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Green Building & Electrification

"... over time. The City worked with the County of Marin and other local stakeholders to develop ... and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. In December 2022, the City adopted a requirement for most new ... . The City has since repealed the all-electric portion of the building code due to a 9th Circuit Court ruling ... against the City of Berkeley. However, we strongly encourage applicants to eliminate gas in new ... . In May 2024 the City included codes that address reductions in energy in existing homes ..."

Across California, jurisdictions are looking to reduce energy use in buildings, which are our second-highest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) in our local GHG inventories. Additionally, the State of California is heading towards an all-electric future. Using electric appliances in homes improves indoor air quality, reducing GHG emissions, and saves residents money on utility...

Snapshot --Youth Art Exhibit, Budget Updates, Events and More!!!

"... Upcoming City Council Meeting –Monday, September 18th, 2023 The following items ... with be considered at the upcoming City Council meeting on Monday, September 18th at 7:00 p.m ... . Youth Art Exhibit- "Fair Housing for All" This City Council meeting will include ... Satisfaction Survey The City Council will hear a report on the Marin Builders Association's (MBA ... At the September 5th, regular City Council meeting, the Council: Held open time for public ..."

Snapshot en Español   Spotlight Photo Movie in the Park Photo Credit: Craig Veramay, Assistant Director Library & Recreation Last Quiz Question Congrats Jim Findlay! You can check out that awesome view from the rooftop at the AC Marriott Hotel in downtown San Rafael. Congratulations Jim, and thanks for reading Snapshot! Scroll down to see...

Downtown San Rafael Business Improvement District: Council Approved Management and Operations Plans

"... On Monday, December 15, 2025, the San Rafael City Council voted to renew annual assessments ... the affairs of the BID. The City Council authorized the City Manager to enter into a one-year agreement ... and within the BID, ensuring responsive advocacy, improved communication between businesses and City ..."

On Monday, December 15, 2025, the San Rafael City Council voted to renew annual assessments for the Downtown San Rafael Business Improvement District (BID), appointed the BID Advisory Board for calendar year 2026, and approved a management contract with the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce. Together, these three actions are intended to strengthen the district’s...

Planning Commission - June 29, 2021

"... : Barry Miller a) Resolution Recommending the City Council Adoption ... ) Resolution Recommending the City Council Adopt San Rafael General Plan 2040 Recommended Action ... b) Resolution Recommending the City Council Adopt San Rafael General Plan 2040 ... Recommending the City Council Adopt the Downtown San Rafael Precise Plan Recommended Action – Adopt ... a) Resolution Recommending the City Council Adoption of California Environmental Quality ..."

Date and time: Date and time: 2021-06-29 07:00 pmLocation: Planning Commission - June 29, 2021Department: Planning DivisionAgendaSan Rafael Planning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 29, 2021, 7:00 P.M. Virtual Meeting Watch on Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/PC-2021-06-29 Watch on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/cityofsanrafael Telephone: (669) 900-9128 Meeting ID: 897-5534-1830# CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) ADVISORY NOTICE In response to Executive Order N-29-20, the...

City Budget

"... the City ...  in the City ... .  The City ... Council ... and City ..."

The budget is a tool the City uses to establish its priorities for the fiscal year to come. Key community goals are identified through the spending plan in the City Budget.  The City Council and City staff respond to the community's needs in part through the budget which is intended to balance not only revenues and costs but...

Homelessness and Housing: August 2023 Updates

"... City Camping Ordinance Update ... 17th, City Council adopted ... experiencing homelessness in the City.  The ordinance would prohibit establishing any camping area ... .    City Council approves funding ... 17th, the City Council approved $1.45 million ..."

City Camping Ordinance Update  On July 17th, City Council adopted Ordinance 2030 to address unregulated encampments on public property by persons experiencing homelessness in the City.  The ordinance would prohibit establishing any camping area within 200 ft. of another camping area. Each camping area would also be limited in size to 10 ft. by 10...

Homeowners Associations (HOAs) - Wildfire Evaluations and Resources

"... City ... Council ... in the City of San Rafael are required ... . The City of San Rafael can provide assistance in meeting ..."

Your safety is our priority, passion, and mission - but we need your help! Over the past few years we have all seen the devastating impact of wildfires. To help protect your family, friends, homes, businesses and community, the San Rafael City Council has adopted new vegetation standards. Fire knows no boundaries and therefore vegetation...

Request For Qualifications (RFQ) for On-Call Planning and CEQA Services

"... City ... The City ... familiarize themselves with and apply the San Rafael Municipal Code under the guidance of City Staff ... by Council ... Rafael City Council ..."

Request for Qualifications City of San Rafael On-Call Planning and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Services  RFQ ISSUED: MAY 27, 2025 The City of San Rafael’s Community and Economic Development (CED) Department is issuing this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to identify qualified consultants to provide the following on-call services: Land Use Entitlement Processing; and California...

New Board, Commission and Committee Appointments

"... , the City held interviews for the Board of Library Trustees, Fire Commission ... thoughtful consideration, the City Council ... play an important role in advising the City Council and ensuring ..."

Bringing community voices into action to better serve San Rafael. In October, the City held interviews for the Board of Library Trustees, Fire Commission, Planning Commission, and the Police Advisory and Accountability Committee. We were excited to receive 31 applications for 9 open seats. While some applicants withdrew or did not respond to confirm their...

Station Area Plans Documents

"... City Council Resolution (2004 ... by City of San Rafael (2010 ... -Friendly Neighborhoods - compiled by City of San Rafael (2010) Downtown ..."

General Information General Plan 2020 EIR Draft EIR (2004) Response to Comments Part One (2004) Response to Comments Part Two (2004) Response to Comments Part Three (2004) EIR City Council Resolution (2004) Metropolitan Transportation Commission Grant Metropolitan Transportation Commission Resolution 3434 Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) Environmental Impact Reports San Rafael General Plan 2020 San...

Downtown Parking/Wayfinding Study

"... 2018 City Council: January 2018 Design Review Board ..."

Building off the work from the 2012 Downtown Station Area Plan vision for the ½ mile radius around the Downtown SMART Station, the goal of this Downtown Parking & Wayfinding study is to develop policy goals to support a vibrant, gateway area through parking and wayfinding in anticipation of our future needs related to SMART....

Racial Injustice - Next Steps

"... ) to the City Council. The City ... Council voted unanimously to accept these changes ... of seven members of the public, City staff ... .  The City ...  Council’s acceptance of the proposed ..."

On August 17, 2020, the San Rafael Police Department brought proposed changes to the Use of Force Policy (Policy 300 of the Police Procedural Manual) to the City Council. The City Council voted unanimously to accept these changes. Here are a few highlights of the changes:  Police Chief Diana Bishop wrote her first Chief’s Preface to the Police Procedural Manual  This preface...

Planning Commission - Jun 18, 2024

"... Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 ... : San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA ... Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers ... . AGENDA Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers ... : San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA ..."

Date and time: 2024-06-07 12:00 amLocation: City HallDepartment: Community DevelopmentDate and time: 2024-06-07 12:00 amLocation: City HallDepartment: Community DevelopmentAgendaSelect ‘Download’ below to view Agenda PacketDate and time: 2024-06-07 12:00 amLocation: City HallDepartment: Community DevelopmentAgendaSelect ‘Download’ below to view Agenda PacketAgenda packetSelect ‘Download’ below to view Agenda PacketDate and time: 2024-06-07 12:00 amLocation: City HallDepartment: Community...

Planning Commission - December 9, 2025

"... In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San ... . AGENDA Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council ... Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth ... In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San ... Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901 ..."

Date and time: Location: Planning Commission - June 10, 2025Department: Planning Commission - June 10, 2025Agenda packetSelect ‘Download’ below to view Agenda PacketDate and time: 2025-12-09 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentAgenda packetSelect ‘Download’ below to view Agenda PacketDate and time: 2025-12-09 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentAgenda packetSelect ‘Download’ below...

Campaign & Conflict of Interest Disclosures

"... ): Mayor and City Council ... City Manager ... City Attorney ... The City ... . City ..."

Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700) To keep things open and transparent, California law requires many public officials and employees to share certain financial information. This helps make sure no one is making decisions that benefit their own finances. In San Rafael, elected officials, designated staff, and planning commissioners are required to fill out a...

Planning Commission - Jun 11, 2024

"... : San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901 Watch Online: Watch ... : San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA ... Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 ... . AGENDA Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers ... City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901 Watch ..."

Date and time: 2024-06-11 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community DevelopmentDate and time: 2024-06-11 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community DevelopmentAgenda packetSelect ‘Download’ below to view Agenda PacketDate and time: 2024-06-11 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community DevelopmentAgendaPlanning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday June 11, 2024, 7:00 P.M. AGENDA Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue,...

📸 Snapshot: Council meeting highlights, SRPD immigration policies, Wildfire safety talks— and more!

"... City ... Council Meeting Highlights ... will hold a City Council Meeting at City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue ... City Council goals and objectives for fiscal years ... to a partnership between the San Rafael Public Library, the Marin County Free Library, and San Rafael City ..."

Snapshot En Espanol San Rafael City Council Meeting Highlights On Monday March 3rd, the City of San Rafael will hold a City Council Meeting at City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue. Details: Special Meeting: Begins at 3:00 PM in the Third Floor Conference Room. Workshop to review and draft City Council goals and objectives for fiscal...

Temporary Uses

"... business improvement district, or events that have received street closure approval from the City ... Council are exempt from the temporary use permit requirement. What are Typical Requirements ... and egress, and loading shall be provided to the satisfaction of the City Traffic Engineer ... be submitted to the City Finance Department to assure that any temporary facilities are removed from ... . A certificate of insurance shall be furnished to the City showing coverage for bodily injury ..."

What is a Temporary Use Permit? A temporary use permit allows activities of a short term, generally one (1) year or less, pursuant to San Rafael Municipal Code Section 14.17.130. These most commonly consist of special events such as a fair, festival or concert, outdoor seasonal sales such as a Christmas tree lot or pumpkin...

Samantha Ramirez, Citizen of the Year 2022

"... . Samantha is a coordinator of the Marin County Youth Commission, a group of 23 young people that work ... on the Commission and transformed the group to better represent Marin County. The Commission is proud ... of her free time volunteering by serving on the Youth and Parent Council for Marin Promise Partnership ... , attending community events, Board of Supervisors, City Council and School Board meetings; she ... to be an exemplary citizen of San Rafael. The San Rafael City Council expresses its appreciation ..."

Samantha Ramirez is committed to uplifting the community in which she resides, both in her work and her extracurricular activities. As a bilingual and bicultural community member with family from El Salvador and Honduras, she has worked hard to be a powerful bridge between the LatinX communities in San Rafael and the bodies that govern...

Source of Income Protection

"... to the change in state law in 2020, the City of San Rafael adopted its own Source of Income ... Protection. The City of San Rafael’s Source of Income Ordinance went into effect on January 17, 2019 ... County Board of Supervisors that between January 1, 2014 and August 31, 2016 a total of 2,194 ... by the examples below from San Rafael specifically. The City of San Rafael’s Source of Income ... Ordinance went into effect on January 17, 2019. The City Council discussed this policy ..."

This protection prohibits landlords from discriminating against tenants because they use housing vouchers or other forms of government assistance. State Law (SB 329) State law prohibits housing discrimination based on a person’s source of income (California Government Code Section 12921). SB 329 (the Housing Opportunities Act of 2019) became a California State law on January...

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