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2023 Sewer Pipe Burst - Update September 28

"... from W Crescent Dr including 78 to 40 Alexander Ave and the sewer pipes in sewer easement from 16 ..."

Project Update Replacing sewer main and lower sewer laterals on Alexander Ave starting from W Crescent Dr including 78 to 40 Alexander Ave and the sewer pipes in sewer easement from 16 Alexander to 7 Alexander Ave from September 21st to October 6th. Replacing sewer main and lower sewer laterals on Glen Park Ave near...

24 More People Housed!

"... Two years ago the City of San Rafael - in partnership with St. Vincent de Paul, Homeward Bound ..."

Two years ago the City of San Rafael - in partnership with St. Vincent de Paul, Homeward Bound, the County of Marin, Buckelew, the Marin Housing Authority, and the Ritter Center - launched the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT Team) to house long-term, chronically homeless individuals in our community.  Fast forward to earlier this year, and the...

District Elections Discussion

"... and includes questions and answers that have come up so far including questions from the public at the recent ..."

Last week, the City received a letter from a Malibu-based attorney challenging San Rafael’s at-large election structure based on an alleged history of “racially polarized voting.” Following a study session on November 20, the City Council will continue the conversation about district-based elections and the City’s options on how to proceed. The topic is planned to be...

Freitas Parkway Undergrounding District

"... are collected by utility companies, such as PG&E, which are collected from utility customers. So far ..."

  In the 1960s the California Public Utilities Commission established a statewide utility undergrounding program to eliminate the concentration of overhead electric and telecommunication lines and wooden utility poles along major arterial streets, public areas of scenic value, and the downtown or civic center core. Funds to support this program are collected by utility companies,...

Traffic Methodologies for General Plan 2040

"... Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines that will go into effect in mid ..."

The City is required to comply with Senate Bill (SB) 743, which is a major change to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines that will go into effect in mid-2020. SB 743 requires that all local jurisdictions in California phase-out the use of the level of service (LOS) methodology for assessing traffic impacts in...

Meet a Local Planner

"... Development Director. "I am so happy to see Paul in the spotlight; as you know, he ..."

Our Community Development Director, Paul Jensen, had a recent interview published in this months edition of Northern News, the publication of the Northern California Division of the American Planning Association. While our residents know him for his flawless presentations at City Council meetings or working with him on a specific project, staff knows him as the...

General Plan 2020 10-Year Report and Amendments

"... . Their recommendation for adoption included one change to the list of text amendments, specifically ..."

Our General Plan was adopted in 2004. Since then, the General Plan has been amended many times in response to changing circumstance and requirements that necessitated updates. These changes included the adoption of the Sustainability Element, update of Housing Elements for the 4th and 5th cycle RHNA, completion of Station Area Plans, loss of Redevelopment, as well as...

Falkirk History

"... and one of the drafters of the City Charter, Dollar donated much of the city’s adjacent open space ..."

Falkirk, a California Victorian, is an excellent example of a  Queen Anne home, capturing the spirit of early California with its complex, picturesque roof-line of gables and chimneys, variously shaped bays and decorative details. The mansion was originally built in 1888 in San Rafael by Ella Nichols Park, a wealthy and reclusive young widow. With...

Compliance with AB 1826

"... implementing one or both programs offered by Marin Sanitary Service. Read our ..."

Compliance and Exemption Checklist Download the Compliance and Exemption Checklist to verify your compliance with California's Commercial Composting Law, AB 1826. Click here for English. Click here for Spanish. Videos We've created some short videos to assist you with understanding AB 1826 and filling out the checklist below. Note: these links will take you to...

703 Third St. - Mixed-Use Project

"... with existing one- and two-story commercial buildings and associated surface parking. The project proposes ..."

Address: 703-723 Third St.; 898 Lincoln Ave. APN's: 011-278-01 and -02 Project No.:  UP18-008, ED18-018, LLA18-001 Applicant: Rick Williams; Van Meter Williams Pollack LLP 333 Bryant St., Suite 300 San Francisco, CA 94107 (415) 974-5352 Project Planner: Steve Stafford (415) 458-5048 steve.stafford@cityofsanrafael.org Project Description The City has received an application proposing to redevelop and consolidate two contiguous Downtown...

Grand Avenue Protected Two-Way Cycle Track

"... on the northeast corner of Second Street/Grand Avenue (just north of Second Street) will be converted to a one ..."

Grand Avenue Cycle Track Second Street to Fourth Street About Project goals Provide a two-way protected bikeway and new sidewalk to improve bicyclist and pedestrian experience Close a gap in the San Francisco Bay Trail Improve connectivity to/from San Rafael Downtown, Transit Center, and the Canal neighborhood Budget Planning/Design $130,000 Construction $1,000,000 Overview The City...

Dorothy Cullen Vesecky, Citizen of the Year 2004

"... the celebration of cultural diversity in many ways, including organization of the first Dia de la ..."

Dorothy Vesecky has been selected as the recipient of the Citizen of the Year award due to her community involvement and accomplishments in the areas of community building, recreation and social equity. Dorothy has been a resident of the Canal neighborhood since 1985, and has been Chairperson of the Pickleweed Advisory Board since 1999, fostering...

San Rafael City Council Selects New City Clerk

"... Phillips. “She’s been a pleasure to work with so far and we are thrilled to see what’s to come. San ..."

Following the retirement of former San Rafael City Clerk Esther Beirne in January, the City Council decided on February 13 to appoint Lindsay Lara to fill the remaining term. She is expected to be sworn in on March 5, 2018. “Lindsay’s track record is impressive and her passion for the community is evident,” said Mayor...

General Plan 2040 Steering Committee is Off and Running

"... described the process so far.  Planning Consultant Barry Miller outlined the expectations ..."

On December 4, 2017, the City Council appointed a 23-member Steering Committee to guide the 2040 General Plan Update.   The Committee represents a diverse range of organizations and interests, including City Commissions, neighborhoods, advocacy groups, and members at-large.  Most of the members have a designated alternate, bringing the total number appointees to 45.  The Committee...

9/7/18 - SMART Larkspur Extension Update

"... ] Construction of the Multi Use Path-Phase 1 is going well. The pile driving ..."

Progress on the SMART Larkspur extension construction continues to move rapidly with the Francisco Blvd. West realignment and Phase-1 of the Multi-Use Path (from Rice Street to Andersen Drive). The Contractor has placed the aggregate base and is now installing curb & gutter on the north end. Construction of the Multi Use Path-Phase 1 is...

12/17/18 - SRP Update: Construction has Started!

"... is green! Ordinarily these old pieces of sidewalk would go to Marin Sanitary to be disposed of, but Van ..."

Construction has started at the 6 initial Sun Valley properties identified in the 12/4/18 – Sidewalk Repair Program (SRP) Update. Today Van Midde & Son Concrete crews demoed out over 700 square feet of sidewalk, and will getting ready to set forms for the new concrete as soon as tomorrow or Wednesday. The new sidewalk...

Portable Generators

"... get a little complicated, so if you have any questions or concerns about the use of portable ..."

With PG&E’s plans to shut down power at vulnerable times during high fire season, residents and business owners alike are gearing-up to prepare for power loss over extended periods--and some folks are considering using portable generators. Here is some general information that is good to know: Portable generators that use fossil-fuels (i.e., gasoline, diesel) are...

Resilient Neighborhoods Sustainable Living Workshop Series

"... reduced more than 6-million pounds of CO2 pollution through Resilient Neighborhoods. You could ..."

Are you ready to lower your carbon footprint and get prepared for emergencies? Join a free Resilient Neighborhoods workshop series to achieve measurable results in five meetings and meet great people who also care about a healthy planet. Have fun calculating your personal carbon footprint, and taking effective, measurable and money-saving actions to reduce it....

Proposed Changes to Police Use of Force Policy

"... and enhancing the language regarding use of de-escalation techniques. You can see all the proposed policy ..."

On Monday, August 17th, the City Council will review recommended changes to the City of San Rafael Police Department’s Use of Force Policy. In June 2020, Mayor Phillips signed President Barack Obama’s “Mayor’s Pledge” to review San Rafael’s use of force policing policies. Additionally, the Mayor assembled a community task force to assist City leaders...

New Countywide Food Service Ordinance – We Want Your Input!

"... containers. The City and County want to make sure we  draft the Ordinance well so it meets business ..."

The County is drafting a Reusable Foodware Ordinance to create consistent business waste reduction and composting requirements across Marin. The  Ordinance will help the County and San Rafael comply with state law SB 1383, which will make composting a requirement for businesses across the state, while also meeting the overwhelming demand of customers who want...

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