MINUTES OF JUNE 2, 2026
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE
CORTE MADERA TOWN COUNCIL
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1. CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL AND SALUTE TO THE FLAG
Mayor Thomas called the meeting of the Town Council to order in the Council Chambers, 300 Tamalpais Drive, Corte Madera, on June 2, 2026 at 6:30PM.
Councilmembers Present: Mayor Thomas, Vice Mayor Casissa, Councilmembers Andrews, Beckman and Ravasio
Councilmembers Absent: None
Staff Present: Town Manager Adam Wolff
Town Attorney Richard Pio Roda
Assistant Town Manager Rebecca Vaughn
Fire Chief Ruben Martin
Community Development Director Amy Lyle
Finance Director Chris Petlock
Town Clerk/Assistant to the Town Manager Lorena Barrera Mayor Thomas announced that Rule 7.2 of the Council’s Rules of Procedure provides that the presiding officer may change the Order of Business to facilitate the conduct of the meeting. No action by the Council is required.
In order to accommodate the guests present for the Citizen of the Year recognition, the agenda order would be changed as follows:
2. Presentation of the Citizen of the Year Award
3. Interview of the Climate Action Committee Youth Applicant
4. Open Time for Public Comment
5. Consent Calendar
6. Business Items
7. Reports
8. Draft Agenda
9. Adjournment
Mayor Thomas began with the presentation of the Citizen of the Year Award.
2. PRESENTATIONS:
2.A. Presentation of Corte Madera Citizen of the Year Award to Ted Meyer Discussion begins at 2:01 https://youtu.be/ZDXYB7Gy05k?si=5wgRVlLJS9SMkovG&t=121 Assistant Town Manager Rebecca Vaughn introduced Ted Meyer, Corte Madera’s Citizen of the Year. Ted Meyer shared a few words regarding his recognition.
Councilmembers took turns reading a proclamation honoring Meyer as Corte Madera Citizen of the Year.
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Brief comments were provided by Council and then a photo was taken with Ted Meyer.
At 6:46PM, Council recessed for a cupcake celebration in the lobby.
Council reconvened at 6:57PM and continued with the re-ordered agenda.
3. INTERVIEW OF CLIMATE ACTION COMMITTEE YOUTH APPLICANT
3.A. Interview Emily Muller for Consideration for Appointment to the Climate Action Committee for a One-Year Term on the Youth Seat Commencing on July 1, 2026 and Expiring on June 30, 2027
Discussion begins at 15:38 https://youtu.be/ZDXYB7Gy05k?si=PYG5GGg0imaoZDu4&t=938 The Town Council interviewed Emily Muller for consideration for appointment to serve a youth term on the Climate Action Committee. Mayor Thomas explained that the questions for the interview would be read out and that they were the same questions that had been emailed to the applicant prior to the meeting. Each question had an assigned time limit and was read out for a verbal response.
The interview questions used for the applicant included:
A. Opening Statement - one minute
This is your opportunity to share a little about yourself, your family, your involvement with any other organizations in town, etc., with the Council B. Four questions - two minutes each
1. Why are you interested in serving on the Climate Action Committee? What goals would you hope to advance on the Committee?
2. Please describe the qualities and experience that you would bring to the Committee, including your experience and knowledge related to climate change, sustainability, and/or community outreach.
3. What is your familiarity with the Town’s climate goals, climate action workplan, and/or Climate Action Committee?
4. Please describe your strengths and weaknesses as they relate to working with a group or, if applicable, serving as a member and how would you describe your problem-solving style and strategies for dealing with difficult situations or decisionmaking in a public setting. (Please include the following information in your response:
• How would you reconcile your personal opinions and emotions should they conflict with the policies and regulations established by the Town?) C. Commitment Question – Yes or No Answer
The Climate Action Committee meets the third Wednesday of each month from 4:30pm - 6:00pm. Committee members have an obligation to attend meetings in person and are expected to attend all regularly scheduled meetings, or a minimum of 75% of meetings per fiscal year. They are also expected to read the agenda packet (typically posted the Friday prior to the meeting) and come prepared to discuss agenda items at the meeting. Optionally, Committee members may take on research and/or outreach tasks to advance the Committee’s goals outside of meeting times.
Considering these expectations, do you feel you are able to commit to a 1-year term on the Climate Action Committee?
D. Closing Statement (Optional) - one minute
Mayor Thomas opened the public comment period.
Council received comments from the following individuals:
• Marla Orth
Mayor Thomas closed the public comment period and called for a motion.
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MOTION: It was M/S/C (Casissa/Andrews) to appoint Emily Muller to serve on the Climate Action Committee for a term commencing July 1, 2026 and expiring on June 30, 2027.
ROLL CALL VOTE: 5-0 in favor of the motion.
4. OPEN TIME FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
Discussion begins at 27:34 https://youtu.be/ZDXYB7Gy05k?si=ML3M0dYfa2f7eRlo&t=1654 Mayor Thomas opened the public comment period.
Prior to the start of the meeting, Council received a comment via email. During the meeting, Council received public comment from 12 individuals:
• Karen Lorenston
• Brenda Brown
• Judy Creasy
• Kye Mashima
• Sean Randolph
• Mary Cast
• Tucker Hyatt
• Barry Cohen
• Lucinda Smith
• Roy Wolford
• Arlene Wolford
• Pati Stoliar
Mayor Thomas closed the public comment period and continued with the agenda.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Discussion begins at 51:18 https://youtu.be/ZDXYB7Gy05k?si=gAenzlBHjZHIHPdG&t=3078 Mayor Thomas asked if there were requests from Council or staff for removal of items from the Consent Calendar. No requests to pull items were received from Councilmembers.
Mayor Thomas 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.
No public comments were received for the consent calendar during the meeting.
Mayor Thomas closed the public comment period.
Thomas called for a motion on the consent calendar items.
MOTION: It was M/S/C (Ravasio/Beckman) to approve Consent Calendar items 5.A. – 5.G.
ROLL CALL VOTE: 5-0 in favor of the motion.
The approved Consent Calendar items consisted of the following:
5.A. Adopt Resolution No. 19/2026 Terminating the January 6, 2026 Declaration of Local Emergency in the Town of Corte Madera
5.B. Adopt Resolution No. 20/2026 Approving the FY 2026/27 SB1 Project List and Funding of Gas Tax Expenditures Per Senate Bill No. 1 (SB1): The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017
5.C. Adopt Resolution No. 21/2026 Allowing Two Temporary Signs in the Public Right-ofWay from June 15, 2026, to July 30, 2026, Publicizing the Larkspur Community Foundation’s Rose Bowl Dance 2026
5.D. Adopt Resolution No. 22/2026 Amending the Posting Locations for Town Ordinances and Notices and Rescinding Resolution No. 13/2022
5.E. Approve Minutes of May 19, 2026 Town Council Special Meeting
5.F. Approve Minutes of May 19, 2026 Town Council Regular Meeting
5.G. Approve Minutes of May 20, 2026 Town Council Closed Session Meeting June 2, 2026 Town Council Regular Meeting Minutes 4
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None
7. BUSINESS ITEMS
7.A. Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt Resolution No. 23/2026 Approving the Proposed Amendments to the Ross Valley Paramedic Authority (RVPA) Joint Powers Authority (JPA) Agreement and Authorizing the Town Manager to Execute the Agreement
Discussion begins at 52:35 https://youtu.be/ZDXYB7Gy05k?si=wuwBXNVUQGuOJBZ8&t=3155 Town Manager Adam Wolff introduced the item and Fire Chief Ruben Martin provided a presentation (begins on page 132) to Council. With the assistance of Town Manager Wolff, Chief Martin responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Thomas opened the public comment period.
Council received public comment from 12 individuals:
• Bob Bundy
• Roy Wolford
Mayor Thomas closed the public comment period. After further deliberation, Mayor Thomas called for a motion.
MOTION: It was M/S/C (Casissa/Ravasio) to adopt Resolution No. 23/2026.
ROLL CALL VOTE: 4-1 (Opposed: Andrews) in favor of the motion.
7.B. Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt Resolution No. 24/2026 1) Calling for and Giving Notice of the Holding of the General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026 for a Ballot Measure Imposing and Extending the Special Parcel Tax for Paramedic Services; and (2) Requesting that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Marin Consolidate Said Election with the General Election to be Held on the Same Date and Requesting Election Services by the Marin County Elections Department Discussion begins at 1:29:16 https://youtu.be/ZDXYB7Gy05k?si=ieaExuJXp7pwVjEB&t=5356 Fire Chief Ruben Martin presented the item and responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Thomas opened the public comment period.
No public comments were received for this item.
Mayor Thomas closed the public comment period. After further deliberation, Mayor Thomas called for a motion.
MOTION: It was M/S/C (Beckman/Ravasio) to adopt Resolution No. 24/2026.
ROLL CALL VOTE: 4-1 (Opposed: Andrews) in favor of the motion.
7.C. Consideration and Possible Action to Adopt Resolution No. 25/2026 1) Calling for and Giving Notice of the Holding of the General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026 to Elect Three Councilmembers for the Full Term of Four Years Each; and (2) Requesting that the Board of Supervisors of the County of Marin Consolidate Said Election with the General Election to be Held on the Same Date and Requesting Election Services by the Marin County Elections Department
Discussion begins at 1:33:04 https://youtu.be/ZDXYB7Gy05k?si=Uc5IdL-Il61p-Z_V&t=5584 Town Clerk/Assistant to the Town Manager Lorena Barrera presented the item and responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Thomas opened the public comment period.
No public comments were received for this item.
Mayor Thomas closed the public comment period. After further deliberation, Mayor Thomas called for a motion.
MOTION: It was M/S/C (Beckman/Ravasio) to adopt Resolution No. 25/2026.
ROLL CALL VOTE: 5-0 in favor of the motion.
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7.D. Consideration and Possible Direction to Staff on the Proposed Amendments to the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating Budget, Equipment & Technology Fund, and Parks & Rec Fund
Discussion begins at 1:37:43 https://youtu.be/ZDXYB7Gy05k?si=UzlEafGi4QVx_XhW&t=5863 Town Manager Adam Wolff introduced the item and Finance Director Chris Petlock provided a presentation to Council. Together, Wolff and Petlock responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Thomas opened the public comment period.
No public comments were received for this item.
Mayor Thomas closed the public comment period. After further deliberation, Mayor Thomas thanked staff for the presentation of the item.
8. TOWN MANAGER AND COUNCIL REPORTS
Discussion begins at 2:20:11 https://youtu.be/ZDXYB7Gy05k?si=Yeo1_LwFS2Gt7QMa&t=8411 Town Manager: Town Manager Adam Wolff highlighted the current traffic enforcement efforts being conducted by Central Marin Police Authority.
Town Council Reports:
Mayor Thomas: She attended a Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) orientation, the historical quilt presentation and the Nonagenarians and Centenarians event.
Vice Mayor Casissa: He attended a Marin Transit meeting, the Marin County Council of Mayors and Councilmembers (MCCMC) meeting, the dinner to surprise the Citizen of the Year and the Nonagenarians and Centenarians event.
Councilmember Andrews: No report was provided.
Councilmember Beckman: He attended the Nonagenarians and Centenarians event, and MCE meeting, and a Central Marin Sanitation Agency (CMSA) meeting.
Councilmember Ravasio: She attended a MCCMC Legislative Committee meeting and she publicly apologized for disclosing information that was confidential and is asking for Council to consider creating an open-space committee.
9. DISCUSSION OF DRAFT AGENDA FOR UPCOMING TOWN COUNCIL MEETING
9.A. Review of Draft Agenda for Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Town Council Meeting No comments were received for the draft agenda.
10. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Thomas adjourned the meeting at 9:14PM in memory of Mike Boland to the next Town Council meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.