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Category: City News

Snapshot –Special Presentations, Smoking Ordinance, Events and More!!!!

  Snapshot en español Spotlight Photo We <3 Sun Valley Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question ongrats to Tom Obletz! You can find the firefighter gnome behind the Public Safety Center Fire Station in downtown San Rafael! Thanks for reading Snapshot. Scroll down to see this edition’s quiz and be the … Continued

Comprehensive Homelessness Update to City Council

August 19, 2024 – Comprehensive Homelessness Update to City Council The City Council received a comprehensive update on homelessness during its meeting on Monday night, August 19, 2024. The report included amendments to the City’s ordinance regulating camping on public property, and the City Council passed a resolution appropriating and authorizing grant funding to establish … Continued

Northgate Mall Project Open House for the Community on August 26th

Merlone Geier, owner and developer of Northgate Mall, is welcoming the community to review the redevelopment plan. This is a great opportunity to meet the development team and ask questions about the project. Representatives from the City will also be in attendance. Details can be found below. Date: Monday, August 26, 2024 Time: 6-8pm Location: … Continued

Snapshot –Homelessness Update, Budget Amendments, Events and More!!!

  Snapshot en español Spotlight Photo #CityHallSelfie Organized by Engaging Local Government Leaders (ELGL), City Hall Selfie Day is a celebration of public service showcasing pride in local government institutions. Photo Credit: Lidia Que, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question ongrats to Tom Obletz! You can find the firefighter gnome behind the Public Safety Center … Continued

Now Hiring: Civic Engagement Manager

Civic Engagement Manager Digital Service and Open Government   City of San Rafael, California Annual Salary: $130,116 – $158,160 DOE/DOQ The City of San Rafael is seeking a dynamic and experienced Civic Engagement Manager (formal title is Civic Design Manager) to spearhead comprehensive engagement programs while coordinating the Communication Team’s activities. This role will work within … Continued

Nomination Period Closes for November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election

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

Deadline Extended to Run for Board of Education Trustee Area 5!

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

City of San Rafael Responds to Fire near the shuttered Regency Cinema

In response to the recent fire near the shuttered Regency Cinema on June 27, 2024, the City of San Rafael has taken immediate and comprehensive measures to ensure the safety of nearby residents and address community concerns.  The City’s Wildfire Mitigation team immediately contacted the Regency Cinema’s property owners to develop a robust action plan … Continued

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