February 03, 2026
Mayor's Office
DATE: February 3, 2026
TO: Members of the City Council
FROM:
Mayor Martinez
Subject:
Macdonald Avenue Corridor Task Force Appointment –
Bryan Alvarez
FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A
PREVIOUS COUNCIL
ACTION:
N/A
STATEMENT OF THE
ISSUE:
Bryan Alvarez is applying for an open seat on the
Macdonald Avenue Corridor Task Force.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
APPOINT Bryan Alvarez to the Macdonald Avenue
Corridor Task Force, with a term expiring December 31,
2026. The appointment includes an option for extension
should the Task Force be continued. – Mayor’s Office
(Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503)
DISCUSSION:
With extensive experience working at the intersection of education, arts, and community development, Bryan Alvarez brings a data-informed and community-centered perspective to the Macdonald Avenue Corridor Task Force. His work at the East Bay Center for the Performing Arts includes delivering arts programs across multiple WCCUSD schools and engaging directly with students, families, and neighborhood partners in Richmond. Combined with his background in research, data analysis, and AGENDA
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service with local civic organizations, his experience supports the Task Force’s goals of inclusive revitalization and grounded, evidence-based decision-making.
DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
Attachment 1 – Bryan Alvarez Redacted Application