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Snapshot -- Affordable Housing, Boards and Commissions Updates, Digital Marin, and more!!!

"... , and City Council will review and either approve or adopt changes to the work plan at their meeting ... City Council will consider a response prepared by staff to a recently published report by the Marin ... Council to Hear Resolution and Ordinance Changes to Existing City Boards and Commissions ... On Tuesday night, September 6th, the City Council will review recommended changes to the Board ... here. City Council to Hear ..."

Spotlight Photo Snapshot en Español Richmond-San Rafael Bridge taken from the Jean and John Starkweather Shoreline Park PHOTO CREDIT: Louise Yost, Pickleweed Advisory Committee member Last Quiz Question Congrats to Jane Alt for being the first to respond correctly to our last Snapshot Quiz. The question: “Can you identify the portmanteau in this edition of...

Sidewalk Repair Program

"... , the City ... in City contribution) Fully incur the cost of sidewalk offset ... fall 2016, there have been three City Council items ... , the City Council called for the development of a pilot program which attempted to share the financial ... repairs to get done Citywide. In August 2024, San Rafael City Council approved increasing ..."

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 City contribution) Fully incur the cost of...

Cannabis Regulations

"... Back in December 2017, the City Council approved new regulationsrelating to medical cannabis ... , and medical cannabis delivery. The City Council also prohibited all commercial recreational adult ... -use cannabis activities. In May 2018, the City Council amended these regulations to authorize a fourth ... license type: medical cannabis distribution. In addition to these regulations, the City Council ... . At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider approving changes to these regulations, which ..."

Back in December 2017, the City Council approved new regulationsrelating to medical cannabis businesses in San Rafael. While this action didn’t approve any medical cannabis businesses to open, it instead set up the regulatory framework for this type of business. Specifically, these regulations authorized three license types: cannabis testing labs, medical cannabis infused products manufacturing, and...

Rental Discrimination Discussion

"... At Monday night’s meeting, the City Council will provide feedback ... the County ... , and the City of Novato ... is for discussion only and there is no formal action requested of the City Council at this time. Based ..."

At Monday night’s meeting, the City Council will provide feedback on a proposed draft ordinance relating to rental discrimination based on the source of the income that a prospective tenant receives, such as a Housing Choice Voucher or a Veterans Affairs Supporting Housing Voucher. These types of local laws have been approved by the legislative...

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...

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...

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...

Snapshot -- Wildfire Awareness Month, Canal Lighting Project, Support Proclamations, and more!!!

"... City Council meeting, the Council will receive ... Council meeting, City staff ... meeting, the City Council will hold a public hearing ... City Council ... . At Monday’s City Council meeting, the City ..."

Snapshot - de parte del Gerente de la Ciudad de San Rafael Spotlight Photo CAPTION: San Rafael Fire Department Truck E52 at San Rafael City Hall during ladder truck training exercises PHOTO CREDIT: San Rafael Fire Department, Operations Division Last Quiz Question Congrats to Ellen Garwood for being the first to respond correctly to our...

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...

City Attorney To Defend Action Challenging Decade-Old Pension Decisions

"... The City of San Rafael has been served with a civil lawsuit that challenges City Council decisions ... contends that the City should hire independent outside counsel, his lawsuit is primarily devoted ... to his attacks on the opinions provided by independent outside counsel whom the City previously hired ... counsel to review all pleadings and arguments presented by the City, and to attend closed sessions ... and advise the City Council on an as needed basis. Even though it is neither legally nor ethically ..."

The City of San Rafael has been served with a civil lawsuit that challenges City Council decisions made more than 10 years ago concerning City employee pensions. The complaint, filed by David Brown, concerns the City's adoption of increased employee pension formulas in 2002-2006. The City later adopted reduced pension formulas for employees hired after...

Green Initiatives

"... by the City ... Council ... implementation has become firmly established as a part of the City's daily operations. In addition ... , there are a host of things the City has developed or accomplished toward these sustainability goals ..."

The San Rafael Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP), adopted by the City Council in 2009 and updated for 2030 targets in 2019 is the guiding document for our sustainability efforts. The CCAP implementation has become firmly established as a part of the City's daily operations. In addition, there are a host of things the City...

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...

Employment Contracts

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

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 2023 San Rafael Fire Chief Officers' Association (SRFCOA) Employment Agreement 2024-2027 San Rafael Firefighters' Association (SRFA) Employment Agreement 2024-2027 AFSCME / Local 1 - Confidential Unit Employment Agreement 2024-2027 San...

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...

Community Development Block Grant Funding

"... , and a wide range of public services. For October 2019 through September 2020, Marin County is expected ... ). At their Monday meeting, the City Council will consider which projects and activities should ... be funded for the upcoming fiscal year. Specifically, the City Council will consider allocating $110K ..."

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program is a federal program that provides funding for housing, community facilities, and human services. In San Rafael, examples of CDBG-funded projects have included the development of affordable housing, sidewalk accessibility improvements, and a wide range of public services. For October 2019 through September 2020, Marin County is expected to receive approximately $1.4 million...

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...

Snapshot -- Affordable Housing Funds, Service Award, Fire Station 55 and More!!!!

"... availability for affordable housing At the Monday, April 3rd, City Council meeting ... for the funding award, which will require approval from the San Rafael City Council. The NOFA will align ... Countywide Fire Dispatch At the Monday meeting, the City Council will hear a report ... . The City is evaluating options and presenting the City Council with an informational report for a path ... forward. Any formal agreement would ultimately come back to the City Council for consideration ..."

Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Shanna Moler for being the first to answer our latest Snapshot Quiz. The photo featured Pendicularis densiflora or a “Warrior’s Plume” which can be found all over the Mt. Tam watershed and in abundance along the...

Transition from At-Large Elections to District-Based Elections - February 5, 2018

"... meeting, the City Council decided to switch to district-based ... elections, starting in 2020. This means that the four City Council seats will change from being elected ... at-large, or citywide, to by district. Each City Council member will represent a particular area ... of the City. Under this system, the Mayor will continue to be separately elected, and would serve ... at-large. Beginning at the February 5, 2018 City Council ..."

At the January 16, 2018 meeting, the City Council decided to switch to district-based elections, starting in 2020. This means that the four City Council seats will change from being elected at-large, or citywide, to by district. Each City Council member will represent a particular area of the City. Under this system, the Mayor will...

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...

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