MINUTES OF JUNE 17, 2025
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CORTE MADERA TOWN COUNCIL
Meeting video available at: https://youtu.be/9xJyCuF3-zI?si=9wXZXrNWtSSR4eIO&t=151 To access a guide on how to activate transcripts for the Town’s video recordings, visit https://www.cortemadera.gov/DocumentCenter/View/10133/How-to-Activate-and-Use-the-Transcript-Feature-onYouTube PUBLIC ATTENDANCE OPTIONS FOR THIS MEETING:
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1. CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL AND SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Mayor Ravasio called the Meeting of the Town Council to order at the Town Council Chambers, 300 Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera, CA on June 17, 2025 at 6:34PM due to a short break taken after the conclusion of the special meeting preceding this meeting.
Councilmembers Present: Mayor Ravasio, Vice Mayor Thomas (Virtual), Councilmembers Andrews, Beckman and Casissa
Councilmembers Absent: None
Staff Present: Town Manager Adam Wolff
Town Attorney Amy Ackerman
Assistant Town Manager Rebecca Vaughn
Community Development Director Amy Lyle
Finance Director Chris Petlock
Parks and Recreation Director Tim Barry
Associate Planner Tracy Hegarty
Town Clerk/Assistant to the Town Manager Lorena Barrera Vice Mayor Thomas announced her request for authorized remote attendance for “just cause” due to a contagious illness.
As Vice Mayor Thomas’s request for remote attendance requires Council approval, Mayor Ravasio called for a vote.
Town Clerk/Assistant to the Town Manager Lorena Barrera conducted a roll call vote. Mayor Ravasio and Councilmembers Andrews, Beckman and Casissa all voted in favor of approving Vice Mayor Thomas’s remote participation for the meeting.
2. OPEN TIME FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Ravasio opened up the item for public comment.
Council received public comment from 1 individual:
• Don Wahlberg
Mayor Ravasio closed public comment and moved on to the next item.
3. PRESENTATIONS
3.A. Presentation of the Corte Madera Citizen of the Year/Lifetime Achievement Award to Dr. Robert Bundy
June 17, 2025 Corte Madera Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2 (Discussion begins at 8:56 / 2:39:13 https://youtu.be/9xJyCuF3-zI?si=_SYKp2FajBvvznnn&t=536) Mayor Ravasio introduced the item and asked Council to take turns reading a clause from the recognition honoring Dr. Bob Bundy. Dr. Bundy thanked the Council and shared a few words.
Mayor Ravasio opened up the item for public comment.
Council received public comment from 4 individuals:
• Bob Ravasio
• Pati Stoliar
• Peter Chase
• Dr. Bundy’s neighbor
Mayor Ravasio closed public comment. Council and Town Manager Wolff shared a few words recognizing Dr. Bundy. Mayor Ravasio presented the recognition and Council took a brief pause for a photo opportunity with Dr. Bundy.
Mayor Ravasio moved on to the next item.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR:
(Discussion begins at 27:18 / 2:39:13 https://youtu.be/9xJyCuF3-zI?si=uLJA6MkmFWwmCWUe&t=1638) Mayor Ravasio asked if there were requests from Council or staff for removal of items from the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Andrews requested to pull item 4.G.
Mayor Ravasio asked if there were public comments or requests from the public for removal of items from the Consent Calendar.
There were no requests from members of the public to pull items from the Consent Calendar and no public comments were received.
Mayor Ravasio closed public comment.
Mayor Ravasio called for a motion on the remainder of the consent calendar.
MOTION: It was M/S/C (Casissa/Beckman) to approve Consent Calendar items 4.A. through 4.
4.F.
ROLL CALL VOTE: 5-0 in favor of the motion.
The approved Consent Calendar items consisted of the following:
4.A. Second Reading and Possible Adoption Ordinance No. 1046 Amending Title 18 (Zoning) to 1) Allow Additional Flexibility Related to Lot Coverage and Setbacks for Uncovered Decks Three to Five Feet in Height in the Rear Yard (this is limited to decks on Golden Hind Passage and adjacent to the Bay); and 2) Increase Lot Coverage by Two Percent for all Residential Parcels in the Special Flood Hazard Area in the R-1 Medium Density Residential Zone
4.B. Accept the May 2025 General Fund Revenue and Expense Report
4.C. Acknowledge and File Accounts Payable Warrants for May 2025
4.D. Adopt Proclamation in Support of Parks Make Life Better Month – July 2025
4.E. Approval of Necessary Funds for Interested Councilmembers to Attend the League of California Cities Annual Conference October 8-10, 2025, in Long Beach, CA, and Appointment of Councilmember Eli Beckman as the Town’s Voting Delegate for the General Assembly
4.F. Approve Minutes of the June 3, 2025 Town Council Special Meeting Mayor Ravasio returned to item 4.G. and turned it over to Councilmember Andrews.
4.G. Approve Minutes of the June 3, 2025 Town Council Regular Meeting (Discussion begins at 28:33 / 2:39:13 https://youtu.be/9xJyCuF3-zI?si=zLMrwA08XcT4YcxU&t=1713) June 17, 2025 Corte Madera Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes 3 Councilmember Andrews stated he was still dissatisfied with the level of detail. Town Manager Adam Wolff responded that he would discuss his points with the Town Clerk to get a better of understanding of the request and he will then follow up with Council. Town Attorney Amy Ackerman stated Council has to be careful and not take action on items not on an agenda.
Mayor Ravasio mentioned using artificial intelligence (AI) like other small towns are using.
Town Clerk/ Assistant to the Town Manager Lorena Barrera asked Council to view the item that was pulled from the Consent Calendar and she explained the updates that have been made to the action minutes including a guide for the public to be able to enable the transcription feature of the Town’s video recordings as those transcriptions capture the detail that Council is seeking.
Mayor Ravasio thanked staff for the information.
Mayor Ravasio opened up the item for public comment.
Council received public comment from 1 individual:
• Pati Stoliar
Mayor Ravasio closed public comment and called for a motion.
MOTION: It was M/S/C (Casissa/Andrews) to approve Consent Calendar item 4.G.
ROLL CALL VOTE: 5-0 in favor of the motion.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
5.A. Review Proposed Town Operating Budget for Fiscal Years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 and Provide Direction to Staff as Appropriate (This is a two-meeting item) (Discussion begins at 40:37 / 2:39:13 https://youtu.be/9xJyCuF3-zI?si=Qh13mUxHb5_4HFix&t=2437) Town Manager Adam Wolff introduced the item and Finance Director Chris Petlock provided a presentation to Council. Finance Director Chris Petlock and Town Manager Adam Wolff assisted with responding to questions from Council.
Mayor Ravasio opened up the item for public comment.
Council received public comment from 1 individual:
• Pati Stoliar
Mayor Ravasio closed public comment. Following further discussion, Mayor Ravasio moved on to the next item.
6. BUSINESS ITEMS
6.A. Consideration and Possible Adoption of 1.) Resolution No. 24/2025 Approving the Classification of Deputy District Manager with a Salary Range of $12,166 to $14,788 per Month and 2.) Resolution No. 25/2025 Approving the Classification of Principal Planner with a Salary Range of $10,840 to $13,176 per Month; and Revisions to the Job Descriptions of the Assistant Planner, Associate Planner, and Senior Planner Classifications; and a 5% Salary Range Adjustment for the Associate Planner Classification from $9,895 to $10,391 per Month (This is a two-meeting item, previously introduced as two separate items on June 3, 2025)
(Discussion begins at 1:49:32 / 2:39:13 https://youtu.be/9xJyCuF3-zI?si=tJHxgYJPv5lXz-aw&t=6572) Town Manager Adam Wolff presented the item and addressed the corrections that were made from the previous report presented on June 3, 2025. With the assistance of Community Development Director Amy Lyle, Wolff responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Ravasio opened up the item for public comment.
No public comments were received from attendees or via email on this item.
Mayor Ravasio closed public comment and called for a motion.
MOTION: It was M/S/C (Beckman/Thomas) to adopt Resolution Nos. 24/2025 and 25/2025 ROLL CALL VOTE: 5-0 in favor of the motion.
June 17, 2025 Corte Madera Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes 4
6.B. Consideration and Possible Adoption of 1.) Resolution No. 26/2025 Approving Revisions to the Benefits of Confidential, Professional, Technical and Mid-Management Employees Regarding Reimbursable Expenses for Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging; and 2.) Resolution No. 27/2025 Approving Revisions to the Benefits of Department Head Employees to Standardize Provisions for Reimbursable Expenses Including Expenses for Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging (This is a two-meeting item, introduced on June 3, 2025)
(Discussion begins at 1:55:44 / 2:39:13 https://youtu.be/9xJyCuF3-zI?si=VI7liBdQ3XdOq-3f&t=6944) Town Manager Adam Wolff presented the item and responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Ravasio opened up the item for public comment.
No public comments were received from attendees or via email on this item.
Mayor Ravasio closed public comment and called for a motion.
MOTION: It was M/S/C (Beckman/Casissa) to adopt Resolution Nos. 26/2025 and 27/2025 ROLL CALL VOTE: 5-0 in favor of the motion.
6.C. Consideration and Possible Adoption of Resolution No. 28/2025 Approving Revisions to the Existing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Between SEIU 1021 (Service Employees International Union) and the Town of Corte Madera Regarding Educational Reimbursements and Professional Development Incentive Premium Pay for the Field Supervisor Position (This is a two-meeting item, introduced on June 3, 2025) (Discussion begins at 1:57:32 / 2:39:13 https://youtu.be/9xJyCuF3-zI?si=g4eM196obPTFwQo4&t=7052) Town Manager Adam Wolff presented the item and responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Ravasio opened up the item for public comment.
No public comments were received from attendees or via email on this item.
Mayor Ravasio closed public comment and called for a motion.
MOTION: It was M/S/C (Casissa/Andrews) to adopt Resolution No. 28/2025 ROLL CALL VOTE: 5-0 in favor of the motion.
7. TOWN MANAGER AND COUNCIL REPORTS
(Discussion begins at 1:59:17 / 2:39:13 https://youtu.be/9xJyCuF3-zI?si=SqIsU-xALmaaUEMU&t=7157) Town Manager: Town Manager Adam Wolff stated staff will be tracking the health and wellness benefit usage by staff for better reporting next year. He reported on concerns received regarding the old movie theater and also provided an update on individuals participating in protests in Town.
He also announced that there are five new police officers at Central Marin Police Authority.
Town Council Reports:
Mayor Ravasio: She announced that she will be working on a report to council regarding concrete tables at the Town Plaza. She also encouraged the public to attend the Fourth of July parade.
Vice Mayor Thomas: She attended a Marin County regional firefighter academy graduation with Councilmember Casissa.
Councilmember Andrews: No report was provided.
Councilmember Beckman: He attended the Central Marin Sanitation Agency Board meeting.
Councilmember Casissa: He announced that the donation agreement for the intergenerational center has been signed. He also attended the Marin County regional firefighter academy graduation.
8. DISCUSSION OF DRAFT AGENDA FOR UPCOMING TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
8.A. Review of Draft Agenda for Tuesday, July 1, 2025 Town Council Meeting June 17, 2025 Corte Madera Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes 5 There were no comments from Council regarding the draft agenda, and no public comment was received from attendees or via email.
9. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Ravasio adjourned the meeting at 8:41PM to the next Town Council Meeting on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.