In September 2015, the City Council approved agreements with Mary McGrath Architects and Kitchell CEM, for architectural and construction management services for Phase 1 projects of the Essential Facilities Strategic Plan. Phase 1 includes three projects: a new Public Safety Center across the street from City Hall, a new Fire Station 52 and Training Tower, … Continued
Looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Join Resilient Neighborhoods to learn about climate change and take actions to reduce your carbon footprint. During this 5-session course you will calculate your carbon footprint and take steps to reduce it, like trimming energy and waste, conserving water and making smarter transportation choices. You will learn … Continued
On May 2, 2017 San Rafael Police personnel came upon a dog that was in distress in a parked vehicle on Fourth Street. The temperature was 88 degrees and the temperature inside the all black vehicle was 156 degrees. Dexter was rescued by Mental Health Outreach Provider Lynn Murphy with an assist from Officer Buffy … Continued
We’re getting closer to SMART’s estimated first day of passenger service, so be safe around the tracks! Also, around the time SMART begins passenger service, San Rafael will have a Quiet Zone is place. This means, the train will only sound the horn as it leaves a station or in the event of an emergency. … Continued
If you are curious about what is happening with homelessness in San Rafael, now is a great time to get an update of what is happening now and next. At their regular meeting Monday night at 7 p.m., the City Council will review the proposed goals and work plan for the City’s Homeless Initiative in … Continued
Also on Monday evening the City Council will review a preliminary report on the 2017-18 budget. This budget provides for positive operating results while maintaining current service levels and addressing City Council priorities including homelessness, economic development and quality of life issues. The final, proposed budget along with a proposed capital improvement program is expected … Continued
The City Council will hold a study session on May 1 at 6 p.m. in the third floor conference room in City Hall to discuss their top goals for the upcoming fiscal year. A proposed list of goals, strategies and implementation tasks will be presented that evening for discussion.
The City Council will also discuss an ordinance setting the Paramedic Services Special Tax. This tax ensures much needed paramedic services in our community and the rate has been held constant since 2011 in San Rafael. After reviewing billing recovery and expenditure trends the Fire Department recommends a $3 annual increase in order to maintain … Continued
The City Council is seeking applications for five vacancies on the Advisory Committee on Economic Development and Affordable Housing. This committee provides community input on activities related to economic development and affordable housing; such as when developers pursue new and rehabilitation of commercial facilities, affordable housing opportunities, the City’s Economic Vitality Workplan and various General … Continued
San Rafael is developing a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan to prepare for natural disasters like flood, drought, fire, earthquakes, and severe weather. This plan forms the foundation for our long-term strategy to reduce losses by breaking the repeated cycle of disaster damage and reconstruction. Additionally, only communities with a FEMA-approved Hazard Mitigation Plan are eligible … Continued
