News & Notices
Get the latest from Marin Housing’s January 2026 AMP2 Newsletter — including holiday recaps, upcoming community activities, flu prevention advice, and January service listings.
Read the January 2026 Golden Gate Village Newsletter for updates on local activities, holiday celebrations, repair fair details, online safety tips, pest control info, and resident resources.
¡EL TALLER Y CERTIFICADO SON GRATIS! FECHA Y HORA: Miércoles y jueves Enero 28 y 29, 2026 De 5:30 pm a 9:00 pm cada noche A través de Zoom PRESENTADO POR: Fair Housing Advocates of Nothern California En colaboración con Marin Housing, Canal Alliance, y diferentes programas para la compra de vivienda en el Área de la Bahía. COSTO DEL TALLER: $25 Si le es difícil pagar el costo, puede solicitar una exención para ser admitido gratis. Comuníquese con nosotros para solicitarla. También se ofrecerá una tarjeta de regalo de $20 a quienes paguen la inscripción y asistan a una sesión de consejería después de la clase. EL TALLER INCLUYE TEMAS COMO: El procesp de compra y pasos hacia la compra El manejo financiero y del crédito Costos para la compra de una vivienda Préstamos de casa y préstamos abusivos Programas de vivienda a bajo costo y de asistencia para el pago inicial ¡Y mucho más! Instructores Instructora certificada por HUD y expertos en el campo de préstamos. Certificado de HUD Para obtener un certificado de HUD, los participantes deben cumplilr ciertos requisitos. Taller en Línea El taller es ofrecido por Zoom. Una sesión de ensayo se ofrecerá a aquellos que lo necesiten. REGISTRO: Es necesario registrarse para el seminario con anticipación. Para obtener un certificado de HUD, los participantes deben de asistir a las dos sesiones y Ilenar todos los requisitos (vea la hoja de registro para más información). Los participantes recibirán más instrucciones antes del evento. Para registrares, visite: https://www.fairhousingnorcal.org/events--workshops2 Contáctenos: Para obtener más información, solicitar una exención de pago o si tiene necesidades especiales, contáctenos con anticipación: education@fairhousingnorcal.org .
The Marin Housing Authority will be entering into a Programmatic Agreement with the U.S. Department of Housing and UUS HUD Agreement Blog Image for Marin Housing Authorityrban Development, Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria, and the California Office of Historic Preservation for the duration of the Golden Gate Village Revitalization Project at 101-429 Drake Avenue and 1-99 Cole Drive, Marin City, Marin County, California.
Marin Housing Authority's recent service fairs are shining a spotlight on dozens of county programs designed to support public-housing residents across Marin. As reported in the Marin Independent Journal, the fairs bring together health services, transit assistance, nutrition programs, crisis support, and community resources-all in one place-to help residents access offerings they may not know exist. The Golden Gate Village event featured organizations such as the R.O.O.T.S. Mobile Crisis Response Team, Ceres Community Project's medically tailored meals, Marin Transit's mobility programs, Kaiser's free vaccinations, and the Marin County Free Library, among others. These fairs are part of a six-site effort to reduce barriers and make essential services more visible and accessible to lower-income families, seniors, and individuals facing health or mobility challenges. Beyond providing information, the fairs offer connection and hope. Residents shared stories of rebuilding their lives, seeking independence, and finding meaningful support-from transit solutions that restore mobility to life-skills training, community meals, and access to quiet learning spaces. Marin Housing Authority leadership emphasized that many residents struggle without family networks or consistent support systems, and these fairs aim to bridge that gap by bringing community partners directly into the neighborhoods they serve. To read the full Marin Independent Journal article and explore the inspiring stories and programs highlighted at the event, please visit: https://www.marinij.com/2025/12/03/marin-housing-authority-fairs-tout-county-health-programs/
Marin City, CA — November 18, 2025 — Golden Gate Village today launched its new Construction
Trades Program, a collaborative effort between the Marin Housing Authority, Burbank Housing,
and Tradeswomen Inc.
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Marin County, CA — After more than 25 years with the Marin Housing Authority (MHA), Executive Director Kimberly Carroll has announced her decision to retire from public service. She will retire April 2, 2026 in order to support the onboarding of new leadership. The MHA Board of Commissioners will immediately begin a nationwide recruitment process for the agency’s next Executive Director, with the goal of identifying a successor by early spring. “This work has been both my calling and my privilege for more than half my life,” said Carroll. “When I joined MHA more than 25 years ago, I could not have imagined the depth of the relationships, challenges, and triumphs that would define this journey. Every success we’ve achieved has been the result of collective vision, hard work, and an unwavering belief in the power of community.” During her tenure, Carroll has led MHA through transformative progress in housing access, organizational modernization, and community collaboration. Notable accomplishments include: Advancing the revitalization of Golden Gate Village , preserving its history while investing in its long-term future; Expanding the Landlord Partnership Program , increasing participation among property owners and opening new doors for families and individuals; Increasing housing vouchers and programs to address homelessness , helping some of Marin’s most vulnerable residents achieve permanent stability; and Strengthening partnerships with nonprofits , service providers, and local governments to serve the diverse housing needs of Marin residents. “While stepping away from this work is not easy, I do so with deep confidence in the strength, resilience, and integrity of this organization,” Carroll added. “It has been the greatest honor of my career to serve the residents of Marin County and to work alongside such talented and dedicated colleagues. I look forward to supporting a smooth transition and watching MHA continue to grow and thrive under future leadership.” “Kimberly’s leadership has strengthened MHA in lasting ways,” said Supervisor Stephanie Moulton-Peters, President of the Marin Housing Authority. “Her commitment to equity, innovation, and service has left an indelible mark on this organization and the community we serve. We are deeply grateful for her decades of dedication and the legacy of stability and compassion she leaves behind.” Carroll’s leadership tenure as Executive Director began in 2022, following decades of service in senior roles within MHA. She is widely recognized for her collaborative leadership style and her advocacy for equitable, community-driven housing solutions. MHA will provide updates on the Executive Director recruitment and transition process in the months ahead. About the Marin Housing Authority MHA has served as Marin County’s public housing agency, providing affordable housing solutions and rental assistance to low-income residents since 1942. As the owner and operator of Golden Gate Village, MHA administers federal housing programs, manages public housing developments, and works to preserve and develop affordable housing opportunities throughout Marin County. Media Contact: Kimberly Carroll Executive Director Marin Housing Authority kcarroll@marinhousing.org (415) 491-2525
As the Marin Housing Authority, we are deeply committed to assisting low and moderate-income residents of Marin County and maintaining high-quality affordable housing. It is with great pride that we introduce this video from KPIX, CBS News Bay Area, which highlights a monumental effort central to our mission: the revitalization of the historic Golden Gate Village within Marin City. Marin City is not just a neighborhood; it is Marin County's only true African American enclave, a community with a rich and vital past. Dating back 83 years to World War II, it was established seemingly overnight as the Marinship shipbuilding operation surged into action, bringing African American workers from the Deep South who sought a better life away from the oppression of the Jim Crow era. The housing built in Marin City, including Golden Gate Village, was once considered a model for the rest of the country, providing homes for new generations of Black Marin residents. We are thrilled to announce that funding has been secured to completely renovate every housing unit in Golden Gate Village, a project valued at $85 million to renovate 88 existing units. This comprehensive renovation reflects our dedication to preserving history; it's about safeguarding a living monument to people who sought a better life, and ensuring that second and third generations can continue to call this community home. This effort ensures decent, safe, and sanitary housing for our residents, preserving the community's past while protecting its future.
MARIN CITY, CA – The revitalization of the historic Golden Gate Village is moving from plans to reality. The community has received an award reservation of tax credits and bonds from the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (TCAC) and California Debt Limit Allocation Committee (CDLAC), unlocking a key piece of financing needed to start Phase 1 of the revitalization in early 2026 . Planning for remaining phases is anticipated to start as soon as 2027. Phase 1 will focus on a portion of the property’s historic mid-century low-rise buildings, delivering upgraded kitchens and bathrooms, enhanced building safety features, energy-efficiency improvements, and refreshed outdoor spaces. These long-awaited repairs reflect years of collaboration, planning, and input from residents who helped shape the vision for revitalization. “This award marks the beginning of a transformative period for Golden Gate Village. It allows us to move forward with the first phase of revitalization, ensuring our current residents will have comfortable, modern apartments, and Golden Gate Village will continue to be a vibrant community for families for years to come,” said Stephanie Moulton-Peters, Marin County District 3 Supervisor and Chair of the Marin Housing Authority Board of Commissioners. "This milestone reflects years of work pulling together multiple layers of funding and planning,” said Kimberly Carroll, Executive Director of the Marin Housing Authority. “It’s a complicated process, and we’re grateful to the residents, our partners, staff and community advocates who have stayed engaged and pushed this project forward." This milestone builds on years of collaboration among Marin Housing Authority, the residents of Golden Gate Village, and Burbank Housing to keep the project moving forward. “Golden Gate Village is such an important part of Marin City’s history, and we’re honored to be a part of its future,” said Larry Florin, CEO and President at Burbank Housing. “Residents have shared their ideas and hopes for the community for years, and we’re eager to finally get started on the work they have helped shape.” As planning for Phase 1 moves forward, Burbank Housing and Marin Housing Authority will continue working closely with residents to prepare for the next steps, including temporary relocation, revitalization, and their return to a newly refurbished home. For residents like Neil Hammari, who has lived in the community for over a decade, the improvements are a welcome change. “We’ve been living in Golden Gate Village for 13 years now, and it’s been such a blessing for my family,” said longtime resident Neil Hammari. “We know we’re going to have to move out for the remodeling because there are a lot of deep repairs needed in the bathrooms and kitchens. But overall, we love this housing situation and look forward to moving back into a home with new countertops and new updates, and to spending many more years here.” For more information about the revitalization of Golden Gate Village, visit our golden-gate-village-revitalization page or email GGV-Project@burbankhousing.org . About Golden Gate Village Built in 1961 and designed by Frank Lloyd Wright protégé Aaron Green, Golden Gate Village was created to house workers after World War II. Now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the 296-unit community remains home to nearly 300 low-income families. The revitalization of Golden Gate Village aims to preserve this vital housing resource, retain its historic character, and ensure long-term affordability for generations to come. About Burbank Housing Burbank Housing is a nonprofit affordable housing provider with over 40 years of experience building, rehabilitating, and managing affordable communities across the North Bay. Known for its commitment to long-term community partnerships, Burbank Housing was selected by the Marin Housing Authority to lead the revitalization of Golden Gate Village following a public process. The selection of Burbank Housing aligns with the Resident Plan’s priorities for Golden Gate Village, which center on community input, preservation, and affordability. About Marin Housing Authority MHA has served as Marin County’s public housing agency, providing affordable housing solutions and rental assistance to low-income residents since 1942. As the owner and operator of Golden Gate Village, MHA administers federal housing programs, manages public housing developments, and works to preserve and develop affordable housing opportunities throughout Marin County.
