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Crossing‑guard cuts by county program leave San Anselmo weighing local fixes
Summary
Transportation Authority of Marin funding limits reduced crossing‑guard coverage in San Anselmo; council discussed infrastructure fixes, potential fundraising to cover guards (~$25,600/guard/year) and engaging TAM for future decisions.
Sean (S19) updated the council on the Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) crossing‑guard selection criteria and funding constraints that have reduced guards available to the town. He said the program’s quantitative selection process, limited funding and shifting priorities mean San Anselmo will lose coverage at some intersections unless alternate funding or infrastructure changes are made.
Council members urged exploring local infrastructure fixes (daylighting, speed humps, pavement and visibility improvements) and encouraged residents to engage TAM at the county level. One council member estimated the cost to locally fund a guard at roughly $25,600 per year and suggested the town’s nonprofit fundraising entity could consider supporting positions for high‑need crossings.
Staff said they are looking at infrastructure improvements for affected intersections and noted that while TAM administers the program, local advocacy at TAM board meetings can influence future allocations. No policy change was adopted tonight.
