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General Plan 2020 10-Year Report and Amendments

"... edits, which are being brought back to Planning Commission for review and recommendation to City Council ... at their regular meeting on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 and was presented to the City Council on July 20, 2015 ... the City Council meeting ... for recommendation to the City Council. An EIR Addendum was also prepared to serve as the environmental clearance ... approval of the EIR Addendum and recommended adoption of the General Plan amendments to the City Council ..."

Our General Plan was adopted in 2004. Since then, the General Plan has been amended many times in response to changing circumstance and requirements that necessitated updates. These changes included the adoption of the Sustainability Element, update of Housing Elements for the 4th and 5th cycle RHNA, completion of Station Area Plans, loss of Redevelopment, as well as...

Can you provide a summary of pros and cons from the Palmdale decision to go to trial? Can we apply those to our community?

"... 18, 2017 City Council meetings. The City of Palmdale incurred expenses of approximately $4.5 million ..."

CVRA cases are highly fact- and jurisdiction-specific, so applying the result in one jurisdiction to another is very difficult. San Rafael has far different demographics and electoral history, and there were a number of unique aspects to the Palmdale case. This is especially the case as there is no Court of Appeal decision (on the...

Sidewalk Repair & Maintenance

"... . In conjunction with the adoption of Municipal Code Section 11.60, the City Council called ... , 2017 City Council ... , October 2, 2017, the City Council received a follow-up to the June 19th meeting from Public Works. City ... . Staff recommended City Council move forward in adopting an ordinance, but also share the financial ... given by Public Works. City Council passed ..."

Who is responsible for sidewalk repair and maintenance in San Rafael? Per City of San Rafael Municipal Code Section 11.60, property owners in San Rafael are responsible for maintenance and repair of public sidewalks adjacent to their property. The City ordinance was adopted in October 2017, in accordance with California Streets and Highways Code Section...

When was this department created?

"... The department was created by the City Council in December 2018 and is a reorganization ..."

The department was created by the City Council in December 2018 and is a reorganization of the Information Technology Division and expands traditional tech and network support services to include broader functions of strategy, analytics, and product management. This includes new ways of engaging with the community; designing services with and for people, not bureaucracy;...

How do I subscribe to public meeting agenda notifications?

"... to receive email notifications when agendas get posted online as well as other City updates ... . Another great way to get information about upcoming topics on the City Council agenda is to sign-up ... for the City Manager's Newsletter, Snapshot. ..."

You can sign-up to receive email notifications when agendas get posted online as well as other City updates. Another great way to get information about upcoming topics on the City Council agenda is to sign-up for the City Manager's Newsletter, Snapshot.

November 2, 2010 Election

"... Measure I - City of San Rafael Paramedic Service Special Tax “To protect lifesaving ... the City Council adopted ... and directing the City Attorney to prepare an impartial analysis of the measure for the voter materials ... -thirds vote of the electors at the November 2 election. On August 2, 2010, the City Council ... from the City Attorney. Election Results: On December 6, 2010, the City Council adopted ..."

Measure I - City of San Rafael Paramedic Service Special Tax “To protect lifesaving paramedic services by maintaining rapid response times, providing advanced heart attack treatment, and keeping trained paramedics on fire engine companies, shall San Rafael Municipal Code Chapter 3.28 be amended to permit phased increases, up to $23.00 annually above the current rate, on residential units, and...

Los Gamos Apartments

"... 7, 2022, the City Council Approved the project ... . City Council ... Video of City Council Meeting ... City Council ... City Council ..."

Los Gamos Apartments Address: Los Gamos (vacant lot at end of Los Gamos) APNs: 165-220-06 & -07 Project No: GPA20-001/ ZC20-002/ED20-058 Applicant: Colin Russell Architects 990 A Street, Suite 202 San Rafael, CA 94901 Staff Contact: Leslie Mendez leslie.mendez@cityofsanrafael.org   Project Description The City has received an application for general plan amendment, zoning map amendment...

Third Street Rehabilitation – Project History

"... at City ... 5/3/2021 City Council Report ... Watch City Council Meeting ... 2/8/2022 City Council Meeting ... a petition asking City Council and Staff to reconsider the closure of the Walgreens driveway ..."

More information Draft Third Street Safety Intersection Layouts (October 2021) Draft Intersection Layout (April 2021) Feasibility Study at City Council (June 3, 2019) 3rd Street Rehabilitation Final Report 3rd St Rehab Appendices (A-G) 3rd St Rehab Appendix A - Plans and Sections 3rd St Rehab Appendix B - Existing Site Context, Uses, and Conditions 3rd...

Second and Fourth Street Intersection Improvements

"... by City ... Council ... City ... of San Rafael City Council awarded the second amendment to the Professional Services Agreement ... the Presentation as well as view the documents from the April 21st City Council Meeting ..."

To Receive Email Updates about this Project - Enter Your Contact Info Below! Para traducir esta página, hace clic en el globo. About Project goals Improve pedestrian and bicyclist experiences Bring the intersection up to current design standards including compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards Maintain critical access to neighborhoods and downtown,...

2021 NOFA – Affordable Housing

"... criteria provided. Funding awards will be approved by the City of San Rafael City Council ... . The City of San Rafael Housing Element and Marin County Consolidated Plan and are available online ... in San Rafael City Council ... as reflected by ordinances and resolutions established by the City Council. Developer Team ... to the San Rafael City Council and request City Council approval to negotiate the appropriate ..."

Notice Of Funding Availability For the Acquisition/Rehabilitation or New Development of Affordable Rental or Ownership Housing NOFA ISSUED: 11/12/2021 RESPONSES DUE: 12/23/2021 at 5:00 pm Pacific Time Full NOFA Announcement available here: City of San Rafael Affordable Housing Trust Fund NOFA Application available here: Affordable Housing Trust Fund Application, Disclosures Statement , Budget Template (beta) Responses must be...

Parking/Wayfinding Study City Council Update 10/16/17

Matched in attachment: "... DOWNTOWN PARKING/ WAYFINDING STUDY October 16, 2017 INFORMATIONAL UPDATE TO CITY COUNCIL Study ... staff reviewed & analyzed draft report (approx. 50 recommendations) City staff & Kimley-Horn (K-H) ... Existing conditions & key findings obtained in information gathering/collection performed in 2015-2016 Council ... feedback on specific recommendations presented at upcoming City Council meetings 9 Community working ... Council meetings. 22 ..."

What is a City Clerk?

"... The City Clerk is the local official for elections, local legislation, the Public Records Act ... , the Political Reform Act, and the Brown Act (open meeting laws). Before and after the City Council takes ... which the City Council, all City departments, and the general public rely for information regarding ... the public and City Council and provides related municipal services. Responsibilities of a City ... of the local legislature. As the key staff for City Council meetings, the City Clerk prepares ..."

The City Clerk is the local official for elections, local legislation, the Public Records Act, the Political Reform Act, and the Brown Act (open meeting laws). Before and after the City Council takes action, the City Clerk ensures that actions are in compliance with all federal, state, and local statutes and regulations and that all...

Racial and Social Equity in San Rafael

"... The City ... Council ... . Real movement towards addressing racial injustice and prejudice will require action from our City ... immediate action is the Mayor and City Council ... Council. The City Council unanimously accepted these changes ..."

Be a part of the conversation The City Council and staff are committed to finding solutions to address systemic racial injustice that pervade our society and community. We recognize that San Rafael is not immune to the social and economic challenges that disproportionally impact not only our black community, but all people of color. Real...

Kaiser Medical Office- 1650 Los Gamos

"... , April 24, 2018, at 7pm in the City of San Rafael City Council Chambers, to consider the adequacy ... hearing, the Commission recommended approval of the project to the City Council through the adoption ... 17, 2018, the City Council conducted a public hearing on the project, accepting ... the recommendation of the DRB and Planning Commission. The City Council ultimately approved the certified the Final ...   City Council Ordinance ..."

Kaiser Permanente1650 Los Gamos Drive Medical Office Building   APN: 165-220-12 and 165-220-13 Address: 1650 Los Gamos Drive Project No.: ED17-011, IS17-001, NM17-001, UP17-005, ZC17-001, SP17-002 Applicant: Kaiser Foundation Health Plan                          Real Estate Department                          1950 Franklin...

B Street Culvert Replacement

"... to the replacement of a section of the culvert, the City will coordinate with utility companies and regulatory ... , the City ... for the project. Although City council awarded the construction contract to Maggiora & Ghilotti, Inc ... to request contract termination. On April 17, 2023, City Council authorized the termination. City ... contract. On April 15, 2024, City Council awarded the construction contract to Maggiora ..."

About Project goals Remove the existing concrete box culvert and replace with a new, partially cast-in-place and partially precast, concrete box culvert Budget Planning/Design $75,000 Construction $320,000 Overview The project is located near the intersection of B Street and Woodland Avenue, 50 feet upstream of the San Rafael Creek.  Feeding into the upper reaches of...

November 5, 2013 Election

"... ] At the Council ... Ordinance Election Results: At the Council meeting on December 2, 2013, the City Council adopted ... question slightly, and the City Council adopted a resolution revising the ballot question as follows ... ?” On August 5, 2013, the City Council accepted ... At the Council meeting on December 2, 2013, the City Council adopted ..."

At the Council meeting of May 6, 2013, the City Council adopted a resolution proposing a General Municipal Election be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2013, and to include the San Rafael Elementary School District and the San Rafael High School District General Election. The issues presented to the voters at the election were: Election of...

2023 NOFA – Affordable Housing

"... Award(s) Approved by the City Council ... provided. Funding awards will be approved by the City of San Rafael City Council. The City may, at its ... in San Rafael City Council Resolution 14760, Guidelines ... , as determined by CDD and reflected by ordinances and resolutions established by the City Council ... of which projects to fund to the San Rafael City Council and request City Council approval ..."

Notice Of Funding Availability For the Acquisition/Rehabilitation or New Development of Affordable Rental or Ownership Housing NOFA ISSUED: 4/10/2023 RESPONSES DUE: 5/15/2023 at 5:00 pm Pacific Time Full NOFA Announcement available here: City of San Rafael Affordable Housing Trust Fund NOFA Application available here: Affordable Housing Trust Fund Application, Disclosures Statement , Budget Template (beta) Responses must be...

About the Planning Commission

"... are volunteers and not City officials, appointed by the City Council to serve four-year terms. (SRMC Chapter ... subdivisions, design review permits, use permits, variances, and make recommendations to the City Council ... and appeals that require approval by the City Council. How often does the Planning ... Tuesdays of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. However, the first meeting ... of the month is always held the week following the first meeting of the City Council, which is regularly ..."

Meeting Protocol and Tips for Effective Public Hearings What is the Planning Commission? The Planning Commission is composed of seven members, consisting of San Rafael residents who are volunteers and not City officials, appointed by the City Council to serve four-year terms. (SRMC Chapter 2.16) What are the duties and responsibilities of the Planning Commission?...

Station Area Plans

"... : Planning Commission, 1/10/2012 at 7 p.m. (Council Chambers, City Hall ... Design Review Board, 1/18/2012 at 7 p.m. (Council Chambers, City Hall ... by the City Council on 6/4/2012 ... Review Board, 6/5/2012 at 7 p.m. (Council Chambers, City Hall ... Planning Commission, 6/12/2012 at 7 p.m. (Council Chambers, City Hall ..."

The coming of SMART rail service in 2015 is an opportunity to build on the work that’s been done to create a variety of transportation and housing options, economic stability, and vibrant community gathering places in San Rafael. The City of San Rafael recently received $528,000 grant funding from the Metropolitan Transportation Commission to prepare two...

Agencies Involved with SMART

"... City of San Rafael All ... . City Council (5 members ... ) City of Larkspur All actions within City’s Right of Way such as streets ... City Council (5 members ... City permit to use City streets for bus operations. May acquire or dispose of property ..."

Many agencies are working together to ensure that the new train works well with our existing transportation network in San Rafael. Below is a table that describes the authority and governing structure of each participating agency. Agency Authority Governing Structure City of San Rafael All actions within City’s right-of-way such as streets and sidewalks, land...

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