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2/3/17 - Sidewalk Maintenance

"... to collaborate on an approach to sidewalk and tree maintenance. On Monday evening, the City Council ... the City matches the funding provided by the adjacent property owner up to a maximum of $1000 per ... property per year, with an annual budget of $250,000. The Sidewalk presentation presented to the City ... Council on Monday evening, February 6, 2017 is available on the Sidewalk Repair & Maintenance page. ..."

Over the last several months, our Public Works Department has worked with a number of neighborhoods to collaborate on an approach to sidewalk and tree maintenance. On Monday evening, the City Council will consider pursuing a shared sidewalk and tree maintenance program whereby the City matches the funding provided by the adjacent property owner up...

Cannabis

"... At their 7 p.m. meeting on Monday, the City Council will consider ... the City limits. This action would not approve any cannabis businesses. Rather, it would set up ... the regulatory framework to allow the City to be able to regulate this type of business in the future ... . Additionally, the City Council will consider adopting a resolution to revise the Medical Cannabis ..."

At their 7 p.m. meeting on Monday, the City Council will consider amending the City’s municipal code to allow wholesale medical cannabis distribution businesses within the City limits. This action would not approve any cannabis businesses. Rather, it would set up the regulatory framework to allow the City to be able to regulate this type...

General Plan 2040 Update

"... On Monday December 2, 2019 at 7 p.m., the City Council will hear ... update. Staff will brief the City Council on the status of the project and get input on key policy ..."

On Monday December 2, 2019 at 7 p.m., the City Council will hear a progress report on the General Plan 2040 update. Staff will brief the City Council on the status of the project and get input on key policy issues. Topics include transportation policy, including a proposed addition of a “vehicle miles traveled” methodology...

Homeless Report Update

"... Also at Monday’s meeting, the City Council will hear an informational presentation on the Homeless ... chronically homeless individuals off the street. In August, the City Council approved an MOU with Ritter ..."

Also at Monday’s meeting, the City Council will hear an informational presentation on the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT ) pilot program, as well as the status of the Ritter Center Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). HOT is an innovative new program in Downtown San Rafael that is working to get chronically homeless individuals off the street. ...

News Release: Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Limiting City Regulation Of Camping On Public Property

"... : John Stefanski, Assistant City Manager PIO ... impacts and hazards associated with encampments in the City, the San Rafael City Council passed ... . In response to the Preliminary Injunction Order, in April 2024 the City Council ... and cleanliness of shared public spaces. Earlier this year, the City and County of Marin jointly applied ... for the community and the City Council at its regularly scheduled meeting on August ..."

Media Contact: John Stefanski, Assistant City Manager PIO@cityofsanrafael.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 8, 2024 FEDERAL JUDGE DISMISSES LAWSUIT LIMITING CITY REGULATION OF CAMPING ON PUBLIC PROPERTY. SAN RAFAEL, CALIF. – After nearly one year of litigation, on August 7, 2024, United States District Judge, Edward Chen, granted the City’s motion to...

City of San Rafael and Local Partners Develop Service Support Area for Viaduct Encampments

"... San Rafael, CA- Over the last year, the City of San Rafael has ... or vulnerably housed due to the pandemic. This includes Marin County and the City of San Rafael ... experiencing homelessness. In November, the City Council allocated $1.3M in funding from the Affordable ... will create 44 units of permanent supportive housing. In June, the City Council authorized up to $260,000 ... , the County, the City, and local partners in Marin County have housed over 340 of the most vulnerable ..."

San Rafael, CA- Over the last year, the City of San Rafael has partnered with Caltrans, the County of Marin, CHP, and multiple service organizations to provide enhanced services for individuals experiencing homelessness. This innovative partnership has enabled the City to create a designated “service support area” that will launch July 6th. This designated space...

Ordinance Regulating Camping on Public Property

"... , the City ... Council ... structures being constructed in City parks and public rights of way, the City Council will adopt ... include the following: Grant’s Pass Amendments: Provides the City ... Order. Generally, the City will provide individuals with a 48-hour notice to cure the violation ..."

On August 18, 2024, the City Council passed Ordinance 2040, amending its regulations for camping on public property by individuals experiencing homelessness. The camping ordinance, effective October 3, 2024, updates San Rafael's regulations on camping in public spaces. It prohibits camping near schools, playgrounds, and public facilities, while allowing regulated camping in designated areas with...

Sales Tax Survey Results

"... in other revenue generating possibilities.” The City recently worked with a third-party to conduct ... the local sales tax rate. On Monday evening, the City Council will hear an informational report ... about the survey findings. The City Council will not be making a determination about whether a sales ..."

One of the action items identified in the COVID-19 Economic Recovery Plan is to “explore and gauge community interest in other revenue generating possibilities.” The City recently worked with a third-party to conduct a survey of local voters to determine community sentiment for a potential ballot measure to increase the local sales tax rate. On Monday evening, the...

Parking Time Limits

"... Also at their Monday meeting, the City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a proposed ... to not be considered stored on the City street. The ordinance would provide these tools in general ... , but implementing them in specific areas would subsequently require proper signage, notification, and City Council review. READ STAFF REPORT ..."

Also at their Monday meeting, the City Council will hold a public hearing and consider a proposed ordinance to limit parking time to reduce long term vehicle storage on certain public streets. These amendments will result in changes that allow for enforcement of parking limits by defining the hourly limit, the distance a vehicle must...

Snapshot -- Organics Recycling Law, Redistricting, Housing Survey, Fire Station 55 and more!!!

"... to San Rafael’s City Council electoral district plan. This is the third of four scheduled public hearings ... consultant to present draft City Council district maps, as well as any maps submitted by the public. All ... remote community participation for our City Council meetings, we ... regular City Council Meeting, the Council ... meetings are held every first and third Monday of the month. City Council ..."

Snapshot - de parte del Gerente de la Ciudad de San Rafael Spotlight Photo CAPTION: San Rafael City Limit Sign Taken from Richmond - San Rafael Bridge, February 2022 PHOTO CREDIT: Daniel Soto Last Quiz Question Congrats to Tiffany Haley for being the first to correctly respond to our mystery photo in the last Snapshot Quiz. The...

Frequently Asked Questions for the Proposed East San Rafael Residential Parking Permit Program

"... will be made by City Council ... , City Council has the ability to either ... on City Council direction. If approved, an anticipated program could launch within ... six months of the City Council approval. The timeline will depend on planning for community ... in their neighborhoods. In response, the San Rafael City Council identified this issue as a priority ..."

General Parking, Program Rationale, and Timeline Q: What is the purpose of the proposed Residential Parking Permit (RPP) program? The proposed RPP program aims to rebalance residential parking demand by encouraging parking in the Commercial and Kerner areas through safety improvements and incentives. Q: How will this program solve parking shortages? Analysis of parking conditions...

Snapshot -Electric Vehicle Strategy, Special Presentations, Events and More!!!

"... News Upcoming City Council Meeting – Tuesday September 5th, 2023 The following ... items will be considered at the upcoming City Council meeting on September 5th at 7 pm ... . Greenhouse Gas Inventory The City Council will hear an update on the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory ... outlined in the City’s Climate Change Action Plan 2030 (CCAP). The City Council will also receive a report ... Electric Vehicle Strategy The City Council will hear ..."

Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Los Gamos Hike ViewsPhoto Credit: Lidia Que, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats Kevin Smead! You can find the World’s Greatest Bait Shop in the Loch Lomond Marina in San Rafael. Congratulations Kevin, and thanks for reading Snapshot! Scroll down to see this edition’s quiz and be the...

Sales Tax Cap Exemption

"... in Marin County). At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Council ..."

The Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) is seeking support from each jurisdiction in Marin for their pursuit of State legislation that would provide a local sales tax cap exemption. The bill would provide an exemption of no more than an additional 0.5% and could allow TAM to ask voters to reauthorize and supplement the existing...

Proposed Changes to Police Use of Force Policy

"... On Monday, August 17th, the City Council will review recommended changes to the City of San Rafael ... , the Mayor assembled a community task force to assist City leaders in reviewing and determining whether ... the City should make any changes to the Police Department’s Use of Force Policy, particularly in light ... alongside City leaders and provided input resulting in the Chief of Police recommending numerous ... two remote ways to participate at our City ..."

On Monday, August 17th, the City Council will review recommended changes to the City of San Rafael Police Department’s Use of Force Policy. In June 2020, Mayor Phillips signed President Barack Obama’s “Mayor’s Pledge” to review San Rafael’s use of force policing policies. Additionally, the Mayor assembled a community task force to assist City leaders...

Essential Facilities Contracting

"... As the City proceeds with the Phase I Essential Facilities Projects, contractors must be selected ... . In view of these special considerations, at Monday’s City Council meeting, the City Council will consider ..."

As the City proceeds with the Phase I Essential Facilities Projects, contractors must be selected to build the Public Safety Center as well as Fire Stations 52 and 57. Because these projects are highly complex and costly projects, for the construction of critical public safety infrastructure buildings serving the public’s needs, it is very important...

Quiet Zone Update

"... At the September 6 City Council meeting, the City Council will consider a request from the City ..."

At the September 6 City Council meeting, the City Council will consider a request from the City of Novato to apply jointly for a comprehensive Quiet Zone that would stretch from San Rafael through Novato. A Quiet Zone is a defined area of track where the horn is not required to sound (except when entering/leaving a...

Transition from At-Large Elections to District-Based Elections

"... On Monday, December 18, the City Council will make a decision on whether or not to transition ... to District-Based Elections. The main three options for the City Council to consider include immediately ... options expose the City to a potential lawsuit alleging a violation of the California Voting Rights ..."

On Monday, December 18, the City Council will make a decision on whether or not to transition to District-Based Elections. The main three options for the City Council to consider include immediately transitioning to district-based elections, transitioning for the 2022 general election after using the results from the 2020 census to draw districts, or to...

Resolutions of Appreciation

"... At Monday’s City Council meeting, the Council will acknowledge Sean Prendiville, who is retiring ... . Thank you for your service, Sean! The City Council will also recognize the recipient of the Citizen ... an individual in the San Rafael community who has made exceptional contributions to the City, making it a better place to live or work. ..."

At Monday’s City Council meeting, the Council will acknowledge Sean Prendiville, who is retiring from the Library Board after 13 years of service. In addition to serving as the Board Chair for several years, Sean has been an enthusiastic and vocal supporter of public library services in San Rafael; especially when helping draw crowds into...

Community Updates-Policing in San Rafael

"... On October 23rd, 2023, the City Council approved appointments ... will be posted on this webpage. Before the PAAC appointments in October, the City conducted several ... for the Committee. The City hosted open houses in each City Council district to collect resident feedback ... , and engaged the community at City events such as the farmer's market and summer movie nights. Through ... this outreach, the City received thirty-one applicants representing all Council districts. For more ..."

In recent months, the City of San Rafael has been holding community meetings on the topic of “Policing in San Rafael” following a 2022 police incident that occurred in the Canal neighborhood. In each meeting, Police Chief Dave Spiller listened directly to the community’s concerns and committed to developing a formal response to the community’s input, which will include some form of police oversight in 2023.

Gigabit Internet for Libraries

"... At Monday’s City Council meeting, MARINET will make a presentation about gigabit internet for all ... (Marin’s library consortium) every public library in Marin County will soon be connected to a gigabit ..."

At Monday’s City Council meeting, MARINET will make a presentation about gigabit internet for all public libraries in Marin. Funded by a grant from the California State Library as well as MARINet (Marin’s library consortium) every public library in Marin County will soon be connected to a gigabit network connection—rapidly increasing network access speeds. The...

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