Locunity/Marin County, CA·Board Supervisors
Under California's Constitution and laws, the five members of the Board of Supervisors serve as the legislative and executive body of the County of Marin. Members are elected on a nonpartisan basis by district and serve four-year terms. The Board enacts ordinances, determines policies, adopts annual budgets, and also serves as the governing board of many special districts such as Marin County Open Space District, Marin Transit, and the Marin Housing Authority.
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Recent updates from Governing Board
Acting as the Flood Control District, the board adopted the supplemental environmental review and authorized staff to acquire easements for the Santa Venetia floodwall.
Why it matters: Clears a milestone for protecting about 900 homes, but residents question fish-habitat findings, oversight, interim levee safety and funding.
Supervisors set a March 2, 2027 special election on a roughly $3.27 million parcel tax to repair a Cliff Road landslide and Altura Avenue slopes.
Why it matters: The measure needs two-thirds voter approval; residents say road access for fire engines and ambulances is at stake this winter.
The board established the advisory body, approved bylaws and directed recruitment from November, with appointments expected in March.
Why it matters: Frames community input for a non-regulatory long-range vision and serves as a template for future advisory bodies.
After a TEFRA hearing with no public comment, the board approved up to $160 million in conduit bonds through CMFA for Golden Gate Village Phase II.
Why it matters: Supports rehabilitation of 100% affordable housing in Marin City without county financial liability.
Supervisors unanimously advanced an ordinance amending Titles 22 and 24 with objective roadway design standards and non-waivable minimum safety standards.
Why it matters: Gives ministerial housing projects clear street standards; developers can waive county standards but not safety minimums.
Consent A and B passed 5-0 and the board filled Retirement Board, Women's Commission and four Library Commission seats.
Why it matters: Routine approvals included the El Niño emergency proclamation; appointments determine who oversees pensions, women's policy and library services.
Board members and the County Executive announced El Niño town halls, plans to drain Phoenix Lake, and an Envision Marin workshop schedule.
Why it matters: The county is mobilizing for a forecast severe winter with a local emergency proclamation on consent.
Dozens of speakers urged adoption of an enforceable ICE-free ordinance on Nov. 10, while staff and County Counsel said enforceability against federal authorities is the same for either vehicle.
Why it matters: The central dispute is whether a law carries penalties and legal standing that an internal policy lacks; the board adopted only the policy and signaled openness to more steps.
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