The FHA’s bill amending previous rent control legislation (AB 754) has now passed the Senate and Assembly without a single ‘no’ vote. According to Marin Country administrative analyst Talia Smith, “This is a rare feat, and shows just how much on-the-ground work and engagement has...
HERE ARE SOME OF THE ITEMS THAT WERE DISCUSSED AT THE SEPTEMBER 9 FHA BOARD MEETING. MORE DETAILS WILL BE REPORTED LATER IN THE FLOATING TIMES. Treasurer Linda Futrell reported that income of $2,250 was produced by $1,650 from two tours and $585 in Membership...
The FHA-proposed modifications to the Floating Homes Residency Law have been passed 37-0 by the State Senate and are now under consideration by the Assembly. Check back for reports on the bill’s progress.
Following a Floating Times report last week on a reduction in trash in Richardson Bay, a front-page article in the Sunday Marin IJ announced: Restoration Work Creating New Era for Richardson Bay Open Waters and vibrant setting thrive as anchor-outs move on The article states:...
Yesterday’s Marin IJ reports that Dietrick Burks, a Black entrepreneur who relocated floating homes to the Marin waterfront, has filed a civil rights lawsuit alleging that Marin County discriminated against him because of his race. The IJ article states that Burks purchased three floating homes...
Membership is the lifeblood of the Floating Homes Association. The introduction of AB 754, amending our rent control legislation, is a shining example of what the Association and community can do when we pull together. Now the FHA is seeking a volunteer membership coordinator. If...
For the fifth year in a row the Melet family of Gate 6 ½ have hosted a volunteer bay cleanup day. But this year was a little different than previous outings. Mom Nikki Melet reports about the efforts of her son and daughter, who organize...
Wrist bands good for unlimited tastings are now available for the Chili Cook-Off in September and A Toast to Sausalito in October. The Chili Cook-Off will run from 12:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. on Saturday September 20 in Dunphy Park. Wristbands are available for $25 pre-sale,...
HERE ARE SOME OF THE ITEMS THAT WERE DISCUSSED AT THE AUGUST 12 FHA BOARD MEETING. MORE DETAILS WILL BE REPORTED LATER IN THE FLOATING TIMES. Treasurer Linda Futrell reported that income from sponsorships, membership dues and a $100 donation produced a net profit of...
The third and final community meeting for the Sausalito Shoreline Adaptation Plan will be held on Wednesday, September 10 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Sausalito Center for the Arts, 750 Bridgeway. The plan includes the floating homes community. Project consultants will discuss...
