The City is currently conducting a survey with a randomly selected group of community members. Participation is voluntary, and individual responses will remain confidential. Not all residents will be contacted, as the survey uses a random sampling approach. The survey will remain open for a limited period while data collection is underway.

FAQ Topic: Library & Recreation

How to create an ActiveNet account

How to create an ActiveNet account Click on the “Create New Account” button above Enter your e-mail address and click “Next” Fill in the information (parents start with yourself first), create password and click “Next” Complete the remaining information and click “Submit” You will receive an e-mail to verify and activate your account NOTE: If … Continued

News and Updates

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and announcements related to library programs, services, and operations. Additionally, visit the Library’s events page for a complete list of upcoming programs and events.

Senior Exemptions

If you are 65 years of age or older by July 1 of the tax year, and own and occupy a single-family residence in San Rafael, you can file a tax exemption application for the Special Library Services Parcel Tax (must be filed on or before June 1). Print out a Measure D Senior Exemption … Continued

Important Links

San Rafael Public Library – Homepage  San Rafael Public Library – About  Library Board of Trustees  San Rafael Municipal Code 3.36 – Special Library Parcel Tax 

FAQ’s about Park Picnic Site Rentals

The City of San Rafael has 26 parks, each of which has unique features and amenities. Some parks have reservable picnic sites for Community use. The primary purpose of the City’s picnic site rental program is to coordinate multiple uses of public property, assure preservation of our parks, prevent dangerous, unlawful or impermissible uses, protect … Continued

How do I know all the funding will go to this project?

Measure P ensures fiscal accountability and local control through the following requirements: Every penny must stay local and no funds can be taken by the State No funds can be used for administrator salaries Independent oversight and annual audits are required

I heard that Measure P was a citizen-led initiative, what does that mean?

A citizen-led initiative is a measure that was placed on the ballot through the initiative process, as opposed to being placed on the ballot through City Council or legislative action. Citizen-led initiatives require a simple majority to pass. Measure P was drafted and proposed by the San Rafael Public Library Foundation, as well as the … Continued

If the Library will be moving, why is the City renovating the Carnegie now?

The current renovations at the Carnegie Library are critical to ensuring that the building remains operational in the coming years. The project is addressing some of the most pressing infrastructure and safety issues, including fixing the roof, upgrading plumbing and electrical to meet code, installing a fire alarm system, ADA improvements, repairing the HVAC system, … Continued

If the library moves to Albert Park, what will happen to the Carnegie?

The City is still evaluating the future use of the site. Measure P requires that within two years, the City Council will initiate a public planning process related to the preservation of the historic Carnegie Library building for ongoing civic, community or community-serving commercial uses. The City has not yet started the planning process nor … Continued

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