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6-mo progress report on RBR program

"... About six months ago, the City Council approved revisions to the City’s Residential Building Resale ... (RBR) program. On Monday evening, the City Council will review the first progress report since ... estate community on City staff performance. READ STAFF REPORT ..."

About six months ago, the City Council approved revisions to the City’s Residential Building Resale (RBR) program. On Monday evening, the City Council will review the first progress report since making these changes. The report is generally positive, including encouraging feedback from the real estate community on City staff performance. READ STAFF REPORT

Business Improvement District

"... ), both in staffing and at the board. At the BID public hearing on November 21, 2016, the City ... Council appointed a new BID Advisory Board consisting of 5 members of our business community. At Monday’s ... City Council meeting, the Council will consider appointing 6 additional BID Advisory Board members to oversee the operations of the district.   ..."

The year 2016 was one of transitions for the Downtown San Rafael Business Improvement District (BID), both in staffing and at the board. At the BID public hearing on November 21, 2016, the City Council appointed a new BID Advisory Board consisting of 5 members of our business community. At Monday’s City Council meeting, the...

Labor Negotiations

"... On Monday, September 19 at 7 p.m., the City Council ... executive management,unrepresented mid-management, and the elected city clerk and city attorney ... . The City Council will also discuss the Police Mid-management MOU before requesting staff to bring the MOU back to them for a vote. ..."

On Monday, September 19 at 7 p.m., the City Council will consider labor agreements/resolutions pertaining to compensation and working conditions for SEIU Local 1021, unrepresented executive management,unrepresented mid-management, and the elected city clerk and city attorney. The City Council will also discuss the Police Mid-management MOU before requesting staff to bring the MOU back to them for a...

Personnel Matters

"... At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Council will discuss a proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU ... . The City Council will also consider reclassifying a part-time Human Resources Representative I to a full-time Senior Administrative Assistant.   ..."

At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Council will discuss a proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the SEIU Child Care Unit. This unit represents 48 employees of the City’s Childcare Centers. The City Council will also consider reclassifying a part-time Human Resources Representative I to a full-time Senior Administrative Assistant.  

Statement of Economic Interest (SEI) Form 700

"... or the City's conflict of interest ... Practices Commission (FPPC) requires the City to file original Form 700s with the FPPC ... for the following positions: Mayor: Kate Colin City Council ... , Danielle O'Leary, Jeff Kent City Manager: Cristine Alilovich ... City Attorney: Robert Epstein Finance Director: Paul ..."

The Political Reform Act (Gov. Code §§ 81000-91014) requires most state and local officials and employees to disclose their personal assets and income publicly. They must also refrain from decisions that could affect their personal financial interests. Officials identified in Gov. Code § 87200 or the City's conflict of interest code must file a Statement...

New Library Facilities Study

"... , the Library, in partnership with the Marin County Free Library, opened a pop-up location ... it! Since 2018, the City has worked with Noll & Tam Architects on a library ... Community Center). City Council reviewed more in-depth information regarding each of these options which ... are outlined in the staff report below. As this is only an informational report, the City Council did ..."

Did you know that the original Downtown Library opened at its current location in January 1909? In the late 1950s, local architect Gordon A. Phillips was hired to design a 6,000 square-foot addition that would more than double the Library’s size. San Rafael quickly outgrew the first library expansion and the next step was to...

November 8, 2022 Election

"... ] The City ... Council ... . City of San Rafael Election Councilmember District 2 ... . City ..."

The City Council approved the Tuesday, November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election at the meeting of June 6, 2022. The nomination period for the November 8, 2022 election was open from July 18 - August 12, 2022. The names of the candidates nominated for the 2022 General Municipal Election on November 8, 2022, appear below...

2018 Bail Schedule

"... On Monday evening, the City Council will consider the 2018 bail schedule for the Marin County court ... system. Under state law, the City receives about 20% of the total bail in any case, with the remainder going to the County and State. READ STAFF REPORT ..."

On Monday evening, the City Council will consider the 2018 bail schedule for the Marin County court system. Under state law, the City receives about 20% of the total bail in any case, with the remainder going to the County and State. READ STAFF REPORT

The Housing Element

"... city ... conditions, and new State laws.  All 101 cities and nine counties in the San Francisco Bay Area must ... , City ... Compliance (6/22/23) On May 15, 2023 the San Rafael City Council adopted the 2023-2031 ... 1, 2023, the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) contacted the City ..."

More than five decades ago, the State legislature declared that providing safe, decent housing for all Californians was a matter of vital statewide importance.  Since 1969, each city and county in the state has been required to prepare a Housing Element showing how the community will help achieve this goal.  The Housing Element is part of the...

Potential Changes to Land Use

"... , the City ... Council will hold ... is used to determine how parts of the City are used (such as residential, commercial, industrial, etc ... .). These land uses are then used to determine property zoning. The City Council will invite public ..."

On Tuesday evening, the City Council will hold a public hearing to review proposed changes to the General Plan 2040 Land Use Map. The Land Use Map is used to determine how parts of the City are used (such as residential, commercial, industrial, etc.). These land uses are then used to determine property zoning. The City Council will invite public...

Sister City - San Rafael Del Norte, Nicaragua

"... our cities, a resident from San Rafael had visited San Rafael del Norte as the guest of its mayor ... of world peace through grassroots people-to-people and city-to-city friendship and cultural exchange ... . The San Rafael del Corazon ("from the heart") Sister City Project, a voluntary citizen effort ... , was initiated by residents of San Rafael and is supported by this community and the City of San Rafael ... statement between the two cities or any members of the San Rafael City Council. ..."

We have much in common with the town of San Rafael del Norte, Nicaragua,  located in the north-central area of the country in the  province of Jinotega. We are both non-urban, non -industrial communities of approximately the same size - San Rafael  del Norte's population is over 30,000, they are both situated  at the foot...

Canal Community Based Transportation Plan

"... Transportation Plan (CBTP) approved at City Council recently. This plan is community driven and summarizes ... and long term improvements. The City is thankful for all the collaboration with Canal Alliance ... , Voces del Canal, and our partner transit agencies. This plan was approved with minor comments at City ... Council on June 21 and approved by Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) on July 11. Next up ... : seeking grant funding! For additional materials, please visit the city website ..."

The San Rafael Traffic Engineering division successfully had the Canal Community Based Transportation Plan (CBTP) approved at City Council recently. This plan is community driven and summarizes the transportation challenges experienced by the residents in this area. The biggest challenges we heard about were lack of street lighting, frequency of transit and cleanliness of bus...

400 Upper Toyon Drive

"... Also on Tuesday night, the City Council will be considering an agreement with the Town of Ross ... ) to detach from the City of San Rafael and annex into the Town of Ross. The Marin LAFCO ... for detachment and annexation into Ross, the City of San Rafael and Ross must enter into a tax sharing agreement ... tax, and paramedic tax). At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Council will specifically consider ..."

Also on Tuesday night, the City Council will be considering an agreement with the Town of Ross relating to the annexation of a property that lies at the border of San Rafael and Ross. The property owner of 400 Upper Toyon Drive, San Rafael, CA 94901, submitted an application to the Marin Local Agency Formation...

Seeking Community Input: San Rafael Police Advisory and Accountability Committee

"... – The City Council of San Rafael ... Committee (PAAC). The City Council established the Police Advisory & Accountability Committee on June ... 5th, 2023, and directed City staff to work with the community to co-create the goals ... to the City Council. The City aims to create an inclusive, public forum for community members to share ... act as a sounding board for the City Council, City Manager, and the Police Department regarding ..."

SAN RAFAEL – The City Council of San Rafael is seeking public input on topics and areas of focus for the Police Advisory and Accountability Committee (PAAC). The City Council established the Police Advisory & Accountability Committee on June 5th, 2023, and directed City staff to work with the community to co-create the goals and...

Community Development Block Grant

"... Every year, the City allocates federal housing funds to projects that serve low-income residents ... . At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, the Council will consider a recommendation to the County ..."

Every year, the City allocates federal housing funds to projects that serve low-income residents such as housing renovation, community facilities, capital improvements, and human service programs. At Tuesday’s City Council meeting, the Council will consider a recommendation to the County to allocate $375,379 for countywide housing programs, curb ramp improvements and plumbing upgrades.

Census 2020

"... , the City ... Council will hear ...  in this year’s census. The City has been working closely with the County, Canal Alliance, and others on outreach ..."

On Monday evening, the City Council will hear a special presentation about the countywide efforts underway to ensure maximum participation in this year’s census. The City has been working closely with the County, Canal Alliance, and others on outreach and education efforts related to our “Hard-to-Count” communities across Marin. Over the next few months, these efforts will...

Labor Negotiations

"... At their last meeting, the City Council discussed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) pertaining ... ).  At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider approving this MOU. They will also discuss ..."

At their last meeting, the City Council discussed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) pertaining to compensation and working conditions for the San Rafael Police Mid-Management Association (SRPMMA).  At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider approving this MOU. They will also discuss a proposed MOU for the San Rafael Fire Chief Officers’ Association (SRFCOA). Click...

Retiree Healthcare Reporting and Funding

"... The City Council will receive a report under the new reporting requirements for retiree healthcare ... . The City Council will also consider a formal funding policy for these benefits.  READ THE STAFF REPORT ..."

The City Council will receive a report under the new reporting requirements for retiree healthcare benefits. The new reporting methodology comes from the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and is being implemented a full year early as part of the City’s commitment to fiscal transparency. The City Council will also consider a formal funding policy...

Snapshot -- from the desk of City Manager, Jim Schutz

"... , the City Council will hold two ... .  The San Rafael City Council released ...   At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will present ...  regular City Council ... of the month. City Council meetings that fall on a holiday are rescheduled for the following Tuesday ..."

Spotlight Photo Librarians Margaret Stawowy (left) and Jill Tokutomi (right) get ready to send letters that patrons wrote to their future selves in December 2019 outlining their goals and resolutions for 2020. What a year it was! Check out the San Rafael Public Library’s Instagram for more info on this timely program. Photo Credit: Henry...

Snapshot -- from the desk of City Manager, Jim Schutz

"... .  At Monday’s meeting, City Council ... . The final report will return to the City Council at a subsequent meeting for acceptance ... wildfire risk in San Rafael, the City Council has ... City Council ... 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. City Council meetings that fall on a holiday are rescheduled ..."

Spotlight Photo View from Terra Linda Ridge Fire Road Photo Credit: Jim Schutz Last Quiz Question Shout out to Tamra for being the first to correctly answer the last Snapshot Quiz question! The photo featured was of the famous ladder section of the Steep Ravine Trail on Mount Tamalpais. Certainly a favorite. Congratulations Tamra and thanks for reading Snapshot!    Scroll down for this week’s quiz and be...

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