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Can the City delay creating district voting until the census and can that decision be negotiated? What would the cost be to delay? Has it been done in other jurisdictions? How would the Council delay the implementation of districts and any related cost? What is the optics of waiting until the 2020 census to create districts? What is the community opinion? And are there examples of other communities that have done similar?

"... The City’s outside counsel advises that the City has the option to delay implementing district ... of litigation, a judge might deem this to be a reasonable course of action for the City rather than having ... . Based upon an assessment of the risks, the City Council voted on January 16, 2018 to proceed ..."

The City’s outside counsel advises that the City has the option to delay implementing district-based elections until after the 2020 Census, and a number of jurisdictions took this approach preceding the last Census (in 2010).  However, litigation under the CVRA has become substantially more active since that time, and this approach  would not necessarily avoid...

Will there be an effort in the County to engage the Latino community to become citizens? i.e. People that may be eligible to become citizens.

"... at-large elections to district-based elections, nor of the decision to be made by the City Council ... . It is a related matter, however, which may be the subject of further discussion by the City Council either in connection with the current matter, or at a later date. ..."

Such engagement efforts are not a requirement of the CVRA, which only addresses the change from at-large elections to district-based elections, nor of the decision to be made by the City Council whether to transition to district-based elections during the time period allowed by the law. It is a related matter, however, which may be...

Adjournments in Memory

"... Purpose: City Council meetings can be adjourned to commemorate and celebrate ... (<200 words) summary of the individual’s connection to the City of San Rafael and contributions ..."

Purpose: City Council meetings can be adjourned to commemorate and celebrate the life of San Rafael community members who have died. Requests for memorial adjournments should include: The name of the person to be memorialized A brief (<200 words) summary of the individual’s connection to the City of San Rafael and contributions to the community...

Update Regarding Ongoing City Efforts to Prevent and Prepare for Wildfires (August 20, 2018 City Council meeting)

"... Update Regarding Ongoing City Efforts to Prevent and Prepare for Wildfires (August 20, 2018 City Council meeting) ..."

Matched in attachment: "... City Manager Approval: ______________ SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT / Page: 2 ... https://www.cityofsanrafael.org/vegetation-management/ SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT / Page ... SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT / Page: 4 City departments are collaborating on a package ... of recommended actions for City Council consideration. ... from City Council consideration. ..."

Update Regarding Ongoing City Efforts to Prevent and Prepare for Wildfires (August 20, 2018 City Council meeting)

Has the City of San Rafael adopted any formal policies regarding pension reform?

"... Yes.  The City Council approved ... taken as of the date of the report/resolution. On June 3, 2013, the City Council approved ..."

Yes.  The City Council approved a pension and retiree health reform resolutionon May 7, 2012.  This resolution not only includes pension policies going forward, but also a listing of the many pension reform measures taken as of the date of the report/resolution. On June 3, 2013, the City Council approved a pension funding policy based on the Government...

2021 - Canal Transportation Study

"... Transportation Study In 2021 City council ..."

Canal Transportation Study In 2021 City council approved Canal Access Study that had a parking component to it. Based on that study we applied for and received a grant for Adaptive Transportation Program to help address parking issues in the Canal.

How will the City involve the entire community in the public process and keep them involved? How will the City ensure people affected, i.e. people of color, have opportunity to speak and be involved beyond just public comment?

"... The City held a study session on November 20 and has held public hearings on December 4, December ... 18 and January 16 to receive public input.  Now that the City Council has decided to transition ... to district-based elections, the City Council will hold multiple meetings over a period of not more than ... the opportunity to speak to the Council about how the new electoral districts should be formed ... .  In addition, the City is entering into an agreement with National Demographics, Inc. that will make ..."

The City held a study session on November 20 and has held public hearings on December 4, December 18 and January 16 to receive public input.  Now that the City Council has decided to transition to district-based elections, the City Council will hold multiple meetings over a period of not more than 90 days in...

What was the Independent Committee on Employee Retirement Benefits and what did they find?

"... In 2019, the City Council's ad hoc Pension / Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB)  Committee ... that included an analysis of the options available to the City to further our pension/OPEB reform ... to the City Council at the August 5, 2019 meeting, was a follow-up to an earlier report from 2014 regarding the same topic. ..."

In 2019, the City Council's ad hoc Pension / Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB)  Committee , which included Mayor Phillips and Councilmember Gamblin,  formed an advisory committee, referred to as the “Independent Committee on Employee Retirement Benefits” to review and prepare a written report that included an analysis of the options available to the City to...

What made the City decide to take proactive action on district elections rather than just wait for pressure from the various groups? What does the City hope to accomplish?

"... The City began to do research, hired outside counsel, and started to schedule public hearings ... letter.  The City hopes to provide an opportunity for all interested persons to provide input to the City ... Council on the issue of district-based elections, and to ensure that the City’s electoral system ... best serves the entire City, in compliance with state and federal law. ..."

The City began to do research, hired outside counsel, and started to schedule public hearings on the issue of district-based elections when it learned of the impending receipt of Mr. Shenkman’s letter.  The City hopes to provide an opportunity for all interested persons to provide input to the City Council on the issue of district-based...

City Council Ordinance No 1962 approving a PD Rezoning for 1650 Los Gamos 

Matched in attachment: "... ORDINANCE NO.1962 AN ORDINANCE OF THE SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT ... The City Council has determined, through adoption of a separate resolution of CEQA Findings of Fact ... COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS: DIVISION 1. ... a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of San Rafael on the 17th day of September 2018, and ... of San Rafael at a regular meeting of the City Council to be held on the 1st day of October 2018. ..."

City Council Ordinance No 1963 approving a PD Rezoning for 1600 Los Gamos 

Matched in attachment: "... ORDINANCE NO. 1963 AN ORDINANCE OF THE SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL APPROVING A A CITY- INITIATED REZONING ... Attachment 4-2 WHEREAS, the City Council makes the following findings, as required under San Rafael ... Attachment 4-4 NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS ... at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of San Rafael on the 17th day of September 2018 ... of San Rafael at a regular meeting of the City Council to be held on the 1st day of October 2018. ..."

2016-2017 City Council Goals & Strategies

Matched in attachment: "... Public Works, City Manager’s Office City Manager’s Office City Manager’s Office City Manager ... ’s Office 4 GOAL B: STRATEGIES AND KEY IMPLEMENTATION TASKS COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES & LEAD ... 5 GOAL C: STRATEGIES AND KEY IMPLEMENTATION TASKS COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES & LEAD DEPARTMENTS ... Fire 6 GOAL D: STRATEGIES AND KEY IMPLEMENTATION TASKS COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES & LEAD ... , City Attorney 7 GOAL E: STRATEGIES AND KEY IMPLEMENTATION TASKS COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEES ..."

I heard that Measure P was a citizen-led initiative, what does that mean?

"... the initiative process, as opposed to being placed on the ballot through City ... Council or legislative action. Citizen-led initiatives ..."

A citizen-led initiative is a measure that was placed on the ballot through the initiative process, as opposed to being placed on the ballot through City Council or legislative action. Citizen-led initiatives require a simple majority to pass. Measure P was drafted and proposed by the San Rafael Public Library Foundation, as well as the...

San Rafael Climate Change Action Plan 2030, May 2019 

"... In 2019, the City Council adopted ..."

In 2019, the City Council adopted the San Rafael Climate Action Plan 2030 (CCAP 2030). CCAP 2030 primarily focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the pollution that causes climate change. The plan also acknowledges the need to adapt to the effects in two programs:   Sea Level Rise - Prepare and adapt to a rising sea...

Can a PDA be removed by the City?

"... . This process is known as a rescinding a PDA.  A designated PDA can be removed by the City Council ..."

Yes.  After a PDA has been designated, it can be removed at any time by the local jurisdiction. This process is known as a rescinding a PDA.  A designated PDA can be removed by the City Council adopting a resolution rescinding the PDA.  While removing the PDA is immediate, it may continue to appear as...

How do I become a member on a board, commission or committee?

"... year. To get started, simply apply online or fill out an application form and return it to the City ... Clerk. The City Council will interview applicants and make appointments. Each board, commission ... a voice in your city government—join a board, committee, or commission! Serving on a board ... . These groups provide valuable advice to the City Council and play a crucial role in ensuring community ..."

Interested in shaping the future of our community? You can apply to serve on a board, commission, or committee (BCC) at any time, with appointments made in April and October each year. To get started, simply apply online or fill out an application form and return it to the City Clerk. The City Council will...

November 3, 2015 Election

"... and appointing the incumbent candidates. At the Council meeting on June 15, 2015, the City ... Council adopted ... the City Council wish not to hold an election. At the Council meeting on August 17, 2015, the City ... — 12/19 John A. Gamblin                                   Member of the City Council ...             Four Years 12/15 — 12/19 Andrew C. McCullough                   Member of the City Council ..."

For comprehensive information regarding Elections, please visit the County of Marin Elections Office website. Independent Expenditure Ordinance Staff report and resolution calling the election Staff Report and resolution cancelling the election and appointing the incumbent candidates. At the Council meeting on June 15, 2015, the City Council adopted a resolution proposing a General Municipal Election be held on Tuesday, November 3,...

Prohibit shake and wooden roofs

"... City Council action ..."

Following City Council action in May 2022, all shake and wooden roofs would be required to be replaced by May 31, 2027. Financial assistance may be available to assistant residents with this change. Please reach out to Wildfire Prevention in the Fire Department to learn more. Why? Wooden roofs are much more susceptible to ignition...

City Council Staff Report Nov 6, 2017

Matched in attachment: "... RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council: 1. Accept public comment; 2. ... City Council Ad Hoc Sub-Committee- “City of San Rafael Expectations for Good Design” - 2017 An Ad Hoc ... Early feedback and direction is needed by the City Council for several reasons. ... COUNCIL You are invited to attend the City Council meeting on the following topic: (NOTE NEW DATE) ... This is a discussion item and the City Council will hear the update and provide direction. ..."

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