:
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Foster inclusive participation in decision-making.
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Uphold and advance civil rights protections.
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Ensure services and spaces are accessible to everyone.
Empowering Communities for a Sustainable and Resilient Future:
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Implement climate adaptation strategies.
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Promote renewable energy and resource conservation.
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Protect natural habitats and biodiversity.
Protecting the Health and Safety of Our Community:
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Strengthen healthcare access and public health initiatives.
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Enhance emergency preparedness and response systems.
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Promote community-based approaches to safety and well-being.
I will be working hard for our communities, and, as always, your input and engagement remain invaluable. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to share your ideas, concerns, or simply to connect. Your voices guide my work and inspire the progress we achieve together.
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My office is excited to announce County Services Closer to Home, a new initiative designed to make essential county services more accessible to residents in rural Marin County.
Starting January 8th, 2025, county departments will offer in-person assistance at the West Marin Multi-Services Center in Point Reyes Station every second Wednesday of the month, from 2:00 to 6:00 PM.
This initiative ensures residents in West Marin can access key government resources without traveling to the Civic Center. Participating departments will provide support and services tailored to the needs of our rural residents.
We want to ensure that this program reflects the community's needs. If there are specific services you'd like to see offered, please share your suggestions by contacting my staff.
Together, we’re bridging the gap between government and community.
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On December 17th, the Department of Public Works, Office of the County Executive, Marin County Fire, Marin County Parks, the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria, Department of Finance, and the Community Development Agency came together to ceremonially sign the Marin County Fire Headquarters Project Charter. This milestone represents a shared commitment to providing exceptional services that promote healthy, safe, sustainable, and equitable communities.
The charter underscores our dedication to collaboration and community engagement as we embark on the Marin County Fire Headquarters Project in San Geronimo. This initiative will establish a thoughtfully designed fire station and administrative facility, tailored to the community’s needs, to enhance public safety operations across Marin County.
Driven by the urgency to ensure continuity of critical fire services, the project focuses on improving emergency response efficiency, bolstering fire personnel training and development, and optimizing the use of the San Geronimo property. The design emphasizes flexibility, addressing immediate operational demands while accommodating future needs.
I invite you to explore the Charter, which outlines the guiding principles, key priorities, and deliverables that will shape this vital project. Together, we are building a foundation for stronger, safer communities.
The National Weather Service is forecasting a period of weather systems approaching this weekend that will bring unsettled weather to the region that are expected to saturate soil and create conditions for flooding. Now is the time to prepare for the coming storms:
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Secure outdoor items: Tie down or bring in patio furniture, trash cans, and other loose items.
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Clear drains: Rake leaves and yard debris to keep gutters and storm drains clear. Place leaves and debris in green bin.
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Update your go bag & stay-box: Make sure you have flashlights, radios, spare batteries, and other essentials.
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Sandbags: Use sandbags to protect flood-prone areas of your home or business.
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Charge devices: Keep phones, backup batteries, and other electronics fully charged. Write down key emergency contacts in case your phone dies.
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Houseboat safety: Secure your vessel against high winds.
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Sign up for alerts: Register for emergency notifications at AlertMarin.
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Plan ahead: Talk to your employer about working from home, especially if you live in an area prone to road flooding.
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Stay home if possible: Avoid unnecessary travel; wet and flooded roads can be dangerous and can prevent you from getting to your destination. Staying home is the safest option until the storm passes. If its an emergency, allow emergency responders to come to you.
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Drive carefully if you must go out: Go slow, keep headlights on, watch for obstacles, and leave extra space between vehicles. Do not drive through flooded areas or around barricades.
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Turn around, don’t drown: Never attempt to walk or drive through standing water.
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Stay clear of downed power lines: Treat all fallen power lines as live; call 9-1-1 to report them.
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Mariners and houseboats: Stay in port. High winds and rough waters can damage or capsize vessels.
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Remember to check in on your senior, immigrant, and disabled neighbors: they may need extra support to stay safe and comfortable.
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Marin Couty District 4 Team
Supervisor Rodoni, elected in 2016, and re-elected in March 2024, represents the residents of District 4 in the County of Marin. District 4 is the most geographically diverse district in the county, including coastal West Marin from
Dillon Beach to Muir Beach and Homestead Valley; inland agricultural and rural areas of Nicasio, Chileno Valley, San Geronimo Valley, and west Novato; and bayside and urban areas of east San Rafael, San Quentin, Corte Madera, and Larkspur.
County of Marin District Map
Supervisor Rodoni is one of five Supervisors responsible for the function of county government, serving as the governing board of the County Free Library and of many special districts such as Parks & Open Space District, Transit District, and the Housing Authority. The Board passes all ordinances governing the county and is responsible for seeing that mandated functions are properly discharged. The Board adopts the County budget; sets employee salaries and directs a wide variety of services to county residents.
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As part of my goals for a more accessible and transparent government, District 4 aides are available for in-person assistance in West Marin twice weekly.
Mondahy, Point Reyes Station, Fernando Barreto
Friday, San Geronimo ValleyMorgan Patton (by appointment)
Learn more on our District 4 webpage.
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