The City Clerk’s office is currently recruiting to fill upcoming vacancies on our boards and commissions. Community members can apply online to serve on our boards and commissions, and more information and eligibility requirements are as follows:
Design Review Board
Board Description: The Design Review Board (DRB) consists of design professionals appointed by the City Council to provide advice on new development projects and most exterior changes to existing buildings. Applications are evaluated based on our General Plan and Zoning Ordinance design policies and criteria, with the goal of having new projects harmonize with the natural environment and surrounding area.
Term: July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2026
2022 Meeting Schedule: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
Eligibility Requirements: Must reside in San Rafael city limits
Application Deadline (subject to extension): May 13, 2022 or open until filled
Park and Recreation Commission
Board Description: The Park and Recreation Commission assists the City Council in developing and implementing the long-range plans for City parks and recreation facilities; monitors current service levels and community needs; reviews the performance of City partnerships with community groups in the utilization of facilities and production of programs; reviews and advises on general policies and procedures in the delivery of park, recreation, child care and cultural services.
Terms: June 2022 through May 31, 2026
June 2022 through May 31, 2026
June 2022 through May 31, 2026
2022 Meeting Schedule: Third Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m.
Eligibility Requirements: Must live in San Rafael city limits
Application Deadline (subject to extension): May 13, 2022 or open until filled
Planning Commission
Board Description: The Planning Commission consists of citizen volunteers appointed by the City Council to make decisions or advise the Council on land use and property development issues. The Commission assures that new development is consistent with our long-range General Plan, State laws and other public policies that advance the interests of our community.
Term: July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2026
July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2026
2022 Meeting Schedule: Second and Fourth Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m.
Eligibility Requirements: Must live in San Rafael city limits
Application Deadline (subject to extension): May 13, 2022 or open until filled
If you’re interested, you can apply online, or learn more about our boards and commissions online.