The nomination period for the upcoming General Municipal Election slated for November 5, 2024, has officially closed, setting the stage for key positions within the City of San Rafael and the San Rafael City Schools. Below is a rundown of the candidates vying for these pivotal roles: City of San Rafael Mayor Kate Colin Mahmoud … Continued
Update on Trustee Area 5 Election Incumbent Marina Palma has decided not to seek re-election for the San Rafael City Schools Board of Education Trustee Area 5 seat. As a result, the City Clerk’s office has extended the nomination period for this seat. Candidates now have until Wednesday, August 14 to submit their nomination papers. … Continued
We’re excited to announce that the General Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. Offices Up for Election: Mayor (4-year term) District 1/Southern City Councilmember (4-year term) District 4/Northern City Councilmember (4-year term) City Attorney (part-time, 4-year term) City … Continued
Monday night’s San Rafael City Council meeting was a historic evening as Kate Colin, “Mayor Kate,” was sworn in as the City’s first female Mayor (since the City was chartered in 1874!). Mayor Kate was the 4th woman elected to the San Rafael City Council, Councilmember Maribeth Bushey was the 5th, and then Monday night Councilmembers Maika Llorens Gulati and Rachel Kertz joined them. Councilmembers Llorens Gulati (District 1/South) and Kertz (District 4/North) are the first to represent … Continued
To prevent the spread of COVID-19, all active registered voters were automatically sent a vote by mail ballot and the number of polling places was greatly reduced. Voting by mail protects you and the health of poll workers. However, if you must vote in person, go early to help reduce crowds and long lines. Masks … Continued
