As we work to improve the market experience for everyone, we are conducting a survey to gather valuable feedback and insights from Farmers’ Market attendees. Please share your thoughts by taking our short survey at novato.org/opennovato by 11:59pm on October 26, 2025.🗨️👥⁠

A medida que trabajamos para mejorar la experiencia de mercado para todos, estamos realizando una encuesta para recopilar valiosos comentarios e ideas de los asistentes al mercado de agricultores. Comparta sus opiniones realizando nuestra breve encuesta en novato.org/opennovato

Tonight marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, when families come together at sunset to pray & share foods like challah bread & apples dipped in honey, which symbolize sweetness & hope for the year ahead. The City of Novato wishes you a sweet Rosh Hashanah! ✡️

🚧 Caltrans District 4 Lane Closures: Eastbound & Westbound SR-37 - Atherton Ave to Petaluma River Bridge🚧 📆 9/22-9/26 🛣️ One Eastbound Lane Closure | 4am-1pm 🛣️ One Westbound Lane Closure | 9am-5pm 🛣️ Road Stabilization Work between Novato Creek & Atherton Ave (Eastbound) | 8pm-6am

Council Meeting Preview: 9/23/25 📌 Proclamation recognizing Bully Prevention Month; 📌 Public hearing on the City's Draft Climate Action Plan 2030; 📌 Update from Community Development Director Clare Hartman on service improvements; & more. Full agenda: novato.org/agendas

Share Your Feedback on the Public Review Draft Safety Element 📣 We’re updating the General Plan Safety Element – and we want to hear from you! 🔥🌊 Review the draft and share your feedback by taking our survey at novato.org/safetyelement. 📆 Survey will close on October 19, 2025

Comparta sus comentarios sobre el Borrador de Revisión Pública del Elemento de Seguridad 📣 Estamos actualizando su Elemento de Seguridad del Plan General y ¡queremos conocer su opinión! Revise el borrador y complete la encuesta en novato.org/safetyelement antes del 19 de octubre.

City of Novato Continues Negotiations with Marin Valley Mobile Country Club (MVMCC) Negotiations continue between the City & the MVMCC Park Acquisition Corporation for the City to potentially sell the mobile home park to park residents. Full release: novato.org/Home/Component…

City of Novato Reaches Tentative Labor Agreement with SEIU The City & SEIU Local 1021 have reached a tentative labor agreement which is subject to ratification by SEIU membership & final approval by Council during its meeting on 10/14/25. Read more: novato.org/Home/Component…

Thinking about a remodel, adding an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) or starting a home improvement project? 🏡 The City of Novato’s Permit Center is here to help make the process easier. Over the next week, we’ll spotlight some of the tools and resources available to homeowners!

🚧 Traffic Reminder 🚧 The eastbound lane of Novato Blvd will continue to be closed between 7th St and Diablo Ave for PG&E's utility undergrounding project. 📆⏰ Permitted Work Hours: Mon-Fri | 8am-5pm (Saturdays, as needed) Questions? Contact John Baston at (707) 867-9466

Today is Yom Kippur, which marks the culmination of the 10 Days of Awe—a period of introspection & repentance following Rosh Hashanah. Yom Kippur is observed with a 25-hour fast and a special religious service. The City of Novato wishes you a blessed and meaningful fast. 🙏

Free Compost Giveaway📣 To celebrate North Bay Zero Waste Week & promote compost use, we're hosting a free compost giveaway! 📆 Saturday, 10/11 | 8am - 6pm 📍 Novato Corp Yard, 550 Davidson St Open to Novato residents only. Please bring your own containers & a shovel.

At its upcoming meeting on Tuesday, October 14, the Novato City Council will consider approval of a labor agreement for SEIU-represented employees. Read more: novato.org/Home/Component…

It is with profound sadness that the City of Novato shares condolences on the passing of City Councilmember Mark Milberg, a dedicated public servant and cherished member of our community. Full press release: novato.org/Home/Component…

City of Novato will host a special gathering to honor the life and legacy of Councilmember Mark Milberg. Please join us on Friday, October 24 from 4pm-6pm at City Hall, 901 Sherman Ave as we pay tribute to a devoted public servant, extraordinary leader and cherished friend.

#TRAFFICALERT: Revised: Caltrans will continue its Capital Preventive Maintenance project on SR-37 in between Atherton Avenue and the Petaluma River Bridge in City of Novato. This Marin County work is from Tuesday, Oct. 21 through Friday, Oct. 24. Caltrans HQ

Happy Diwali, Novato! 🪔🕯️Also known as the festival of lights, Diwali celebrates the triumph of good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and light over darkness. ✨ Wishing a happy Diwali to all who celebrate! #Diwali #FestivalOfLights

City Council Meeting Preview: Tuesday 10/28 📌 Public hearing regarding the Stonetree Golfclub Driving Range; 📌 Public hearing to consider repealing the Building & Housing chapter of the Novato Municipal Code & adopting a new section; & more Full agenda: novato.org/agendas

Last week, 75+ small business owners came together to share ideas, build connections & explore new opportunities for growth at our Small Business Networking Event & Marketing Workshop. Thank you to our partners for co-hosting a wonderful event & supporting our business community!