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Grand Jury Report on Public Engagement

"... improve our practices in this area. At their Monday evening meeting, the City Council will consider a proposed response to the report. READ THE STAFF REPORT ..."

We are always looking to improve the way we engage and connect with our community. The Grand Jury conducted an assessment of public engagement practices throughout Marin and commended San Rafael for receiving the Davenport Institute for Public Engagement and Civic Leadership’s highest award for public engagement in 2016. Public engagement is an ongoing process...

Good Design Guidelines for Downtown

"... What makes a great Downtown? On Monday February 5, 2017, the San Rafael City Council received ... from existing City documents such as General Plan 2020 and the Downtown San Rafael Vision, as well ..."

What makes a great Downtown? On Monday February 5, 2017, the San Rafael City Council received a presentation from Planning Commissioner Larry Paul and a working group of design professionals on Criteria for Good Design in Downtown San Rafael. The working group has been meeting for several months to develop a cohesive design framework for...

Charting Progress to 2040

"... , the City Council will consider the draft work program for the new General Plan 2040, which would ... guide the City for the next 20 years. This is the first step in what will be a multi-year ..."

Do you have an interest in what San Rafael looks like in 2040? Then you should be sure to participate in our General Plan process! The City’s current General Plan 2020 has been in place since 2004 and as we approach 2020, is nearing the end of its useful life. At their Monday, February 6...

703 Third Street - New Downtown Housing Near Transit

"... , the City ... Council ... efforts by our City staff. After careful evaluation, staff is recommending approval, as the project ..."

At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider approving the Use Permit, Environmental and Design Review Permit, and Lot Consolidation applications to allow the construction of a new, 120-unit, mixed-use building located at 703 Third Street (at the southwest corner of Third Street and Lincoln Avenue). This project includes 120 rental units (12 of which...

Transgender Day of Visibility

"... transgender justice. The City of San Rafael is home to many Transgender (trans) and nonbinary people who ... and the City Council of the City of San Rafael recognizes March 31st as Transgender Day of Visibility ... in the City of San Rafael ..."

This year marks the 13th annual Transgender Day of Visibility, an annual awareness day celebrated around the world. The day is dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments of transgender and gender nonconforming people while raising awareness of the work that still needs to be done to achieve transgender justice. The City of San Rafael is home...

National Preparedness Month

"... and our City employees will serve as Disaster Service Workers. Government agencies and disaster ... emergency. The City of San Rafael will join the nation in focusing on this year’s theme ... Rafael Emergency Operations Center team will join the Marin County Operational Area in a Bay Area ... from a disaster. The Mayor and the City Council of the City of San Rafael proclaim the month ..."

In San Rafael, our community is susceptible to human-caused and natural disasters including earthquakes, wild land fires, floods, and other large-scale emergencies we cannot predict. When large scale emergencies occur law, fire, and emergency medical services will be overwhelmed with priority calls and our City employees will serve as Disaster Service Workers. Government agencies and disaster organizations cannot...

District Elections Study Session

"... The City ... Council will hold a Study Session on Monday ... evening from 6 to 7 p.m. at City Hall to hear a presentation about the California Voting Rights Act ... (CVRA), which requires cities under certain conditions to transition from at-large elections to district ... that San Rafael has a history of “racially polarized” voting and threatens the City with litigation ..."

The City Council will hold a Study Session on Monday evening from 6 to 7 p.m. at City Hall to hear a presentation about the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA), which requires cities under certain conditions to transition from at-large elections to district-based elections. San Rafael has learned that it will be receiving a letter that...

Third Street Improvement project - 4/15/22 weekly update

"... The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates ... . The City of San Rafael has begun an extensive 18-month Third Street rehabilitation ... on a daily basis as they travel to work, school, recreation, and retail destinations. The City of San ... completed. The Third Street Safety project will be presented at the City Council on Monday April 18 ... construction project. The City Council ..."

The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. The City of San Rafael has begun an extensive 18-month Third Street...

Library and Recreation Personnel Changes

"... , the City Council ..."

On July 15, 2019, the City Council authorized combining the former Community Services Department with the former Library Department. The new department is called “Library and Recreation,” and together, they create new possibilities for collaboration and innovation in programming and services for the community. We have been carefully evaluating the design of the new department, which...

Tiscornia Marsh - Letter of Endorsement/Support

"... , dramatically impacting habitat for species. On Monday evening, the City Council will consider approving ..."

The Tiscornia Marsh site covers 20 acres of tidal marsh and bay lands located north of East Canal Street. The marsh has experienced considerable erosion along its bayward edge and over the last 30 years, approximately three acres of the tidal marsh has been lost, dramatically impacting habitat for species. On Monday evening, the City...

Northgate Town Square-Public Hearing Schedule Update

"... a tentative public hearing schedule showing November 18th as the first City Council hearing ..."

Northgate Town Square Schedule Update: At the September 24th Study Session, staff presented a tentative public hearing schedule showing November 18th as the first City Council hearing. That date has since been updated. A hearing on the first reading of the rezoning Ordinance and all other entitlements is now planned to be held on December 2nd...

Planning Commission - February 25, 2025

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

Date and time: 2025-02-25 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentDate and time: 2025-02-25 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentAgendaPlanning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 25, 2025 - 7:00 P.M. AGENDA Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901 Watch Online: Watch on Zoom Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/2025-PC-Meeting...

Traffic Safety Grant

"... On Tuesday evening, the City Council will decide whether or not to accept a $110,000.00 Step Grant ... for a “Selective Traffic Enforcement Program.” With the grant funds the City of San Rafael could ..."

On Tuesday evening, the City Council will decide whether or not to accept a $110,000.00 Step Grant for a “Selective Traffic Enforcement Program.” With the grant funds the City of San Rafael could improve traffic safety by conducting DUI checkpoints and saturation patrols, distracted driving enforcement, high collision intersection enforcement, speed enforcement patrols, and enforcement...

Spinnaker Point Parking Modifications - Initial study / mitigated negative declaration

"... on the Initial Study must be submitted to the City by Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021. The City Council ..."

The CEQA 30-day public review period of this project’s Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration began on May 24th, 2021 and will close on Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021. Electronic copies of these documents can be downloaded by visiting the project webpage. All written comments on the Initial Study must be submitted to the City by Tuesday, June 22nd,...

June Pride Month Proclamation

"... On June 7, 2021 the City of San Rafael City Council held a special presentation recognizing June ... as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer+ (LGBTQ+) Pride Month. The City of San Rafael has ... in the community. June is a time for the City to celebrate the dynamic LGBTQ+ community, raise ... was read by Mayor Kate and accepted by City of San Rafael ... , the Progress Pride Pride Flag was raised at City Hall will remain until the end of the month. ..."

On June 7, 2021 the City of San Rafael City Council held a special presentation recognizing June as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer+ (LGBTQ+) Pride Month. The City of San Rafael has a diverse LGBTQ+ community and is committed to supporting visibility, dignity, and equity for all people in the community. June is a time...

Sue Beittel, Citizen of the Year 2002

"... issues, including serving on the Board of the League of Women Voters of Marin County ... with a focus on the greater community good and sustained interest and active involvement. The City Council ..."

The Richard P. O'Brien Citizen of the year Award is intended to acknowledge residents of San Rafael who, through their dedicated and selfless efforts, have had a significant effect on the quality of life in their community. Sue Beittel has been selected as the first recipient of this award due to her community involvement and...

Snapshot -- MSS Rates, Holiday Gift Ideas, Sparkle & Cheer, SantaCop Toy Donations, and More!!!

"... City Council meeting, the Council will hold ... 6th City Council meeting, the Council will hold ... regular City Council Meeting, the Council ... City Council meetings are held every first and third Monday ... of the month. City Council meetings that fall on a holiday are rescheduled for the following Tuesday ..."

Snapshot - de parte del Gerente de la Ciudad de San Rafael Spotlight Photo CAPTION: Taken from Ridgewood Fire Road, November 2021 PHOTO CREDIT: Jim Schutz, City Manager Last Quiz Question Congrats to Joanne Paben for being the first to correctly answer the last Snapshot quiz! The picture was taken from the Jean and John Starkweather Shoreline Trail. This path is great for the entire family! Check...

Assessment Districts and Public Access

"... At their 7 p.m. meeting on Monday evening, the City Council will hold public hearings and consider ..."

At their 7 p.m. meeting on Monday evening, the City Council will hold public hearings and consider the following: Formed in 1999, the Baypoint Lagoon Assessment District was formed to remove nonnative plants in the Baypoint (Spinnaker) Lagoon. With landscaping needs now at a minimal level, funds will be directed towards improvements to the Cayes...

Retirement of City Clerk Esther Beirne

"... Esther Beirne, City Clerk (left); Jeanne Leoncini, former City Clerk (center), Lindsay Lara, Deputy ... City Clerk (right) Congratulations to Esther Beirne for her retirement after 18 years in the San ... Rafael City Clerk’s Office. Esther joined the City Clerk’s Office as the Deputy City Clerk in 2001 ... and was first elected City Clerk in November 2007. During Esther’s legacy of service, the City ... for an open and neutral approach to conducting City Council meetings, recording and maintaining ..."

Esther Beirne, City Clerk (left); Jeanne Leoncini, former City Clerk (center), Lindsay Lara, Deputy City Clerk (right) Congratulations to Esther Beirne for her retirement after 18 years in the San Rafael City Clerk’s Office. Esther joined the City Clerk’s Office as the Deputy City Clerk in 2001 and was first elected City Clerk in November...

Done/Doing (#5)

"... (City Attorney ... , City ... , City ... Council ... , City Manager ..."

Here's an update of what we've done and what we're doing next to better serve San Rafael. Done Developed draft content for smaller department pages (City Attorney, City Clerk, City Council, City Manager, Human Resources, IT, and Finance). Provided feedback on design options for color palette, image gallery, iconography, typography, and overall look & feel...

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