September 15, 2026
Mayor's Office
DATE: September 15, 2026
TO: Members of the City Council
FROM:
Mayor Martinez
Subject: Reappointment of Gay Timmons to the Planning
Commission
FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact associated with this item.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL
ACTION:
None.
STATEMENT OF THE
ISSUE:
Gay Timmons is reapplying to serve on the Planning
Commission.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: REAPPOINT Gay Timmons to the Planning Commission to a vacant seat with a new term ending June 30, 2028 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-620-6503).
DISCUSSION:
Commissioner Timmons has served on the Planning Commission since February 2024.
She is committed to addressing community concerns and helping shape thoughtful growth and development throughout Richmond. She is particularly interested in sustainable development and finding ways for the city to grow while balancing environmental, economic, and community needs. Through her service on the Planning AGENDA
REPORT
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Commission, she hopes to contribute to decisions that support Richmond’s neighborhoods, residents, and long-term future.
DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
Attachment 1 – Gay Timmon’s redacted application