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NBLC’s CEO Weighs in on Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Toll Booths Slated for Removal
Richmond-San Rafael Bridge toll booths slated for removal
Catholic Charities Weighs in on $4.2 Million in Sonoma County Homeless Housing Fund Threatened Under Trump Policies
$4.2 million in Sonoma County homeless housing fund threatened under Trump policies
Canal Alliance Weighs in on San Rafael’s purchase of a Site for New Park in ‘Once in a Lifetime’ Deal
Canal Alliance on San Rafael buying park for the canal
Kaiser Permanente in Santa Rosa Displays Segment of national AIDS Memorial Quilt as Globe Poised to Mark World AIDS Day
Kaiser Permanente in Santa Rosa displays segment of national AIDS Memorial Quilt as globe poised to mark World AIDS Day
The SMART Initiative Is Officially On Track for the Ballot!
The SMART Initiative Is Officially On Track for the Ballot!
Petaluma River Park Makes the San Francisco Chronicle's Top 15 of The Bay Area’s Best-Kept Secrets
Petaluma River Park makes the San Francisco Chronicle's Top 15 of the Bay Area’s Best-Kept Secrets
Why Community Investment in Education Matters More Than Ever
Why Community Investment in Education Matters More Than Ever
POLICY WATCH – November 2025
A Thanksgiving Message of Gratitude
As we enter the Thanksgiving holiday, I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to our members, board directors, and the broader North Bay community. Your partnership, leadership, and ongoing support are essential to the progress we are able to make together.
I am truly grateful for your engagement and the confidence you place in our work. Your commitment to strengthening the North Bay through your expertise, collaboration, and dedication continues to elevate our region and our shared mission.
Thank you for all that you do. I wish you and your families a restful, joyful, and meaningful Thanksgiving holiday.
Have a happy and safe Halloween.
Redwood Credit Union Making a Difference, Right Where It Matters: In Our Community!
Making a difference, right where it matters: in our community!
Sonoma State University Appoints Michael E. Spagna as President
Michael E. Spagna Appointed President of Sonoma State University
Basin Street Properties Broker of the Quarter Niels von Doepp of Cushman Wakefield
Basin Street Properties Broker of the Quarter
Niels von Doepp of Cushman Wakefield
Dominican University’s New Nursing Scholarships Promote Home Health Care in Marin
New nursing scholarships promote home health care in Marin
Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods Adds Hand Surgeon
Sutter Medical Group of the Redwoods adds hand surgeon
NBLC Members Recognized Among 15 Local Projects for ‘Excellence in Construction’
These 15 local projects are noted for ‘Excellence in Construction’
Basin Street Properties Welcomes Marmot to New Offices in Petaluma
Marmot Moving to New Offices in Petaluma
POLICY WATCH – October 2025
This month’s newsletter is packed with insights shaping the North Bay’s future — from the economy and housing to childcare and transportation. Susan Gilmore spotlights why early childhood education is crucial to our region’s long-term success, while highlights from the State of the North Bay Economic Conference reveal the regions challenges and spotlight key opportunites. Urban planner Bill Fulton explains what a “Place Bubble” is and how to recognize one in your community. We also share the latest transportation update on the Highway 37 and offer you a survey to share your thoughts on tolling and preview upcoming events, including the release of the 2025 State of Housing Report and launch of the Housing for Healthy Communities Initiative. Finally, we’re pleased to welcome our newest member, the Petaluma River Park Foundation, to our growing network of regional leaders.
Have a happy and safe Halloween.
NBLC Members Ranked ‘Best’ Children’s Hospitals in Bay Area in New Report
Children’s hospitals in Bay Area ranked ‘best’ in new report
Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership and 100MARIN Announce Fall 2025 Philanthropy Award Recipient
Center for Volunteer & Nonprofit Leadership and 100MARIN Announce
Fall 2025 Philanthropy Award Recipient