Firewise – For a Safer Scott Valley

Scott Valley’s own Ken Campbell has worked tirelessly on behalf of you, our Scott Valley residents, along with the Mill Valley Fire Department and the Firewise program, to help Scott Valley achieve certification as a Firewise Community.

A special thank you to Ken and the Mill Valley Fire Department for all their hard work towards the goal of keeping Scott Valley fire safe.‚ 

2020 – We have several projects underway and other long-term goals.‚  Presently, dead and dying trees at Camino Alto and Azalea are tagged to be removed in July. In addition, a number of dead and dying trees on the island/median of Midhill Drive will be removed tentatively sometime in August/September.

Scott Valley Retains Firewise Safe Certification – Eight Consecutive Years!

Since 2016, Scott Valley has met the requirements necessary to be considered Firewise safe.  If your insurance company has canceled your insurance or is considering cancellation, please provide them with the certificate below.  In many instances, the cancellation has been reversed.‚  If your insurance company says they still want to cancel, contact the Mill Valley Fire Dept.‚  They have offered to speak with insurance companies of those who are in threat of losing or have lost their insurance.‚  While there are no guarantees, in several instances, the insurance company has reversed its position.

Visit the Fire Safe Marin website for information about Firewise and Scott Valley’s participation.https://www.firesafemarin.org/

Ken Campbell continuously works with the Mill Valley Fire Department and the immediate homeowners between Vasco Court and Underhill Rd to remove deadwood and thick brush on either side of the bike path up to their property lines to mitigate potential hazards. It is our goal to continue with these efforts throughout Scott Valley. In addition, a major clearing of brush took place in 2025 on the backside of Lower Drive.

Firewise is a national program that emphasizes community involvement and provides important information for residents to reduce the risk of wildland fire igniting homes.

Possible Homeowners Insurance Reductions – Contact Your Insurance Company

Scott Valley has been Firewise certified since 2016 through 2026. This endeavor allows Scott Valley residents to contact their property insurance company, informing them of our status, to determine whether they are entitled to a discount on their property insurance.

For additional information about fire safety and prevention, visit the National Fire Association website at‚ https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education