Posted on: September 27, 2023
Earlier this month, the Mill Valley Police Department and the Marin County Bicycle Coalition partnered to offer the first Teen E-Bike Safety Class for juveniles who were contacted by the Mill Valley Police Department. Following the enactment of ...
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Posted on: September 19, 2023
Last Tuesday, September 12, 2023, the Mill Valley Police Department, Marin County Sheriff’s Department, California Highway Patrol, and Marin County Parks collaborated to host a bicycle/E-bike safety event at the Mill Valley/Sausalito Multi-Use-Path. &...
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Posted on: September 14, 2023
Mill Valley is undergoing a significant surge in its senior population. By 2030, nearly 40% of Mill Valley's community members will be aged 60 or above. Alarmingly, scams targeting this age bracket have soared, with California sadly topping the l...
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Posted on: September 14, 2023
Nestled amid the serene beauty of Mill Valley, the community has experienced moments that have starkly contrasted with its peaceful ambiance. In 2018, residents were urged to shelter in place following a violent dispute between a tenant and his landlord j...
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Posted on: September 13, 2023

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Posted on: August 31, 2023
The Mill Valley Police Department is partnering with the Tiburon Police Department and Belvedere Police Department to host the Faith and Blue event on October 8th, 2023 from 10am - 2pm! The event will be held at the Mill Valley Middle School library and g...
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Posted on: August 22, 2023
Within the last month, the Mill Valley Police Department has had the pleasure in welcoming 3 new police officers. 2 graduated from the Santa Rosa police academy and 1 is a transfer from the San Jose PD.
Officer Joe Devine began at the MVPD a few ...
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Posted on: August 17, 2023
We look forward to seeing residents who live in the Hillside/Golf Course areas for a planned evacuation drill this Saturday, 8/19 at 10:00am. Join Mill Valley PD, Southern Marin Fire, Mill Valley Emergency Preparedness Committee, and Marin’s Office of Eme...
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Posted on: July 20, 2023
The Mill Valley Police Department is excited to announce that we will be hosting the annual National Night Out event on August 1st, from 5 PM to 7 PM at The Depot Plaza in downtown Mill Valley!
National Night Out is a community-building campaign ...
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Posted on: July 19, 2023
Elder Fraud Community Summit
Guard against elder fraud! Learn to spot scams, protect finances, and secure your peace of mind. Knowledge is power!
Don't miss the opportunity to join a discussion on elder fraud, a crucial topic that impacts seniors locally an...
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Posted on: July 10, 2023
Dear Mill Valley,
We are delighted to announce that East Blithedale Ave has been repaved and is now open for regular traffic. As you drive along this newly repaved road, we kindly remind you to observe the speed limit of 25 miles per hour, ensuring the saf...
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Posted on: June 1, 2023
May 31, 2023
The Mill Valley Police Department (MVPD) is rolling out its newest Parking Enforcement vehicle, which is equipped with six cameras capable of scanning and digitally chalking parked vehicles. Referred to as “AutoChalk,” the ...
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Posted on: May 18, 2023
After weeks of education, officers will begin issuing citations for E-Bike riders that violate the City's new E-Bike Ordinance. Adopted unanimously in April, the ordinance, one of the few passed in the State of California, is an attempt to contro...
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Posted on: April 11, 2023
As more and more of our teens ride E-Bikes, you can help them learn more about the rules of the road, E-Bike handling, and emergency maneuvering skills through the Marin County Bicycle Coalition. If your teen is in grades 6-8, you can sign them up for the...
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Posted on: March 22, 2023
Regularly, the police department receives calls from the public wanting to report a scam or inquiring if something may be a scam. We want to remind the community to watch out for signs of a scam. Not only should you be watching out for yourself but watchi...
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Posted on: March 9, 2023
You will see us out and about test driving our new Parking Enforcement Vehicle.
This vehicle is currently outfitted with Automatic License Plate Recognition technology. This technology is used for counting and scanning parked vehicles while ignor...
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Posted on: February 23, 2023
February 23, 2023
Homelessness is an issue impacting many communities across the nation, and we share community concerns about the health and safety of our unhoused neighbors in Mill Valley. We want to assure you that the issue of homelessness in our commu...
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Posted on: February 22, 2023
Join the Mill Valley Police Department by registering your security camera, with our Security Registration program. The program allows for officers to identify potential footage that can assist in their investigation. By doing so, it helps strengthen the ...
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Posted on: January 27, 2023
January 27, 2023
The video released by the Memphis Police Department of the beating death of Tyre Nichols mortifies the soul. I am appalled and saddened by what I saw in the video, and members of the Mill Valley Police Department have expressed similar sen...
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Posted on: January 25, 2023
The Mill Valley Police Department would like to extend our gratitude to the Rotary Club, the City of Mill Valley Public Works Department, and to the Eagle Scouts of Troop 1 for the creation of our new patio dining area for all Mill Valley Police staff. Fu...
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Posted on: January 23, 2023
The Mill Valley Police Department offers a bicycle registration program to help deter theft and to help law enforcement reunite bicycles with their owners. The best way to track a stolen bike or to identify the owner of a found bike, is through the bicycl...
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Posted on: June 26, 2023
The City of Mill Valley and the Mill Valley Police Department have teamed up with MVFREE to stop race-based calls to the police ("bias by proxy"). Find out more in this short video:
Video produced by Kristi Denton Cohen of Peloton Productions
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Posted on: December 29, 2022
2023 RSVP stickers are available to purchase. The RSVP allows residents free parking, up to the maximum allowable time limit, at any of the City’s parking meters, seven days a week, from 9 am to 6 pm.
Prices will be $66.00 each for Mill...
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Posted on: December 19, 2022
The Mill Valley Police Department is hiring! We are accepting lateral officers, academy graduates, and current academy attendees. Not only that but we are currently looking for a Police officer trainee in which their academy tuition and fees & uniform...
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Posted on: December 8, 2022
2023 RSVP will be available for sale beginning December 14, 2022. The RSVP allows residents free parking, up to the maximum allowable time limit, at any of the City’s parking meters, seven days a week, from 9 am to 6 pm.
Prices will be $66.00 eac...
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Posted on: November 23, 2022
Resident Shopper Vehicle Permit (RSVP) prices will increase beginning January 1, 2023. The RSVP allows residents free parking, up to the maximum allowable time limit, at any of the City's parking meters, seven days a week, from 9 am to 6 pm. Prices will i...
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Posted on: November 15, 2022
A Message from Police Chief Rick Navarro:
"The Mill Valley Police Department (MVPD) stands firmly on the six pillars of 21st Century Policing. We have leaned forward and not only listened to our community but have taken action. We will continue to wor...
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Posted on: November 15, 2022
Mill Valley Police Department Awarded $28,000 Grant to deter Unsafe Behaviors, Increase Safety on Roads
Mill Valley, Calif. – The Mill Valley Police Department will increase patrols throughout the community and provide other traffic safety programs to help...
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Posted on: October 20, 2022
As many of you know, Sycamore Village is a very popular tick-or-treat location on Halloween. In an effort to enhance pedestrian safety, just like previous years, we will be closing Sycamore Avenue between Park Avenue and Valley Circle to vehicle traffic d...
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Posted on: July 14, 2022
The Mill Valley Police Department is inviting you to join us on Tuesday, August 2nd, 2022, for National Night Out at Depot Plaza in downtown Mill Valley. The event will take place from 5-7 PM.
National Night Out was initially created as an opportunity for ...
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Posted on: June 9, 2022
The Mill Valley Police Department offers a bicycle registration program to help deter theft and to help law enforcement reunite bicycles with their owners. The best way to track a stolen bike or to identify the owner of a found bike, is through the bicycl...
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Posted on: May 13, 2022
Electric bicycles, otherwise known as E-Bikes, have become increasingly popular in recent years and the City of Mill Valley has seen an influx in ridership. The Mill Valley Police Department continues to receive complaints regarding unsafe riding of E-Bik...
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Posted on: May 11, 2022
The 2022 Gun Buyback Program is being coordinated through the Marin County District Attorney's Office in partnership with local law enforcement agencies, the Marin County Board of Supervisors, and local City Councils. With your support we are hopeful that...
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Posted on: May 3, 2022
The Mill Valley Police Department has recently received questions regarding the operation of drones. The below list is meant to address concerns surrounding the rules and regulations for operating drones within the City of Mill Valley.
Drone Safety Tips:
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Posted on: April 27, 2022
If you are looking into getting rid of any prescription drugs that you have, then today is your lucky day!
The Mill Valley Police Department will be taking part in the 22nd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 30, 2022. Fro...
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Posted on: April 27, 2022
Visit downtown Mill Valley and enjoy our restaurants and local businesses. Make your shopping and dining experiences easier by purchasing the RSVP Parking Permit. The permits allow free parking up to the maximum allowable time limit, without paying the me...
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Posted on: April 4, 2022
The Mill Valley Police Department is hiring Officers from all different stages in their law enforcement career. Whether you are thinking about becoming an Officer, are currently in the Police Academy, a Police Academy graduate, or are a lateral from anoth...
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Posted on: March 24, 2022
The Security Camera Registry program allows residents and business owners to register their security systems with the Mill Valley Police Department. This assists police officers with identifying potential footage while investigating potential crimes. Poli...
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Posted on: March 8, 2022
The Mill Valley Police Department would like to share with you our 2021 Annual Report. This report focuses on efforts made by our department throughout the last year. We would like to thank our community for all of your continued support as we continue to...
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Posted on: January 13, 2022
The Mill Valley Police Department and other Marin County agencies are experiencing an uptick in residential burglaries. The Mill Valley Police Department is diligently investigating these cases and working with our law enforcement partners. &...
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Posted on: January 13, 2022
In an effort to prepare community members and City first responders for a sudden evacuation order, on Tuesday, January 11th, Mill Valley Police and Public Works staff conducted a vehicle re-routing drill on Miller Avenue. The drill simulated in real-time ...
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Posted on: November 22, 2022
The holiday shopping season is upon us. All of those great deals obtained from Black Friday and Cyber Monday will arrive at our doorsteps, meaning increased opportunities for package theft. Here are some ways to avoid becoming the victim of a package thie...
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Posted on: October 21, 2021
Do you or your child have a new electric bicycle (E-bike)? As we are seeing an influx in E-bikes, we want to make sure that you are taking the proper safety precautions. Make sure your family is following the rules of the road when it comes to riding.
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Posted on: September 25, 2021
September 25, 2021
The City of Mill Valley conducted its Annual Evacuation Drill on Saturday, September 25 with over 250 residents participating.
The goal of this year’s drill was a timed event to help validate Google’s current evacuation research...
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