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My Covenants, conditions and restrictions (CC&Rs) don’t allow an accessory dwelling unit, does that override the new California laws?

"... of an ADU or JADU on a lot zoned for single-family residential use are void and unenforceable. ..."

CC&Rs that either effectively prohibit or unreasonably restrict the construction or use of an ADU or JADU on a lot zoned for single-family residential use are void and unenforceable.

Building Division

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Information on permit process Do you have questions? Need help applying for permits? General information can be found on the link above. Whether your doing a large commercial project or a small residential remodel, this 15 minute appointment will let you talk to staff members from Building, Planning , Public Works and Fire Departments. This...

When does the City Council meet?

The City Council meets the first and third Mondays every month at 6 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers. In addition to their regular meetings, they occasionally hold special study sessions on certain topics. If Monday is a holiday, the meeting is held on the following Tuesday. Check out our City Council page to...

Why I'm Optimistic

"... must come together and do the difficult work of building consensus as we move towards the future we ... to friends, family members, co-workers, and neighbors, so we can have more people sign up and join this movement. I hope to see you soon! ... will not be solved by one person working at the City, by one organization, or by one approach or policy. We all ... in downtown Palo Alto.[/caption] What Does ... to Scale What’s Working, Stop What’s Not, and Bring in What We Don’t Have ..."

by Andrew Hening, Director of Homeless Planning & Outreach It is perhaps fitting that my first official message to you as the Director of Homeless Planning & Outreach comes on the heels of a 200-person strong City Council meeting this past Monday that witnessed the full gamut of public opinion and general mounting frustration about...

Volunteer Spotlight: Rosa Amalia Garcia

"... on the second Saturday of each month. What do you enjoy most about your volunteer work? I enjoy ... . What other volunteer activities do you do? In addition to working as a parent volunteer at my ... about the American culture, one's rights and responsibilities, and the need for health care ... audience. Describe in one to three words your experience as a volunteer with San Rafael? Love ... month from 10:30 am to 12:30. This is a busy time for CY&FC. With the Día De Los Muertos ..."

Describe your volunteer activity with San Rafael? In 2004, I joined the Canal Youth & Families Council (CY&FC). I am the treasurer for this group of parents who meet monthly to plan activities and raise money for Canal Arts and other youth activities and holiday events at the Albert J. Boro Community Center. Canal Arts...

Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPM) and Adaptive Traffic Control System (ATCS) Deployment and Project Management RFP

Matched in attachment: "... . Do not submit resumes for individuals who do not have a high probability of actually leading ... items and completeness of the Proposal (5 points) 2. Understanding of the work to be done (10 ... is estimated at three (3) years. Attendance at one (1) project kick-off meeting with City staff ... advertisement period of this RFP. Clarification offered by the City to one Consultant shall be distributed ... electrical contractor DC Electric to build the new cabinet concrete pads. The controllers ..."

San Rafael Update: What's Next + Upcoming Changes for June 15th

"... of eligible Marin residents have received two doses (or one shot of Johnson & Johnson ... With one week to go until the State’s June ... What to do ... , but it happens! If you do lose your ... percent of the total population have been fully immunized (two weeks after second dose ..."

With one week to go until the State’s June 15th reopening, countywide COVID-related statistics continue to trend towards the manageable containment of cases and the success of our vaccination efforts. As of today, 78.7 percent of eligible Marin residents have received two doses (or one shot of Johnson & Johnson), and 65 percent of the total population have been fully immunized (two weeks after second dose). Check out...

Emergency Update: Playgrounds, Blueprint Metrics, Red Flag Warnings, Voting, & More

"... There are already many active wildfires. Do your part to ensure new fires don't start ... of age or older with caregiver supervision at all times to ensure face mask use. Do ... are present . Do not visit a playground if you or your child are ill ... ⁠⠀⁠ 🏕️Do not light campfires ⁠⠀⁠ 🍁Do not burn vegetation/debris ... with windows and doors closed as much as possible. Do not run fans that bring smoky outdoor air ..."

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...

Is the initial Umbrella Permit costs in any way affected if there is discovery of contaminated sediment in a portion of the channel? If yes, would the cost of the umbrella permit be allocated in such a way that the owners of parcels near the contaminated sediment would be paying a higher rate than the owners of the parcels not near the contaminated sediment?

"... that would hopefully show the contamination does not extend to the dock dredge area. In this scenario ... , the strategy would be to test for just the contaminant identified by the USACE testing so ..."

Permit acquisition would not be affected by any detected contamination, but the sediment quality approval required by the permits would be. Yes, any homeowners near areas in the main channel that the USACE testing shows to be contaminated would be responsible for additional testing near the dock that would hopefully show the contamination does not...

9/21/18 - Upcoming Wet Paint! Sunday, September 23

"... -based paint to do the job. It’s environmentally responsible, paint remains flexible and withstands ... in action during this operation! So, if you’rearound town and see the guys don’t be afraid to say “hi!” ... the striping schedule: • 8 to 11 a.m. — Miracle Mile at Ross Valley Dr. to West Street • 11 a.m. to 2 ..."

Weekend Striping! On Sunday, September 23, the Department of Public Works will be center striping, or re-painting the center road markings, through Downtown San Rafael. Staff will be using a water-based paint to do the job. It’s environmentally responsible, paint remains flexible and withstands movement, it’s fast drying (10-15 minutes!), and it comes in many...

Downtown Streets Team - Getting People Back to Work

"... to do. Downtown Streets Team has given me an opportunity to get real with myself ... a haircut in a month so didn’t feel comfortable going to the interviews. When I first started ... first job. Downtown Streets Team took me out of my comfort zone and it made me realize that I am ... to a shower has been difficult. I have gone to stores to ask for jobs and the next day when they ask ... that, then homelessness would definitely make it harder for me to find work. The reason I don’t currently work ..."

If there are now 12 million fewer people working in the United States, Downtown Streets Team is a local solution that is reversing that trend. DST provides a "work experience" program for people experiencing homelessness. Whether someone has challenges with addiction, mental health, involvement with the criminal justice, or simply long-term unemployment, Team Members volunteer...

Agenda Packet - June 22, 2017

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How to Address Panhandling

"... there is an economic incentive to do so. During outreach, a man panhandling told me he had received a $100 ... . Our community is not alone in wondering what to do about this frustrating practice ... of these situations where the states and cities have been doing something wrong all along. It’s ... ." At the same time, many cities are concerned about safety issues. “This is not one ... are working with the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Marin to expand their "Return to Residence" program ..."

Our community is making significant progress towards ending chronic homelessness. In the last four months alone, we have housed 24 more people, bringing our total to 71. Beyond our work with the HOT Team and Coordinated Entry, the City recently renewed its contract with Downtown Streets Team, which has now helped 100+ people experiencing homelessness...

Agenda Report Part 1 Exhibits 1-3a

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What benefits does the city offer?

We offer benefits including (but not limited to) health, dental, vision, life insurance, wellness, and employee assistance, flexible spending, and deferred compensation programs. We participate in the Marin County Employees’ Retirement Association (MCERA) for retirement benefits and contract with California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) to provide health insurance.

What is the difference between a PDA, a TPA (Transit Priority Area) and a TPP (Transit Priority Project) and are they related or linked in any way?

"... law, Plan Bay Area and PDAs do not regulate or dictate local zoning and cannot supersede local land ... , they do not authorize how environmental review is performed and determined on a project within its ..."

There is a significant difference between a PDA and both a Transit Priority Area and a Transit Priority Project;. While there may be overlap in the areas defined as a PDA, TPP, or TPA, they are not directly related or linked. A PDA is a planning and financing tool that is part of the Plan...

North San Rafael Vision Promenade Conceptual Plan

Matched in attachment: "... with one route going along Las Gallinas Avenue (see “Las Gallinas Avenue: Pedestrian Improvements” above ... into one plan—bikeway, Mall plans, transit stops (overlays)--so environmental impacts can be evaluated ... the entry way at the grass circle at Northgate One. • Keep plans simple so as not to put off property ... standards for Class I bikeways, and do not minimize interferences with motorists. In residential ... on or near Las Gallinas. If development pressures do not require four lanes of traffic, then a Class ..."

Mandatory Recycling and Organics Law

"... do ... materials, and Please DO NOT put any of the following items in your green cart ... and food scraps such as fruit, vegetables, meat, bones, shells ... food. The State law aims to reduce organics going to landfill by 75% by January 1, 2025 ... does ..."

In 2016, Governor Brown signed Senate Bill 1383 into law to keep food and other compostable materials ("organics") out of landfills to reduce emissions that contribute to climate change. Starting January 2022, all California residents and businesses are required to compost all organic waste. In addition, this law will require food-producing businesses to donate excess edible food...

CA MUTCD 2014 - Chapter 6H Typical Applications

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Who is eligible for this program?

"... with sidewalk damage due to private construction (cut, removal, etc.) do not qualify for a City cost-share in sidewalk repairs under the program. ... by renters). Each property (APN) is able to submit one application. If one property owner owns multiple ..."

You must be a property owner within incorporated San Rafael (applications may not be submitted by renters). Each property (APN) is able to submit one application. If one property owner owns multiple properties within San Rafael, each property may apply for the program separately. Property owners with sidewalk damage due to private construction (cut, removal,...

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