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News Release: San Rafael to Raise Pride Flag at City Hall on June 3

"... at City Hall on June 3 San Rafael, Calif. - The City of San Rafael ... will host the raising of the Pride Flag at City Hall on Monday, June 3, 2024, at 5:40 p.m ... . in celebration of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. This event symbolizes the City's commitment to fostering a welcoming ... + visibility and equality. Following the flag-raising ceremony, the City Council will consider ... a proclamation during the City Council meeting, officially naming June 2024 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month in San ..."

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 29, 2024 San Rafael to Raise Pride Flag at City Hall on June 3 San Rafael, Calif. - The City of San Rafael will host the raising of the Pride Flag at City Hall on Monday, June 3, 2024, at 5:40 p.m. in celebration of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. This event symbolizes...

Nominate someone for the Citizen of the Year!

"... . Michael Maloney, a Marin County resident, established an endowment with the Marin Community ... community member who has made exceptional contributions to the City. In addition to a $2,500 cash award ... from the Marin Community Foundation, the annual recipient is recognized at a City Council meeting ... and at the annual State of the City dinner. Do you know someone who you think should ..."

In 2001, J. Michael Maloney, a Marin County resident, established an endowment with the Marin Community Foundation in honor of former San Rafael Planning Commissioner Dick O'Brien to fund an annual Citizen of the Year award. The intent of this award is to recognize a San Rafael community member who has made exceptional contributions to the City....

Thank you AmeriCorps NCCC!

"... On Monday night’s City Council Meeting the City Council expressed their sincere appreciation ... activities and their resulting contributions to the City of San Rafael. AmeriCorps NCCC is a program ... across the United States. AmeriCorps NCCC partnered with the City of San Rafael to support wildfire ... grasses, and removing debris from fire roads in the following areas across the City: Rafael Highlands ... to make our city safer in a cost-efficient manner. Thank you AmeriCorps NCCC! ..."

On Monday night’s City Council Meeting the City Council expressed their sincere appreciation to AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (AmeriCorps NCCC) and to the members of the Pacific Region Green 2 Team for their service and dedication to wildfire prevention and vegetation management activities and their resulting contributions to the City of San Rafael. AmeriCorps NCCC...

Tax-Exempt Financing for 55 Fairfax Street

"... of the median income in Marin County) and are guaranteed as affordable through 2057. Currently, BRIDGE Housing ... there is no fiscal impact or liability on part of the City, the Internal Revenue Service requires that the City hold ... . This public hearing will take place during Monday’s City Council meeting. For more information, read the staff report. ..."

BRIDGE Housing Corporation owns the Casa Vista Apartments, a 40-unit multi-family residential rental development that is located at 55 Fairfax Street. Constructed in 1964, the units are contained in two, two-story buildings. The 1.4-acre property is also developed with surface parking, along with a central courtyard containing a swimming pool and recreation room. 100 percent...

Grand Jury Report on Yellow School Bus Service for Traffic Relief

"... On Monday evening, the City Council will consider a response to the recently released ... school bus (YSB) programs in Marin County and found that these programs were developed in a varied ... efficiency. The Grand Jury recommends that various government agencies, including cities, develop ..."

On Monday evening, the City Council will consider a response to the recently released Grand Jury report, Yellow School Bus for Traffic Congestion Relief. In their report, the Grand Jury examined yellow school bus (YSB) programs in Marin County and found that these programs were developed in a varied district-by-district approach that lacks coordination and consistent funding that...

Multi-Use Pathway - June 4, 2018

"... evening, the City ... Council will also consider authorizing a request to SMART to issue a change-order to facilitate ... of Marin, Metropolitan Transportation Commission, the County of Marin, the Bay Area Air Quality ... Management District, and the City of San Rafael. We’ve also applied for a grant to help fund the second ..."

On Monday evening, the City Council will also consider authorizing a request to SMART to issue a change-order to facilitate construction of a multi-use pathway from Andersen Drive to Rice Drive. This is a very important north/south bicycle and pedestrian connector that will eventually connect downtown San Rafael to Larkspur. The project would be folded...

Campaign & Conflict of Interest Disclosures

"... City Council: Maribeth Bushey, Eli Hill, Rachel Kertz, Maika Llorens ... City Manager: Cristine Alilovich ... City Attorney: Robert Epstein ... The City ... . City ..."

Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) To keep things open and transparent, California law requires many public officials and employees to share certain financial information. This helps make sure no one is making decisions that benefit their own finances. In San Rafael, elected officials, designated staff, and planning commissioners are required to fill out a...

Downtown Streets Team Contract - July 16, 2018

"... Downtown Streets Team has helped 100 people experiencing homelessness in Marin County regain ... employment. Since 2013, Downtown Streets Team has been a critical resource for helping the City accomplish ... residents, and decreasing community concern about homelessness. On Monday night, the City Council ..."

Downtown Streets Team has helped 100 people experiencing homelessness in Marin County regain employment. Since 2013, Downtown Streets Team has been a critical resource for helping the City accomplish its goals relating to homelessness, including ending chronic and veteran homelessness, decreasing the overall number of people experiencing homelessness, improving the quality of life for all...

United Against Hate Week: November 12-18th, 2023

"... The City of San Rafael City Council has ... that are a dangerous threat to the safety and civility of our neighborhoods, towns and cities. United Against ... action in their local communities and alter the course of this growing intolerance. The City of San ... Rafael stands with fellow California cities in denouncing rising trends of bias and bullying ... the City Council Proclamation ..."

The City of San Rafael City Council has unanimously approved a resolution declaring the week of November 12 – 18th, 2023 as United Against Hate Week. United Against Hate Week is a call for seven days of local civic action by people in every community to stop the hate and implicit biases that are a dangerous...

San Rafael Begins Housing Element Update

"... The City of San Rafael has initiated an update of its Housing Element. This important document ... of the obstacles to building housing in the community. All cities and counties in the Bay Area ... to neighborhood groups and organizations, and meetings with the Planning Commission and City ... Council. For more information about the project, please visit: www.cityofsanrafael.org/housing-element-2031 ..."

The City of San Rafael has initiated an update of its Housing Element. This important document includes the City’s policies and programs for meeting the housing needs of all San Rafael residents, with a focus on lower income households and persons with special needs. The Housing Element includes an evaluation of local housing needs, identification of potential...

City Hires Alternative Response Team

"... Alternative Response Team January 23, 2023, the City Council approved the City ... . Counseling, support, and intervention for depressed or suicidal individuals. Assisting ..."

Alternative Response Team January 23, 2023, the City Council approved the City entering into a professional services agreement with Petaluma People Services Center for a three-year Alternative Response Program pilot, replacing traditional law enforcement responders to 911 calls involving people in crisis with social workers, mental health counselors, or medical staff. Alternative Response Teams have...

Chief of Police Diana Bishop makes comments about George Floyd

"... At the June 1, 2020 City Council meeting, Chief of Police Diana Bishop commented on the death ..."

At the June 1, 2020 City Council meeting, Chief of Police Diana Bishop commented on the death of George Floyd. Watch this video to hear her full comments.

Labor Negotiations - July 2, 2018

"... At their last meeting, the City Council discussed several upcoming tentative agreements ... , Western Council of Engineers, unrepresented management groups, as well as the elected City Attorney ... and City Clerk, for 2018-2020. They will also discuss a tentative agreement with the Local 1 ... Local 1021 Western Council of Engineers (WCE) Mid-Management ... Executive Management Elected City Attorney & Elected City Clerk Local 1 ..."

At their last meeting, the City Council discussed several upcoming tentative agreements with various employee groups. At their meeting on Monday, they will consider approving agreements with SEIU, Western Council of Engineers, unrepresented management groups, as well as the elected City Attorney and City Clerk, for 2018-2020. They will also discuss a tentative agreement with...

Climate Change Action Plan

"... The time has come! The completed Climate Change Action Plan 2030 will be presented to the City ... Council for consideration at Monday’s meeting. The Climate Change Action Plan 2030 sets targets ... that residents, businesses, and the City can take to reach that goal. The Plan has been developed in alignment ... with State climate goals, as well as the regional effort spearheaded by the County known as Drawdown ..."

The time has come! The completed Climate Change Action Plan 2030 will be presented to the City Council for consideration at Monday’s meeting. The Climate Change Action Plan 2030 sets targets for a minimum 40-percent reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030 and outlines steps that residents, businesses, and the City can take to...

7/20/18 -Point San Pedro Road Median Assessment District

"... On Monday, July 16th City Council approved a $4.50 annual increase for the Pt. San Pedro ... on the medians, allowing the City to double the days per week the contractor is onsite maintaining the medians ... out there twice a week March through October. City Council approved the new contract ..."

On Monday, July 16th City Council approved a $4.50 annual increase for the Pt. San Pedro Median Assessment District – the first increase since the inception of the Assessment District in 2013. For the last few years, the revenue generated for the Operations and Maintenance of the district has not covered the actual operations and...

Planning Commission - November 12, 2024 (Cancelled)

"... : San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA ... Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council ... : San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901 ... Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers ... Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth ..."

Date and time: 2024-11-12 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentDate and time: 2024-11-12 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentDate and time: 2024-11-12 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentDate and time: 2024-11-12 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentAgendaPlanning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday, November 12, 2024 7:00 P.M. AGENDA...

Investigation Underway into Anti-Semitic Flyers Distributed in Neighborhood

"... residential video footage, which may lead to the identity of the person(s) responsible. The City of San ... and will stand by all of its residents to support them against hatred and bigotry. The San Rafael City ... Council passed a Resolution earlier this year to support Jewish American Heritage and stated ... , “The City of San Rafael shares the obligation to condemn and combat anti-Semitism and hatred wherever ... they exist.” The San Rafael City Council also supports Assembly Bill 2282, which would strengthen law ..."

San Rafael, CA – On Sunday, July 24, 2022, an investigation into who distributed anti-Semitic flyers in San Rafael was started after police were called to the city’s West End neighborhood in the downtown. Just after 6:45 PM, the San Rafael Police Department received information that an unknown person(s) distributed anti-Semitic flyers to driveways...

Third Street Rehabilitation

"... in Marin County), along with an additional $1.5 million from the State Local Partnership Program ... corridor. The findings of this study will also be presented to the City Council at their meeting ..."

Third Street is a critical component of San Rafael’s transportation network serving tens of thousands each day as they travel to work, school, recreation, and retail destinations. Marin County’s busiest transit node, the San Rafael Transit Center, brings nearly 9,000 people daily to and through Third Street as they use Golden Gate Transit and Marin...

July 6, 2021 Council meeting presentation recap - NB US-101 to EB I-580 Direct Connector (TAM)

"... City Council meeting, City staff, the City's consultant, Barry Miller, and the Transportation ... to and from this vital area of the City. Each of the possible alignments impact the residents of San ... and input from the City Council and public. Check ..."

On the July 6, 2021 City Council meeting, City staff, the City's consultant, Barry Miller, and the Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) presented a presentation of the potential guiding principles representing San Rafael's interests in the TAM study of alternative alignments for the Northbound US-101 to Eastbound I-580 Direct Connector project. Currently, drivers who wish...

📸 Snapshot: Council meeting highlights, SRPD immigration policies, Wildfire safety talks— and more!

"... City ... Council Meeting Highlights ... will hold a City Council Meeting at City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue ... City Council goals and objectives for fiscal years ... to a partnership between the San Rafael Public Library, the Marin County Free Library, and San Rafael City ..."

Snapshot En Espanol San Rafael City Council Meeting Highlights On Monday March 3rd, the City of San Rafael will hold a City Council Meeting at City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue. Details: Special Meeting: Begins at 3:00 PM in the Third Floor Conference Room. Workshop to review and draft City Council goals and objectives for fiscal...

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