Krissy Waite

Berkeley, California

Reporter at Marin Independent Journal

reporter @marinij | gym rat & coffee lover | @ucbsoj '23, @IthacaCollege ‘21, @HebronAcademy ‘17 | ME➡️CA | she/her

Articles

Novato council approves 66-home development

20 hours ago | marinij.com | Krissy Waite

The Novato City Council has approved a plan to convert a commercial property to housing at 100 Wood Hollow Drive. The project will include 66 two-story houses on 6 acres of the nearly 13-acre site. Nine homes will be deed-restricted for low-income households. In Marin, that would be less than $154,700 a year for a household of four. The developer, Align Real Estate, plans lot sizes of 2,300 to 3,735 square feet.
Corte Madera school club aims to improve ecosystem

1 day ago | marinij.com | Krissy Waite

Children at a Corte Madera school are working to improve the ecosystem through gardens. The Ocean Guardian Club at Neil Cummins Elementary School includes about 15 students who have planted two native plant gardens so far at the campus, with hopes to continue the work next year. The club is linked to a program of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. It encourages children to explore the natural environment and build connections with the watershed where they live.
Marin leaders decry Trump at climate forum

1 day ago | marinij.com | Krissy Waite

Approximately 200 people filled the Mill Valley Community Center this week to hear local leaders detail the Trump administration’s “assault on climate” and strategies for countering it. “We have a bully, and a bully pulpit, spreading lies and denial to undermine climate action,” said Bill Carney, co-chair of Time to Lead on Climate, the local group that organized the event Monday night.
Corte Madera revises list of preferred sidewalk trees

2 days ago | marinij.com | Krissy Waite

Corte Madera has updated its list of acceptable street tree species. The Town Council voted unanimously on May 6 to remove the old list and adopt the new one. The 14 recommended species on the list are more resistant to pests and environmental changes while limiting potential infrastructure damage. “I think this is outstanding work,” Councilmember Eli Beckman said.
Fairfax officials contemplate conversion to charter model

4 days ago | modbee.com | Krissy Waite

May 10-Fairfax officials are considering a transition to a charter municipality, a move that could mean greater local control and more revenue sources, but also administrative costs. "I think there are pros and cons," Mayor Lisel Blash said during a Town Council discussion on Wednesday. Fairfax is a general law municipality, as are about 75% of the municipalities in California, according to a report by Town Manager Heather Abrams.
Fairfax officials contemplate conversion to charter model

4 days ago | marinij.com | Krissy Waite

Fairfax officials are considering a transition to a charter municipality, a move that could mean greater local control and more revenue sources, but also administrative costs. “I think there are pros and cons,” Mayor Lisel Blash said during a Town Council discussion on Wednesday. Fairfax is a general law municipality, as are about 75% of the municipalities in California, according to a report by Town Manager Heather Abrams.
Larkspur outlines draft budget, goals for next fiscal year

5 days ago | sanluisobispo.com | Krissy Waite

May 9-Larkspur officials have drafted a budget that forecasts about $25 million in the general fund and $24.6 million in expenses. The staff presented the outline for the 2025-2026 fiscal year at the City Council meeting on Wednesday. "Department heads were asked to focus on holding the line this year and keep their budgets as flat as possible," City Manager Dan Schwarz said.
Larkspur outlines draft budget, goals for next fiscal year

5 days ago | marinij.com | Krissy Waite

Larkspur officials have drafted a budget that forecasts about $25 million in the general fund and $24.6 million in expenses. The staff presented the outline for the 2025-2026 fiscal year at the City Council meeting on Wednesday. “Department heads were asked to focus on holding the line this year and keep their budgets as flat as possible,” City Manager Dan Schwarz said.
‘Just wrong’: Residents appeal southern Marin County housing project

6 days ago | northbaybusinessjournal.com | Krissy Waite

Core Madera residents have appealed a proposed 98-apartment affordable housing project, citing traffic and safety concerns. The Town Council will hold a hearing May 14.
Corte Madera residents appeal housing project

6 days ago | mercedsunstar.com | Krissy Waite

May 8-Residents have filed an appeal against a high-density affordable housing proposal in Corte Madera. The 98-apartment project at 240 Tamal Vista Blvd. will likely cause public safety and traffic problems for its neighbors, the appellants state. More than 90 people have signed a petition supporting the appeal, said Julie Jay, a project opponent. The town received the appeal on May 2, said Community Development Director Amy Lyle.