Corte Madera, California

Planning Commission

Town Council

The regular Town Council meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 6:30 PM.

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

The regular meeting of the Board Members for Sanitary District No. 2 scheduled for July 21, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 4, 2026.

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will hold elections for a new Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes a presentation on progress regarding the Electric Vehicle work plan and a discussion on committee reorganization.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation of Electric Vehicle (EV) Work Plan progress
• Discussion of Climate Action Committee focus areas and subcommittee reorganization
• Discussion of Student Ambassador Program

Planning Commission

The Corte Madera Planning Commission will meet on July 14, 2026, to review and discuss potential amendments to the municipal code related to commercial regulations. These updates would change local rules governing business operations in Corte Madera. No public hearings or consent calendar items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Review of potential amendments to the Corte Madera Municipal Code regarding commercial regulations
• Presentation by Principal Planner Martha Battaglia and consultant Martha Miller of Miller Planning Associates
• Approval of minutes from the June 9, 2026, Planning Commission meeting
• Tentative agenda items for the July 28, 2026, meeting

Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee

La reunión regular del 13 de julio de 2026 del Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión regular está programada para el 14 de septiembre de 2026 a las 6:30 PM.

• Aviso de cancelación de la reunión del Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee el 13 de julio de 2026
• Próxima reunión regular programada para el 14 de septiembre de 2026 a las 6:30 PM en Town Council Chambers

Town Council

Esta reunión incluye una audiencia pública para considerar la aprobación de una instalación de cuidado residencial para personas mayores de 150 unidades en 56 Madera Boulevard, que comprende 118 unidades de vida asistida y 32 unidades de cuidado de la memoria. El Concejo también decidirá sobre un contrato de servicios gestionados de tecnología de la información de tres años con Marin IT por hasta $529,672. Se propone la aprobación de varios artículos de consentimiento rutinarios, incluyendo un acuerdo de cooperación de la Subvención en Bloque para el Desarrollo Comunitario y reportes financieros.

• Audiencia pública: Instalación de Cuidado Residencial para Personas Mayores de 150 unidades en 56 Madera Boulevard (APN 024-031-15) con permiso de uso condicional y revisión de diseño
• Autorizar al Administrador del Pueblo a celebrar un acuerdo de servicios de TI de tres años con Marin IT que no exceda los $529,672
• Adoptar la Resolución No. 29/2026 que autoriza el acuerdo de cooperación de CDBG de tres años con el Condado de Marin
• Aceptar los reportes de ingresos y gastos del Fondo General para los periodos que terminan en abril de 2026 y mayo de 2026
• Aprobar las actas de la sesión cerrada y las reuniones regulares del Concejo Municipal del 16 de junio de 2026

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

La reunión ordinaria de la Junta del Distrito Sanitario No. 2 programada para el 7 de julio de 2026 ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión ordinaria está programada para el 21 de julio de 2026. No se realizaron gestiones en esta reunión cancelada.

• Reunión cancelada; no se consideraron puntos.

Sales Tax Citizens' Oversight Committee

El Comité de Supervisión Ciudadana del Impuesto sobre las Ventas revisará y considerará la aprobación del informe anual sobre los ingresos y gastos del impuesto sobre las ventas de la Medida F para el año fiscal 2024-2025. También revisarán las proyecciones presupuestarias para el año fiscal 2025-2026 y un plan de mejoras de capital de cinco años, pero no se tomará ninguna acción sobre ese punto. La reunión incluye la elección de un presidente y periodos de comentarios públicos.

• El impuesto sobre las ventas del 0.75% de la Medida F generó $4,533,340 en el año fiscal 2024-2025
• Los gastos totales fueron de $5,502,721, con las mayores participaciones en calles (44%) y control de inundaciones (37%)
• Saldo final del fondo de $7,487,779, incluyendo una reserva de emergencia de $2.5M
• Posible aprobación del Informe Anual 2024-2025
• Revisión informativa del presupuesto del año fiscal 2025-2026 y del plan de mejoras de capital de 5 años hasta 2030

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación celebrará una audiencia pública continuada para una revisión de diseño de una adición de dos pisos en 537 Tamalpais Drive. La nueva audiencia principal considera solicitudes para dos viviendas unifamiliares y una unidad de vivienda accesoria (ADU) en lotes vacíos en Meadowsweet Drive y Casa Buena Drive, incluida una variación para que la altura de un estacionamiento subterráneo supere los tres pies dentro de la franja de retiro delantero. No hay otros asuntos ni elementos de consentimiento en el orden del día.

• 537 Tamalpais Drive: audiencia continuada para adiciones de segundo piso de 827 pies cuadrados y primer piso de 345 pies cuadrados
• APN 033-031-68 (Lote 2): revisión de diseño para vivienda unifamiliar de tres niveles y ADU independiente
• APN 033-031-69 (Lote 3): revisión de diseño para vivienda unifamiliar de tres niveles
• Solicitud de variación para estacionamiento subterráneo en el Lote 2 para exceder la altura de tres pies en la franja de retiro delantero
• No hay elementos del calendario de consentimiento ni asuntos en el orden del día

Parks and Recreation Commission

La reunión de la Comisión de Parques y Recreación programada para el 22 de junio de 2026 ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión regular está programada para el 27 de julio de 2026, a las 6:30 PM.

Parks and Recreation Commission

La reunión del 22 de junio de 2026 de la Comisión de Parques y Recreación de Corte Madera ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión regular está programada para el 27 de julio de 2026 a las 6:30 PM.

• Reunión del 22 de junio de 2026 cancelada; próxima reunión regular el 27 de julio de 2026 a las 6:30 PM en Town Hall Council Chambers

Climate Action Committee

El Comité de Acción Climática de Corte Madera recibirá una presentación sobre una propuesta de política destinada a mejorar el cumplimiento de la ley estatal de residuos orgánicos SB 1383 a través de cámaras montadas en camiones y educación para los residentes. El comité también discutirá la posible participación en el evento del Fourth of July y el Lions Club Car Show para la divulgación pública, y revisará el progreso en áreas de enfoque que incluyen la electrificación, el paisajismo eficiente en el uso del agua y la reducción de residuos.

• Presentación de la Propuesta de Política de Clasificación de Residuos (Brittany Klipper Alana) para el cumplimiento de SB 1383 utilizando tecnología de recolectores inteligentes y educación para los residentes
• Discusión sobre la posible participación del comité en el evento del Fourth of July y el Lions Club Car Show
• Discusión de las áreas de enfoque de divulgación: Preparación para la Electrificación, Paisajismo de Bajo Uso de Agua y Residuos
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del May 20, 2026

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

La Junta del Sanitary District No. 2 considerará autorizar un proyecto de rehabilitación de alcantarillado de $2.8 millones (Fase III) y aprobará varios artículos del calendario de consentimiento, incluyendo avisos de finalización para dos proyectos de alcantarillado y resoluciones sobre límites de apropiaciones y vacación de servidumbres. No hay audiencias públicas programadas.

• Considerar la adjudicación del contrato hasta $2,800,000 más un 15% de contingencia para el Category 5 Sewer Rehabilitation Project Phase III
• Autorizar el Aviso de Finalización para el Paradise Pump Station Rehabilitation Project (No. 23-202)
• Autorizar el Aviso de Finalización para el Cat 5 Sewer Rehabilitation Project Phase I (No. 23-205)
• Adoptar la Resolución No. 04/2026 que establece el límite de apropiaciones para el año fiscal 2026-2027
• Adoptar la Resolución No. 05/2026 delegando la autoridad para vacar servidumbres de servicio público al District Manager

Town Council

El Concejo Municipal de Corte Madera llevará a cabo una reunión regular para votar sobre puntos de consentimiento y discutir varios asuntos de negocios. Las acciones clave incluyen la autorización de un acuerdo de servicios profesionales de $145,460 para un plan estratégico económico y la posible formación de un subcomité de desarrollo económico. El Concejo también discutirá una posible ordenanza que prohíba la venta de productos de tabaco y nicotina y considerará revisiones al presupuesto del año fiscal 2026/2027.

• Adoptar la proclama de apoyo al Mes de los Parques Mejoran la Vida – julio de 2026
• Aprobar fondos para que los concejales asistan a la Conferencia Anual de la League of California Cities y designar al delegado votante
• Extender el acuerdo de uso conjunto con el Larkspur-Corte Madera School District para la Neil Cummins School y el Town Park hasta 2037
• Autorizar hasta $145,460 para un plan estratégico económico con Good City Company y Economic & Planning Systems
• Discutir la dirección sobre una ordenanza que prohíba la venta de productos de tabaco y nicotina en Corte Madera

The Council authorized a contract for an Economic Strategic Plan and approved revisions to the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 budget. Staff were directed to continue drafting an ordinance to prohibit the sale of tobacco and nicotine products. Several administrative items and a joint-use facility agreement were approved via the consent calendar.

• Approved contract with Good City Company and EPS for Economic Strategic Plan not to exceed $145,460 (5-0)
• Formed Economic Development Subcommittee with Vice Mayor Casissa and Councilmember Andrews (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 28/2026 approving FY 2026/2027 budget revisions (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 26/2026 extending joint-use agreement with Larkspur-Corte Madera School District to 2037 (5-0)
• Approved Statement of Investment Policy for FY 2026-2027 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 27/2026 establishing FY 2026-2027 appropriations limit (5-0)
• Cancelled Council meetings on July 21 and August 18, 2026 (5-0)
• Directed staff to draft tobacco and nicotine sales prohibition ordinance with target end-of-sales date of December 31, 2026

Town Council

Esta es una reunión especial del Concejo Municipal de Corte Madera con artículos únicamente procedimentales. El concejo pasará a sesión cerrada para discutir un caso de exposición significativa a litigios y luego se reunirá nuevamente para informar sobre cualquier acción. No hay otros asuntos programados.

• Sesión cerrada bajo Cal. Govt. Code Sec. 54956.9 por exposición significativa a litigios (1 caso)

The Town Council held a closed session special meeting to discuss a case involving significant exposure to litigation. Mayor Thomas announced that no reportable action was taken, though direction was provided to staff.

• No reportable action taken regarding closed session litigation item

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una solicitud SB 330 para una instalación de cuidado residencial para ancianos en 56 Madera Boulevard. El proyecto propone 150 unidades, incluyendo 118 de vida asistida y 32 unidades de cuidado de la memoria. No hay otras audiencias nuevas o continuas programadas.

• Audiencia pública para una instalación de cuidado residencial para ancianos de 150 unidades (118 de vida asistida, 32 de cuidado de la memoria) en 56 Madera Boulevard (APN 024-031-15)

The commission voted to approve Resolution 26-007, which recommends that the Town Council adopt a CEQA exemption for the 150‑unit residential care facility at 56 Madera Boulevard. The resolution also approves a Conditional Use Permit and the preliminary, precise and design‑review plans for the project. The motion passed unanimously with four ayes and no noes; Commissioner Boshoer was absent.

• Approved Resolution 26-007 recommending CEQA exemption and Conditional Use Permit for 56 Madera Blvd RCFE (4-0)

Flood Control Board

La Junta de Control de Inundaciones discutirá la respuesta al evento de inundación por marea del 3 de enero de 2026 y considerará la creación de un subcomité ad-hoc para una feria de preparación ante inundaciones. También revisarán las restricciones sobre el relleno en zonas inundables y problemas con el sistema de tormentas Staghound South. Las actualizaciones de proyectos incluyen el proyecto del berma contra inundaciones de Marina Village, las reparaciones de la estación de bombeo de drenaje de tormentas (Fase 1) y el reemplazo de la estación de bombeo de Shorebird Marsh.

• Discusión de la respuesta a la inundación por marea del 3 de enero de 2026
• Posible creación de un subcomité ad-hoc para una feria de preparación ante inundaciones
• Revisión de restricciones e impactos adversos al relleno en zona inundable
• Problemas del sistema de tormentas Staghound South
• Actualización del proyecto del berma contra inundaciones de Marina Village

Town Council

El Concejo Municipal considerará adoptar resoluciones para incluir una medida de impuesto sobre parcelas para paramédicos y una elección de concejales en la boleta de noviembre de 2026, aprobar enmiendas al acuerdo JPA de la Ross Valley Paramedic Authority y discutir enmiendas propuestas al presupuesto operativo del año fiscal 2026-27. Los puntos de consentimiento incluyen la terminación de la declaración de emergencia local de enero de 2026 y la aprobación de la lista de proyectos SB1. El concejo también entrevistará a un solicitante joven para el Comité de Acción Climática y presentará el premio al Ciudadano del Año.

• Consideración de una medida electoral para imponer y extender un impuesto especial sobre parcelas para servicios de paramédicos (Resolución 24/2026)
• Convocatoria a una elección municipal general el 3 de noviembre de 2026 para elegir a tres concejales (Resolución 25/2026)
• Aprobación de enmiendas al Acuerdo de la Autoridad Conjunta de Poderes de la Ross Valley Paramedic Authority (Resolución 23/2026)
• Discusión de enmiendas propuestas al presupuesto operativo del año fiscal 2026-2027, al Fondo de Equipo y Tecnología, y al Fondo de Parques y Recreación
• Terminación de la Declaración de Emergencia Local del 6 de enero de 2026 (Resolución 19/2026)

The council voted 4-1 to place a special parcel tax for paramedic services on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. It also approved amendments to the Ross Valley Paramedic Authority joint powers agreement (4-1) and called for a council election for three seats (5-0). Emily Muller was appointed to the Climate Action Committee (5-0). The council discussed but took no action on proposed FY 2026-27 budget amendments.

• Approved paramedic parcel tax measure for November ballot (4-1)
• Adopted RVPA joint powers agreement amendments (4-1)
• Called for November election to fill three council seats (5-0)
• Appointed Emily Muller to Climate Action Committee (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar: termination of local emergency, SB1 project list, temporary signs, posting locations, and meeting minutes (5-0)

Town Council

El Consejo del pueblo de Corte Madera celebrará una reunión especial principalmente para pasar a sesión privada para discutir la litigación existente en el caso Victor Chiang contra el pueblo de Corte Madera. El consejo luego se reunirá nuevamente en sesión pública para informar sobre cualquier acción tomada. Se tomará comentarios públicos sobre el asunto de la sesión privada antes de la clausura.

• Discusión en sesión privada de la litigación existente: Victor Chiang, como Fiduciario del Corte Madera Property Trust contra el pueblo de Corte Madera
• Oportunidad de comentarios públicos sobre el asunto de la sesión privada

The Town Council recessed to closed session to discuss one case of existing litigation. No open session decisions were made.

• Recessed to closed session regarding Victor Chiang v. Town of Corte Madera
• No open session decisions reported

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

Esta reunión ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión regular está programada para el 16 de junio de 2026, a las 6:45 PM o después de la reunión del Concejo Municipal.

• Reunión cancelada; no se realizaron gestiones

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una solicitud de revisión de diseño para una ampliación de dos pisos de 827 pies cuadrados y una ampliación de un primer piso de 345 pies cuadrados en una residencia de nivel dividido existente en 537 Tamalpais Drive. No hay otros puntos sustanciales en la agenda; el calendario de consentimiento y las audiencias continuadas están vacíos.

• Nueva audiencia pública: Revisión de Diseño PL26-0009 para una ampliación de 827 pies cuadrados en el segundo piso y de 345 pies cuadrados en el primer piso en 537 Tamalpais Drive

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a motion to continue the design review application PL26-0009 for an 827‑sq‑ft second‑story addition and 345‑sq‑ft first‑story addition at 537 Tamalpais Drive. The continuation is set for the June 23, 2026 hearing and includes conditions that the bedroom clerestory window sill be 5 ft 4 in and the roof pitch be lowered to 4:12. No commissioners voted against the motion.

• Continued Design Review Application PL26-0009 to June 23 hearing with window sill and roof pitch conditions (unanimous)

Climate Action Committee

El Comité de Acción Climática considerará la aprobación de las actas del 15 de abril, luego discutirá el reclutamiento de miembros y cuatro áreas de enfoque de divulgación: electrificación, plantación de árboles, paisajismo de bajo consumo de agua y residuos. Estos son únicamente temas de discusión; no hay votaciones programadas sobre el fondo.

• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 15 de abril de 2026
• Discusión sobre el reclutamiento de miembros del Comité de Acción Climática
• Discusión sobre los materiales de divulgación para la preparación de la electrificación
• Discusión sobre la campaña de divulgación de plantación de árboles
• Discusión sobre las iniciativas de residuos y paisajismo de bajo consumo de agua

The committee approved the April 15 minutes and discussed strategies to fill a vacant youth seat and improve outreach on electrification, tree planting, and waste reduction.

• Approved April 15 minutes (4 Ayes, 1 Abstain)
• Discussed recruitment strategies for youth-designated seat
• Discussed adding committee attribution to electrification outreach flyer
• Agreed to focus outreach on health benefits of electrification
• Discussed using existing resources for tree planting instead of new graphics
• Noted Eco-Friendly Garden Tour success and potential for annual repeat
• Discussed Redwood High School zero waste program and SB 1383 compliance
• Agreed to discuss Fourth of July tabling event in June

Town Council

En esta reunión especial, el Concejo Municipal pasará a sesión cerrada para deliberar con el asesor legal sobre el litigio existente en el caso Victor Chiang v. Town of Corte Madera. Posteriormente, el concejo se reunirá nuevamente en sesión abierta para informar sobre cualquier acción tomada, y no hay otros asuntos programados.

• Discusión en sesión cerrada sobre el litigio existente: 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

Town Council

El Concejo Municipal discutirá y potencialmente adoptará una resolución para enmendar el acuerdo de la Ross Valley Paramedic Authority Joint Powers Authority, que incluye una nueva medida de impuesto para paramédicos para los años fiscales 2027/28 hasta 2030/31. El Concejo también recibirá un informe de progreso sobre las acciones de recuperación y preparación ante inundaciones, y una presentación sobre la preparación del presupuesto revisando los fondos. Los puntos de consentimiento incluyen el reconocimiento de los desembolsos de abril de 2026, el renombramiento de miembros en varios comités, la anulación de una servidumbre para el puente peatonal secundario de "The Village" y la aprobación de las actas de las reuniones.

• Revisión de las enmiendas propuestas al acuerdo de la Ross Valley Paramedic Authority JPA y una nueva medida de impuesto para paramédicos para 2027/28-2030/31
• Informe de progreso sobre las acciones de recuperación y preparación ante inundaciones
• Presentación de preparación del presupuesto revisando los fondos
• Adopción de resoluciones para anular sumariamente una servidumbre abandonada para el puente peatonal secundario de "The Village" (Resoluciones No. 17/2026 y 18/2026)
• Renombramientos al Climate Action Committee, Finance Advisory Committee, Flood Control Board, Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission y 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)

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

La reunión ordinaria de la Junta del Distrito Sanitario No. 2 programada para el 19 de mayo de 2026 ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión ordinaria está programada para el 2 de junio de 2026 a las 6:45 PM o después de la conclusión de la reunión del Consejo Municipal de Corte Madera. No hay otros asuntos en esta agenda.

• Reunión del 19 de mayo de 2026 cancelada

Town Council

El Consejo del Pueblo celebra una reunión especial exclusivamente para entrevistar candidatos para la Comisión de Planeamiento y el Comité Asesor de Ciclovías y Peatones. Se está considerando a un candidato para la Comisión de Planeamiento; se están considerando a cuatro candidatos para el Comité Asesor de Ciclovías y Peatones, incluidos dos incumbentes. Tras las entrevistas, el Consejo deliberará y realizará las designaciones.

• Entrevista a Michael Harlock para la Comisión de Planeamiento
• Entrevistas a cuatro candidatos para el Comité Asesor de Ciclovías y Peatones (incumbentes Bob Ravasio y Henry Faust, además de Andrews Hoskins y David Macpherson)
• Reunión limitada únicamente al Tema 3; no hay otro negocio en la orden del día

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)

Parks and Recreation Commission

La Comisión de Parques y Recreación analizará la implementación del programa SunSafe Marin para instalar dispensadores de protector solar gratuitos en Town Park, Granada Park y Cove Park. También revisarán un borrador de la Política de Arte Público y recibirán un avance de Camp Corte Madera y los campamentos contratados. El calendario de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 20 de abril.

• Discusión sobre el programa SunSafe Marin que solicita 5 dispensadores de protector solar en Town Park (3), Granada Park (1) y Cove Park (1)
• Revisión y discusión del borrador de la Política de Arte Público
• Avance de Camp Corte Madera y campamentos contratados por parte del personal de recreación
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión especial del 20 de abril de 2026
• Actualizaciones del personal sobre East Field, Town Park Playground, Menke Park y reparaciones de las canchas de pickleball

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

El Central Marin Fire Council se reunirá para recibir el informe de auditoría independiente anual, considerar la adopción del presupuesto para el año fiscal 2026-2027 y votar sobre la autorización de la compra de un nuevo vehículo de mando para el jefe de batallón. Los puntos de consentimiento incluyen la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior y la aceptación de los informes financieros para el período que finaliza el 31 de marzo de 2026.

• Aceptación del informe de auditoría independiente anual para el año fiscal 2024-2025
• Consideración y posible adopción de la Resolución 2026/04 que aprueba el presupuesto del año fiscal 2026-2027
• Consideración y posible adopción de la Resolución 2026/05 que autoriza la compra de un nuevo vehículo de mando para el jefe de batallón
• Aprobar las actas de la reunión regular del 12 de febrero de 2026
• Aceptar el informe de ingresos y gastos del General Fund y del Measure C Fire Tax Fund hasta el 31 de marzo de 2026

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública para considerar una solicitud de revisión de diseño para una adición de 636 sq ft en el segundo piso y una adición de 158 sq ft en el primer piso en 169 Birch Avenue, que incluye elevar la residencia por encima de la elevación básica de inundación. El calendario de consentimiento, las audiencias continuadas y los asuntos de negocios están vacíos, lo que convierte a este en el único elemento de decisión sustantivo en la agenda.

• 169 Birch Avenue – Solicitud de Revisión de Diseño PL25-0065 para una adición de 636 sq ft en el segundo piso y 158 sq ft en el primer piso, con elevación contra inundaciones
• Elemento futuro tentativo: 537 Tamalpais Drive – Solicitud de Revisión de Diseño PL26-0009 para una adición de 827 sq ft en el segundo piso y 345 sq ft en el primer piso (reunión del 26 de mayo de 2026)

The commission approved Design Review Application PL25-0065 for a 636‑sq‑ft second‑story addition and a 158‑sq‑ft first‑story addition at 169 Birch Avenue, including landscape screening up to 7 ft on the northeast deck. The motion passed with three ayes (Boshoer, Bandel, Kenney) and no noes; Chair Chase and Commissioner Rodgers were absent. The minutes from the April 14 and April 28, 2026 meetings were also approved by voice vote.

• Approved Design Review Application PL25-0065 for 169 Birch Avenue (3‑0)
• Approved minutes of April 14, 2026 meeting by voice vote
• Approved minutes of April 28, 2026 meeting by voice vote (amended chair title)

Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee

La reunión regular del Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee del 11 de mayo de 2026 ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión regular está programada para el 13 de julio de 2026.

Finance Advisory Committee

La reunión del Comité Asesor de Finanzas de Corte Madera programada para el 7 de mayo de 2026 ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión regular está programada para el 6 de agosto de 2026 a las 6:30 PM. No se consideraron puntos del orden del día.

• Reunión cancelada; sin puntos del orden del día.

Town Council

El Concejo revisará una resolución para modificar los requisitos para servir en los órganos legislativos asesores locales. La reunión también incluye varios elementos del calendario de consentimiento relacionados con informes financieros, proclamaciones comunitarias y señalización.

• Resolución No. 16/2026: Modificación de los requisitos para servir en un órgano legislativo asesor
• Resolución No. 14/2026: Exhibición de la bandera del arco iris LGBTQ+ Pride en el Town Hall en junio de 2026
• Proclamación: Declarando el 5 de junio de 2026 como el Día Nacional de Concientización sobre la Violencia con Armas de Fuego
• Resolución No. 15/2026: Permitir cuatro letreros temporales para la Corte Madera Community Foundation Summer Concert Series
• Informe de Ingresos y Gastos del Fondo General para el período que finaliza en marzo de 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)

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

La Junta del Sanitary District No. 2 considerará la aceptación del informe de auditoría independiente anual para el año fiscal que finaliza el 30 de junio de 2025, continuando desde una reunión anterior. El calendario de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de las actas del 21 de abril de 2026. No hay audiencias públicas ni otros asuntos sustantivos programados.

• Aceptación del Informe de Auditoría Independiente Anual del Sanitary District No. 2 para el año fiscal que finaliza el 30 de junio de 2025
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión ordinaria del 21 de abril de 2026

The Board accepted the Annual Independent Audit Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The Board also approved the minutes from the April 21, 2026 meeting.

• Accepted Annual Independent Audit Report for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 21, 2026 Regular Meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una enmienda al permiso de revisión de diseño, una variación de retranqueo y una variación de estacionamiento para expandir el restaurante Marin Joe's existente en 1585 Casa Buena Drive en 97 pies cuadrados sin aumento en el número de asientos. El calendario de consentimiento y las audiencias continuas están vacíos; no hay otras audiencias nuevas ni asuntos de negocios programados.

• 1585 Casa Buena Drive – Enmienda al Permiso de Revisión de Diseño, Variación de Retranqueo y Variación de Estacionamiento para expandir el restaurante Marin Joe's en 97 pies cuadrados, sin asientos adicionales
• Elemento futuro tentativo: 169 Birch Avenue – Revisión de Diseño para una adición de segundo piso de 636 pies cuadrados y una adición de primer piso de 158 pies cuadrados, elevando la residencia por encima de la elevación básica de inundación

The commission voted to approve Resolution No. 26-005, which permits a design‑review amendment, setback variance, and parking variance to expand the existing Marin Joe’s restaurant by 97 square feet with no additional seats. All five commissioners voted aye and there were no noes. The approval was recorded at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting adjourned at 8:18 p.m.

• Approved Resolution No. 26-005 (Design Review Permit Amendment, Setback & Parking Variance) – 5-0

Town Council

El Concejo Municipal llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una propuesta de aumento de tarifa del 2.20% para los servicios de residuos sólidos y reciclaje de Mill Valley Refuse Services, efectivo el 1 de julio de 2026. El concejo también considerará aprobar el plan de gastos enmendado de la Measure AA adoptado por TAM y aceptar el informe de auditoría independiente anual para el año fiscal que termina el 30 de junio de 2025. Los puntos de consentimiento incluyen el reconocimiento de los desembolsos de cuentas de marzo de 2026 y la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 7 de abril.

• Audiencia pública sobre la Resolución 13/2026 para un aumento de tarifa del 2.20% para los servicios de residuos sólidos y reciclaje de Mill Valley Refuse Services
• Aprobación del plan de gastos enmendado de la Measure AA según lo adoptado por la Transportation Authority of Marin
• Presentación y aceptación del Informe de Auditoría Independiente Anual del Municipio para el año fiscal que termina el 30 de junio de 2025
• Reconocer y archivar los desembolsos de cuentas de marzo de 2026
• Aprobar las actas de la reunión regular del Concejo Municipal del 7 de abril de 2026

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

El Concejo Municipal celebra una reunión especial principalmente para pasar a sesión cerrada para una conferencia con el asesor legal sobre litigios previstos (un caso). No hay otros puntos sustanciales en la agenda. La reunión se reanuda en sesión abierta únicamente para informar sobre cualquier acción tomada en la sesión cerrada y luego se levanta.

• Sesión cerrada: Conferencia con el Asesor Legal – Litigios Previstos (Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(4), 1 caso)

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

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

La Junta del Distrito Sanitario No. 2 considerará la adopción de una resolución que autorice la formación de un Comité de Consolidación con el LAFCo del condado de Marin para explorar la expansión o la formación de un nuevo distrito de aguas residuales en el centro de Marin. El calendario de consentimiento incluye la corrección de la tarifa de cargo por servicio de usuario de alcantarillado para el año fiscal 2027-2028 y la aceptación de una servidumbre de alcantarillado en 3 Lupine Drive. La Junta también aceptará el informe de auditoría independiente anual para el año fiscal que termina el 30 de junio de 2025.

• Adoptar la Resolución No. 01/2026 corrigiendo la tarifa de cargo por servicio de usuario de alcantarillado para el año fiscal 2027-2028
• Aceptar la servidumbre de alcantarillado sanitario en 3 Lupine Drive y autorizar el acuerdo con el Jehling Family Trust
• Aprobar las actas de la reunión regular del 18 de noviembre de 2025
• Aceptar el informe de auditoría independiente anual para el año fiscal que termina el 30 de junio de 2025
• Considerar la Resolución No. 03/2026 que autoriza la formación de un Comité de Consolidación con LAFCo para el distrito de aguas residuales del centro de Marin

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)

Parks and Recreation Commission

La Comisión de Parques y Recreación discutirá y potencialmente aprobará un borrador de la política de eventos al aire libre para eventos especiales grandes (250+ participantes) en propiedades del municipio. También recibirán una actualización sobre los proyectos de mejora de capital, incluyendo el Intergenerational Center, Town Park East Field, Menke Park y la renovación del Town Park Playground. El calendario de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 23 de marzo. Los informes de los comisionados cubrirán las próximas búsquedas de huevos y otras actualizaciones.

• Revisión del Borrador de la Política de Eventos al Aire Libre para Eventos Especiales Grandes en Propiedades del Municipio
• Actualización sobre proyectos de mejora de capital: Corte Madera Intergenerational Center, Town Park East Field, Menke Park, renovación del Town Park Playground
• Aprobar las actas de la reunión regular del 23 de marzo de 2026
• Informes del personal y de los comisionados, incluyendo Twin Cities Egg Hunts y la Política de Arte Público
• Discusión de posibles temas futuros para la agenda y asignaciones de comités ad-hoc

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

El comité analizará cuatro áreas de enfoque de divulgación: preparación para la electrificación, plantación de árboles (cambiando hacia el paisajismo nativo y resiliente a los incendios forestales), paisajismo de bajo consumo de agua y residuos. Los adjuntos incluyen el borrador de mensajes sobre plantas nativas y una invitación para el Eco-Friendly Garden Tour del 9 de mayo. No se esperan votos ni decisiones finales.

• Cambio de la plantación de árboles al paisajismo nativo/resiliente a los incendios forestales
• Participación en el Sonoma-Marin Saving Water Partnership Eco-Friendly Garden Tour del 9 de mayo
• Exploración de la expansión del programa Zero Waste Schools a la Redwood High School
• Borrador de mensajes sobre plantas nativas y seguras contra el fuego adjunto a la agenda (Elemento 4Aii)
• Borrador de invitación para el Eco-Friendly Garden Tour adjunto a la agenda (Elemento 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

La Comisión de Planificación llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una revisión de diseño y una solicitud de varianza para una vivienda en 208 Summit Drive. El proyecto incluye una ampliación de 2,148 pies cuadrados a la vivienda existente de tres pisos y una solicitud para exceder la altura máxima permitida de 30 pies. No hay otras audiencias ni asuntos programados. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior y la discusión de futuros puntos del orden del día.

• Audiencia pública sobre la Revisión de Diseño PL25-0043 y la Varianza PL25-0076 para 208 Summit Drive: remodelación y ampliación de 2,148 sq ft a la vivienda existente de 1,971 sq ft, buscando exceder el límite de altura de 30-ft.

The commission approved Resolution No. 26-004, covering the design review application PL25-0043 and the height variance PL25-0076 for 208 Summit Drive, adding conditions on construction management, street closures, and a ban on work on Sundays and legal holidays. The motion passed unanimously with ayes from Boshoer, Bandel, Chase, and Kenney and no noes. The minutes from the March 10 and March 24, 2026 Planning Commission meetings were also approved by voice vote.

• Approved Resolution 26-004 for design review and height variance at 208 Summit Drive (ayes: Boshoer, Bandel, Chase, Kenney; noes: none)
• Approved March 10 and March 24, 2026 Planning Commission meeting minutes by voice vote

Flood Control Board

La reunión ordinaria de la Junta de Control de Inundaciones programada para el 13 de abril de 2026 ha sido cancelada. No se llevará a cabo ningún asunto. La próxima reunión ordinaria está programada para el 8 de junio de 2026, a las 6:30pm en las Town Council Chambers.

• Reunión ordinaria del 13 de abril de 2026 cancelada; próxima reunión el 8 de junio de 2026

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

La reunión regular del 7 de abril de 2026 de la Junta del Distrito Sanitario No. 2 ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión regular está programada para el 21 de abril de 2026.

Town Council

El Consejo del Pueblo considerará adoptar la Ordenanza 1059, la cual prohibiría la venta de dispositivos de fumar electrónico, sistemas de fumar calentados y bolsas de tabaco o nicotina, establecería precios mínimos para los cigarrillos y otros productos de tabaco, y prohibiría la canje de cupones y descuentos. El consejo también recibirá una presentación de la Autoridad de Incendios Central de Marin sobre el manejo de la vegetación en Corte Madera y considerará autorizar hasta $360,000 más un 10% de contingencia para mejoras para inquilinos en el Centro Intergeneracional y la Cámara de Comercio.

• Ordenanza 1059: prohibición de dispositivos de fumar electrónico y bolsas de nicotina, precios mínimos para cigarrillos y tabaco sin humo
• Presentación sobre manejo de la vegetación de la Autoridad de Incendios Central de Marin con posible dirección al personal
• Autorización del contrato de construcción hasta $360,000 más un 10% de contingencia para mejoras para inquilinos en el Centro Intergeneracional y la Cámara de Comercio (Proyecto N.º 25-010)
• Resolución que extiende la emergencia local declarada el 6 de enero de 2026
• Aprobar fondos para que el Concejal Beckman asista a la conferencia de la Asociación de Opciones Comunitarias de California de 2026 en 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)

Planning Commission

The Corte Madera Planning Commission will review and discuss potential amendments to the municipal code related to commercial regulations, presented by Principal Planner Martha Battaglia and consultant Martha Miller. No items are on the consent, continued, or new hearing calendars. The meeting also includes routine reports and a tentative agenda item for a design review and variance request at 208 Summit Dr for a remodel and height increase. A $1,500 filing fee is noted for appeals of commission decisions.

• Review of Commercial Code Modernization Project – potential code amendments for commercial regulations
• Tentative agenda: 208 Summit Dr design review application PL25‑0043 for remodel/addition of 2,504 sq ft to existing 1,971 sq ft three‑story home
• Tentative variance application PL25‑0076 to exceed the 30‑ft maximum height limit at 208 Summit Dr
• $1,500 filing fee required for appeals of Planning Commission decisions
• Public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker

The Planning Commission reviewed a proposed commercial code modernization, heard public comments, and asked staff to seek further input from business owners and provide an updated report before any draft ordinance is reviewed. No votes or formal approvals were recorded. Staff reported that landscaping at Menke Park will start soon and that impact fees will be updated with consultant assistance.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review an updated special event permit application and discuss policies for large-scale private events in public spaces. The meeting also includes budget and summer activities updates.

• Review of updated special event permit application
• Discussion of policy for large private outdoor special events on town property
• Budget overview provided by contractor Rochelle Grechman-Dibley
• Overview of 2025 Summer Activities Guide
• Approval of January 26, 2026 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Commission voted 6‑0‑1 to approve the Consent Calendar, which includes the minutes of the January 8 special meeting. The commission also voted 6‑0‑1 to adopt the 2026‑27 Master Fee Schedule, recommending no fee increases. No public comments were received on either item.

• Approved Consent Calendar (including Jan 8 minutes) (6‑0‑1)
• Approved 2026‑27 Master Fee Schedule (no fee increase) (6‑0‑1)

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will approve the minutes from the February 18, 2026 meeting and discuss its 2026 outreach focus areas—electrification preparation, tree planting, low‑water landscaping, and waste education. No formal actions or votes are scheduled on these topics.

• Approval of minutes of the February 18, 2026 meeting
• Discussion of Electrification Preparation outreach
• Discussion of Tree Planting outreach
• Discussion of Low Water Use Landscaping outreach
• Discussion of Waste outreach

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the February 18, 2026 meeting. The motion was made by Penelope Trott, seconded by Vice Chair Karen Lang, and passed with five votes in favor and none against. No other actions were formally decided at this meeting.

• Approved February 18, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special meeting for the purpose of receiving training. Town Attorney Richard Pio Roda will lead a review of Council best practices and the Council Rules of Procedures.

• Training on Council best practices and Rules of Procedures provided by Richard Pio Roda

The Corte Madera Town Council convened a special meeting on March 17, 2026. No public comments were received. Council members received training on council best practices from Town Attorney Richard Pio Roda. The meeting was adjourned at 6:01 PM.

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

The regular meeting of the Board Members for Sanitary District No. 2 scheduled for March 17, 2026, has been cancelled.

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to establish minimum pricing for tobacco products and ban the sale of electronic smoking devices. The body will also review housing progress reports and police statistics.

• Proposed ordinance adding Chapter 5.07 to Municipal Code regarding tobacco pricing and bans on electronic smoking devices
• Resolution No. 08/2026 for three temporary signs for the Annual Giant Indoor Yard Sale
• Resolution No. 10/2026 accepting the Calendar Year 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Central Marin Police Authority Annual Statistics Report
• Policy for the nomination and selection process for Citizen of the Year

The Town Council approved the Consent Calendar items, including a resolution for temporary signage, a Fair Housing Month proclamation, a housing element progress report, a police statistics report, and February accounts payable. Council introduced and adopted an ordinance establishing minimum pricing for tobacco products and banning certain tobacco sales, with a unanimous vote. The General Fund Revenue and Expense Report for January 2026 was accepted, and the policy for the Citizen of the Year nomination process was approved with modifications.

• Approved Consent Calendar items 4.A‑4.E (temporary signs, Fair Housing Month, housing report, police stats, accounts payable) – 5-0
• Introduced and adopted Tobacco Control Ordinance (Chapter 5.07) – 5-0
• Accepted General Fund Revenue and Expense Report for January 2026 – 5-0
• Approved Policy for Citizen of the Year nomination with modifications – 5-0

Planning Commission

The Corte Madera Planning Commission will hold a public comment period and then consider two design‑review applications. One new hearing is for 2 Yolo St, requesting a 707.9‑sq‑ft second‑story addition and a 58.87‑sq‑ft first‑story addition (Application PL25-0081). A business item is a preliminary review of a design‑review permit amendment, setback variance, and parking variance for 1585 Casa Buena Drive to expand the Marin Joe’s restaurant by 97 sq ft. No items are on the consent or continued‑hearings calendars.

• 2 Yolo St – design review application PL25-0081 for a 707.9 sq ft second‑story addition and 58.87 sq ft first‑story addition
• 1585 Casa Buena Drive – preliminary review of design‑review permit amendment, setback variance, and parking variance to expand Marin Joe’s restaurant by 97 sq ft
• Public comment: residents may speak for up to three minutes per speaker
• Appeal filing fee of $1,500 required for any planning commission decision
• Consent calendar – no items

The commission approved Design Review Application PL25-0081 for a 70.7‑sq ft second‑story and 58.87‑sq ft first‑story addition at 2 Yolo Street, voting 4‑0 in favor. The minutes from the December 9 2025 and February 10 2026 meetings were also approved by voice vote. No public comments were received. Commissioners discussed a preliminary review of a restaurant expansion at 1585 Casa Buena Drive and expressed unanimous support for the setback variance, though no formal vote was recorded.

• Approved Design Review Application PL25-0081 for 2 Yolo Street addition (4-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec 9 2025 and Feb 10 2026 meetings (voice vote)
• Supported setback variance for 1585 Casa Buena Drive restaurant expansion (unanimous agreement, no vote)

Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss the 2025 work plan accomplishments and the approved 2026 work plan. The meeting includes updates on e-bike enforcement and school crossing guard recertification.

• CMPA e-motorcycle and e-bike enforcement update
• 2026 Tam School crossing guard recertification
• Review of 2025 work plan accomplishments and 2026 work plan
• Updates on solar powered radar speed feedback and bike path advisory signs
• Updates on North-South Greenway Gap Closure and Paradise Drive Complete Streets

Town Council

The Town Council will consider an ordinance to establish minimum pricing for tobacco products and ban the sale of electronic smoking devices. The body will also review housing initiatives and approve several public works contracts.

• Proposed ordinance for minimum tobacco pricing and ban on electronic smoking devices
• Contract for San Clemente Drive Large Trash Capture Project with Schaaf & Wheeler Consulting Civil Engineers up to $231,070
• Agreement with SOMA Aquatics Foundation for community swim program at Redwood High School up to $60,000
• Additional contingency of $7,015.93 for the Hart Street Connector Path
• Presentation on the Town's Housing Element and related initiatives

The Town Council unanimously approved several consent‑calendar items, including a $7,015.93 contingency for the Hart Street Connector and a $231,070 civil‑engineering contract for the San Clemente Drive trash‑capture project. Councilors voted to continue the General Fund Revenue and Expense Report to the next meeting. They re‑introduced the tobacco‑pricing ordinance with a ban on nicotine pouches and directed staff to study a full ban on nicotine and tobacco products. Finally, they adopted Resolution 07/2026 to fund a free summer and Sunday swim program at Redwood High School, limited to $60,000.

• Approved Consent Calendar items 4.B–4.D, including $7,015.93 Hart Street Connector contingency and $231,070 civil‑engineering contract (5‑0)
• Continued item 4.A (General Fund Revenue and Expense Report) to the next meeting (5‑0)
• Re‑introduced tobacco‑pricing ordinance with added nicotine‑pouch ban (5‑0)
• Directed staff to explore a complete ban on nicotine and tobacco products (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 07/2026 to fund free swim program at Redwood High School up to $60,000 (5‑0)

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

The regular board meeting scheduled for March 3, 2026 was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 6:45 PM, or after the Corte Madera Town Council meeting, whichever is later. Residents can attend in person or via video/teleconference using the town website.

• Meeting cancelled; next meeting scheduled for March 17, 2026 at 6:45 PM

Town Council

The Corte Madera Town Council will adjourn to a closed‑session meeting to receive a legal staff memo about an anticipated litigation case that could expose the town to significant liability. After the closed session, the council will reconvene in open session to report the discussion. No votes or actions are listed on the agenda.

• Adjourn to closed session for conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(2))

The Corte Madera Town Council held a closed‑session special meeting on March 3, 2026. No public comments were received, and the council adjourned to closed session to discuss anticipated litigation. The closed session ended with no items reported to the public.

Planning Commission

The Corte Madera Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 24, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for March 10, 2026

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission's regular meeting scheduled for February 23, 2026 was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for March 23, 2026 at 6:30 PM in the Town Hall Council Chambers at 300 Tamalpais Drive. Residents can find meeting information on the town’s Access Public Meetings webpage or contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 415‑927‑5072. No agenda items were presented.

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will hear a presentation on Zero Waste Marin programs and discuss its outreach focus areas for 2026, including electrification preparation, tree planting, low‑water landscaping, waste education, and vehicle‑miles‑travel reduction. No formal actions are scheduled; the committee will review subcommittee work plans at the next meeting.

• Presentation on Zero Waste Marin Programs (Casey Fritz)
• Discussion of Climate Action Committee Outreach Focus Areas for 2026 (electrification preparation, tree planting, low‑water landscaping, waste, VMT reduction)
• Staff update on bag regulations: Town Council adopted Ordinance No. 1057 on Jan 20
• Staff notice of Flood Recovery Workshop at the Cove School on Jan 28
• Future agenda item: continued discussion of focus areas and review of subcommittee work plans

The Climate Action Committee met on Feb 18, 2026 and approved the minutes from the Jan 21, 2026 meeting after correcting a participant name. The amendment was adopted unanimously (4‑0). Staff reported that the California Energy Commission approved the town’s energy‑reach code, and members discussed outreach plans for electrification, tree planting, low‑water landscaping, waste education, and VMT reduction, but no further actions were voted on.

• Approved amended minutes of Jan 21, 2026 meeting (4-0)

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

The regular meeting of the Sanitary District No. 2 Board scheduled for February 17, 2026 has been cancelled. The next regular board meeting is set for Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:45 PM, or after the Corte Madera Town Council meeting, whichever is later. No agenda items are being considered at this cancelled meeting.

Town Council

The Town Council will consider authorizing a construction contract for short-term repairs to the Storm Pump Station. The body is also deciding on the Parks and Recreation fee schedule for the 2026-2027 fiscal year and accepting the 2026 Staff Work Plan.

• Storm Pump Station Short-Term Repairs – Phase I Project (No. 25-303) contract not to exceed $860,000 plus 10% contingency
• Resolution No. 06/2026: Parks and Recreation Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
• Acceptance of the 2026 Staff Work Plan
• Resolution No. 05/2026: Acknowledging Central Marin Fire Authority inspection report
• Funding for Councilmembers to attend CivicWell Policymakers Conference and League of California Cities City Leaders Summit

The Town Council approved the Consent Calendar items 4.A through 4.G unanimously. It also approved a contract for short‑term repairs to the storm pump station, not to exceed $860,000 plus a 10% contingency, with a 5‑0 vote. The council accepted the 2026 Staff Work Plan with changes by a 4‑1 vote.

• Approved Consent Calendar items 4.A‑4.G (5‑0)
• Approved Storm Pump Station Short‑Term Repairs contract up to $860,000 plus 10% contingency (5‑0)
• Accepted 2026 Staff Work Plan with changes (4‑1)

Fire Council - Central Marin Fire Authority

The Central Marin Fire Council will discuss the 2025/26 Wildfire and Defensible Space Inspection Program and review staffing vacancies. The body is deciding on budget revisions for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and terms for fire department responses to out-of-county emergencies.

• Resolution No. 2026/03: Revisions to the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget
• Resolution No. 2026/02: Terms and conditions for out-of-county emergency incident responses
• Resolution No. 2026/01: Publicly available pay schedule for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Annual AB 2561 Staffing Vacancies Report
• General Fund and Measure C Fire Tax Fund Revenue and Expenditure Report ending December 31, 2025

The council appointed Vice Chair Rosa Thomas as Chair and Council Member Scot Candell as Vice Chair (3‑1 vote). It approved the consent calendar items, including minutes and a pay‑schedule resolution (2‑1‑1 and 3‑1 votes). The council adopted Resolution No. 2026/02 establishing terms for fire response away from the duty station (3‑1 vote). It also adopted the budget revision resolution for FY 2025‑2026 (recorded as adopting Resolution No. 2026/02, 3‑1 vote). No public comments were received on any item.

• Appointed Rosa Thomas as Chair and Scot Candell as Vice Chair (vote 3-1)
• Approved Consent Calendar items 5A–5B (vote 2-1-1)
• Approved Consent Calendar items 5C–5E (vote 3-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2026/02 on fire response away from duty station (vote 3-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2026/03 revising FY 2025-2026 budget (motion recorded as adopting Resolution No. 2026/02, vote 3-1)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a new hearing to consider a design review application for a residential expansion. The body will discuss adding both first and second story square footage to an existing home.

• 2 Verona Pl: Design review for a 720 square foot second story addition and 1,806 square foot first story addition

The commission approved Resolution No. 26-001 (Design Review Application PL25-0049) for a 720‑sq‑ft second‑story addition and a 1,806‑sq‑ft first‑story addition at 2 Verona Place. The approval included a condition that the second‑story deck shall not be covered with a trellis, roof, awning, or similar structure. The motion passed with all five commissioners voting aye and no votes against. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Resolution No. 26-001 for design review of 2 Verona Place addition (5‑0)
• Condition added: second‑story deck shall not be covered with trellis, roof, awning, or similar structure

Flood Control Board

The Flood Control Board will approve the action minutes from the December 8, 2025 meeting. It will review a recap of the January 28, 2026 special flood board meeting and its flood‑recovery workshop. The board will also discuss an emergency repair of the high canal pump station discharge pipe.

• Approval of action minutes for the December 8, 2025 Flood Board meeting
• Recap of the January 28, 2026 special flood board meeting – flood recovery workshop and next steps
• Discussion of emergency repair of the high canal pump station discharge pipe

Finance Advisory Committee

The Finance Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the November 6, 2025 meeting, receive a presentation from the Bay Cities Joint Powers Insurance Authority, and review the 10‑Year General Fund revenue and expense forecast. Public comment is limited to three minutes per agenda item. No fiscal impact is noted for any of these items.

• Approve minutes from the 11/06/2025 Finance Advisory Committee meeting
• Presentation by Bay Cities Joint Powers Insurance Authority
• Review 10‑Year General Fund revenue and expense forecast

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

The regular meeting of the Sanitary District No. 2 Board scheduled for February 3, 2026, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6:45 PM.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting scheduled for Feb 17, 2026, at 6:45 PM

Town Council

The Corte Madera Town Council will consider adopting an ordinance related to Senate Bill 9 projects and allocating funds to the Chamber of Commerce and capital funds. The meeting will be held in person and online.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 1058 regarding SB 9 subdivision and development
• Authorize up to $50,000 for Corte Madera Chamber of Commerce
• Approve transfer of $1.2 million to Town Capital and Recreation funds
• Approve minutes from January 20, 2026 meeting
• Review draft agenda for February 17, 2026 meeting

The council approved three items from the consent calendar, including adopting Ordinance No. 1058 and accepting the quarterly investment report. It also approved a resolution authorizing up to $50,000 for the Corte Madera Chamber of Commerce. Finally, the council adopted a resolution transferring $1 million to the Town Capital Fund and $200,000 to the Recreation Capital Fund.

• Approved Consent Calendar items 4.A, 4.B, 4.D (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1058 on SB9 projects and code amendments (5‑0)
• Accepted Quarterly Investment Report for period ending Dec 31 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 20 2026 Town Council meeting (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 03/2026 to allocate up to $50,000 to Chamber of Commerce (5‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 04/2026 to transfer $1 M to Town Capital Fund and $200 k to Recreation Capital Fund (5‑0)

Fire Council - Central Marin Fire Authority

The Central Marin Fire Council will adjourn to a closed session to consider a personnel matter concerning the Fire Chief, as allowed by Government Code Section 54957(b)(1). After the closed session, the council will reconvene in open session to report the outcome. Public comment on the closed‑session item can be submitted by email before 2:00 PM or in person at the meeting.

• Closed‑session discussion of Fire Chief personnel matter (Gov’t Code §54957(b)(1))

The Central Marin Fire Council met on Jan 29, 2026 and moved to a closed session to discuss a personnel matter concerning the Fire Chief under Government Code Section 54957(b)(1). The closed session ran from 4:03 PM to 4:51 PM, after which the council reconvened and reported nothing. The meeting was then adjourned to the next regular session on Feb 12, 2026.

• Adjourned to closed session on Fire Chief personnel matter (no vote recorded)

Flood Control Board

The Corte Madera Flood Control Board will hold a special meeting to review the January 3, 2026 tidal event and emergency response. Staff will present on the event, climate adaptation work, and future flood preparation plans. The Board will not take any official action during this workshop.

• Flood Recovery Workshop: Review of January 3, 2026 tidal event and emergency response
• Presentation on climate adaptation work conducted to date
• Discussion of flood event preparation and current adaptation plan
• Public comment accepted via email or in-person at Cove School Gallery

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 27, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review the 2025 Annual Programming Report and the 2025 Recreation Scholarship Program summary. The body may also recommend that the Town Council adopt a resolution to formalize a Parks and Recreation fee schedule.

• Possible recommendation to Town Council to adopt a Parks and Recreation fee schedule resolution
• Annual Programming Report for 2025
• Summary of the 2025 Corte Madera Recreation Scholarship Program
• Approval of January 8, 2026, meeting minutes

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

The Corte Madera Town Council will hold a Strategic Planning Workshop to review short‑ and long‑term priorities, receive a high‑level overview of operating and capital budgets, and examine the Draft 2026 Staff Work Plan. Council members may give direction to the Town Manager but will not approve any projects or the work plan at this meeting. The workshop also allows the public to submit comments by email or in person.

• Introduction and overview of the Strategic Planning Workshop (discussion only)
• Presentation of operating and capital budget revenues and expenditures
• Presentation and discussion of the Draft 2026 Staff Work Plan
• Discussion of council and work program area priorities for 2026
• Public comment submission via email ([email protected]) or in‑person

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss short- and long-term priorities and review the draft 2026 Staff Work Plan. The body will provide direction to the Town Manager but will not take formal action to approve the plan or specific projects during this workshop.

• Presentation of current and projected Operating and Capital Budget revenues and expenditures
• Discussion of work program area prioritization for 2026
• Review of draft 2026 Work Plan projects
• Discussion of urban design and consistent standards for major corridors
• Review of VMT (vehicle miles traveled) reduction strategies

Climate Action Committee

The Climate Action Committee will approve the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting. It will discuss potential focus areas for its 2026 work, including electrification workshops, tree planting, waste reduction, and vehicle‑miles‑travel strategies. Staff will provide updates on public EV charger usage, the town's Key Performance Indicators scorecard, and holiday office closures. No formal actions are scheduled beyond discussion.

• Approval of minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of next Climate Action Committee focus areas for 2026 (electrification, trees, waste, VMT reduction)
• Staff report on public EV charger usage (about 15% utilization)
• Presentation of updated Key Performance Indicators scorecard (heat pump installations increased to 44%)
• Update on holiday office closure schedule (December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026)

The Climate Action Committee approved the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. It also decided to create five ad‑hoc subcommittees—Electrification Preparation, Tree Planting, Low Water Use Landscaping, Waste, and Vehicle Miles Traveled Reduction—assigning specific members to each. No other actions were taken.

• Approved November 19, 2025 meeting minutes (ayes: Burtis, Lang, D’Alexander, Klipper Alana, Simon, Trott)
• Established Electrification Preparation subcommittee (Lang, D’Alexander, Blair)
• Established Tree Planting subcommittee (D’Alexander, Lang, Trott)
• Established Low Water Use Landscaping subcommittee (Klipper Alana, D’Alexander, Simon)
• Established Waste subcommittee (Trott, Klipper Alana, Blair)
• Established VMT Reduction subcommittee (Simon, Burtis)

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

The regular meeting of the Sanitary District No. 2 Board scheduled for January 20, 2026, has been cancelled. The Board will instead meet on January 23, 2026, for a Strategic Planning Workshop.

• Cancellation of January 20, 2026 regular meeting
• Strategic Planning Workshop scheduled for January 23, 2026 at 9:00AM

Town Council

The Town Council will consider adopting an ordinance to update reusable foodware and single-use bag regulations, approve a construction contract for Menke Park improvements, and authorize legal services with Redwood Public Law, LLP.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 1057 amending reusable foodware and single-use bag regulations
• Award Menke Park Improvements Project contract up to $462,000
• Authorize legal services agreement with Redwood Public Law, LLP
• Approve ADA Self-Assessment Report and amend services agreement with Altura Solutions, LLC
• Receive update on Larkspur-Corte Madera School District facilities and safety initiatives

The council approved the consent calendar items and adopted Ordinance No. 1057 amending Title 6 to align with Senate Bills 1053 and 1046 (4‑1, Andrews opposed). It also adopted Resolution No. 02/2026 and amended the Altura Solutions contract to $196,190 (5‑0), approved a $420,000 Menke Park improvements contract with a 10% contingency (5‑0), and authorized a legal services agreement with Redwood Public Law, LLP (4‑1, Ravasio opposed). Additionally, the council appointed Councilmember Beckman and two planning commissioners to the Building Code Appeals Board and extended the meeting to 9:45 PM.

• Approved Consent Calendar items 4.A‑4.E (5‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1057 amending Title 6 (4‑1, Andrews opposed)
• Adopted Resolution No. 02/2026 and amended Altura Solutions contract to $196,190 (5‑0)
• Approved Menke Park Improvements contract up to $420,000 plus 10% contingency (5‑0)
• Authorized Town Manager to enter legal services agreement with Redwood Public Law, LLP (4‑1, Ravasio opposed)
• Appointed Councilmember Beckman and Planning Commissioners Peter Chase and Daniel Kenney to Building Code Appeals Board (5‑0)
• Extended meeting end time to 9:45 PM (5‑0)

Planning Commission

The Corte Madera Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 13, 2026 has been cancelled. The next regular Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 27, 2026. No agenda items were presented for the cancelled meeting.

Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee scheduled for January 12, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 9, 2026.

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and approve final projects from the Facilities Master Plan to be recommended for the 2026 Work Plan. The body will also determine its meeting calendar for 2026.

• Approval of final projects from the Facilities Master Plan for the Town Council Strategic Planning/Goal Setting Workshop
• Setting the 2026 Commission meeting calendar
• Approval of December 10, 2025, meeting minutes

The commission approved the Consent Calendar, including the November 20 minutes, with a 6‑0‑1 vote (Chair Miles absent). Commissioners voted for option B1, adding a net spinner and climber to the new playground design. Vice Chair Khanderia and Commissioner Zmak were appointed to an ad‑hoc subcommittee to help select projects for the upcoming strategic planning workshop.

• Approved Consent Calendar (6-0-1)
• Approved option B1 with net spinner and climber for Town Park playground
• Appointed Vice Chair Khanderia to Ad‑Hoc Subcommittee
• Appointed Commissioner Zmak to Ad‑Hoc Subcommittee

Sanitary District No. 2 Board

The regular meeting of the Sanitary District No. 2 Board on January 6, 2026 was cancelled. The next regular board meeting is set for Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:45 PM, after the Corte Madera Town Council meeting. Meetings are held in person with a video/teleconference option for the public. Contact the Town Hall at 415‑927‑5050 for questions.

Town Council

The Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially adopt Resolution No. 01/2026. This resolution would proclaim a local emergency in the Town of Corte Madera.

• Consideration of Resolution No. 01/2026 to proclaim a local emergency

The Corte Madera Town Council voted to adopt Resolution No. 01/2026, which declares a local emergency. The motion was passed with a 5-0 vote. No public comments were received on the item.

• Adopted Resolution No. 01/2026 proclaiming a local emergency (5-0)

Town Council

The Town Council will interview Ann Sparkman for a vacant term on the Marin County Commission on Aging. The consent calendar includes authorizing a $60,000 addendum to the Paradise Drive Complete Streets design contract and adopting a fire impact fee urgency ordinance. A public hearing will conduct the first reading of an ordinance amending the municipal code for SB9 subdivision projects. Council members will review the draft agenda for the January 20, 2026 meeting.

• Interview Ann Sparkman for appointment to the Marin County Commission on Aging
• Authorize addendum to BKF Engineers design contract for Paradise Drive Complete Streets Project – Westward to Robin, Not-to-Exceed $60,000
• Adopt Ordinance No. 1056 extending a fire impact fee urgency ordinance
• First reading of ordinance amending Title 17, 18, and 22 for SB9 subdivision and development projects
• Review draft agenda for the January 20, 2026 Town Council meeting

The council voted 5‑0 to appoint Ann Sparkman to the Marin County Commission on Aging for the remainder of the term ending June 30, 2026. It also approved all consent calendar items, including a $60,000 addendum for the Paradise Drive Complete Streets Project and an extension of a fire impact fee urgency ordinance. Finally, the council voted 5‑0 to introduce the first reading of an ordinance implementing SB 9 subdivision and development provisions.

• Appointed Ann Sparkman to the Marin County Commission on Aging (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items 5.A‑5.D (5-0)
• Authorized $60,000 addendum to Paradise Drive Complete Streets Project (5-0)
• Extended Fire Impact Fee Urgency Ordinance (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec 16, 2025 special meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Dec 16, 2025 regular meeting (5-0)
• Introduced SB 9 subdivision and development ordinance (first reading) (5-0)
• Approved town manager and council reports (no vote required)

Town Council

The Corte Madera Town Council will hold a special meeting to reconvene in open session after a closed session regarding potential public employment, specifically concerning the Town Attorney. The meeting will be held in person at Town Hall Council Chambers with remote participation available via Zoom.

• Closed session regarding potential public employment (Town Attorney)
• Reconvene in open session to report out of closed session
• Public comment on closed session items
• Meeting held at Town Hall Council Chambers, 300 Tamalpais Drive
• Remote participation available via Zoom

The Town Council voted to adjourn to a closed‑session meeting to consider a public‑employment matter concerning the Town Attorney. After the closed session, the Council reconvened in open session and reported no items to disclose. The special meeting was then adjourned.

• Adjourned to closed session on public employment – Town Attorney (no vote tally recorded)
• Reopened open session and reported no items (no decision required)
• Adjourned the special meeting (no vote tally recorded)