Less than one percent of the world’s water supply is readily available for human use. The rest is salty, frozen at the poles, or trapped underground. Yet, we collectively waste gross amounts of water in several ways: poorly maintained water infrastructure (such as leaking water pipes), industrial water waste, water use for agriculture in arid … Continued
At Monday night’s meeting, the City Council will provide feedback on a proposed draft ordinance relating to rental discrimination based on the source of the income that a prospective tenant receives, such as a Housing Choice Voucher or a Veterans Affairs Supporting Housing Voucher. These types of local laws have been approved by the legislative … Continued
Over the past several meetings, the City Council has discussed and approved several employee labor agreements with various bargaining groups. At Monday night’s meeting, the City Council will consider approving a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the San Rafael Firefighters’ Association (SRFA), as well as a revised labor agreement with the Executive Management staff. For … Continued
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 … Continued
Each year, we observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15 by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of community members whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America–from all communities that identify as Hispanic. The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon … Continued
Since 1973, the City of San Rafael and the Marinwood Community Services District have provided shared fire protection services in each other’s service area. The Marinwood Fire Chief recently announced his retirement, and Marinwood officials have expressed that their fire department is in need of obtaining Fire Chief Officer Services to provide administration and operations … Continued
National Rail Safety Week is September 23-29. Please take some time this week to talk to your family about rail safety. Rail safety is everyone’s responsibility. Check out the safety tips below to increase rail safety: Never walk on the tracks—it’s dangerous and illegal. Wait for the gate. Pay attention to signs and signals at … Continued
The City Council is seeking applications to fill a vacancy on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. This Committee meets on the first Wednesday of every even-numbered month at 6 p.m. and works to promote bicycling and walking as viable means of transportation throughout San Rafael, to provide conceptual input on public bicycle and pedestrian … Continued
Also on the City Council agenda for Monday night is the consideration of new play area improvements at Albert Park. The project has been a joint partnership with the nearby community who has been instrumental in advocating for and raising funds for the project. If approved, the project would include new play structures, ground surfacing, … Continued
Last week, San Rafael Emergency Manager Quinn Gardner led City staff in a “Yellow Command” Emergency Operations Center exercise in coordination with other city and county Bay Area jurisdictions. About 50 City employees responded to a scenario in which a massive earthquake hits the Bay Area, with an emphasis on mass care and sheltering operations. … Continued
