On Thursday October 1, Lorenzo Jones, who previously helped the City with the #8cantwait task force meetings, facilitated a community conversation with 12 members of the community. City employees Cristine Alilovich, Talia Smith, and Iman Kayani also participated in the meeting. The purpose of the discussion was to hear feedback from those who have expressed...
Date and time: Date and time: 2020-10-05 06:00 pmLocation: City Council Study Session - October 5, 2020Department: City ClerkAgendaAGENDA SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL – MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2020 SPECIAL STUDY SESSION MEETING AT 6:00 P.M. Link: https://tinyurl.com/study-session-2020-10-05 Telephone: (669) 900-9128, ID: 947-6310-7188# 1. Discussion Regarding Opportunity Zones and Eviction Assistance (CD) PPT PresentationDate and time: 2020-10-05...
On October 1st, 2020, City of San Rafael officials, including the Police Chief, Fire Chief, City Attorney's Office, and City Manager's Office, met with community members to discuss recent encampment activity in residential parts of the city.
If the sales tax measure were to pass on the November 3, 2020 Election Ballot, then the Citizen’s Oversight Committee will be established. Similar to the Measure E Oversight Committee for Essential Facilities, this will be a committee that meets conducts an annual review on the proceeds from this sales tax measure to make sure they are being spent appropriately.
Yes, the sales tax will apply to product deliveries. The proposed tax is a Transaction and Use tax. Meaning, it is applied on all goods delivered to San Rafael. For example, Golden Gate Transit were to purchase buses from Mississippi to use in San Rafael, San Rafael would charge an additional $0.25 per $100 tax on the buses.
In April 2020, the City launched the San Rafael Small Business COVID-19 Disaster Relief Fund to help small businesses struggling to maintain cash flow during these unprecedented times. Please visit the fund’s website for more information. In addition, in conjunction with the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce and the City, the San Rafael Business Improvement District (BID) spearheaded a weekly initiative to support...
Yes, the City welcomes any opportunity to work with neighboring jurisdictions. Please refer to page 56 of the June 15th Staff Report on the City’s Fiscal Year 2020-21 Budget for a full list of San Rafael’s shared services and partnerships with other government agencies.
Earlier this week, the State released guidelines which allow playgrounds to reopen. Public parks and playgrounds provide a critical shared outdoor resource for families. The guidance requires cities and towns to meet specific guidelines, like signage and capacity limits. We’re working to ensure our playgrounds are ready for safe play—playgrounds in City parks can be expected to reopen early next week. The guidance does not allow for indoor playgrounds or...
Date and time: Date and time: 2020-10-07 06:00 pmLocation: Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee – October 7, 2020Department: City ClerkDate and time: 2020-10-07 06:00 pmLocation: Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee – October 7, 2020Department: City ClerkAgendaSelect 'download' below to view the AgendaAgenda packetSelect 'download' below to view the Agenda PacketDate and time: 2020-10-07 06:00 pmLocation:...
The Sidewalk Repair Program passed another significant milestone this month, having completed over 33,000 square feet of new sidewalk in San Rafael. 33,868 Sqft of sidewalk have been replaced at 196 properties and represent nearly 1.5 miles of new sidewalk. Work continues in the Peacock Gap neighborhood where 75 of 120 properties have already been...
Author: Lt. Dan Fink #447 Date: September 29, 2020 11:06 AM Case Number: SR20-06584 For the last few weeks, we have received a number of calls for service at the location of a mural honoring the memory of Breonna Taylor. There has been high tension in the area because there are some individuals who are washing the...
Date and time: Date and time: 2020-10-08 08:30 amLocation: Economic Development Subcommittee - October 8, 2020Department: Public MeetingsDate and time: 2020-10-08 08:30 amLocation: Economic Development Subcommittee - October 8, 2020Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' below to view the AgendaDate and time: 2020-10-08 08:30 amLocation: Economic Development Subcommittee - October 8, 2020Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' below to...
Reduced capacity, along with fires and heat, impacting energy supplies The California Independent System Operator (ISO) has issued a statewide Flex Alert, a call for voluntary electricity conservation, from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. today. With high temperatures in the forecast, the power grid operator is predicting an increase in electricity demand, primarily from air...
Date and time: Date and time: 2020-10-05 06:00 pmLocation: City Council – October 5, 2020Department: City CouncilDate and time: 2020-10-05 06:00 pmLocation: City Council – October 5, 2020 (Regular and Study Session)Department: City CouncilDate and time: 2020-10-05 06:00 pmLocation: City Council – October 5, 2020 (Regular and Study Session)Department: City CouncilDate and time: 2020-10-05 06:00...
The City of San Rafael is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to develop a Conceptual Design Option for a combined library and community center of approximately 43,700 square feet in San Rafael, California. The Project will build upon the results of the San Rafael Public Library Facilities Planning Study completed in August 2019. Additional information regarding...
