Tiscornia Marsh Tidal Habitat Restoration

The project will preserve and expand one of the few remaining tidal marshes in San Rafael Bay, while simultaneously improving public access and reducing flood risk and sea level rise vulnerability for the Canal neighborhood.  This collaborative project, co-sponsored by Marin Audubon Society and the City of San Rafael, incorporates extensive community engagement led by teaming partner Multicultural Center of Marin (MCM). This includes the formation of an innovative ‘Resilience Team,’ public meetings, field trips, youth radio programs, and other activities that encourage the community’s engagement in addressing climate change and the impacts of sea level rise on their neighborhood.

ESA will support Marin Audubon and the City of San Rafael from start-to-finish on this innovative project.  ESA developed the original restoration concept and advanced the project through planning, final design, CEQA, permitting, and has assisted with public engagement.  The first phase of implementation is scheduled for next year, and ESA will be supporting construction oversight and compliance monitoring. Community participation will continue through volunteer planting events, continuation of the Resilience Team, and other activities.