March 9, 2026 Design Review Board Meeting

1. Call to Order and Meeting Procedure Review 
2. Approval of Draft Review Summaries for the June 9, 2025 and November 3, 2025 DRB Meetings 
   June 9, 2025 // November 3, 2025
3. BCDC Staff Updates 
4. Public Comment for items not on the agenda (within BCDC DRB Jurisdiction) 
5. Bothin Marsh Evolving Shorelines Project, City of Mill Valley, Marin County; First Review
   The Design Review Board will hold a review of the Bothin Marsh Evolving Shorelines project, a proposed marsh restoration and trail realignment in the City of Mill Valley, Marin County. The project proposes marsh restoration and trail improvements that adapt public access for sea level rise; maintaining regional connectivity along the Bay Trail; and reconnects sedimentation processes to support marsh habitats over time. The project proposes to enhance connections to the surrounding neighborhoods with improvements including a new trailhead, restroom facilities, improved site access and transportation infrastructure, a new parking area, marsh viewing areas, and new landscaping.
   (Schuyler Olsson) [415-352-3668; schuyler.olsson@bcdc.ca.gov]
   Staff Report // Exhibits
6.  Martinez Marina Redevelopment Project, City of Martinez, Contra Costa County; First Review 
   The Design Review Board will hold a review of the Martinez Marina and Waterfront Redevelopment Project, a proposed redevelopment of the Martinez Marina and waterfront spaces, in the City of Martinez, Contra Costa County. The project proposes both landside development and waterside marina improvements, encompassing a total area of approximately 67.3 acres. The landside component proposes a mixed-use commercial and hospitality development, including three hotels, commercial and retail buildings, an outdoor amphitheater, surface and underground parking, as well as approximately 44.8 acres of active and passive open spaces, including a boardwalk and waterfront promenade, enhanced access to existing parks, and new Bay Trail connections. The waterside development is in the conceptual planning stages and may include improved access to the existing fishing pier, new and upgraded boat slips, a redesigned seawall and breakwater, and public boat launch facilities. The proposal also includes a designated area for a potential future ferry service.
   (Lindsay Martien) [415-352-3635; lindsay.martien@bcdc.ca.gov]
   Staff Report // Exhibits
7. Adjournment

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