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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Marin County, California public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Death in Marin County jail and coroner separation
Amy Barry described her sister's death in a jail sobering cell after 19 hours without a mandatory health exam, and a 'paper release' that kept it from being recorded as in-custody. She asked the Board to separate the Sheriff's Office from the coroner function.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The Board adopted a resolution declaring October Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Center for Domestic Peace staff, a Women's Commissioner, and community members urged greater outreach — especially to undocumented survivors afraid to seek help — in the wake of a recent tragedy in Strawberry.