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Corte Madera council backs 'Polluters Pay' Climate Superfund resolution after split vote
Summary
The Corte Madera Town Council voted 4-1 to adopt a resolution supporting state-level legislation commonly called the "Polluters Pay Climate Superfund Act." The item drew public comment both for and against and prompted council discussion about local climate adaptation costs and the adequacy of staff materials.
Corte Madera — The Corte Madera Town Council voted 4-1 on October (date not specified) to adopt Resolution No. 402025 supporting state legislation commonly described in meeting materials as the "Polluters Pay Climate Superfund Act."
The resolution was pulled from the consent calendar for separate discussion after a member of the public and council requested fuller debate. Council member Eli moved adoption and a colleague seconded; Council member Andrews voted no while Council members Beckman and Casiza, Vice Mayor Thomas and Mayor Rovasio voted yes.
The measure drew competing public comments. Melody Schumacher, who identified herself as a Paradise Drive resident and parent of students at Neil Cummins and Hall Middle School, urged the council to support the resolution, saying it would direct funds to resilience. "This is a bill that gives you money for those expenses," Schumacher said, adding that the proposal would take roughly 3.5% of specified industry…
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