This Marin County blog post covers the upcoming TRUTH Act community forum. It dives into what’ll be disclosed about local interactions with federal immigration authorities and how folks from towns like San Rafael, Mill Valley, Sausalito, and Novato can get involved.
The post highlights the 2017 California TRUTH Act requirements. It also looks at the Sheriff’s Office findings for 2025 and the county’s ongoing efforts to support immigrant communities across Marin.
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What to Expect at Marin County’s TRUTH Act Forum
The annual public meeting is required under the California TRUTH Act, which started in 2017. This meeting gives everyone a chance to hear about and discuss how Marin interacts with federal immigration authorities.
In Marin, the County Board of Supervisors hosts the session. There’s no Board action planned—just open discussion. The event happens at the Showcase Theater at Marin Center in San Rafael, at 20 Avenue of the Flags.
It kicks off at 5 PM on Tuesday, March 10. If you can’t make it in person, you’re not out of luck.
The forum will stream online via the County’s website and the Community Media Center of Marin. There’s also coverage on Channel 27.
Spanish interpretation is available for virtual participants, opening the door for more people across Marin’s diverse communities—from Larkspur and Corte Madera to Sausalito and, yes, Novato. The format encourages public comment, keeping things transparent from San Anselmo to Tiburon.
Key 2025 Findings and What They Mean
During the session, the Marin County Sheriff’s Office will share data on ICE access from January 1 through December 31, 2025. In 2025, 23 individuals were referred for ICE notifications—up from 14 in 2024.
These numbers show how local actions line up with California’s immigration laws. Towns from Fairfax to Novato all have to interpret SB 54, the California Values Act, in their own way.
The Sheriff’s Office says it follows SB 54, which blocks local arrests for civil immigration violations, ICE holds, release-date notifications, and transfers to federal custody. Since 2020, ICE can’t enter the secure part of the Marin County Jail.
Sheriff’s staff don’t track ICE arrests at the jail or ask about immigration status during day-to-day work. SB 54 only allows information sharing in serious or violent felony cases.
Marin’s approach puts a federal responsibility on immigration enforcement, leaving the local role pretty limited. Towns like San Rafael, Novato, and Mill Valley all feel these policies in different ways.
Marin County tries to focus on public safety and civil rights, balancing what the community needs with what the law says. In early 2025, the county announced a $500,000 allocation for coordinated immigration supports—things like legal education, counsel, and child and family services.
A cross‑departmental work group is meeting to address the needs of communities affected by federal executive orders, including neighbors in San Rafael and nearby towns.
County Initiatives to Support Immigrant Communities
Beyond the forum, Marin County’s leadership is putting real resources on the table. The mid‑2025 funding backs up coordinated immigration supports—legal clinics in Ross and Sausalito, family service hubs in Novato and Marinwood.
Local agencies are working with schools, health providers, and nonprofit partners. Their goal? Make sure families can get trusted counsel, education, and a safety net when they need it.
Residents from Tiburon to Fairfax can expect clearer info about rights, services, and ways to get support during tough times. It’s not perfect, but it’s a start.
Community access to the forum is wide open. Livestreams are ready, and translation options extend to virtual attendees.
The County wants the TRUTH Act process to be as inclusive as possible, with easy ways to give input—whether you’re near the San Geronimo Valley or somewhere along Hwy 101 corridor.
Participation, Public Comment, and How to Engage
Residents who want to weigh in can show up in person at the Marin Center in San Rafael. You can also join by videoconference or send comments by email. The deadline for written comments is noon on March 9, 2026. All submissions go to the Board of Supervisors and become part of the public record.
If you need accessibility or disability accommodations, just let them know ahead of time. Details on joining, viewing, or translating the meeting are up on the Board of Supervisors page and the Marin County website.
This year’s TRUTH Act forum in Marin County feels like a big deal for residents across the North Bay. Whether you’re in Mill Valley, South Novato, or right in San Rafael, there’s a lot to hear about how local law enforcement and officials handle state law, federal relations, and the daily realities of immigrant communities.
Honestly, your voice counts here. Marin County wants you to jump in for what should be a thoughtful, open conversation about rights, safety, and shared responsibility.
Here is the source article for this story: Annual TRUTH Act Forum Set for March 10
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