Fire Department

Fire services are provided in Fairfax by the Ross Valley Fire Department (RVFD), under a joint powers agreement (JPA). The JPA is governed by a Board of Directors consistingof eight (8) Directors, two from each member agency: Fairfax, San Anselmo, Ross, and Sleepy Hollow. An Executive Officer’s position rotates between the Town Managers of each of the towns. The percentage shares for member contributions to RVFD are: Fairfax 23.95%, San Anselmo 41.68%, Ross 21.21% and Sleepy Hollow 13.6%. For more information on the Town’s contribution to RVFD (see pg. 35 of the Town Budget).

Ross Valley Fire

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Firesafe Marin

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Chipper Days

Schedule of Chipper Days - clear your brush, drop off or have it picked up!

Wildfire Safety

Be prepared with tips from PG&E and Firesafe Marin

Evacuation Maps

The Town, in conjunction, with FIRESafe MARIN and the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA) has prepared evacuation maps for Fairfax neighborhoods.

Fairfax Firewise Neighborhoods

Click here for a list of our Firewise neighborhoods and who to contact in your neighborhood.

Fire Department News

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Storm update – prepare for more wind and rain

Prepare for heavy rains and gusty winds this week