The Marin Board of Supervisors are poised to broaden the scope of the local “social host” law in hopes of saving young lives. The board, at its… Read more “Marin IJ Editorial: Strengthening ‘social host’ law makes sense”
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Marin Supervisors Consider Stricter Social Host Ordinance
The County of Marin first adopted a social host accountability ordinance in 2006 to help deter underage drinking. By Kristina Hock, San Rafael Patch MARIN COUNTY, CA… Read more “Marin Supervisors Consider Stricter Social Host Ordinance”
Further Steps on Social Host Ordinance Proposed
Health staff urges addition of marijuana to list of prohibited substances San Rafael, CA – The County of Marin first adopted a social host accountability ordinance in… Read more “Further Steps on Social Host Ordinance Proposed”
Marin Voice: Tougher countywide ‘social host’ law needed
By Ruby Raye Clarke and Laurie Dubin Summer is almost here and with it comes prom, graduation and lots of free time. It’s an exciting time for… Read more “Marin Voice: Tougher countywide ‘social host’ law needed”
Marin parents more alike than they think
Survey shows shared views on underage drinking By Chris Rooney Marinscope contributor If you think you’re the only parent taking a hard stance against letting your kid… Read more “Marin parents more alike than they think”
Marin survey: Parents fear laxity on youth inebriation
By Richard Halstead, Marin Independent Journal Marin parents are concerned about the possibility of their children binge drinking alcohol or ingesting cannabis, but they doubt other parents… Read more “Marin survey: Parents fear laxity on youth inebriation”
Marin strengthens social host ordinance – pot, party buses
By Keri Brenner, Marin Independent Journal Marin supervisors agreed Tuesday to enhance the county’s social host ordinance to add more specifics on marijuana use, expand locations for… Read more “Marin strengthens social host ordinance – pot, party buses”
New data indicate progress in campaign to prevent opioid deaths in Marin
By Richard Halstead, Marin Independent Journal Posted: 03/08/16, 5:52 PM PST New data indicate efforts in Marin to reduce the number of overdose deaths from narcotic painkillers,… Read more “New data indicate progress in campaign to prevent opioid deaths in Marin”
Marin forum spotlights youth drug, alcohol problem
By Janis Mara, Marin Independent Journal Posted: 08/31/16, 6:38 PM PDT Thirty-three Marin teens intercepted on a party bus carrying drugs and alcohol in June. Recurring violations… Read more “Marin forum spotlights youth drug, alcohol problem”
Dangerous Game: With more prescriptions, more opportunity, more access and more stress than ever, what is being done to help kids avoid drugs?
By Melanie Harken Marin Magazine | September, 2016 “WE HAVE A SERIOUS PROBLEM ON OUR HANDS AND WE’RE JUST NOT GETTING THROUGH TO PEOPLE.” — MATT WILLIS,… Read more “Dangerous Game: With more prescriptions, more opportunity, more access and more stress than ever, what is being done to help kids avoid drugs?”