On Thursday, January 19 at 5 p.m., the City Council will hold a study session to discuss a variety of issues and projects related to SMART in San Rafael. This meeting is open to the public and will take place in our City Council Chambers at City Hall. Join us to hear about work done … Continued
On Tuesday, January 17, 2017, at 5 p.m., the City Council will host a study session on Proposition 64, the control, regulate and tax adult use of marijuana act (AUMA). The City Council will review State licensing and permitting structure, State taxation and revenue allocation, and explore local options for future Council action.
In December, the City was proud to launch our new digital presence, located at www.cityofsanrafael.org. Key features of the new site include a robust search feature, easy access to frequently asked questions, payments, localized services, and issue reporting. At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Council will receive an informational update about the new website and other … Continued
The Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) is seeking support from each jurisdiction in Marin for their pursuit of State legislation that would provide a local sales tax cap exemption. The bill would provide an exemption of no more than an additional 0.5% and could allow TAM to ask voters to reauthorize and supplement the existing … Continued
Also at Tuesday’s meeting, the City Council will consider a 5% fee increase for the City’s child care program. The fee increase would cover augmented staffing and operational costs of our seven child care centers and Parkside Preschool. If approved, the new fees would be effective July 1, 2017.
Every year, the City allocates federal housing funds to projects that serve low-income residents such as housing renovation, community facilities, capital improvements, and human service programs. At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, the Council will consider a recommendation to the County to allocate $375,379 for countywide housing programs, curb ramp improvements and plumbing upgrades.
Students from the Marin School of Environmental Leadership’s iMatterYouth team will make a presentation at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. The students will deliver a report card on San Rafael’s climate action progress and provide data on San Rafael’s progress in regards to conservation efforts.
Also on Tuesday, the City Council will also hear a presentation from the San Rafael’s Downtown Farmers’ Market manager, Shayla Moran, about what to expect this upcoming season, including improvements to the market, new branding, and special activities.
At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, the City Council will consider a proposed agreement between the City and Temporary, Seasonal and Fixed Term Employees.
The San Rafael Police Department is holding their first Spanish Citizens Police Academy to serve the City’s Spanish-speaking population. The Citizens Police Academy (CPA) is an interactive, behind-the-scenes, ten-week program, offered free of charge. The classes will be held in the City Council Chambers every Wednesday night starting March 29, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to … Continued
