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How are artists and artworks selected for the Public Art Program 2025 - 2026?

"... Selection – The Jury recommends artists and designs to the Public Art Review Board, then City ... Council for approval.  ..."

The process includes:  Call for Artists – Between June 27 and July 25, 2025, an open call for artists was published on the Call For Artist Entry (CaFÉ) website. The call is now closed, however information is still available at the links below.    Three (3) mural opportunities for artists and artist teams residing in California.  ...

The cost of running for office disadvantages certain members, in particular Latino members, of the community. Will the cost of running for office in either a district or citywide election be one of the considerations in court and is that something the City will also consider?

"... This is a matter for further public input and discussion by the City Council as it considers the composition of the electoral districts. ..."

This is a matter for further public input and discussion by the City Council as it considers the composition of the electoral districts.

Why is this the first time I am hearing about this requirement?

"... meetings, City Council adopted our enhanced ... Standards to better protect our City from the risks of a devastating wildfire. Since adoption, staff have ... record address in San Rafael. It is also important to note that the City has had specific vegetation ..."

In February of 2021, after a multi-year process including a citizens advisory committee and dozens of public and community meetings, City Council adopted our enhanced Citywide Vegetation Standards to better protect our City from the risks of a devastating wildfire. Since adoption, staff have worked diligently to knock on every door in San Rafael to...

November 7, 2017 General Municipal Election

"... the County ... for City ... for nominating and appointing incumbents should the City Council wish not to hold an election ... . An election of this nature would cost from $180,000 to $230,000. At the City Council meeting of August 21 ... , the City Council appointed the incumbents ..."

For comprehensive information regarding Elections, please visit the County of Marin Elections Office website. Resolution Calling Election Notice of Election Staff report and resolution cancelling the election Independent Expenditure Ordinance Update As of the filing deadline for City of San Rafael elected official candidates, only incumbents filed for the seats up for re-election. In this...

Short-Term Rental Program Resources

"...   Ordinance 1976- ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL CITY ... COUNCIL  AMENDING SECTION 14.03.030 AND SECTION 3.20.020 OF THE SAN  RAFAEL MUNICIPAL CODE, AND ADDING ..."

Policy Resolution 14737- Short-Term Rental Program Policies and Procedures  Ordinance 1976- ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL  AMENDING SECTION 14.03.030 AND SECTION 3.20.020 OF THE SAN  RAFAEL MUNICIPAL CODE, AND ADDING NEW CHAPTER 10.110 ENTITLED  “SHORT-TERM RENTAL PROGRAM” Overview of leading regulatory and enforcement approaches used by local governments to achieve common...

Sustainability

"... and it has been a key initiative for our City Council for many years. We are committed to reducing carbon ..."

Sustainability in San Rafael Keep Informed Join us at our quarterly Community Climate Action Forums, which are held virtually on the 3rd Thursday of the month starting at 4pm each January, April, July and October. Details are posted on the Events Calendar a few weeks before. Video recordings can be found on our YouTube page. ...

Are there alternatives to addressing the budget shortfall through cuts alone?

"... The City of San Rafael recently commissioned a survey of local residents that measured 64% support ... for increasing the local sales tax rate to help preserve city services. On July 20, 2020, the San ... Rafael City Council unanimously voted to place a measure on the November ballot that would increase ... the local sales tax rate by one-quarter percent, for nine years, to generate $3.4 million per year of locally controlled funding for city services. ..."

The City of San Rafael recently commissioned a survey of local residents that measured 64% support for increasing the local sales tax rate to help preserve city services. On July 20, 2020, the San Rafael City Council unanimously voted to place a measure on the November ballot that would increase the local sales tax rate...

June 5, 2018 Special Municipal Election

"... City ... Election Results: San Rafael voters approved Measure G. At the Council meeting of July ... 16, 2018, the City Council adopted ... be adopted?” On March 5, 2018 the City Council adopted ... . On March 19, 2018 the City Council accepted ..."

For comprehensive information regarding Elections, please visit the County of Marin Elections Office website. Resolution Calling Election Ordinance – Full Text of Measure Notice of Election City Attorney’s Impartial Analysis Argument in Favor of Measure G No argument against was submitted; therefore, no rebuttal. Staff report and resolution declaring canvass of returns Election Results: San Rafael voters...

June 8, 2010 Election

"... Measure C - City of San Rafael Special Library Services Parcel Tax “To provide ... ?” At the Council meeting on February 16, 2010 the City Council adopted ... elections occurring on that date, requesting election services from the County and directing the City ... , 2010, the City Council accepted ... . Election Results: On July 6, 2010, the City Council adopted a resolution ..."

Measure C - City of San Rafael Special Library Services Parcel Tax “To provide a consistent, locally -controlled funding source, augmenting current general fund allocations for the San Rafael Public Library, for expanded hours, improved facilities, equipment, materials, and services for children, teens, and adults, shall the City of San Rafael be authorized to levy an annual $49...

What does the Finance Department do?

"... financial information, policy analyses, and recommendations that help the City Council and all City ... and discloses the financial condition of the City and the results of its operations in the year end ..."

The Finance Department provides financial information, policy analyses, and recommendations that help the City Council and all City Departments make decisions about how to allocate resources. They account for those resources and discloses the financial condition of the City and the results of its operations in the year end Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, and also prepares...

Funding Opportunities for Affordable Housing

"... The City ... by  San Rafael City Council ... available (NOFA). The City is participating in the combined NOFA issued by the County of Marin ... , 2024, the San Rafael City Council approved the implementation of a rolling application process ... per year, unless the City Council authorizes additional funding, and is dependent on sufficient ..."

Affordable Housing Trust Fund The City of San Rafael is committed to creating and maintaining housing that is safe, stable, and affordable for our community, especially for those who are most vulnerable including lower and moderate-income people and families, and for seniors, people living with special needs or a disability, and individuals and families who...

Labor Negotiations

"... , healthcare, and grievance methods. These negotiations result in a City Council approved Memorandum ... reportable actions from City Council closed sessions. Staff reports provided to the City ... Council meetings. They are heard as a regular City Council agenda item rather than on the Consent Calendar ... feedback to the City Council at any time, in any manner, including providing public comment at any City ... Council meeting. How Labor Negotiations Work in the City of San ..."

Collective Bargaining 101 We have approximately 400 full-time staff (regular employees). All regular employees are members in some form of a bargaining group, from the various public safety groups to non-safety positions such as engineers, street maintenance workers, and librarians. Negotiations between the City and these groups determine conditions of employment, such as wages, working...

Guide to Public Meetings

"... . Viewing Options: City Council and Planning Commission meetings are on Channel 27, our ... . City Manager Updates: Receive information on upcoming City Council topics by signing up ... by our City Council ... of the meeting. Make sure you send them in as soon as possible to make sure the City Council had ... and our website. City Council meetings are formal, but we occasionally lighten the mood with a joke ..."

We've heard that navigating the City's processes can be confusing, and we agree! To help, we've compiled some tips and tricks for effective public participation. Please note, this is a starting point and not a complete guide to all City procedures. Meeting Basics City Council: Meets on the first and third Mondays of each month...

How do I ensure that my comments are part of the “public record”?

"... to the City Clerk. Aside from that, all comments ... the City Clerk’s Office or the staff assigned to the project. Emailing your comments ... only to an individual member of the City Council may not ensure that the City Clerk or staff receives a copy. ..."

The best way to ensure your comments are part of the “public record” is to provide a copy of them to the City Clerk. Aside from that, all comments made at public meetings are recorded and included as part of the public record. Depending on the nature of the project, staff compiles comments received and...

Could this process force the City to do a 2018 election under any scenario?

"... Staff is not aware of any circumstance that would require the City to hold an election for City Council in 2018. ..."

Staff is not aware of any circumstance that would require the City to hold an election for City Council in 2018.

City Attorney

"... the City ... The City ... for the City ... . The City ... City ..."

About the City Attorney's Office The City Attorney is the attorney for the City of San Rafael, as an entity. The City Attorney’s office provides legal assistance, advice and defense to all branches of San Rafael City Government. Because of the nature of the City Attorney's role, we cannot represent or provide legal advice to...

Transparency, Accountability & Performance Metrics

"... ] The City ... the City ... : City ... , the City ... in staff reports and presentations to the City Council ..."

The City will track and measure progress toward the City Council’s Three-Year Strategic Plan. The following will ensure transparency and accountability to the community:  Annual budget and workplan process: City staff will propose a work plan and budget each fiscal year that focuses on the seven priority areas of the Council’s 3-Year Strategic Plan. During...

Assuming the City moves to district elections and set the districts in 2018, what districts will be open in the next election in 2020? For example, if the Mayor and two Councilmembers are up for reelection in 2020, will it be the districts the two incumbents are in that get to vote? What if there is another district with no Councilmembers currently living there? If the Mayor runs for re-election and he lives in a district that has no Councilmember, is that district Councilmember seat up for election as well?

"... No. The seats just rotate in. Each current member of the Council serves out the rest of the term ... still serves out his or her full current term. As part of the establishment of City electoral districts ... , the Council will determine the districts that will have an open seat at the 2020 election ... . The City Council will be determining the sequence of elections as part of the process of establishing the voting districts. ..."

No. The seats just rotate in. Each current member of the Council serves out the rest of the term to which he or she was elected, and then must run for re-election in the districts. It potentially gets a little more complicated if two councilmembers are paired in a single district, but everybody still serves...

ADA Improvements and Roundabout at Manuel T Freitas Parkway/Route 101 Interchange (Caltrans)

"... City ... Council ... to the City ... of San Rafael City Council ... City ..."

About Project goals Improve pedestrian safety at the intersection of Freitas Parkway, Civic Center Drive and Old Redwood Highway by: Reconstruction of curb ramps and sidewalk Remove stairs and bus stop access across loop ramps Relocate northbound bus stop to Redwood Highway Construct round-about at Redwood Highway/Civic Center Drive intersection Comply with the Americans with...

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