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Is the City considering forming a citizens committee to look at the issue?

Given the very strict timelines that the Legislature has imposed for this process under the CVRA, and the substantial number of hearings that must be had in a short time, a citizen commission is impractical at this point. Nothing would prevent the Council from appointing such a committee in 2021, when lines are redrawn following...

What made the City decide to take proactive action on district elections rather than just wait for pressure from the various groups? What does the City hope to accomplish?

The City began to do research, hired outside counsel, and started to schedule public hearings on the issue of district-based elections when it learned of the impending receipt of Mr. Shenkman’s letter. The City hopes to provide an opportunity for all interested persons to provide input to the City Council on the issue of district-based...

Did the City receive a letter from attorney Kevin Shenkman?

Yes, Kevin Shenkman’s letter dated November 10, 2017, addressed to the City Clerk was received by her on November 20, 2017.

Notice of Exemption - City of San Rafael LHMP

New Counter Hours for Planning and Building!

Starting Monday, December 4th, 2017, City Hall 3rd floor functions of Planning/Zoning, Building and Cashier/Business Licenses will have new counter hours. The Planning Division will add one additional afternoon (Tuesdays) for counter hours during the week. Building Division & the Business Licenses/Cashier counter hours: Monday- Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30 pm; and Friday: 8:30 am -1:30...

Home-Based Childcare

Upper Portion of Irwin Street closed to thru Traffic beginning Monday, November 27

You may have noticed our recent road closure signs posted on the 100 block of Irwin Street. During the 2016-17 winter season, heavy storms and rainfall contributed to a slide on part of the hillside adjacent to the upper portion of Irwin Street. We are working with FEMA to make necessary repairs on this steep...

Merrydale North Promenade - Request for Proposals

The City of San Rafael (City) hereby requests proposals from qualified consultants for the design of pedestrian and bicycle access from Las Gallinas Avenue to Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit’s (SMART) Civic Center station, and to provide project management, environmental clearance, permitting assistance, and construction support services. The final product sought is construction contract documents including plans, specifications and...

Merrydale North Promenade RFP

Approved Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

Thanksgiving Safety

Holiday Free 3-Hour Parking in City-Owned Parking Lots & Garages in Downtown

Park stress-free while you shop and dine downtown this holiday season. Starting the Saturday after Thanksgiving through December 31, enjoy 3-hours free parking in all City-owned parking lots & garages in Downtown. On-street parking meters still require payment from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday thru Saturday. Parking in Downtown is free every Sunday. Happy...

Wastewise Spotlight: Dominican University

To start the school year with sustainability in mind, Dominican University introduced composting in Caleruega Dining Hall. Now instead of four landfill bins, there are four compost bins and just one small landfill container adjacent to the bins! Over 100 students pledged to start composting prior to its launch, and the staff and students who...

We’re Hiring Childcare Workers - Please Spread the Word

If you, or someone you know, love helping to build young minds, want to be a positive influence in children's lives, and enjoy being part of a great team, then check out the following jobs and join our team with the City of San Rafael’s Child Care program. LEARN MORE & APPLY

Are you ready for winter storm season?

Friendly reminder that drainage channels on private property are the property owner’s responsibility to keep clear. Get ready for winter weather before it happens by disposing of leaves in your green cart and don’t place anything in the street or in the way of a drainage system. Follow Public Works on Twitter for storm-related info...

2018 Bail Schedule

On Monday evening, the City Council will consider the 2018 bail schedule for the Marin County court system. Under state law, the City receives about 20% of the total bail in any case, with the remainder going to the County and State. READ STAFF REPORT

Joint Crisis Response Partnership

Also on Monday evening, the City Council will consider an agreement with the City of Novato to create a Joint Crisis Response Unit with the San Rafael and Novato police departments. Although events requiring the use of a Crisis Response Unit are infrequent, it is imperative that a team be well prepared and has sufficient...

Parking Time Limits

Also at their Monday meeting, the City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a proposed ordinance to limit parking time to reduce long term vehicle storage on certain public streets. These amendments will result in changes that allow for enforcement of parking limits by defining the hourly limit, the distance a vehicle must...

Downtown Transit Center

As you likely know, the SMART rail line bisects the existing Bettini Transit Center in Downtown San Rafael owned by the Golden Gate Bridge, Highway, and Transportation District. As SMART is currently underway with their construction of their extension to Larkspur, modifications will be made to the existing transit center so that bus service can...

District Elections Study Session

The City Council will hold a Study Session on Monday evening from 6 to 7 p.m. at City Hall to hear a presentation about the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA), which requires cities under certain conditions to transition from at-large elections to district-based elections. San Rafael has learned that it will be receiving a letter that...

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