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Medical Cannabis Policy

"... Also on Monday evening, the City Council will hear an informational report and provide direction ... to staff on recommendations. Over the past six months, a Council subcommittee drafted a series ... transparency and reducing public safety risks, adding new revenue to support city infrastructure and services ..."

Also on Monday evening, the City Council will hear an informational report and provide direction to staff on recommendations. Over the past six months, a Council subcommittee drafted a series of goals and recommendations for San Rafael’s medical cannabis policy. Goals included providing safe patient access, exploring discreet and low impact and minimal public interface...

City Hall Closed on Monday, January 21

"... City Hall and all non-essential City facilities will be closed on Monday, January 21 in observance ... during this time. The regular City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22. Visit our ... website to view a list of all City Hall closure dates. ..."

City Hall and all non-essential City facilities will be closed on Monday, January 21 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday. Emergency police and fire services will be available during this time. The regular City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22. Visit our website to view a list of...

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...

Renter Protections

"... On Monday, February 4th, the San Rafael City Council held an informational discussion ... . San Rafael's Rental Market According to the City of San ... Community Development staff will be returning to Council to discuss local “Barriers to Housing ... – available at any given point in time. According to the City of San Rafael’s Housing Element ... On Monday, February 4th, the San Rafael City Council heard an informational report from staff about two ..."

On Monday, February 4th, the San Rafael City Council held an informational discussion (watch the video here) about the potential adoption of renter protection policies in San Rafael - specifically, Mandatory Mediation and Just Cause eviction. San Rafael's Rental Market According to the City of San Rafael’s 2015-2023 Housing Element, in 2010 San...

Housing Affordability

"... Also on Monday, the City Council will consider a response to the Grand Jury regarding barriers ..."

Also on Monday, the City Council will consider a response to the Grand Jury regarding barriers to housing affordability. The proposed response largely agrees with the findings of the Grand Jury and provides a significant amount of detail on the issues around housing affordability in Marin.

Downtown Farmers’ Market Update

"... Also on Tuesday, the City Council will also hear a presentation from ..."

Also on Tuesday, the City Council will also hear a presentation from the San Rafael’s Downtown Farmers’ Market manager, Shayla Moran, about what to expect this upcoming season, including improvements to the market, new branding, and special activities.

Bungalow Avenue from Woodland Avenue to La Loma Court

"... ) Overview Over the last several years, the City has been planning the Bungalow Avenue ... government agencies the City is working with SRSD to provide freshly resurfaced roadway after ... . Phase III After a very insightful site walk with the community, the City ... City ... Council ..."

About Project goals Resurface and rehabilitate the roadway, improve drainage, and improve pedestrian safety in the within the vicinity of the nearby schools Upgrade current crosswalks to increase visibility Add a crosswalk across Woodland Avenue and Lovell Avenue (this location was chosen as it is part of the Safe Routes to School program for both...

Art with a Purpose

"... by the San Rafael Public Art Review Board and San Rafael City Council. Local ... the City ..."

Project Overview "Art with a Purpose" is the San Rafael Chamber Leadership Institute’s class of 2024 project that celebrates our community’s core values and our artistic community. The San Rafael Leadership Institute is a nine-month program through the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce that exposes Marin's leaders to a variety of current issues, impactful organizations,...

Climate Change and Conservation Progress

"... iMatterYouth team will make a presentation at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. The students ..."

Students from the Marin School of Environmental Leadership's iMatterYouth team will make a presentation at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. The students will deliver a report card on San Rafael's climate action progress and provide data on San Rafael’s progress in regards to conservation efforts.

Temporary Uses

"... business improvement district, or events that have received street closure approval from the City ... Council are exempt from the temporary use permit requirement. What are Typical Requirements ... and egress, and loading shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Traffic Engineer ... be submitted to the City Finance Department to assure that any temporary facilities are removed from ... . A certificate of insurance shall be furnished to the City showing coverage for bodily injury ..."

What is a Temporary Use Permit? A temporary use permit allows activities of a short term, generally one (1) year or less, pursuant to San Rafael Municipal Code Section 14.17.130. These most commonly consist of special events such as a fair, festival or concert, outdoor seasonal sales such as a Christmas tree lot or pumpkin...

An Update on Ritter Relocation

"... , and in March, the City Council established a subcommittee comprised of Mayor Phillips ... , Councilmember Gamblin, and City staff to help intensify the search efforts. At the same time as searching ... for a new location for Ritter, the City, the County, and a number of nonprofit partners have also been ... of public feedback about Mark Drive, all of which the City has been relaying to Ritter, the County ... an informational presentation to the City Council about the Opportunity Center – how it was built, how ..."

by Andrew Hening, Director of Homeless Planning & Outreach Celebrating Ongoing Partnership As a quick refresher, Ritter Center has been looking for a new site for over three years, and in March, the City Council established a subcommittee comprised of Mayor Phillips, Councilmember Gamblin, and City staff to help intensify the search efforts. At the...

The Fiscal Year Ahead

"... Also on Monday, the City Council will receive an informational report on the City’s financial ..."

Also on Monday, the City Council will receive an informational report on the City’s financial performance and budget changes for fiscal year 2016-2017. This is a follow-up to the first financial review which was held in December 2016. They will also receive a preview of the General Fund budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

Meet your new Police Accountability and Advisory Committee!

"... On October 23, 2023, the City Council appointed 9 people to serve on the San Rafael Police ... ., at City Hall and you can learn more about the Committee on the PAAC website, but for now we would ... , the City with A Mission. He is willing and committed to bring anything to the table, with consultation ... originate from Mexico and come from the city of Oaxaca ... between our residents, our officers and our council ..."

On October 23, 2023, the City Council appointed 9 people to serve on the San Rafael Police Accountability and Advisory Committee (PAAC). Their first meeting will be held on December 20th at 6:00 p.m., at City Hall and you can learn more about the Committee on the PAAC website, but for now we would like...

Applications sought for Library Parcel Tax Committee

"... The City Council is seeking applications to fill five positions on the newly created Measure D ... in a manner consistent with the language of the ballot measure approving the tax. Applications are now available online and at the City Clerk’s office. ..."

The City Council is seeking applications to fill five positions on the newly created Measure D Special Library Parcel Tax Committee. This Committee will meet at least twice annually and will act as an independent oversight committee to ensure the Library spends the funds from the parcel tax in a manner consistent with the language...

Update on Ritter Center

"... A year ago, the City of San Rafael and the Ritter Center discussed possible operational changes ... first established elsewhere. At their meeting on Monday, March 6 at 7 p.m., the City Council ..."

A year ago, the City of San Rafael and the Ritter Center discussed possible operational changes to their site to reduce impacts to the surrounding area. These discussions resulted in a formal agreement to relocate their shower, mail, and homeless food pantry services if comparable services were first established elsewhere. At their meeting on Monday,...

Andersen Drive at-grade-crossing

"... crossing to be the most appropriate design. At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider plans for a new at-grade rail crossing at Andersen Drive. ..."

To prepare for SMART’s planned rail service to Larkspur, San Rafael identified and studied six possibilities to accommodate a rail crossing at Andersen Drive; ultimately finding a modified at-grade crossing to be the most appropriate design. At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider plans for a new at-grade rail crossing at Andersen Drive.

Personnel Actions

"... On Monday night, the City Council will consider personnel related changes to create more ... the City will be able to improve recruitment efforts and keep existing staff ready for more complex work where there is a need. READ STAFF REPORT ..."

On Monday night, the City Council will consider personnel related changes to create more flexibility within certain classification series, updating the City’s salary schedule to reflect a new classification, and making market rate adjustments to two salary ranges. With these changes, staff believes the City will be able to improve recruitment efforts and keep existing...

Library Services and Facilities Needs Assessments & Vision Plan

"... Have you used a City of San Rafael library lately? At their Monday evening meeting, the City ... Council will hear an informational report from Library Director Sarah Houghton about a needs assessment ..."

Have you used a City of San Rafael library lately? At their Monday evening meeting, the City Council will hear an informational report from Library Director Sarah Houghton about a needs assessment for library services and facility needs. This follows an extensive outreach effort conducted by the Library to solicit input from the community to...

Even-Year Elections

"... State law (SB 415) requires cities to change local elections to even-year statewide elections ... of current elected officials. On Monday evening, the City Council will discuss this topic and provide direction to staff. ..."

State law (SB 415) requires cities to change local elections to even-year statewide elections – this change is expected to lower costs by consolidating elections and increase voter turnout. As our local elections in San Rafael have been in odd years, this change could impact the term lengths of current elected officials. On Monday evening,...

Animal Care Facility on Lindaro Street

"... Also at their meeting on Monday, the City Council will consider an appeal opposing an animal care ... and Planning Commission, however a neighboring resident has appealed these actions citing concerns around ..."

Also at their meeting on Monday, the City Council will consider an appeal opposing an animal care facility at 629 Lindaro Street. The proposed facility would be used for overnight kenneling and include an indoor play and activity area. The proposal was approved by the Zoning Administrator and Planning Commission, however a neighboring resident has...

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