The Value of Nature’s Services
Society is good at placing a value on nature's products. But we don't really understand the immense value of nature's services. GWC wants you to see this short video that delivers a vital message. http://youtu.be/TartoYpK1yI Inspired by the Natural Capital Project,...
SR Airport Planning Commission Meeting Jan 24, 2012
The San Rafael Planning Commission Airport FEIR Meeting is on January 24, 2012. Here are some important documents for the San Rafael Airport development. Click on the following PDF links: San Rafael Airport Recreation Facility Final FEIR Errata Jan 12, 2012 Planning...
Watershed Survey Results
Our survey was a big success, with over 428 people visiting the site, 303 of whom identified Gallinas Creek as their watershed. 82% of those surveyed were in favor of a watershed approach to managing watershed issues such as stormwater and flooding. Read the summary...
Watershed Survey Winners and Results
WATERSHED SURVEY RESULTS The Gallinas Creek Watershed Survey results are in! Our poll represents a strong beginning for a watershed plan in our area. The data we collected is being sent to Marin County Watershed Program and City of San Rafael and other related...
San Rafael Airport Development FEIR
The following video is an excerpt from the City of San Rafael Planning Commission meeting held on Nov. 15, 2011. The topic of discussion is the FEIR for the San Rafael Airport Development. Thank you to everyone who attended and gave public input.
Gallinas Creek Watershed Survey
Please Help us and take this watershed survey today! Our contest closed on Nov. 30, 2011 but your opinion still matters! The survey is open until Dec. 10 - and your input is valuable. Meanwhile, for those who entered, winners will be notified by Dec. 4, 2011. PRIZES:...
Mayoral Candidate Responses to Watershed Questions
GWC sent questions to San Rafael Mayor and City Council candidates regarding important watershed issues. We received the following reply from Greg Brockbank who is running for Mayor. We are very encouraged by Greg's response on these issues. We will post responses...
Watershed Workshop Mont Marin 8/10/11
Learn about our watershed from this slide show that was presented at our recent Watershed Workshop at Mont Marin Homeowners Assn. Marin County Public Works & Gallinas Watershed Council Lecture for Mont Marin HOA 8/10/11 View more presentations from kahlbo
GWC Supports Fight Against Light Pollution
Light Pollution Has Far-Reaching Consequences Here in Gallinas Valley many of us live very close to nature, and light pollution produces a continual state of “twilight” in the habitats around us. This man-made twilight affects the mating habits, feeding patterns,...
First Annual Watershed Bike Tour
Thank you to all who joined the 15 mile bike tour through Gallinas watershed. Here are some photos! On an overcast Saturday on August 20 we met at 10 AM at the Mt. Tamalpais Picnic Area. We biked through Terra Linda and Santa Venetia with many stops along the...
June 4 and 5: National Trails Day and World Environment Day
Lots of events on the first weekend in June, including: Saturday June 4 is National Trails Day! The American Hiking Society invites you to participate in a local hike, bike, horseback ride, or maintenance project. Sunday June 5 is World Environment Day. The United...
Volunteer for Earth Day in Marin County
Earth Day is coming right up! Visit the new Marin County website that lists all the Marin County Earth Day volunteer events (service projects). The general public can participate in these projects on and around Earth Day. Please visit the new Earth Day Marin website:...
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