Have you used a City of San Rafael library lately? At their Monday evening meeting, the City Council will hear an informational report from Library Director Sarah Houghton about a needs assessment for library services and facility needs. This follows an extensive outreach effort conducted by the Library to solicit input from the community to … Continued
On Monday evening, the City Council will consider adopting the City’s $111 million operating budget and capital improvement program for Fiscal Year 2017-18. The budget includes funding for special initiatives and projects including moving energy accounts to Marin Clean Energy’s “Deep Green” tier, working with the County to address homelessness, launching an online permit portal, … Continued
Also on Monday, the City Council will consider a response to the Grand Jury regarding barriers to housing affordability. The proposed response largely agrees with the findings of the Grand Jury and provides a significant amount of detail on the issues around housing affordability in Marin.
The San Rafael Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee invites you to come and participate in a Public Workshop on June 8th at 6:00 p.m. as part of the process to revise and update our Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. This update will focus on improving safety, connectivity, and development of infrastructure suitable for all users … Continued
The summer is upon us and with the warm weather, opportunity knocks for people who do not have your best interest in mind. The San Rafael Police Department would like to share some simple tips to help you secure your home a little better so you property and loved ones can sleep a little safer … Continued
Homelessness and affordable housing are among the community’s top concerns. The City – working in partnership with the County of Marin, local service providers, and the private sector – has been making significant strides on these issues, and we would love to keep you updated on our progress. Subscribe to our updates.
The City Council is seeking applications to fill five positions on the newly created Measure D Special Library Parcel Tax Committee. This Committee will meet at least twice annually and will act as an independent oversight committee to ensure the Library spends the funds from the parcel tax in a manner consistent with the language … Continued
You probably already know that our San Rafael police officers are awesome! At Monday’s City Council meeting, the City Council will recognize the great work and sacrifice of our police women and men and will present lifesaving, conduct, and meritorious awards, as well as letters of commendation. In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as … Continued
The Lourdes Convent, which is owned by the Dominican Sisters is a convent retirement center located at 77 Locust Avenue. A Use Permit Amendment was filed by the Dominican Sisters to convert a portion of the retirement center to a single, residential unit for “transitional housing” to be shared by two single women and their … Continued
City staff is proposing an innovative and customer-friendly way to interact with zoning and permitting information. At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider authorizing the City’s use of OpenCounter, an online platform that brings together the simplicity of form and function for zoning and permitting. The software assists those looking to undertake renovation, expansion … Continued
