Overview

The Richmond City Council approved the establishment of the Macdonald Avenue Corridor Task Force on September 23, 2025, following a proposal by Mayor Eduardo Martinez and Councilmember Doria Robinson.

This limited-duration, Brown Act-compliant body brings together direct stakeholders and key decision-makers with influence over the corridor. The Task Force serves as a collaborative forum to:

• Identify shared priorities

• Share diverse community and stakeholder perspectives

• Coordinate revitalization and development efforts

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How to Submit Your Application

Applications may be delivered or mailed to:
City Clerk’s Office
450 Civic Center Plaza
Richmond, CA 94804

Applications may also be submitted by email to:
CityClerkDept@ci.richmond.ca.us

Purpose and Goals

The primary mission of the Task Force is to deliver a comprehensive set of recommendations to the Richmond City Council for the revitalization of the Macdonald Avenue Corridor.

Key Deliverables

1. Short-Term Actions

   • Enhance safety

   • Improve cleanliness

   • Activate the corridor 

2. Mid-Term Strategies

   • Boost business attraction and retention

   • Support housing and transportation improvements

   • Expand community-serving amenities

3. Long-Term Vision

   • Create a future-focused plan for the built environment, supported by schematic design and consultant research

   • Position the corridor to attract innovative developers and investment

Task Force Composition

City Members

• Mayor Eduardo Martinez

• District 3 Councilmember Doria Robinson

• District 6 Councilmember Claudia Jimenez

• Designated City Staff (confirmed by the City Manager)

Stakeholders

Calling Community Leaders, Business Owners, and Property Owners!
We invite dedicated and engaged individuals to step forward and submit an application to serve and make a meaningful impact in our community.

Appointed by the Mayor, the stakeholder group includes:

• Vernon Whitmore, Executive Director, Richmond Chamber of Commerce (RCOC)

• Sarah Wally, Executive Director. Richmond Main Street Initiative (RMSI)

• Ruthie Dineen, Executive Director, East Bay Center for the Performing Arts

• Bryan Alvarez, Treasurer, Richmond Renaissance

• One (1) Seat - Vacant

• One (1) Seat - Vacant 

Timeline

• City Council Approval: September 23, 2025

• Sunset Date: December 31, 2026, or earlier upon completion of its objectives

Meeting Information & Documents

Task Force Meetings

The next meeting will occur on:

📅 Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Richmond Room, 450 Civic Center Plaza, 1st Floor, Richmond, CA 94804

The taskforce is a Brown Act-compliant body and will follow procedures accordingly.

Meeting Agendas

Task Force Meeting on February 24, 2026

Task Force Meeting on February 10, 2026

Task Force Meeting on January 27, 2026

Task Force Meeting on January 13, 2026

Task Force Meeting on December 12, 2025
Task Force Meeting on November 21, 2025
Task Force Meeting on October 2, 2025

Meeting Minutes

TF Meeting Minutes on January 27, 2026

TF Meeting Minutes on January 13, 2026

TF Meeting Minutes on December 12, 2025

TF Meeting Minutes on November 21, 2025

TF Meeting Minutes on October 2, 2025 

Meeting Presentations, Community Round Table Transcripts & Other Informational Documents or Reports
Most Recent | View All | Implementation Updates to City Council

Policy Alignment

The Task Force supports several City of Richmond strategic initiatives:

✅ Richmond Green-Blue New Deal Opportunities Report

• Recommendation 7: "Destination Downtown"

• Adopted: June 17, 2024

✅ City Council Goals & Priorities

• Strategic Goal Area 2: Increase Revenue and Improve Economic Development

• Objective 2.3.c: Development and Downtown Revitalization

• Adopted: September 27, 2023