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Age-Friendly Information & Resources

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Useful Links Age-Friendly San Rafael Strategic Plan Presentation One to the City Council Presentation Two to the City Council Survey Results AARP Age-Friendly Index FrameWorks Institute – Reframing Aging Toolkit Ageism News Articles Midcareer Women Face Postpandemic Ageism Anne Litwin, PhD Anne Litwin, PhD Author, New Rules for Women: Revolutionizing the Way Women Work Together...

Snapshot --Annual Financial Report, Important Updates, Events, and More!!!

"... News At the next City Council Meeting, Monday, November 20th, 2023 The following ... will be presented at the upcoming City Council meeting on Monday, November 20th, at 7:00 p.m ... Report will be presented for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, to the City Council. This report ... CITY COUNCIL MEETING ON OCTOBER 20th, 2023 ... At the October 20th City Council meeting, the City Council: Held ..."

Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Local Artist, Sofia Estebecorena Prieto working on a new mural at the downtown Fourth Street Pink Owl Coffee Shop Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Mary O’Mara! They were the first to answer our Snapshot quiz. The picture in our last Snapshot quiz...

Canal Neighborhood Pedestrian Safety Improvements

"... Over the past two years, the City received multiple grants from ... Avenue and Alice Street to support safe access to San Rafael High School. In May 2021, City ... Council awarded a construction contract to Team Ghilotti, Inc ... . The City has also retained construction management firm, Park ... City Council action to award construction ..."

About Project goals Install ADA accessible curb ramps at the intersections of Kerner Boulevard & Sonoma Street and Vivian Street & Belvedere Street Refresh crosswalks and striping at various intersections throughout the Canal neighborhood Install eight new rapid rectangular flashing beacon (RRFB) systems at high-use pedestrian intersections Improve pedestrian safety in the Canal neighborhood and...

999 3rd St Biomarin/Vivalon

"... Review Board and the Planning Commission and ultimate approval by the City Council for in order ... their recommendation to the City Council. In conclusion, the Commission adopted seven Resolutions ... recommending approval of the project to the City Council. The City Council reviewed the Final EIR ... ) City Council April 6 ... , 2020 (2nd Reading of Ordinances) City Council ..."

BioMarin/Whistlestop/EDEN Housing 999 Third Street APN: 011-265-01 Address: 999 Third Street Project Numbers: ZC18-002, ZO18-003, S18-001, ED18-087, UP18-034, GPA18-001, DA18-001, SP18-006 CDR17-008-- completed 03/14/2018 Applicant: BioMarin, Shar Zamanpour Project Planner: Sean Kennings (415) 533-2111 sean@lakassociates.com Project Description BioMarin, in conjunction with Vivalon (formerly Whistlestop)/EDEN Housing, submitted a planning application for a proposed development on 999 3rd...

Sustainability Program Priorities 2019-2020

"... Expand EV Charging Network Install more EV chargers at City facilities ... EFFICIENCY Increase Building Energy Efficiency Support County appliance ... : City Council Sustainability Priorities for 2019-2020 ..."

Summary of the 2019-2020 Two-Year Program Priorities GENERAL Develop CCAP Engagement Platform Design and develop web platform, including carbon calculator Develop engagement plan TRANSPORTATION Expand EV Charging Network Install more EV chargers at City facilities Promote EV charger incentives & technical assistance to community Implement EV Policies and Programs Develop streamlined permitting procedures Promote EV...

2023 RFP - Development of New Affordable Housing

"... :00 pm Pacific Time The City of San Rafael (City) is soliciting ... proposals for the development of affordable housing on a city-owned property located at 519 4th Street ... Deadline for emailed questions for City response January 8, 2024; City ... ) February 6 – 13, 2024 Selection by the City Council ... for selection to the San Rafael City Council. Questions All questions should ..."

Request for Proposals For Development of New Affordable Housing 519 4th Street RFP ISSUED: 12/8/2023 RESPONSES DUE: 1/24/2024 at 5:00 pm Pacific Time The City of San Rafael (City) is soliciting proposals for the development of affordable housing on a city-owned property located at 519 4th Street. This site is in a prime location, within...

Snapshot --New Camping Ordinance, Anti-Displacement Ordinance, Events and More!!!

"... News The City Council will meet on Monday April 15, 2024. City Council ... The upcoming special City Council meeting planned for April 15, is open to the public and will be dedicated ... Access Advisory Committee. City Council Closed Session The City Council ... will hold a closed session immediately following the special meeting. Regular City Council ... Modification The San Rafael City Council will consider a request from Canal Alliance ..."

Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Mike Polk! They were the first to answer our Snapshot quiz. Albert Park opened in 1951! Thanks for reading Snapshot. Scroll down to see this edition’s quiz and be the first to answer. San Rafael City News...

Board, Commission & Committee Meetings

"... ] The City ... with City ... and the City ... Council. Interested in serving ..."

The City of San Rafael thrives thanks to our dedicated boards, commissions, and committees, along with our incredible community volunteers! Each group has its own responsibilities, outlined in the City’s Municipal Code or specific resolutions. These teams play a vital role in bridging the community with City government, ensuring important issues are brought to the...

Snapshot -- Police Advisory Committee, City Budget for FY23-24, Events, and More!!!!

"... mix of informational updates and previews of proposed items on upcoming City Council meeting agendas ... Police Advisory and Accountability Committee On Monday, June 5th, the City Council ... participation as their meetings would be open to the public. If approved by the City Council, staff ... be brought back to the City Council for consideration. The bylaws include specific details regarding ... for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Additionally, at Monday night's City Council meeting, the proposed ..."

Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo State of the City Dinner Photo Credit: Joanne Webster | San Rafael Chamber of Commerce Last Quiz Question Congrats Molly Blauvelt! The photo featured in the last Snapshot quiz was of a black-crowned night heron hanging out at the Marin Civic Center lagoon. Congratulations, Molly, and thanks for...

Report of Residential Building Record (RBR)

"... Building Counter at City Hall; 1400 5th Avenue ... at the Building Division Public counter in City Hall anytime during regular business hours ... , no enforcement action will be taken by the City. Failure to do so will result in the issuance ... the City ... ) program. The City Council decided to reconvene ..."

To apply for your Resale Inspection online click HERE! A Residential Resale Report is a building permit records check and physical inspection of all residential units. Most jurisdictions in Marin County require a Point of Sale inspection on residential properties. Our report will list all building permits on the report. For any permits that have...

Snapshot --Canal Street Underground Utility District, Linkage Fee Study, Events, and More!!!!

"... ! San Rafael City News Upcoming City Council Meeting - Tuesday, June 20th ... The following items with be considered at the upcoming City Council meeting on June ... 20th, at 7pm. Canal Street Underground Utility District The City Council will hear ... The City Council will hear an informational report from staff on a recently completed regional ... and stakeholder outreach in the coming weeks before bringing a recommendation back to the City Council ..."

Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Pride flag flying over City Hall Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats Ruth-Louise Moran! The photo featured in the last Snapshot quiz where we can find peacocks and pigs living together in San Rafael is located at Marin Sanitary Services on Jacoby street!...

General Plan Documents

"... , the City ... only. August 2, 2021 City Council Draft (includes ... tracked changes showing edits made after July 19, 2021 City Council hearing ... draft) July 2021 City Council Draft ... ) July 2021 City Council Draft ("tracked change" version, highlighting Planning Commission ..."

General Plan 2040 is here! Adopted Plan On August 2, 2021, the City Council adopted San Rafael General Plan 2040. Links to the adopted document are below. To view earlier drafts, please scroll down this page to "Archived Documents." Entire Document To Download Individual Chapters of General Plan 2040, or to access the Appendix, click...

Inclusive Resident Engagement/ Participación Inclusiva de Residentes

"... ] The City ... a City Council meeting. Muchas personas ... will help shape how the City provides communications and how we partner with community groups to reach ... City ... Council ..."

The City of San Rafael is inviting resident input about how more community members can get and share information about local issues. The goal is to make communications as accessible as possible to everyone who lives in and cares about San Rafael. La Ciudad de San Rafael está invitando a los residentes a opinar sobre...

Group Home Moratorium

"... No.: ZC11-001 In early 2011, the San Rafael City Council ... City staff determined were un-regulated and unpermitted by the City’s municipal code. The purpose ... of the temporary moratorium is to provide the City Attorney and Community Development Department staff ... did not result in a consensus or recommendation to the City Council. The Commission was split ... City Council Ordinance for Temporary Moratorium ..."

Project No.: ZC11-001 In early 2011, the San Rafael City Council adopted a temporary moratorium on unlicensed, large group homes (group homes with seven or more residents). This moratorium was adopted in response to community concerns regarding the establishment of several “sober living residences” (sober living environments – SLE) in single-family dwellings, which City staff determined...

Snapshot -- Black History Month, Budget Updates, Proposed Street Changes and More!!!

"... an informational report to the San Rafael City Council with proposed comments and recommendations regarding ... and Budget Amendments Last June, the City Council approved the budget for FY 2022-23. On Monday ... Presentation Supporting Black History Month On Monday, the City Council will hear a proclamation ... . The City Council of the City of San Rafael takes great pleasure in recognizing Black History ... Recruitment Community Survey With my upcoming retirement, the San Rafael City Council ..."

Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo San Rafael Sunset Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Chase Sambell for being the first to answer our latest Snapshot Quiz. San Rafael is home to sixteen local Landmarks! Check out the full list here. Congrats Chase, and thanks for reading Snapshot. Scroll...

Police Advisory & Accountability Committee - March 19, 2025

"... Date and time: 2025-03-19 06:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: City CouncilDate ... and time: 2025-03-19 06:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: City CouncilDate and time ... : 2025-03-19 06:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: City CouncilAgenda ... Department: City CouncilAgenda ... Date and time: 2025-03-19 06:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: City Council ..."

Matched in attachment: "... AND ACCOUNTABILITY COMMITTEE (PAAC) WEDNESDAY MARCH 19, 2025, AT 6:00 PM In-Person: San Rafael City ... Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Ave, San Rafael, California Virtual: Watch Online: https:/ ... Staff Present: Angela Robinson Piñon, Assistant City Manager David Spiller, Police Chief, San Rafael ... Jason spoke on the topic of homelessness and an update going before the City Council in April. ... • Member Locks attended a San Rafael City Schools Board Meeting on March 11th and a VA Protest Rally ..."

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Sidewalk Repair Program

"... , the City ... in City ... three City Council items on sidewalks that were well attended by members of the public. On February ... . In October 2017, San Rafael City Council also adopted ... of Municipal Code Chapter 11.60, the City Council called for the development of a pilot program which ..."

Ready to Join the Program? Click Here! What is the Sidewalk Repair Program? The Sidewalk Repair Program is a cost-sharing benefit for property owners in San Rafael seeking to repair damaged sidewalks. Under the program, the City will: Split the cost of sidewalk replacement 50-50 with property owners (up to a maximum of $2,000 in...

Citizens Advisory Committee on Economic Development & Affordable Housing

"... the City ... Council ... of the City ... of the committee shall be residents, property owners, or business people within the City of San Rafael ..."

The Citizens Advisory Committee on Economic Development and Affordable Housing (“CAC”) advises the City Council on activities related to the economic vitality of the City including the Economic Vitality Work plan, the Downtown Station Area Plan, the Homeless Action Plan, and various General Plan policies related to economic development and affordable housing. Meetings First Thursday...

Snapshot --Commercial Linkage Fees, Nominations for 2024 Public Service Award, Events and More!!!

"... . San Rafael City News At the next City Council Meeting, Monday ... , December 4th, 2023 The following will be presented at the upcoming City Council ... Assessment and Annual Report Monday’s City Council meeting will feature a report on San ... Linkage Fees Update The City Council will consider the adoption of an ordinance amending San ... Other News City Council Meeting New Start Time - 6:00 p.m. beginning in January ..."

Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Youth in Arts, United Against Hate Week poster project on display in the San Rafael Plaza Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Tom Obletz! They were the first to answer our Snapshot quiz. The first lighted boat parade took place in 1966 and...

Art and Public Expression

"... the City ... Council ... projects in San Rafael for the next year. After one year, staff will return to Council with an update ... projects are proposed. Currently the City is working with two art projects that have shared their intent ... -pronged mission: First, with City support, an alliance of businesses and building owners ..."

Pilot Public Art Advisory Group Background On February 16, 2021 the City Council approved an ordinance amendment that allowed for the piloting of a new Public Art Advisory Group. This new Advisory Group consists of local community arts representatives, a member each of the Planning Commission and the Design Review Board, and a representative who...

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