Corte Madera, California
Upcoming
Town Council
This meeting includes a public hearing to consider approving a 150-unit residential care facility for the elderly at 56 Madera Boulevard, comprising 118 assisted living and 32 memory care units. Council will also decide on a three-year information technology managed services contract with Marin IT for up to $529,672. Several routine consent items, including a Community Development Block Grant cooperation agreement and financial reports, are proposed for approval.
- Public hearing: 150-unit Residential Care Facility for the Elderly at 56 Madera Boulevard (APN 024-031-15) with conditional use permit and design review
- Authorize Town Manager to enter into three-year IT services agreement with Marin IT not to exceed $529,672
- Adopt Resolution No. 29/2026 authorizing three-year CDBG cooperation agreement with County of Marin
- Accept General Fund revenue and expense reports for periods ending April 2026 and May 2026
- Approve minutes of June 16, 2026 Town Council closed session and regular meetings
Sanitary District No. 2 Board
The regular meeting of the Sanitary District No. 2 Board scheduled for July 7, 2026 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for July 21, 2026. No business was conducted at this cancelled meeting.
- Meeting cancelled; no items considered.
Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The July 13, 2026 regular meeting of the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
- Meeting cancellation notice for Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee on July 13, 2026
- Next regular meeting set for September 14, 2026 at 6:30 PM in Town Council Chambers
Recent meetings
Sales Tax Citizens' Oversight Committee
The Sales Tax Citizens' Oversight Committee will review and consider approving the annual report on Measure F sales tax revenue and expenditures for fiscal year 2024-2025. They will also review FY 2025-2026 budget projections and a five-year capital improvement plan, but no action will be taken on that item. The meeting includes election of a chair and public comment periods.
- Measure F 0.75% sales tax generated $4,533,340 in FY 2024-2025
- Total expenditures were $5,502,721, with largest shares on streets (44%) and flood control (37%)
- Ending fund balance $7,487,779, including $2.5M emergency reserve
- Possible approval of the 2024-2025 Annual Report
- Informational review of FY 2025-2026 budget and 5-year capital improvement plan through 2030
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing for a design review of a two-story addition at 537 Tamalpais Drive. The main new hearing considers applications for two single-family residences and one accessory dwelling unit (ADU) on vacant lots at Meadowsweet Drive and Casa Buena Drive, including a variance for a parking deck height exceeding three feet within the front yard setback. No other business or consent items are on the agenda.
- 537 Tamalpais Drive: continued hearing for 827 sq ft second-story and 345 sq ft first-story additions
- APN 033-031-68 (Lot 2): design review for three-level single-family residence and detached ADU
- APN 033-031-69 (Lot 3): design review for three-level single-family residence
- Variance application for parking deck at Lot 2 to exceed three-foot height in front yard setback
- No consent calendar items or business items on the agenda
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for June 22, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 27, 2026, at 6:30 PM.
Parks and Recreation Commission
The June 22, 2026 meeting of the Corte Madera Parks and Recreation Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM.
- Meeting of June 22, 2026 cancelled; next regular meeting July 27, 2026 at 6:30 PM in Town Hall Council Chambers
Climate Action Committee
The Corte Madera Climate Action Committee will receive a presentation on a policy proposal aimed at improving compliance with state organic waste law SB 1383 through truck-mounted cameras and resident education. The committee will also discuss potential participation in the Fourth of July event and Lions Club Car Show for public outreach, and review progress on focus areas including electrification, water-efficient landscaping, and waste reduction.
- Presentation of Waste Sorting Policy Proposal (Brittany Klipper Alana) for SB 1383 compliance using smart hauler technology and resident education
- Discussion of potential committee participation in Fourth of July event and Lions Club Car Show
- Discussion of outreach focus areas: Electrification Preparation, Low Water Use Landscaping, and Waste
- Approval of minutes from the May 20, 2026 meeting
Sanitary District No. 2 Board
The Sanitary District No. 2 Board will consider authorizing a $2.8 million sewer rehabilitation project (Phase III) and approve several consent calendar items, including notices of completion for two sewer projects and resolutions on appropriations limits and easement vacation. No public hearings are scheduled.
- Consider awarding contract up to $2,800,000 plus 15% contingency for Category 5 Sewer Rehabilitation Project Phase III
- Authorize Notice of Completion for Paradise Pump Station Rehabilitation Project (No. 23-202)
- Authorize Notice of Completion for Cat 5 Sewer Rehabilitation Project Phase I (No. 23-205)
- Adopt Resolution No. 04/2026 establishing appropriations limit for FY 2026-2027
- Adopt Resolution No. 05/2026 delegating authority to vacate public service easements to District Manager
Town Council
The Corte Madera Town Council will hold a regular meeting to vote on consent items and discuss several business items. Key actions include authorizing a $145,460 professional services agreement for an economic strategic plan and potentially forming an economic development subcommittee. The Council will also discuss a possible ordinance banning tobacco and nicotine product sales and consider revisions to the FY 2026/2027 budget.
- Adopt proclamation supporting Parks Make Life Better Month – July 2026
- Approve funds for councilmembers to attend League of California Cities Annual Conference and appoint voting delegate
- Extend joint-use agreement with Larkspur-Corte Madera School District for Neil Cummins School and Town Park through 2037
- Authorize up to $145,460 for an economic strategic plan with Good City Company and Economic & Planning Systems
- Discuss direction on an ordinance prohibiting sale of tobacco and nicotine products in Corte Madera
Town Council
This is a special meeting of the Corte Madera Town Council with only procedural items. The council will adjourn to closed session to discuss one case of significant exposure to litigation, then reconvene to report out any action. No other business is scheduled.
- Closed session under Cal. Govt. Code Sec. 54956.9 for significant exposure to litigation (1 case)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an SB 330 application for a residential care facility for the elderly at 56 Madera Boulevard. The project proposes 150 units, including 118 assisted living and 32 memory care units. No other new or continued hearings are scheduled.
- Public hearing for a 150-unit residential care facility for the elderly (118 assisted living, 32 memory care) at 56 Madera Boulevard (APN 024-031-15)
Flood Control Board
The Flood Control Board will discuss the response to the January 3, 2026 tidal flood event and consider creating an ad-hoc subcommittee for a flood preparedness fair. They will also review restrictions on filling in flood zones and issues with the Staghound South storm system. Project updates include the Marina Village flood berm project, storm drain pump station repairs (Phase 1), and Shorebird Marsh pump station replacement.
- Discussion of January 3, 2026 tidal flood response
- Possible creation of ad-hoc subcommittee for flood preparedness fair
- Review of restrictions and adverse impacts to filling in flood zone
- Staghound South storm system issues
- Marina Village flood berm project update
Sanitary District No. 2 Board
This meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 16, 2026, at 6:45 PM or after the Town Council meeting.
- Meeting cancelled; no business conducted
Town Council
The Corte Madera Town Council is holding a special meeting primarily to adjourn to closed session to discuss existing litigation in the case Victor Chiang v. Town of Corte Madera. The council will then reconvene in open session to report any actions taken. Public comment will be taken on the closed session item before adjournment.
- Closed session discussion of existing litigation: Victor Chiang, as Trustee of the Corte Madera Property Trust v. Town of Corte Madera
- Public comment opportunity on closed session item
Town Council
The Town Council will consider adopting resolutions to place a paramedic parcel tax measure and a councilmember election on the November 2026 ballot, approve amendments to the Ross Valley Paramedic Authority JPA agreement, and discuss proposed amendments to the FY 2026-27 operating budget. Consent items include terminating the January 2026 local emergency declaration and approving the SB1 project list. The council will also interview a youth applicant for the Climate Action Committee and present the Citizen of the Year award.
- Consideration of a ballot measure imposing and extending a special parcel tax for paramedic services (Resolution 24/2026)
- Calling a general municipal election on November 3, 2026 to elect three councilmembers (Resolution 25/2026)
- Approval of amendments to the Ross Valley Paramedic Authority Joint Powers Authority Agreement (Resolution 23/2026)
- Discussion of proposed amendments to the FY 2026-2027 operating budget, Equipment & Technology Fund, and Parks & Rec Fund
- Termination of the January 6, 2026 Declaration of Local Emergency (Resolution 19/2026)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a design review application for a two-story addition of 827 square feet and a first-story addition of 345 square feet to an existing split-level residence at 537 Tamalpais Drive. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the consent calendar and continued hearings are empty.
- New public hearing: Design Review PL26-0009 for 827 sq ft second-story and 345 sq ft first-story addition at 537 Tamalpais Drive
Climate Action Committee
The Climate Action Committee will consider approving minutes from April 15, then discuss member recruitment and four outreach focus areas: electrification, tree planting, low water landscaping, and waste. These are discussion items only; no votes on the substance are scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from the April 15, 2026 meeting
- Discussion of Climate Action Committee member recruitment
- Discussion of electrification preparation outreach materials
- Discussion of tree planting outreach campaign
- Discussion of low water use landscaping and waste initiatives
Town Council
At this special meeting, the Town Council will adjourn to closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation in the case Victor Chiang v. Town of Corte Madera. The council will then reconvene in open session to report any actions taken, and no other business is scheduled.
- Closed session discussion of existing litigation: Victor Chiang v. Town of Corte Madera
The Town Council held a closed session special meeting to discuss existing litigation in the case Victor Chiang v. Town of Corte Madera. After reconvening, Mayor Thomas announced that direction to staff was provided. No public comments were received and no votes were taken on substantive matters.
- Adjourned to closed session to discuss pending litigation (Victor Chiang v. Town of Corte Madera)
- Reconvened and announced direction to staff on the litigation
Sanitary District No. 2 Board
The regular meeting of the Sanitary District No. 2 Board scheduled for May 19, 2026 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for June 2, 2026 at 6:45 PM or after the conclusion of the Corte Madera Town Council meeting. No other business is on this agenda.
- Meeting of May 19, 2026 cancelled
Town Council
The Town Council holds a special meeting solely to interview candidates for the Planning Commission and the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee. One applicant is being considered for the Planning Commission; four applicants, including two incumbents, are being considered for the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee. Following interviews, the Council will deliberate and make appointments.
- Interview of Michael Harlock for Planning Commission
- Interviews of four applicants for Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee (incumbents Bob Ravasio and Henry Faust, plus Andrews Hoskins and David Macpherson)
- Meeting limited to Item 3 only; no other business on the agenda
The council interviewed applicants for two advisory bodies and voted unanimously (5-0) to appoint Michael Harlock to the Planning Commission for a term from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2028. It also appointed Bob Ravasio, Henry Faust, and David Macpherson to the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee for the same term on a 4-1 vote (Councilmember Ravasio recused). No other substantive decisions were made at this special meeting.
- Appointed Michael Harlock to Planning Commission for 2026-2028 term (5-0)
- Appointed Bob Ravasio, Henry Faust, and David Macpherson to Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee for 2026-2028 term (4-1, Ravasio recused)
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss and potentially adopt a resolution amending the Ross Valley Paramedic Authority Joint Powers Authority agreement, including a new paramedic tax measure for fiscal years 2027/28 through 2030/31. The Council will also receive a progress report on flood recovery and preparedness actions, and a presentation on budget preparation reviewing funds. Consent items include acknowledging April 2026 disbursements, reappointing members to several committees, vacating an easement for "The Village" secondary pedestrian bridge, and approving meeting minutes.
- Review of proposed amendments to the Ross Valley Paramedic Authority JPA agreement and a new paramedic tax measure for 2027/28-2030/31
- Progress report on flood recovery and preparedness actions
- Budget preparation presentation reviewing funds
- Adoption of resolutions to summarily vacate an abandoned easement for "The Village" secondary pedestrian bridge (Resolutions No. 17/2026 and 18/2026)
- Re-appointments to Climate Action Committee, Finance Advisory Committee, Flood Control Board, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, and Sales Tax Citizens’ Oversight Committee
Council unanimously approved Consent Calendar items including Resolution No. 17/2026 ordering summary vacation of an abandoned easement for The Village secondary pedestrian bridge and Resolution No. 18/2026 delegating authority to summarily vacate public service easements to the Public Works Director. Also approved re-appointments to town committees and accepted an annual report on staff vacancies. Discussed but took no final action on proposed amendments to the Ross Valley Paramedic Authority JPA agreement and a new paramedic tax measure; the item will return with a cost analysis.
- Approved Resolution No. 17/2026 ordering summary vacation of abandoned easement for The Village secondary pedestrian bridge (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 18/2026 delegating authority to summarily vacate public service easements to Public Works Director (5-0)
- Approved re-appointments to Climate Action Committee, Finance Advisory Committee, Flood Control Board, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, and Sales Tax Citizens’ Oversight Committee (5-0)
- Approved minutes of May 5, 2026 regular meeting (5-0)
- Accepted annual report on staff vacancies, recruitment and retention efforts as required under AB 2561 (5-0)
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss implementing the SunSafe Marin program to install free sunscreen dispensers at Town Park, Granada Park, and Cove Park. They will also review a draft Public Art Policy and receive a preview of Camp Corte Madera and contract camps. The consent calendar includes approval of April 20 meeting minutes.
- Discussion on SunSafe Marin program requesting 5 sunscreen dispensers at Town Park (3), Granada Park (1), and Cove Park (1)
- Review and discussion of draft Public Art Policy
- Preview of Camp Corte Madera and contract camps by recreation staff
- Approval of minutes from April 20, 2026 special meeting
- Staff updates on East Field, Town Park Playground, Menke Park, and pickleball court repairs
The Parks and Recreation Commission approved a draft Outdoor Event Policy for large special events on Town property. The policy will be included with the special event application and posted on the town's website. The commission also approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from the March 23, 2026 meeting. Both votes were 5-0-2 with two commissioners absent.
- Approved consent calendar including March 23, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-2)
- Approved Draft Outdoor Event Policy for Large Special Events on Town Property (5-0-2)
Fire Council - Central Marin Fire Authority
The Central Marin Fire Council will meet to receive the annual independent audit report, consider adopting the budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, and vote on authorizing the purchase of one new battalion chief command vehicle. Consent items include approving prior meeting minutes and accepting financial reports for the period ending March 31, 2026.
- Acceptance of annual independent audit report for FY 2024-2025
- Consideration and possible adoption of Resolution 2026/04 approving the FY 2026-2027 budget
- Consideration and possible adoption of Resolution 2026/05 authorizing purchase of a new battalion chief command vehicle
- Approve minutes of the February 12, 2026 regular meeting
- Accept General Fund and Measure C Fire Tax Fund revenue and expenditure report through March 31, 2026
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a design review application for a 636 sq ft second-story addition and a 158 sq ft first-story addition at 169 Birch Avenue, including raising the residence above base flood elevation. The consent calendar, continued hearings, and business items are all empty, making this the only substantive decision item on the agenda.
- 169 Birch Avenue – Design Review Application PL25-0065 for a 636 sq ft second-story addition and 158 sq ft first-story addition, with flood elevation raising
- Tentative future item: 537 Tamalpais Drive – Design Review Application PL26-0009 for an 827 sq ft second-story and 345 sq ft first-story addition (May 26, 2026 meeting)
Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The May 11, 2026 regular meeting of the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 13, 2026.
Finance Advisory Committee
The meeting of the Corte Madera Finance Advisory Committee scheduled for May 7, 2026 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM. No agenda items were considered.
- Meeting cancelled; no agenda items.
Sanitary District No. 2 Board
The Sanitary District No. 2 Board will consider accepting the annual independent audit report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025, continued from a previous meeting. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes from April 21, 2026. No public hearings or other substantive items are scheduled.
- Acceptance of Sanitary District No. 2 Annual Independent Audit Report for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025
- Approval of minutes from April 21, 2026 regular meeting
Town Council
The Council will review a resolution to amend requirements for serving on local advisory legislative bodies. The meeting also includes several consent calendar items regarding financial reports, community proclamations, and signage.
- Resolution No. 16/2026: Amending requirements for serving on an advisory legislative body
- Resolution No. 14/2026: Displaying the Rainbow LGBTQ+ Pride Flag at Town Hall in June 2026
- Proclamation: Declaring June 5, 2026, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day
- Resolution No. 15/2026: Allowing four temporary signs for the Corte Madera Community Foundation Summer Concert Series
- General Fund Revenue and Expense Report for the period ending March 2026
The Town Council adopted Resolution No. 16/2026 with amendments to update expectations for serving on advisory legislative bodies. The Council also approved several consent items, including the display of the LGBTQ+ Pride flag and a proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day.
- Adopted Resolution No. 16/2026 amending requirements for advisory legislative bodies (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 14/2026 to display LGBTQ+ Pride flag at Town Hall in June 2026 (5-0)
- Approved proclamation declaring June 5, 2026, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 15/2026 for four temporary Summer Concert Series signs (5-0)
- Accepted General Fund Revenue and Expense Report for period ending March 2026 (5-0)
- Accepted Quarterly Investment Report for period ending March 31 (5-0)
- Approved April 21, 2026 Closed Session and Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a design review permit amendment, setback variance, and parking variance to expand the existing Marin Joe's restaurant at 1585 Casa Buena Drive by 97 square feet with no increase in seat count. The consent calendar and continued hearings are empty; no other new hearings or business items are scheduled.
- 1585 Casa Buena Drive – Design Review Permit Amendment, Setback Variance, and Parking Variance to expand Marin Joe's restaurant by 97 square feet, no additional seats
- Tentative future item: 169 Birch Avenue – Design Review for a 636 sq ft second-story addition and 158 sq ft first-story addition, raising residence above base flood elevation
Sanitary District No. 2 Board
The Sanitary District No. 2 Board will consider adopting a resolution authorizing formation of a Consolidation Committee with Marin County LAFCo to explore expanding or forming a new central Marin wastewater district. The consent calendar includes correcting the sewer user service charge rate for FY2027-2028 and accepting a sewer easement at 3 Lupine Drive. The Board will also accept the annual independent audit report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
- Adopt Resolution No. 01/2026 correcting the sewer user service charge rate for Fiscal Year 2027-2028
- Accept sanitary sewer easement at 3 Lupine Drive and authorize agreement with Jehling Family Trust
- Approve minutes of November 18, 2025 regular meeting
- Accept annual independent audit report for Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2025
- Consider Resolution No. 03/2026 authorizing formation of a Consolidation Committee with LAFCo for central Marin wastewater district
The board voted 4-1 to adopt Resolution 03/2026 authorizing formation of a Consolidation Committee with Marin County LAFCo to explore expanding an existing agency or forming a new Central Marin Wastewater District. The consent calendar was approved 4-1, including adoption of Resolution 01/2026 correcting the sewer user service charge rate for FY 2027-2028, acceptance of a sanitary sewer easement at 3 Lupine Drive, and approval of prior meeting minutes. The annual independent audit presentation was continued to the next meeting due to the auditor's absence.
- Adopted Resolution 03/2026 authorizing formation of a Consolidation Committee with LAFCo (4-1)
- Approved Consent Calendar including Resolution 01/2026 correcting sewer user service charge rate (4-1)
- Accepted sanitary sewer easement at 3 Lupine Drive via Consent Calendar (4-1)
- Approved minutes of November 18, 2025 meeting via Consent Calendar (4-1)
- Continued annual independent audit report presentation to next meeting (4-1)
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed 2.20% rate increase for solid waste and recycling services by Mill Valley Refuse Services, effective July 1, 2026. The council will also consider approving the amended Measure AA expenditure plan adopted by TAM and accept the annual independent audit report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Consent items include acknowledging March 2026 accounts disbursements and approving the April 7 meeting minutes.
- Public hearing on Resolution 13/2026 for a 2.20% rate increase for solid waste and recycling services by Mill Valley Refuse Services
- Approval of amended Measure AA expenditure plan as adopted by the Transportation Authority of Marin
- Presentation and acceptance of the Town Annual Independent Audit Report for FY ending June 30, 2025
- Acknowledge and file accounts disbursements for March 2026
- Approve minutes of the April 7, 2026 Town Council regular meeting
The Town Council approved a 2.20% increase in waste collection rates and the amended Measure AA expenditure plan. The council also accepted the fiscal year 2025 audit report and approved the consent calendar.
- Approved Consent Calendar items 4.A. through 4.B. (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 13/2026 increasing waste rates by 2.20% (4-1)
- Approved amended Measure AA expenditure plan (4-1)
- Accepted fiscal year 2025 audit report (4-1)
Town Council
The Town Council is holding a special meeting primarily to adjourn into closed session for a conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (one case). No other substantive items are on the agenda. The meeting reconvenes in open session only to report out any action taken in closed session, then adjourns.
- Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation (Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(4), 1 case)
The Town Council met in a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the initiation of one litigation case. No substantive decisions were reported following the session.
- Adjourned to closed session to discuss anticipated litigation
Parks and Recreation Commission
The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and potentially approve a draft outdoor event policy for large special events (250+ participants) on town property. They will also receive an update on capital improvement projects including the Intergenerational Center, Town Park East Field, Menke Park, and Town Park Playground renovation. The consent calendar includes approval of the March 23 meeting minutes. Commissioner reports will cover upcoming egg hunts and other updates.
- Review of Draft Outdoor Event Policy for Large Special Events on Town Property
- Update on capital improvement projects: Corte Madera Intergenerational Center, Town Park East Field, Menke Park, Town Park Playground renovation
- Approve minutes of March 23, 2026, regular meeting
- Staff and commissioner reports including Twin Cities Egg Hunts and Public Art Policy
- Discussion of potential future agenda items and ad-hoc committee assignments
The Commission reviewed updates to the Special Event Permit Application, including new waste management and food ware requirements. Members requested a draft policy for large-scale outdoor events be presented at the April meeting. The Commission also rescheduled the April 27 meeting to April 20.
- Approved January 26, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0-1)
- Requested draft policy for large-scale special events for April meeting
- Approved moving April 27 meeting to a Special Meeting on April 20 (5-0-2)
Climate Action Committee
The committee will discuss four outreach focus areas: electrification preparation, tree planting (shifting toward native and wildfire-resilient landscaping), low water use landscaping, and waste. Attachments include draft native plant messaging and an invitation for the May 9 Eco-Friendly Garden Tour. No votes or final decisions are expected.
- Shift from tree planting to native/wildfire-resilient landscaping
- Participation in the May 9 Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership Eco-Friendly Garden Tour
- Exploring expansion of Zero Waste Schools program to Redwood High School
- Draft native and fire-safe plant messaging attached to agenda (Item 4Aii)
- Draft invitation for Eco-Friendly Garden Tour attached to agenda (Item 4Aiii)
The Climate Action Committee held a regular meeting focused on updates from subcommittees on electrification, tree planting, low-water landscaping, and waste outreach. No formal votes or substantive decisions were taken; the only action was unanimous approval of the previous meeting's minutes. Members discussed draft materials and future events but did not adopt any proposals.
- Approved minutes of March 18, 2026 meeting (5-0)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a design review and variance application for a home at 208 Summit Drive. The project includes a 2,148-square-foot addition to the existing three-story home and a request to exceed the 30-foot maximum allowed height. No other hearings or business items are scheduled. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and discussion of future agenda items.
- Public hearing on Design Review PL25-0043 and Variance PL25-0076 for 208 Summit Drive: remodel and addition of 2,148 sq ft to existing 1,971 sq ft home, seeking to exceed the 30-ft height limit.
Flood Control Board
The Flood Control Board's regular meeting scheduled for April 13, 2026, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 8, 2026, at 6:30pm in the Town Council Chambers.
- Regular meeting of April 13, 2026 cancelled; next meeting June 8, 2026
Sanitary District No. 2 Board
The April 7, 2026 regular meeting of the Sanitary District No. 2 Board has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2026.
Town Council
The Town Council will consider adopting Ordinance 1059, which would ban the sale of electronic smoking devices, heated smoking systems, and tobacco or nicotine pouches, establish minimum pricing for cigarettes and other tobacco products, and prohibit coupon redemption and discounts. The council will also receive a presentation from the Central Marin Fire Authority on vegetation management work in Corte Madera and consider authorizing up to $360,000 plus a 10% contingency for tenant improvements at the Intergenerational Center and Chamber of Commerce.
- Ordinance 1059: ban on electronic smoking devices and nicotine pouches, minimum pricing for cigarettes and smokeless tobacco
- Vegetation management presentation from Central Marin Fire Authority with possible direction to staff
- Authorization of construction contract up to $360,000 plus 10% contingency for Intergenerational Center and Chamber of Commerce tenant improvements (Project No. 25-010)
- Resolution extending local emergency declared January 6, 2026
- Approve funds for Councilmember Beckman to attend California Community Choice Association 2026 conference in Sacramento
The Town Council unanimously approved a consent calendar that included Ordinance No. 1059, which establishes minimum pricing for cigarettes and tobacco products, bans the sale of electronic smoking devices and heated smoking systems, and prohibits coupon redemption. The council also authorized up to $360,000 plus a 10% contingency for tenant improvements at the Intergenerational Center and Chamber of Commerce, and adopted a resolution accepting the annual report on development impact fees. A vegetation management presentation was received for discussion with no formal decision.
- Approved Consent Calendar 4.A-4.H (5-0) including Ordinance 1059 banning e-cigarette sales and setting minimum tobacco prices
- Authorized construction contract for Intergenerational Center & Chamber of Commerce tenant improvements, not to exceed $360,000 plus 10% contingency (3-1-1, Thomas opposed, Beckman absent)
- Adopted Resolution No. 12/2026 accepting the Annual Report on Development Impact Fees (4-1, Beckman absent)
- Extended meeting to 10:00 PM (5-0)
- Approved Councilmember Beckman's remote attendance due to illness (5-0)