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What are the goals of the community #8Can’tWait task force? How will the City implement these goals?

"... were brought to City Council in which they were unanimously accepted. ..."

The goals of the community #8Can'tWait task force were to review the San Rafael Police Department’s current use-of-force policy and discuss with the Task Force how key elements of the #8Can’tWait campaign can be implemented into SRPD’s operational protocols and use of force policy. The Chief of Police received feedback from the community Task Force and the San Rafael Police Association and incorporated many changes to...

June 5, 2018 Special Municipal Election

"... City ... Election Results: San Rafael voters approved Measure G. At the Council meeting of July ... 16, 2018, the City Council adopted ... be adopted?” On March 5, 2018 the City Council adopted ... . On March 19, 2018 the City Council accepted ..."

For comprehensive information regarding Elections, please visit the County of Marin Elections Office website. Resolution Calling Election Ordinance – Full Text of Measure Notice of Election City Attorney’s Impartial Analysis Argument in Favor of Measure G No argument against was submitted; therefore, no rebuttal. Staff report and resolution declaring canvass of returns Election Results: San Rafael voters...

June 8, 2010 Election

"... Measure C - City of San Rafael Special Library Services Parcel Tax “To provide ... ?” At the Council meeting on February 16, 2010 the City Council adopted ... elections occurring on that date, requesting election services from the County and directing the City ... , 2010, the City Council accepted ... . Election Results: On July 6, 2010, the City Council adopted a resolution ..."

Measure C - City of San Rafael Special Library Services Parcel Tax “To provide a consistent, locally -controlled funding source, augmenting current general fund allocations for the San Rafael Public Library, for expanded hours, improved facilities, equipment, materials, and services for children, teens, and adults, shall the City of San Rafael be authorized to levy an annual $49...

Assuming the City moves to district elections and set the districts in 2018, what districts will be open in the next election in 2020? For example, if the Mayor and two Councilmembers are up for reelection in 2020, will it be the districts the two incumbents are in that get to vote? What if there is another district with no Councilmembers currently living there? If the Mayor runs for re-election and he lives in a district that has no Councilmember, is that district Councilmember seat up for election as well?

"... No. The seats just rotate in. Each current member of the Council serves out the rest of the term ... still serves out his or her full current term. As part of the establishment of City electoral districts ... , the Council will determine the districts that will have an open seat at the 2020 election ... . The City Council will be determining the sequence of elections as part of the process of establishing the voting districts. ..."

No. The seats just rotate in. Each current member of the Council serves out the rest of the term to which he or she was elected, and then must run for re-election in the districts. It potentially gets a little more complicated if two councilmembers are paired in a single district, but everybody still serves...

When was this department created?

"... The department was created by the City Council in December 2018 and is a reorganization ..."

The department was created by the City Council in December 2018 and is a reorganization of the Information Technology Division and expands traditional tech and network support services to include broader functions of strategy, analytics, and product management. This includes new ways of engaging with the community; designing services with and for people, not bureaucracy;...

Labor Negotiations

"... , healthcare, and grievance methods. These negotiations result in a City Council approved Memorandum ... reportable actions from City Council closed sessions. Staff reports provided to the City ... Council meetings. They are heard as a regular City Council agenda item rather than on the Consent Calendar ... feedback to the City Council at any time, in any manner, including providing public comment at any City ... Council meeting. How Labor Negotiations Work in the City of San ..."

Collective Bargaining 101 We have approximately 400 full-time staff (regular employees). All regular employees are members in some form of a bargaining group, from the various public safety groups to non-safety positions such as engineers, street maintenance workers, and librarians. Negotiations between the City and these groups determine conditions of employment, such as wages, working...

How do I ensure that my comments are part of the “public record”?

"... to the City Clerk. Aside from that, all comments ... the City Clerk’s Office or the staff assigned to the project. Emailing your comments ... only to an individual member of the City Council may not ensure that the City Clerk or staff receives a copy. ..."

The best way to ensure your comments are part of the “public record” is to provide a copy of them to the City Clerk. Aside from that, all comments made at public meetings are recorded and included as part of the public record. Depending on the nature of the project, staff compiles comments received and...

How do I subscribe to public meeting agenda notifications?

"... to receive email notifications when agendas get posted online as well as other City updates ... . Another great way to get information about upcoming topics on the City Council agenda is to sign-up ... for the City Manager's Newsletter, Snapshot. ..."

You can sign-up to receive email notifications when agendas get posted online as well as other City updates. Another great way to get information about upcoming topics on the City Council agenda is to sign-up for the City Manager's Newsletter, Snapshot.

Funding Opportunities for Affordable Housing

"... The City ... by San Rafael City Council ... available (NOFA). The City is participating in the combined NOFA issued by the County of Marin ... , 2024, the San Rafael City Council approved the implementation of a rolling application process ... per year, unless the City Council authorizes additional funding, and is dependent on sufficient ..."

Affordable Housing Trust Fund The City of San Rafael is committed to creating and maintaining housing that is safe, stable, and affordable for our community, especially for those who are most vulnerable including lower and moderate-income people and families, and for seniors, people living with special needs or a disability, and individuals and families who...

Sustainability

"... and it has been a key initiative for our City Council for many years. We are committed to reducing carbon ..."

Sustainability in San Rafael Keep Informed Join us at our quarterly Community Climate Action Forums, which are held virtually on the 3rd Thursday of the month starting at 4pm each January, April, July and October. Details are posted on the Events Calendar a few weeks before. Video recordings can be found on our YouTube page. ...

Guide to Public Meetings

"... . Viewing Options: City Council and Planning Commission meetings are on Channel 27, our ... . City Manager Updates: Receive information on upcoming City Council topics by signing up ... by our City Council ... of the meeting. Make sure you send them in as soon as possible to make sure the City Council had ... and our website. City Council meetings are formal, but we occasionally lighten the mood with a joke ..."

We've heard that navigating the City's processes can be confusing, and we agree! To help, we've compiled some tips and tricks for effective public participation. Please note, this is a starting point and not a complete guide to all City procedures. Meeting Basics City Council: Meets on the first and third Mondays of each month...

Can you provide a summary of pros and cons from the Palmdale decision to go to trial? Can we apply those to our community?

"... 18, 2017 City Council meetings. The City of Palmdale incurred expenses of approximately $4.5 million ..."

CVRA cases are highly fact- and jurisdiction-specific, so applying the result in one jurisdiction to another is very difficult. San Rafael has far different demographics and electoral history, and there were a number of unique aspects to the Palmdale case. This is especially the case as there is no Court of Appeal decision (on the...

ADA Improvements and Roundabout at Manuel T Freitas Parkway/Route 101 Interchange (Caltrans)

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About Project goals Improve pedestrian safety at the intersection of Freitas Parkway, Civic Center Drive and Old Redwood Highway by: Reconstruction of curb ramps and sidewalk Remove stairs and bus stop access across loop ramps Relocate northbound bus stop to Redwood Highway Construct round-about at Redwood Highway/Civic Center Drive intersection Comply with the Americans with...

General Plan 2020 10-Year Report and Amendments

"... edits, which are being brought back to Planning Commission for review and recommendation to City Council ... at their regular meeting on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 and was presented to the City Council on July 20, 2015 ... the City Council meeting ... for recommendation to the City Council. An EIR Addendum was also prepared to serve as the environmental clearance ... approval of the EIR Addendum and recommended adoption of the General Plan amendments to the City Council ..."

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...

November 2, 2010 Election

"... Measure I - City of San Rafael Paramedic Service Special Tax “To protect lifesaving ... the City Council adopted ... and directing the City Attorney to prepare an impartial analysis of the measure for the voter materials ... -thirds vote of the electors at the November 2 election. On August 2, 2010, the City Council ... from the City Attorney. Election Results: On December 6, 2010, the City Council adopted ..."

Measure I - City of San Rafael Paramedic Service Special Tax “To protect lifesaving paramedic services by maintaining rapid response times, providing advanced heart attack treatment, and keeping trained paramedics on fire engine companies, shall San Rafael Municipal Code Chapter 3.28 be amended to permit phased increases, up to $23.00 annually above the current rate, on residential units, and...

Sidewalk Repair & Maintenance

"... . In conjunction with the adoption of Municipal Code Section 11.60, the City Council called ... , 2017 City Council ... , October 2, 2017, the City Council received a follow-up to the June 19th meeting from Public Works. City ... . Staff recommended City Council move forward in adopting an ordinance, but also share the financial ... given by Public Works. City Council passed ..."

Who is responsible for sidewalk repair and maintenance in San Rafael? Per City of San Rafael Municipal Code Section 11.60, property owners in San Rafael are responsible for maintenance and repair of public sidewalks adjacent to their property. The City ordinance was adopted in October 2017, in accordance with California Streets and Highways Code Section...

Los Gamos Apartments

"... 7, 2022, the City Council Approved the project ... . City Council ... Video of City Council Meeting ... City Council ... City Council ..."

Los Gamos Apartments Address: Los Gamos (vacant lot at end of Los Gamos) APNs: 165-220-06 & -07 Project No: GPA20-001/ ZC20-002/ED20-058 Applicant: Colin Russell Architects 990 A Street, Suite 202 San Rafael, CA 94901 Staff Contact: Leslie Mendez leslie.mendez@cityofsanrafael.org Project Description The City has received an application for general plan amendment, zoning map amendment...

Third Street Rehabilitation – Project History

"... /2/2020 City Council Informational Report ... City Council Meeting ... 5/3/2021 City Council Report and TAM funding ... Watch City Council Meeting ... Presentation 2/8/2022 City Council ..."

More information Draft Third Street Safety Intersection Layouts (October 2021) Draft Intersection Layout (April 2021) Feasibility Study at City Council (June 3, 2019) 3rd Street Rehabilitation Final Report 3rd St Rehab Appendices (A-G) 3rd St Rehab Appendix A - Plans and Sections 3rd St Rehab Appendix B - Existing Site Context, Uses, and Conditions 3rd...

November 5, 2013 Election

"... ] At the Council ... Ordinance Election Results: At the Council meeting on December 2, 2013, the City Council adopted ... question slightly, and the City Council adopted a resolution revising the ballot question as follows ... ?” On August 5, 2013, the City Council accepted ... At the Council meeting on December 2, 2013, the City Council adopted ..."

At the Council meeting of May 6, 2013, the City Council adopted a resolution proposing a General Municipal Election be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2013, and to include the San Rafael Elementary School District and the San Rafael High School District General Election. The issues presented to the voters at the election were: Election of...

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