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Happy spring, Southern Marin!
As the days grow longer and our hills turn green, I’m pleased to share this March edition of the Southern Marin Scoop, filled with updates, opportunities, and ways to stay connected with your community. We have several upcoming public meetings, including the Seminary Planning Commission meeting and presentations on the Tam Valley Placemaking Study—both important chances to engage in shaping the future of our neighborhoods.
Across the county, there’s a lot happening. We’re celebrating improvements like the Marin City Library refresh and expanding access to services through programs like FixIt Marin and the BayREN EASE Home Program. Financial relief remains available for those impacted by winter storms through SBA loans, and we’re investing in community wellbeing through initiatives like the Breathe/Respira Grants. As we also observe Tsunami Preparedness Week (March 21–29), I encourage everyone to take a moment to review emergency readiness resources. Looking ahead, we’re excited for the reopening of the Marin Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium in January 2027.
It’s been a privilege to connect with so many of you in the community—from advocating for regional transportation and housing priorities at MTC-ABAG Lobby Days in Sacramento, to celebrating milestones like the first Library vending machine at Kruger Pines, and honoring the retirement of Marin Housing Authority Executive Director Kimberly Carroll. I’ve also enjoyed joining events like the Clean Slate Program in Marin City and the Mill Valley Business Awards, which highlight the strength and resilience of our community.
On local transportation and transit, your input is critical as we work toward safer, more accessible systems. We’re advancing Vision Zero strategies, supporting new federal conversations on e-bike safety inspired by Marin’s leadership at the state level, and preparing for the launch of the Marin-Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service (MASCOTS) Plan on April 12. Improvements to ADA bus stops and events like the “What About Age” Transportation Fair continue to move us toward a more inclusive transportation network that is safe for all users.
Finally, I encourage you to get involved. Whether through serving on a County board or commission, applying for the Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee, exploring career pathways through the County’s Career Explorer Program, or attending events like Scam Jam, there are many ways to participate and make a difference. Information about all these opportunities can be found in this newsletter.
Wishing you a wonderful start to spring—I look forward to continuing this work together.
All my best,
Stephanie
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Seminary Planning Commission Meeting
A proposed development on Marin County’s unincorporated Strawberry peninsula is moving toward a second review by the Marin County Planning Commission.
Preview materials for the planned renovation of the former Golden Gate Theological Seminary are available online, including the final environmental impact report (EIR), and the topic is scheduled for the March 30 Planning Commission agenda. The meeting starts at 11 AM at Marin Center’s Showcase Theater, at 20 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. It will be livestreamed on the County website and archived for later viewing.
Marin County Planning Commission Meeting
Monday, March 30, 2026 * 11 a.m.
Marin Center’s Showcase Theater, 20 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael
Agenda
Southern Marin Invited to Meetings on Future of
Tam Junction & Manzanita Areas
Staff members from the County of Marin are planning on attending two meetings in April to introduce a new study that looks at the future of the Tam Junction and Manzanita areas in unincorporated southern Marin.
Staff is seeking public comment to determine community priorities around issues like community vitality, safety, access and resiliency for the study area to draft a community-driven request for proposals from qualified consultants. A robust public engagement effort, including several community meetings, surveys, and the formation of an advisory group, will begin once a consultant has been chosen this fall.
Staff from the Community Development Agency (CDA) will introduce its Tam Junction Placemaking Study at the following April meetings:
- Wednesday, April 1, 7 PM, Tam Valley Community Center, 203 Marin Avenue
- Wednesday, April 15, 7PM, Tam Valley Community Center
The interdisciplinary project team will conduct a collaborative and hands on community engagement effort to research, assess feedback from the residents and business owners, and publish a report on the findings to ensure a thriving, vibrant, and sustainable Tam Junction. READ MORE
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Marin City Library Refreshed
The Marin County Free Library (MCFL) reached a milestone recently on its systemwide Library Refresh Project, upgrading its spaces to be more inclusive and welcoming to all patrons after a robust community feedback campaign.
The most recent refresh was completed for the Marin City Library, featuring an updated service desk, modern furniture, reorganized shelving, a new gallery wall, fresh coats of paint, and new carpet. The teen area has been expanded to include comfortable lounge seating and larger gathering spaces for teens to work on projects together, offering teens their own community space in their local libraries. On February 25, patrons were welcomed back as the library door reopened [Video - External]. The scent of fresh doughnuts filled the air as caregivers shared books with their children, and familiar faces reconnected throughout the space.
 Low-Interest Loans Now Available to Help Cover January Storm Losses
The County of Marin’s emergency proclamation, following the severe storm surges in early January, has made federal assistance available in the form of low interest disaster loans.
Loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are available to businesses, private nonprofits, and residents to offset physical and economic losses from the storm, flooding, and king tides that inundated parts of Marin from December 31, 2025 through January 5, 2026.
The application deadlines are April 6 for loans to cover physical damage and November 3 to cover economic injury. Those seeking relief can apply on the SBA website[External], call (800) 659-2955, or email the SBA customer service staff at disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.
 Marin Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium to Reopen
in January 2027
The Marin Veterans' Memorial Auditorium (VMA), the largest indoor entertainment venue in Marin County, is set to reopen in January 2027, after three and a half years of closure. The County of Marin is sharing new details on the first phase of renovations at the historic venue, which has hosted legendary performers and landmark community moments for more than 50 years.
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FixItMarin
Report and track problems in unincorporated Marin County from your mobile device or computer.
FixItMarin is Marin County’s official app for reporting non-emergency issues in unincorporated areas. If something in your neighborhood isn’t right—a pothole, a fallen branch, or illegal dumping—let the County know anytime, from your phone, tablet or computer.
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Grants Connect Communities to the Outdoors
This summer, the County of Marin will again award up to $200,000 in Parks Measure A funding to community organizations to help overcome barriers and connect communities to parks. The maximum grant is $10,000 per award.
For the past 12 years, the Breathe Community Grant Program (Respira in Spanish), overseen by Marin County Parks, has provided thousands of residents with wellness programs and other community services in outdoor settings. When people are introduced to new park locations, they are more likely to return with family and friends. This year, grantee organizations are leading outdoor experiences for residents of all ages and backgrounds, including the Marin City Health and Wellness Center, which is providing weekly therapeutic outdoor programs at Rocky Graham Park, led by a nurse practitioner, for clinic patients, targeting seniors, public housing residents, unhoused, diabetics, and those with chronic pain or illness.
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Tsunami Preparedness Week [March 21–29]
Do you live, work or play on the coast? Potential tsunami impact areas include beaches and coastal communities. Marin County surroundings included.
In the event of a potential tsunami, caused by something like an earthquake, local authorities may issue alerts (watch, advisory, warnings) that encourage residents to seek higher ground. In the event of a tsunami, some alerts will be official, others will be natural. Both are equally important.
If you’re at the coast and feel a strong or long earthquake, notice the water suddenly rise or fall, or hear a loud roar from offshore, a tsunami may follow. Move quickly to high ground. That could mean going up a hill, heading farther inland away from the coast, or going to the upper floors of a sturdy multi-story building if you can’t leave the area. Follow instructions from local officials, sign up to receive emergency alerts at Emergency.MarinCounty.gov.
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BayREN EASE Home Program
New energy efficiency program for middle-income residents
in single-family homes
Marin residents who make a yearly income less than 120% Area Median Income (see table below) and live in a single-family home built before 2010 are eligible for the BayREN EASE Home program.
The EASE Home program provides start-to-finish project management – from site visit to scope of work to construction – for energy efficiency projects including attic insulation, duct system repair or replacement, induction cooking, weatherization, and more. The program pays for 80% of the work done with the resident co-pay capped at $1,000.
Renters in single-family homes can qualify but will need approval from the property owner to complete a project.
Fill out the Marin County Interest Form to get started with the EASE Home program for your home.
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In Community
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 Supervisor Stephanie Moulton-Peters joined MTC–ABAG colleagues in Sacramento for State Lobby Days, meeting with state leaders to advocate for Bay Area priorities. Highlights included visiting Senator McGuire’s office with Commissioners Lisa Motoyama (El Cerrito) and Gina Papan (San Mateo County) (bottom right photos); a meeting with Assemblymember Ash Kalra (bottom left photo); and gathering with Assemblymember Damon Connolly alongside the MTC–ABAG delegation (top photo).
 Marin County's first library vending machine is up and running at a southern Marin subsidized housing complex, and it's packed with calorie-free literary and educational treats. The installation, which took place March 20, is a collaboration between the Marin County Free Library (MCFL), the Marin Housing Authority (MHA), and the Marin County Department of Information Services and Technology (IST).
Marin Housing Authority Executive Director
Kimberly Carroll Retires
 Supervisor Stephanie Moulton-Peters joined colleagues and community partners in honoring Kimberly Carroll on her retirement and celebrating her outstanding leadership as Executive Director of the Marin Housing Authority. Over years of dedicated public service, Kimberly strengthened housing programs, expanded opportunities for Marin’s most vulnerable residents, and advanced major initiatives including the revitalization of Golden Gate Village—leaving a lasting impact on the community she served with integrity, compassion, and vision.
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Clean Slate Program in Marin City, Feb. 26
Supervisor Stephanie Moulton-Peters attended the County of Marin’s successful Clean Slate Program event at Saint Andrew Presbyterian Church in Marin City, joined by Aide Doreen Gounard and Juanita Douglas, Executive Director of Tradeswomen, Inc.
This “road show” brings a wide range of County services directly into neighborhoods, and over the past five years has created hundreds of meaningful, positive connections between residents and staff across multiple departments.
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 Supervisor Stephanie Moulton-Peters celebrates the winners of the inaugural Mill Valley Business Awards—Matthew Purdon of Woander (Up and Coming Business), Maria Hoppe of Sweetwater Music Hall (newly named "Paula Reynolds" Most Valuable Employee), and Bonnie Powers and Jeffrey Levin of Poet and the Bench (Most Innovative Business). Hosted by the Mill Valley Chamber of Commerce at the Buckeye Restaurant, the first-ever awards recognized outstanding local businesses and individuals who bring creativity, connection, and community spirit to the 94941.
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Transportation News
Help Shape Marin County’s Vision Zero Strategies
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Vision Zero is a strategy to improve the safety of our roadways and work toward preventing traffic-related deaths and serious injuries. It emphasizes proactive and preventive actions to design and plan our roadways to prioritize safety for all who walk, drive, or roll in the region. As residents, employees, and businesses living and working in Marin, your experience and perspective are key factors in identifying safety concerns and shaping solutions. Take our map-based survey and learn more about the Vision Zero Process here. Your input will help inform strategies identified in the Action Plan.
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 Supervisor Stephanie Moulton-Peters attended a briefing in Sacramento at the Assembly Transportation Committee on e-bike safety, hosted by Chair Assemblymember Lori Wilson (center). The presentation by San José State University Mineta Transportation Institute researcher Asha Weinstein Agrawal, PhD, highlighted findings and recommendations to address safety challenges, including illegal e-motorcycles. Marin County contributed to the study through Supervisor Mary Sackett’s office and the County’s legislative team, and continues to advance solutions through recently passed state legislation establishing a Marin–Sonoma pilot program.
E-Bike Safety Rules, Sparked by Marin’s Work, Introduced to Congress
Bipartisan federal legislation on e-bike safety has officially been introduced at the U.S. Capitol, and at least part of its origins can be traced to Marin County.
Congressmember Jared Huffman, who represents Marin and the rest of California’s Second Congressional District, worked with four other U.S. Representatives under the leadership of Southern California Congressman Dave Min to introduce the Safe Standards for Personal E-Bike and E-Moto Device Specifications Act[External] (Safe SPEEDS Act) on Friday, March 13.
The bill would direct the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) to develop a final consumer product safety standard that defines clear and consistent classifications, labeling requirements, and minimum age recommendations for e-bikes, e-motos, and other off-road electric products. It would also require periodic CPSC studies on crashes, injuries, and fatalities associated with e-bikes and e-motos as well as establish a grant program and training module to help local governments, law enforcement agencies, and emergency medical services (EMS) agencies to standardize incident reporting, enhance data collection, and conduct public education on safety risks from e-bikes and e-motos.
Now that the bipartisan bill is introduced, the Marin County Board of Supervisors will advocate for its passage through Congress.
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Marin-Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service (MASCOTS) Plan Launches April 12, 2026
Marin-Sonoma Coordinated Transit Service (MASCOTS) Plan Launches April 12, 2026 | More Service - Better Connections Along the Highway 101 Corridor
As part of regional coordination efforts, in April 2026, Golden Gate Transit, Marin Transit, and SMART are making service changes to improve connections and coordination between agencies to offer more frequent service for riders. Service changes will be made on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Visit marintransit.gov/april2026changes for information about changes to Marin Transit local bus service. Learn more about the regional MASCOTS effort at mascotsplan.org.
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Marin Transit ADA Bus Stop Improvement Project Updates
Marin Transit is committed to ensuring that bus stops are accessible to all. Following a comprehensive assessment of Marin Transit bus stops in Marin County, their team initiated a project to make improvements at high ridership stops. This month, they announced that construction at the stops identified for improvements is largely complete. Improvements in District 3 include:
- Miller Ave & Camino Alto – Westbound in Mill Valley
- Almonte Blvd & Rosemont Ave - Southbound in Unincorporated Marin
- Redwood Hwy Frontage Rd & De Silva Island Dr. in Caltrans right of way
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 Are you interested in learning about your transportation options in Marin County? Join us on April 30, 2026 to hear from transit agencies and transportation providers serving Marin County and beyond. During the event you will be able to learn about the transportation options available to you, start the enrollment process for various programs, and sign up for guided field trips on transit. There is no cost to attend the event and RSVP strongly encouraged.
What About Age Transportation Fair
- Date: Thursday April 30, 2026
- Time: 11am – 2pm
- Location: Vivalon (formerly Whistlestop) – 930 Tamalpais Avenue, San Rafael
- Key Info:
- Attendees can expect to ear from transportation providers in Marin, sign up for a variety of transportation programs, and sign up for guided field trips on transit.
- Refreshments & lunch will be provided.
- There is no cost to attend, but RSVP is strongly encouraged as space is limited.
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Get Involved
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Join a County of Marin Board or Commission
Here’s a concise paragraph you can drop into a supervisors newsletter:
District 3 currently has multiple openings on local boards and commissions, offering a valuable opportunity for community members to get involved and help shape county programs and policies. Positions are available across a range of groups, including the Commission on Aging, Women’s Commission, Tam Design Review Board as well as other design review and service area boards. In total, there are currently about 11 open seats for District 3 appointments. (Marin County) If you or someone you know is interested in contributing your expertise and representing the community, please consider applying and sharing this opportunity broadly.
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 County Seeks Applicants for Participatory Budgeting Steering Committee
After a successful first cycle, Participatory Budgeting (PB) is back in Marin County. The County’s Office of Equity is again leading this innovative approach to community-driven funding in Marin.
In Cycle 2 of PB, the County of Marin is making $2.5 million available, and community members will decide how to spend the funds on equity-centered projects. The democratic process gives community members real power over real money.
“With the launch of PB Cycle 2, we are continuing to invest in community leadership and ensuring that public dollars are guided by lived experience and community priorities,” said County Equity Director Jamillah Jordan. Ensuring County resources are invested equitably — and that all communities have a voice in decision-making — is central to a key Board priority of building racially equitable communities.
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County of Marin Career Explorer Program
The County of Marin Career Explorer Program offers paid summer internships for local youths (often aged 15-21) to gain professional experience in county departments. The program features a paid orientation (covering résumé writing, public speaking, and financial literacy) followed by a 6–8 week work placement, typically running between June and August.
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Office of the County Executive Internship Opportunities
The Office of the County Executive is getting ready to host a new cohort of summer interns, and several Board offices will be hosting interns as part of the same recruitment and cohort process.
Summer Internship Program Overview
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Paid internship opportunity open to Undergraduate and Graduate students that begins on June 22, 2026, 15–20 hours per week ~10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday
- Interns and are placed within a division of the Office of the County Executive or Board of Supervisors offices based on interest and experience.
This program is ideal for students interested in local government, public policy, budgeting, sustainability, communications, or community engagement. Because this work is rooted in serving Marin’s residents and communities, we strongly encourage applicants with a connection to Marin County and an interest in building a career in public service.
Offices hosting 2026 summer interns:
Budget Division, Legislative Division, Climate and Sustainability, Office of Equity, Clerk of the Board, Municipal Services, Digital and Transformation, Communications and Board of Supervisors.
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Marin County Scam Jam
Stay informed and protect yourself from fraud at this free community event! Join AARP California, Marin County Aging and Adult Services, and the Financial Abuse Specialist Team on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Tiburon.
Learn how to identify, avoid, and report scams, hear from experts about the latest fraud trends, and discover ways to safeguard yourself from identity theft.
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