JPAs IN MARIN Community Development Block Grant Program Administers three federal grant programs which make grants available to nonprofit and public agencies for projects serving low income people. COPS/SELAC A Marin Joint Powers Authority (JPA) that distributes COPS and public safety funds from Federal and State sources. Hazardous Materials Response Team A Marin Joint Powers Authority (JPA) that provides consistent unified response to hazardous materials spills. Marin County Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Provides additional resources to local law enforcement in times of emergency or disaster. Local Resources must be committed first of no capability to handle the situation. Marin County Major Crimes Task Force Provides coordinated response to major crimes issues, specifically focusing on drug problems.It is the mission of the MMCTF that the citizen’s of Marin shall live in a narcotic free community. Marin Emergency Radio Authority Our goal is to provide training for all users on the system through a Train-the-Trainer approach. MERA Instructors will provide system and interoperability training to dispatchers and line-users. Marin Hazardous and Solid Waste JPA It's our job to inform county residents and businesses of the many ways they can help reduce and recycle their solid waste and properly dispose of hazardous materials. Marin Parking Authority A Marin Joint Powers Authority (JPA) that administers a parking citation program. Marin Telecommunications Agency Administers franchises pursuant to its own ordinances and regulations for cable television and other telecommunications facilities which occupy the public-rights-of-way. Richardson Bay Regional Agency Richardson Bay Regional Agency is a Joint Powers Authority formed by the County of Marin and the cities of Sausalito, Tiburon, Mill Valley and Belvedere; we're dedicated to maintaining and improving the navigational waterways, open waters, and shoreline of Richardson Bay. Top of page