Melanie Purcell

This document details Amendment #1 to the Measure AA Expenditure Plan, which outlines modifications to Marin County's 30-year transportation sales tax strategy. The plan is organized around four key categories: reducing congestion on Highway 101, maintaining and improving local transportation infrastructure, enhancing school safety and access, and expanding efficient local transit services. It aims to reduce congestion and greenhouse gas emissions, ensure well-maintained transportation infrastructure, and provide high-quality, sustainable transportation options for all users in Marin County, including addressing sea level rise and fostering innovation.

The committee discussed several items, including an update on the Measure AA Expenditure Plan Amendments, the draft FY2026-27 Annual Budget, and the draft 2026 Measure AA Strategic Plan, with both the budget and strategic plan referred to the full Board for public comment. The committee also reviewed and referred the Title VI program to the Board for adoption, discussed the draft Marin County Mobility Hub Plan and related Transit Oriented Community Policy, and received an informational briefing on the US 101/I-580 Multi-Modal and Local Access Improvement Project scope amendment.

The Board of Commissioners discussed various transportation and administrative matters. Key topics included the adoption of a ranked list for crossing guard locations, the authorization for the One Bay Area Grant Cycle 4 call for projects, and the approval of a new Artificial Intelligence policy for the agency. Additionally, the Board reviewed a pilot study regarding the use of Artificial Intelligence for the Lincoln Avenue Corridor study, exploring its potential for cost savings and improved planning and community engagement. Commissioner updates provided information on regional transit initiatives and upcoming local transportation events.

The Marin County Mobility Hub Plan outlines strategies to enhance access, connectivity, and user experience at the county's nine rail and ferry terminals. It identifies gaps in walking, biking, transit connections, and passenger amenities, proposing actionable projects with detailed concept designs for six key locations. The plan aims to foster a well-connected network of mobility hubs to promote sustainable transportation and improve regional accessibility. Additionally, it addresses best practices for integrating privately operated shared mobility services into these hubs.

The committee reviewed the staff report regarding funding distributions, specifically Category 2.1 allocations, and discussed the Marin Commutes Program metrics. Members approved the 2025 annual report for presentation to the Board. Discussions covered Measure A/AA and Measure B revenue projections, the upcoming fiscal year budget schedule, and the funding framework for the Crossing Guard Program, including criteria for site selection. Additionally, the committee received an update on the website improvement project, which aims to enhance accessibility and compliance, and heard reports on local community transit initiatives and events.