On Saturday, September 13, the Floating Homes Association (FHA) hosted a Concrete Barge Workshop at the Bay Model Visitor Center. The invitation-only event was meant to bring together the people who know barges best — repair specialists, inspectors, and representative homeowners — for a lively exchange of ideas. Experts from...
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.
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 you like nerding-out with databases...
On July 9 the California Senate Judiciary Committee voted unanimously to approve AB 754, covering rent control amendments to the Floating Homes Residency Law. Assemblymember Damon Connolly and Marin County Legislative Analyst Talia Smith testified that the proposed amendments had been approved by five Sausalito floating home marinas and 93%...
HERE ARE SOME OF THE ITEMS THAT WERE DISCUSSED AT THE JULY 8 FHA BOARD MEETING. MORE DETAILS WILL BE REPORTED LATER IN THE FLOATING TIMES. FHA Events Chair BettyAnn Kram requested that a committee be formed to make the final decisions regarding the format of Day in the Park...
The lead article in Monday’s Marin IJ announces the introduction of our amended rent control legislation. Reporter Richard Halstead explains how the original rent control law was conceived and how some provisions were unsuitable for floating home marinas in Marin. He goes on to detail the lengthy negotiations between the...
Assemblymember Damon Connolly has now introduced a new bill (AB 754) amending the rent control legislation as agreed to by the Sausalito marina operators and the Floating Homes Association. Expressions of support for the bill are vital as it makes its way through the legislature. On June 17 Mary Sackett,...
Seven sponsors have renewed their ads in the Floating Times and on the FHA website for another year: Steve Sekhon, Compass Realty Michele Affronte, Engel & Vӧlkers Valhalla Signworks (formerly Butterflute Wedding Chapel) Renewal By Andersen Sadler and Company Insurance San Francisco Waterproofing and Masonry Bay Area Escrow A new...
HERE ARE SOME OF THE ITEMS THAT WERE DISCUSSED AT THE JUNE 10 FHA BOARD MEETING. MORE DETAILS WILL BE REPORTED LATER IN THE FLOATING TIMES. With the amended rent control legislation being agreed on by the LAC and marina operators, the Board is planning to re-assign up to $3,000...
Long-time Gate 6 ½ resident Lewis Shireman has stepped up to lead the Private Tour Committee. The committee organizes guided tours tailored for small groups providing them an opportunity to explore the docks and peek inside some homes. They have long been a major fundraiser for the Floating Homes Association....