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2016: A Year in Review

On March 7th, I will have officially been the City’s Director of Homeless Planning & Outreach for one year (it's been a great honor, thank you!). Later this spring our community will be receiving the results from our 2017 Homeless Point-in-Time Count, which is one of the best benchmarks we have for assessing whether or...

Fire Foundation

The San Rafael Fire Foundation is a community nonprofit organization formed in 2014 by a group of community and business leaders committed to keeping San Rafael safe by strengthening the preparedness and responsiveness of the San Rafael Fire Department. They support San Rafael firefighters and paramedics who protect our lives, property and the environment by...

Thanks for using our new website!

In December, we launched this new website with features like issue reporting, online forms and payments. Over the past month alone, we’ve had 12,500 users and 66% have been new visitors. You’re favorite browser seems to be Chrome and 32% of you used your phone or tablet to access our mobile-responsive site. Next time you visit,...

Update on Ritter Center

A year ago, the City of San Rafael and the Ritter Center discussed possible operational changes to their site to reduce impacts to the surrounding area. These discussions resulted in a formal agreement to relocate their shower, mail, and homeless food pantry services if comparable services were first established elsewhere. At their meeting on Monday,...

SMART agreement & Study Session

On Monday evening, the City Council will consider an agreement with SMART for the maintenance of the Quiet Zone-related improvements constructed at the crossings within the initial-operating segment. Also, on Wednesday, March 8 at 7 p.m. the San Rafael City Council will hold a study session workshop on projects relating to SMART in San Rafael. This meeting...

Even-Year Elections

State law (SB 415) requires cities to change local elections to even-year statewide elections – this change is expected to lower costs by consolidating elections and increase voter turnout. As our local elections in San Rafael have been in odd years, this change could impact the term lengths of current elected officials. On Monday evening,...

Call for Library Board Applications

The City Council is seeking applicants to fill two four-year terms on the San Rafael Board of Library Trustees. Members of the board evaluate and develop current and long-range needs of the library, policies and regulations regarding the library’s budget, programs, outreach and facilities. Starting Tuesday, applications will be available at the City Clerk's office...

Labor Negotiations

At their last meeting, the City Council discussed a proposed MOU pertaining to compensation and working conditions for the SEIU Childcare unit. At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider approving this MOU.

Professional Services Agreement Template

We need your feedback on walking and biking in San Rafael

We are updating our Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan and need your help identifying safer, more convenient bicycle and walking routes to jobs, schools, retail, recreation areas, and other destinations. Leave a comment on the map and/or take a 5-min survey. Together, your responses to the map and survey will help us update our policies...

Report an Issue from your Phone

Did you know that from your phone, you can report a pothole to public works? Snap a photo and send it to us through our online service center, where you can report issues, ask questions or voice concerns. The Service Center is also available on the City’s Facebook page and will soon be available in...

Two Resolutions of Appreciation

Also on Tuesday, the City Council will express their appreciation to the City’s Employee of the 4th Quarter, Fire Captain Nick Giusti. Nick was selected for his ongoing exemplary service to the community, and the contributions he brings to the fire department. The City Council will also recognize the Chamber of Commerce’s nominees for the...

Personnel Matters

At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Council will discuss a proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the SEIU Child Care Unit. This unit represents 48 employees of the City’s Childcare Centers. The City Council will also consider reclassifying a part-time Human Resources Representative I to a full-time Senior Administrative Assistant.

TONIGHT: Local Hazard Mitigation Planning

Help us plan for a safer San Rafael! Please join us on Wednesday, February 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m., for a hazard mitigation planning meeting in the Community Development conference room on the third floor of City Hall. Meeting participants will receive an overview of our Local Hazard Mitigation Planning project and provide feedback on...

Call for Applications

The City Council is seeking applications for two vacancies on the Fire Commission. The Fire Commission handles the review of long-range capital needs, the annual operating budget, building codes, and other issues relating to the general operations and functions of the Fire Department. Applications are available online or at the City Clerk’s office. The deadline...

Agenda Packet - February 24, 2017

Out-of-Town Business License Tax Schedule

Report an Issue

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Tamra Peters & Bill Carney, Citizens of the Year 2017

Tamra Peters & Bill Carney's commitment and passion for San Rafael's future is unwavering. Tamra & Bill have devoted countless hours to help educate and advocate for a more sustainable San Rafael community and planet. They have volunteered an estimated 60 hours per week to the San Rafael community, benefiting our parks, open space and numerous City committees and...

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