September 15, 2026
Mayor's Office
DATE: September 15, 2026
TO: Members of the City Council
FROM:
Mayor Martinez
Subject: Appointment of Theophilus Little to the Macdonald Ave Corridor Taskforce
FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with this item.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL
ACTION:
None.
STATEMENT OF THE
ISSUE:
Theophilus Little is applying to serve on the Macdonald Ave Corridor Taskforce.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: APPOINT Theophilus Little to the Macdonald Ave Corridor Taskforce to a vacant seat with a new term
ending December 31, 2026 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor
Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503)
DISCUSSION:
Theophilus Little is seeking appointment to the Macdonald Ave Corridor Taskforce. He believes a vibrant, safe, and welcoming downtown is essential to Richmond’s continued growth. As a Support Services Administration Officer in the medical field, he works in the city every day and collaborates with community partners to improve the experience AGENDA
REPORT
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of the campus. Through this work, he has gained firsthand insight into the importance of clear, safe, accessible, and welcoming public spaces. He is interested in bringing this experience to the Macdonald Avenue Corridor Task Force and contributing to the continued improvement of the corridor and surrounding community.
DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
Attachment 1 – Theophilus Little’s redacted application