Golden Gate Village — the only family public housing complex in one of America’s wealthiest counties — has stood in Marin City since 1961 as a symbol of resilience, culture and community.
But today, its aging buildings and outdated infrastructure are falling short of what residents deserve. After years of delay and discussion, we are finally positioned to move forward with a revitalization of Golden Gate Village that reflects its legacy and secures its future.
Thanks to our partnership with Burbank Housing — a respected North Bay nonprofit with deep experience in affordable housing — we are moving forward with a thoughtful, phased revitalization plan that reflects the voices and priorities of residents.
We also recently executed a “Master Development Agreement” with Burbank and submitted an application for tax-credit financing — a critical milestone bringing us closer to making this project a reality.
This is not just about fixing what’s broken. It’s about delivering real improvements, preserving affordability and investing in a community that has long called for these improvements.
The plan is rooted in revitalization and preservation. No part of the community will be demolished, and no new buildings will be constructed. Instead, existing units will be upgraded — with new kitchens and bathrooms, better ventilation, fire safety improvements and modernized electrical systems. These renovations will provide cleaner, safer and more energy-efficient homes, all while maintaining long-term affordability.
Residents helped shape this plan through years of community meetings and working sessions. From protecting green space to reinforcing cultural heritage, their priorities are clear: improve living conditions, ensure transparency and keep the character and affordability of the community intact.
Golden Gate Village is a site of architectural and historical significance listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The revitalization plan will refresh many of the original design elements while updating homes to meet 21st-century standards — preserving the aesthetic legacy, while offering a better quality of life.
The proposed conversion to project-based vouchers is key to unlocking vital federal funds for these upgrades. These vouchers will bring long-term financial stability to the property and provide much-needed resources for the comprehensive renovations residents have requested. This approach protects affordability, brings in new investment and helps ensure residents can remain in their homes.
This is a moment for the public to come together to support this important opportunity for forward momentum. The cost of inaction would further defer and derail the hopes of nearly 700 residents who have so clearly called for change.
Further delay risks worsening building conditions, continued strain on families and the potential loss of federal resources we need to make this happen. We owe it to residents to move from years of promises to real, visible improvement.
This plan is not perfect — no plan ever is — but it is strong, realistic and deeply informed by the community. It strikes the right balance between honoring the past and preparing for the future. It reflects a shared vision shaped by residents, housing experts, county staff and advocates who care deeply about Golden Gate Village.
Most importantly, it delivers what residents asked for: meaningful investment, continued affordability and real improvements to their homes. These are not abstract goals — they are tangible outcomes that will improve health, safety and stability for hundreds of families.
The people of Marin City deserve the same quality of housing, investment and attention as any other neighborhood in Marin County.
It has taken decades of hard work to get this revitalization off the ground and moving forward. The groundwork has been laid, and the momentum is real. Now is the time to stand with Golden Gate Village residents — to support the investment, affordability and improvements they’ve said they want and have waited too long to see.
Marin County Supervisor Stephanie Moulton-Peters represents District 3, which includes Golden Gate Village and all of Marin City. She also serves as chair of the Marin Housing Authority Board.
