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Safe Parking & Parking Box Program

"... of the City ... In Phase 3, staff hope to complete all narrow and hillside roads throughout the City. Building on our ... City ... was approved by City Council. Criteria Staff ... for service. The parking boxes and roadside fuel reduction are also part of the City, County, and Marin ..."

Project Summary The San Rafael Safe Parking and Parking Box program will replace the '6 feet from center rule' in select areas of the City with narrow and/or winding roads. After installation the signs, paint, and/or boxes will clearly mark where it is possible to park and still allow emergency vehicles access and resident egress....

Leaf Blower Ordinance

"... city ... , the City ... Council ... city ... miles per hour. The City Council is committed to reducing emissions as outlined ..."

Starting October 1st, 2022, the following regulations apply to the operation of leaf blowers within city limits, failure to comply can lead to a fine. 1. Prohibition of gas-powered leaf blowers The use of gas-powered leaf blowers is illegal. 2. Hours of operation for electric leaf blowers Electric leaf blowers may be used during the...

Snapshot --Municipal Code Updates, City News, Events and More!!!

"... Rafael City News The City Council will meet on Monday, February 5th ... , 2024 at 6:00 p.m. Closed Session The City Council will hold a closed session ... starting at 5:00 p.m. Regular City Council Meeting (6:00 p.m ... The City Council will review and consider adopting bylaws for the Police Advisory and Accountability ... . These proposed bylaws are in alignment with the direction the City Council provided to staff when ..."

Snapshot en Español   Spotlight Photo   Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Dan Fost! They were the first to answer our Snapshot quiz. The Gerstle and Sloss families owned an estate on San Rafael Avenue that later became Gerstle Park, where the neighborhood gets its name. Thanks for...

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Snapshot - News from the City Manager

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Snapshot is a bimonthly newsletter that comes out the Thursday before every City Council meeting, highlighting items on the agenda, general news, and events. Subscribe

3757/3777 Kerner Boulevard

"... The City was informed by representatives ... of the small cell wireless permit applications that they will not be appealing to the City Council, the July ... sites within the City.  The reason for this decision ... by the City.  ..."

Application Materials Project Description Project Plans Photo Sims Power Line Route Fiber Line Route RF Emissions Compliance Report Noise Study Current Status Administrative Decision 7/20/2020 The City was informed by representatives of the small cell wireless permit applications that they will not be appealing to the City Council, the July 20th  Community Development Director's denial of the small...

Snapshot --Reusable Foodware, Community Development Block Grant, Events, and More!!!!

"... Development Agreement At the Monday night Council meeting, the City Council will consider ... . As part of the DA, BioMarin submits annual reports to the City Council for comments and to ensure ... , May 1, the City Council will hear an update on the proposed allocation of Community Development ... Council meeting, the City Council will consider entering into an agreement with the Chamber ... At the Monday, May 1, City Council meeting, the City Council will hear an appeal of the Planning Commission ..."

  Snapshot en Español   Spotlight Photo Spring in Sun Valley Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Allison Soby for being the first to answer our latest Snapshot Quiz. The photo featured is of the AC Marriott Hotel in downtown San Rafael. We are excited for it to officially...

Priority Development Areas

"... city and county in California to prepare ... service that is prioritized by local governments (cities/counties) for housing, jobs and services ... May 18, 2020 City ... Council Meeting ..."

North San Rafael Priority Development Area   The Northgate PDA includes only the PDA-eligible areas surrounding Northgate Mall, Northgate III, and the Four Points by Sheraton, and extending to the intersection of Las Gallinas Avenue and Manuel T. Freitas Parkway.  Southeast San Rafael / Canal Priority Development Area The Southeast San Rafael/Canal Priority Development Area...

Our Progress and GHG Inventories

"... update the City Council and community annually on our community-wide ... % reduction) target by 2045. We also provide input on specific actions the City has taken over ..."

Our Progress Toward our Emissions Reductions Targets We update the City Council and community annually on our community-wide greenhouse gas emissions through a standard "inventory" procedure. This helps us see how we're doing in terms of reductions toward our goals of a 40% reduction from 1990 by 2030 and a net-zero (100% reduction) target by...

How is the City Addressing Illegal Dumping?

"... The City has conducted five years of research and pilot programs using a Human Centered Design ... by City ... Council ..."

The City has conducted five years of research and pilot programs using a Human Centered Design approach to understand the issue here determine what actually works to reduce illegal dumping in San Rafael.  This cross-departmental Together San Rafael project was developed in partnership with Marin Sanitary Service, R3 Consulting Group, Gigantic Idea Studio, and in...

Wildfire Action Plan Archives

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March 18, 2019 City Council Meeting Materials Documents & Resources

Citizens Advisory Committee Meetings

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The Citizens Advisory Committee on Economic Development and Affordable Housing was dissolved at a regular City Council meeting on Monday, December 6, 2021 and is no longer an active committee.

Design Review Board Meetings

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The City Council dissolved the Design Review Board on July 15, 2024.

425 Bahia Way

"... /2020 The City was informed by representatives of the small cell wireless permit ...  applications that they will not be appealing to the City Council, the July 20th  Community Development ... Director's denial of the small cell wireless permits proposed at 5 sites within the City.  The reason ... Rafael, they will be required to file new applications for review by the City.  ..."

Application Materials Project Description Project Plans RF Emissions Compliance Report Noise Study Marin General Services Authority Pole Reservation Form Marin General Services Authority Master Lease Agreement Current Status Administrative Decision 7/20/2020 The City was informed by representatives of the small cell wireless permit applications that they will not be appealing to the City Council, the July 20th...

Measure E Transaction and Use Tax Oversight Committee

"... to the City Council. The Committee meets once each fiscal year. Meetings ... and reside within the City limits. The Oversight Committee may not include any employee or official ... of the City, or any vendor, contractor or consultant doing business with the City ..."

The Measure ‘E’ TUT Oversight Committee ensures that all revenues received from the voter-approved local Transactions and Use Tax (Measure ‘E’) are spent only on permissible uses, as outlined in Ordinance No. 1913. The Committee does not have any budgetary decision authority, does not allocate financial resources, and does not make budget or service recommendations...

Employment Contracts

"...   City ... Council Compensation Ordinance ... Elected City Clerk and Elected Part-time City Attorney ... City Manager (Cristine Alilovich ... Agreement 2024-2027 Western Council of Engineers ..."

  City Council Compensation Ordinance Ordinance No. 2038 Elected City Clerk and Elected Part-time City Attorney Salary Resolution 2024-2027 City Manager (Cristine Alilovich) Employment Agreement (Amended December 2024) Fire Chief (Abraham Roman) Employment Agreement 2024 San Rafael Fire Chief Officers' Association (SRFCOA) Employment Agreement 2024-2027 San Rafael Firefighters' Association (SRFA) Employment Agreement 2024-2027 AFSCME /...

Snapshot --Northgate Redevelopment, City News, Events, and More!!!

"... News The City Council will meet Tuesday, January 16th, 2024 ... Boards, Commissions, and Committees Interviews (4:45 p.m.) The upcoming special City Council ... .) Following the Boards, Commissions, and Committees interviews the City Council will hold a closed session ... . Regular City Council Meeting (6:00 p.m. *Note new regular ... start time) Age-Friendly San Rafael Special Presentation The City Council will hear ..."

Snapshot en Español   Spotlight Photo Remembering warmer weather on the library lawn Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Tom Obletz! They were the first to answer our Snapshot quiz. In 1953, the Freitas family sold a large portion of their property for development. The developers asked the family...

Expanded Polystyrene Foam Takeout Container Ordinance

"... , City ... Council ... of health and safety concerns for the City. Expanded polystyrene foam contains potential carcinogens ... : Expanded polystyrene is bad for our environment and bad for our City. It is made out of harmful ... littered across the city in storm drains, parks, and streets. The California Integrated Waste ..."

No More Foam Takeout Containers in San Rafael! In September 2012, City Council passed an ordinance banning retail food vendors in San Rafael from carrying Expanded polystyrene foam (EPS) containers, sometimes known by the brand name STYROFOAMTM, in their stores. These food vendors include cafes, restaurants, grocery stores, and hotel eateries, among others. This ordinance was...

Outdoor Dining and Streetaries

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San Rafael Outdoor Dining: Sidewalk & Streetary Programs San Rafael regulates two types of outdoor dining in the public right of way: Streetaries: Parklets built in parking spaces in the public road in front of a restaurant. Sidewalk Dining: Outdoor dining on the public sidewalk in front of a restaurant. Streetary Program In 2022, the...

Snapshot --Mental Health Awareness Month, Community Development Block Grant, Events and More!!!

"... to answer. San Rafael City News The City Council will meet ... on Monday, May 6, 2024. Regular City Council Meeting - 6:00 p.m ... . Mental Health Awareness Month At Monday night’s City Council meeting, Kara Connors from Marin ... but also promotes inclusivity and empathy.  The Mayor and City Council will declare May 2024 ... : Conferenced with legal counsel on labor negotiations. At the Regular City Council meeting ..."

Snapshot en Español   Spotlight Photo Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Juliette McDowell! Los Ranchitos Park was the park featured in the last Snapshot Quiz. Thanks for reading Snapshot. Scroll down to see this edition’s quiz and be the first to answer. San Rafael City News The City...

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