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2018 Sustainability Priorities

"... At their meeting on Monday evening, the City Council will hear two ... dropped 16 percent between 2005 and 2015, meaning the City is making progress towards meeting its ..."

At their meeting on Monday evening, the City Council will hear two reports from staff about our sustainability initiatives; the first will be about our greenhouse reductions and the second will outline our priorities for 2018. San Rafael’s greenhouse gas emissions dropped 16 percent between 2005 and 2015, meaning the City is making progress towards...

Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan - July 16, 2018

"... On Monday evening, the City Council will consider adopting an update to the City’s Bicycle ..."

On Monday evening, the City Council will consider adopting an update to the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. This plan helps guide improvements and set priorities to make it safer and more comfortable to bike and walk throughout San Rafael. Since the last update in 2011, over 7 miles of bike routes, bike lanes...

Downtown San Rafael and General Plan 2040

"... and beyond. At their 7 p.m. meeting on Monday night, the City Council will hear a presentation about the key ..."

From funky shops and local haunts to theaters and restaurants. From bakeries to breweries and beyond. At their 7 p.m. meeting on Monday night, the City Council will hear a presentation about the key policies and design guidelines from the Downtown Vision and Downtown Station Area Plan as they related to our work to update San...

Victor Jones Park Improvements

"... City Council, staff and community ..."

Victor Jones Park, a 6-acre park located in the Glenwood neighborhood concluded construction in June 2018 and now features a new play structure area and various improvements that allow more community access in the park with fencing and playground areas that benefit children and families. Thank you to the members of the @CityofSanRafael City Council,...

2023-2025 Two-Year Sustainability Priorities

"... Accepted by the City Council in August 2023, this provides a snapshot update of the 2021-2023 ..."

Matched in attachment: "... combined with housing security City Manager In progress 4. ... Include City fleet as well as public charging infrastructure and a focus on equity. ... Continue the Illegal Dumping program pilots and bring a suite of solutions to Council for consideration ... Community Development Public Works City Attorney Ongoing 11. ... for Canal Neighborhood Pilot completed with MRC and data on participation Bring recommendations to Council ..."

Accepted by the City Council in August 2023, this provides a snapshot update of the 2021-2023 Priorities as well as the Sustainability Division workplan priorities for 2023-2025.

Call for Applications

"... The City Council is seeking applications for two vacancies on the Fire Commission. The Fire ... are available online or at the City Clerk’s office. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, February 28 at 5 p.m. ..."

The City Council is seeking applications for two vacancies on the Fire Commission. The Fire Commission handles the review of long-range capital needs, the annual operating budget, building codes, and other issues relating to the general operations and functions of the Fire Department. Applications are available online or at the City Clerk’s office. The deadline...

Tamra Peters & Bill Carney, Citizens of the Year 2017

"... community, benefiting our parks, open space and numerous City committees and projects. Tamra's ... advisory groups for electric vehicles, solar projects; and Tamra's service on Marin County Fair ... . The City Council expresses its appreciation for Tamra Peters and Bill Carney's efforts on behalf of our ..."

Tamra Peters & Bill Carney's commitment and passion for San Rafael's future is unwavering. Tamra & Bill have devoted countless hours to help educate and advocate for a more sustainable San Rafael community and planet. They have volunteered an estimated 60 hours per week to the San Rafael community, benefiting our parks, open space and numerous City committees and...

Upcoming City Furlough Schedule - 2/12

"... 12, City Hall ... and most non-essential City facilities, including Public Works, will be closed in accordance ... COVID-19 related revenue losses the City continues to experience. The 13-day closure schedule ... , as approved by our City Council, is effective through the end of the fiscal year. Visit our website ... -safety City services will be closed on February 15 ..."

On Friday, February 12, City Hall and most non-essential City facilities, including Public Works, will be closed in accordance with the non-public safety Furlough Schedule, which is a cost-saving measure in response to significant COVID-19 related revenue losses the City continues to experience. The 13-day closure schedule, as approved by our City Council, is effective...

David Haydon, Citizen of the Year 2016

"... economic times. In addition to running one of the top restaurants in San Rafael and indeed Marin County ... . When an organization needs help, David pitches in." The City Council expresses its appreciation ..."

David Haydon's dedication and passion for the San Rafael community is authentic and tireless. He founded II Davide Restaurant, 20 years ago, and built a successful business through challenging economic times. In addition to running one of the top restaurants in San Rafael and indeed Marin County, he strives to give back to the San Rafael...

Planning Commission – February 28, 2023

"... Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers ... Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers ... Progress Report for 2022 and direct staff to present the reports to City Council ... : San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA ... to present the reports to City Council. DIRECTOR’S REPORT COMMISSION ..."

Date and time: 2023-02-28 07:00 pmLocation: Planning Commission – February 28, 2023Department: Community DevelopmentAgendaPlanning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 28, 2023, 7:00 P.M. AGENDA Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901 or Participate Virtually: Watch on Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/PlanningCommission23 Watch on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/cityofsanrafael Telephone: 1 (669) 444-9171...

San Rafael Police Release Video of High-Risk Traffic Stop

"... of an armed carjacking. Despite similarity, it was the wrong car. The City has invited ... : City Attorney’s ... Statement to the City Council and Community ..."

On Aug 7, 2020, a high-risk traffic stop was conducted in San Rafael after police received a report of an armed carjacking. Despite similarity, it was the wrong car. The City has invited this individual to engage with the police officers who were involved to have a session of conversation and restorative justice with the...

Multi-Use Pathway Review

"... Also on Monday evening, the City Council will review the environmental clearance for a multi-use ..."

Also on Monday evening, the City Council will review the environmental clearance for a multi-use pathway along the SMART rail line south of Second Street. This is an important section of the pedestrian and bicycle connection from Downtown to the Cal-Park tunnel and Larkspur ferry. READ THE STAFF REPORT

Urgency Ordinance 1967 establishing regulations Small Wireless Facilities and Policy Resolution 14621

"... On December 17, 2018, the City of San Rafael, City Council adopted Urgency ... wireless facilities within the City...The following is a link to the application submittal ..."

On December 17, 2018, the City of San Rafael, City Council adopted Urgency Ordinance 1967 establishing regulations for small wireless facilities and Policy Resolution 14621 establishing policies, procedures and standards for installation of small wireless facilities within the City...

Third Street Rehabilitation project bid opening

"... rehabilitation project that includes the City of San Rafael, Marin Municipal Water District and the San ... to be awarded by the San Rafael City Council on February 7th. ..."

The Department of Works is opening bids for the Third Street Rehabilitation project on Wednesday January 12th. The Third Street Rehabilitation project is a multi-agency corridor wide rehabilitation project that includes the City of San Rafael, Marin Municipal Water District and the San Rafael Sanitation District and is estimated at $20,000,000. The construction contract is...

Environmental Review

"... (published in May 2021). On July 19, 2021, the City Council approved a resolution ... recommending Council certification of the Final EIR for the project ..."

The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) defines a General Plan Update as a “project.” The “project” includes the changes in land use proposed by the General Plan, as well as capital projects and new or modified policies relating to topics such as transportation, housing, resource management, and safety. It also includes the Draft Downtown Precise...

Ridgeline Development Project

"... At their 7 p.m. meeting on Monday evening, the City Council will hold a Public Hearing ..."

At their 7 p.m. meeting on Monday evening, the City Council will hold a Public Hearing for a proposed new single-family residence on a hillside and ridgeline parcel at 23 Meyer Road. The project has been approved by both the Design Review Board and the Planning Commission. READ THE STAFF REPORT

Special Presentation from PG&E: Enhanced Vegetation Management

"... presentation at Monday’s City Council meeting with more details. For more information about ..."

In response to the growing risk of wildfire across California, PG&E is enhancing their vegetation and safety work. Their focus will be on addressing vegetation that poses a higher potential for wildfire risk in high fire-threat areas as designated by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). You may see PG&E vegetation management inspectors and contractors...

Establishing the Robert and Lorraine Joses Memorial Fund

"... and services to the community. On Monday evening, the City Council will consider accepting the donation and establishing a memorial fund. READ STAFF REPORT ..."

The San Rafael Library has received a generous donation of $1.3 million from the trust of Mr. Robert and Mrs. Lorraine Joses. They lived in San Rafael for a number of years and were involved in organizations such as the San Rafael Improvement Club and the California Historical Society. After Robert’s death in 1998 Lorraine...

Traffic Safety Rules for the Use of Medians

"... On Monday evening the City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss prohibiting pedestrians ..."

On Monday evening the City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss prohibiting pedestrians from loitering or lingering on small medians (less than four feet in width) or blocking traffic signs or signals so that the risk of traffic collisions involving vehicles and pedestrians will be minimized. READ STAFF REPORT

Freitas and Las Gallinas Intersection Improvements

"... . At Monday’s City Council meeting, the Council will consider awarding the construction and civil ..."

Public Works staff has been working on modifications and improvement projects for the of Manuel T. Freitas Parkway and Las Gallinas Avenue intersection. The Intersection is very narrow, preventing left turning cars traveling east and west from turning at the same time. In addition, queues for these turn lanes back up into the adjacent through...

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