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The Housing and Homeless committee was created to provide information and make recommendations to the City Council regarding homeless policy and issues within the City.
The Committee assists with reviewing the state of homelessness in the City of Novato, by planning, advocating, supporting, and collaborating with those affected by homelessness.
Interested in serving on the committee? Apply today!
Resolution 2022-093 Establishing the Housing and Homeless Committee.
Meeting Schedule
2nd Wednesday of the month, quarterly, beginning March, 2023 at 5pm.
Meet Your Councilmembers
- Date: 06/18/2024 4:00 PM
- Location: Downtown Novato Community Farmers' Market
Sherman Avenue
Novato, California 94945
Join Mayor Mark Milberg and Parks, Recreation and Community Services staff for an opportunity to discuss City projects and initiatives, ask questions, share feedback, and help us get to know you better!
Tuesday, June 18 at 4pm
Downtown Novato Community Farmers' Market on Sherman Avenue
Additional opportunities to connect with the City Council and staff will be held at upcoming Downtown Novato Community Farmers’ Markets as well as locations by district throughout the summer.
More information is available at novato.org/citycouncil.
Through meaningful conversations, we can continue to shape Novato’s future and strengthen our community together.
Agendas & Minutes
Below you can find agendas and minutes for upcoming or recently held Housing and Homeless Committee meetings.
| Meeting Date | agenda | minutes |
|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2024 | ||
| 09/18/2024 | Special Meeting Agenda | |
| 09/11/2024 - Cancelled | Agenda | N/A |
| 06/12/2024 | Agenda | Minutes |
| 03/13/2024 | Agenda | Minutes |
| 12/13/2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| 09/13/2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| 06/14/2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
| 03/08/2023 | Agenda | Minutes |
Members
The committee is made up of seven members, two of whom are Marin County Homeless Union representatives. Members must reside in City limits.
| Member | Term Expires |
|---|---|
| Mark Brand | April 30, 2026 |
| David Fariello | April 30, 2026 |
| Lucie Hollingsworth | April 30, 2026 |
| Will Meecham | April 30, 2026 |
| Elissa Lasserre, Vice Chair | April 30, 2025 |
| Jennifer Mallow | April 30, 2025 |
| Jason Sarris, Chair | April 30, 2025 |
Staff Liaison
Sullina Smith, Principal Management Analyst: ssmith@novato.org
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