This week, we reviewed the results of the Business Retention and Expansion interview findings, which were gathered by the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce. We learned that the business environment in San Rafael is going well, but some concerns exist surrounding issues largely beyond local control, such as long commute times. Other highlights include that the economy continues to show progress; homelessness is less of an issue than before; and local businesses seem optimistic about next year’s economy and about remaining in San Rafael to do business.