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What specific city services could this locally controlled measure support?

Funding from a potential measure would support essential city services, such as: Providing disaster and health emergency preparedness - Paramedics, Fire Department, Emergency Operations Center response to emergencies. General elements of emergency preparedness include, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Maintaining 911 emergency response times - ensuring quick response times to 911 calls from the time the call hits...

How would a local funding measure work?

If approved by San Rafael voters, the measure would increase the local sales tax by one-quarter percent, generating about $3.4 million annually, with 100% of this revenue staying in San Rafael. This sales tax would be paid for not just by San Rafael residents, but also those who work, visit and shop in San Rafael....

What types of fiscal accountability would a local funding measure include?

A potential measure would require strict fiscal accountability to ensure transparency and public oversight. Mandatory annual independent financial audits, citizen oversight, and public disclosure of spending would ensure that all funds remain in San Rafael and could not be taken by the County or State government. These fiscal safeguards would ensure funds are locally controlled...

Would funds from a sales tax measure stay local to benefit San Rafael only?

Yes. By law, all funds from a local voter approved sales tax measure must be spent locally to address local needs. In fact, only one-quarter of one percent of local sales tax remains available under the statutory sales tax cap established in state law. The City has a very limited opportunity to capture this revenue...

City of San Rafael Retiree Healthcare Plan Actuarial Valuation as of June 30, 2019

Actuarial Valuation Report as of June 30, 2019

Falkirk History

Falkirk, a California Victorian, is an excellent example of a Queen Anne home, capturing the spirit of early California with its complex, picturesque roof-line of gables and chimneys, variously shaped bays and decorative details. The mansion was originally built in 1888 in San Rafael by Ella Nichols Park, a wealthy and reclusive young widow. With...

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Reservaciones en la piscina de Terra Linda

DEBE RESERVAR POR ADELANTADO. ASÍ ES COMO: Si no ha utilizado nuestro sistema en línea antes, cree su cuenta usando este enlace. Para reservar en línea, vaya a nuestra página web al y siga los siguientes pasos: Elija su actividad: “Lap Swim” o “Water Walking” Elija su fecha y hora para su actividad Continúe respondiendo a las...

City Council Special Meeting - June 29, 2020

Date and time: Date and time: 2020-06-29 05:00 pmLocation: City Council Special Meeting - June 29, 2020Department: Public MeetingsAgendaAGENDA SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2020 AT 5:00 P.M. Join Online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82830068678?pwd=bkNiYzRobHBFcm9nR0FLNE05cFlGQT09 Password: 415 Telephone: (669) 900-9128, ID: 828-3006-8678 Members of the public will have the opportunity to provide comments on agenda...

Citizens Advisory Committee on Economic Development and Affordable Housing - July 2, 2020

Date and time: Date and time: 2020-07-02 07:00 pmLocation: Citizens Advisory Committee on Economic Development and Affordable Housing - July 2, 2020Department: Public MeetingsDate and time: 2020-07-02 07:00 pmLocation: Citizens Advisory Committee on Economic Development and Affordable Housing - July 2, 2020Department: Public MeetingsDate and time: 2020-07-02 07:00 pmLocation: Citizens Advisory Committee on Economic Development...

Southern Heights Bridge Addendum No. 2

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Athletic Fields

How to Rent City Athletic Fields The City currently has four athletic fields that are available for rental: Albert Park Baseball and Softball Fields, Pickleweed Park Fields, Bernard Hoffman Softball Field, and Victor Jones T-Ball Field. Applications for athletic field rentals are accepted annually from September 1 through October 31, with the City determining field...

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Candidate Application

Thinking about running for office? Great! Just fill out this application to get started. Be sure the personal information you provide matches your current voter registration with the Elections Department. While your application becomes part of the public record, it won’t be posted on our website. If you have any questions or need a hand...

Lap Swim Information/Información Sobre Natación de Vuelta

Lap Swim/Water Walking Information Starting August 1, Lap Swim and Water Walking will be available for drop in. You do not need a reservation. You will pay at the door each time you come. Swimmers may be required to circle swim. Lap swim and Water Walking is for participants who wish to swim laps for...

Recreation Swim Information/Información de Natación Recreativa

Recreation Swim Reservations are required for each member of your party who is entering the facility. You may only reserve one recreation swim time per day. Face masks are recommended. Recreation Swim Program Information Swimmers that are 12 years of age or older may reserve a time to swim and do not need to be...

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