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San Rafael Begins Housing Element Update

"... The City of San Rafael has initiated an update of its Housing Element. This important document ... of the obstacles to building housing in the community. All cities and counties in the Bay Area ... to neighborhood groups and organizations, and meetings with the Planning Commission and City ... Council. For more information about the project, please visit: www.cityofsanrafael.org/housing-element-2031 ..."

The City of San Rafael has initiated an update of its Housing Element. This important document includes the City’s policies and programs for meeting the housing needs of all San Rafael residents, with a focus on lower income households and persons with special needs. The Housing Element includes an evaluation of local housing needs, identification of potential...

Stay Informed on Coronavirus (COVID-19)

"... Marin County Health and Human ... Services. The County has set up a new COVID-19 information hotline at 415-473-7191, and you can ... close contact with people who are sick. On Monday evening, the City Council ..."

Sign up for email updates and get the latest information about COVID-19 from Marin County Health and Human Services. The County has set up a new COVID-19 information hotline at 415-473-7191, and you can also email questions to COVID-19@marincounty.org. Help the community prevent the spread of germs and disease by: Washing your hands often with soap and...

City Hall Closed on Monday, January 21

"... City Hall and all non-essential City facilities will be closed on Monday, January 21 in observance ... during this time. The regular City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22. Visit our ... website to view a list of all City Hall closure dates. ..."

City Hall and all non-essential City facilities will be closed on Monday, January 21 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day holiday. Emergency police and fire services will be available during this time. The regular City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 22. Visit our website to view a list of...

Medical Cannabis Policy

"... Also on Monday evening, the City Council will hear an informational report and provide direction ... to staff on recommendations. Over the past six months, a Council subcommittee drafted a series ... transparency and reducing public safety risks, adding new revenue to support city infrastructure and services ..."

Also on Monday evening, the City Council will hear an informational report and provide direction to staff on recommendations. Over the past six months, a Council subcommittee drafted a series of goals and recommendations for San Rafael’s medical cannabis policy. Goals included providing safe patient access, exploring discreet and low impact and minimal public interface...

Third Street Rehabilitation

"... in Marin County), along with an additional $1.5 million from the State Local Partnership Program ... corridor. The findings of this study will also be presented to the City Council at their meeting ..."

Third Street is a critical component of San Rafael’s transportation network serving tens of thousands each day as they travel to work, school, recreation, and retail destinations. Marin County’s busiest transit node, the San Rafael Transit Center, brings nearly 9,000 people daily to and through Third Street as they use Golden Gate Transit and Marin...

Downtown Farmers’ Market Update

"... Also on Tuesday, the City Council will also hear a presentation from ..."

Also on Tuesday, the City Council will also hear a presentation from the San Rafael’s Downtown Farmers’ Market manager, Shayla Moran, about what to expect this upcoming season, including improvements to the market, new branding, and special activities.

Housing Affordability

"... Also on Monday, the City Council will consider a response to the Grand Jury regarding barriers ..."

Also on Monday, the City Council will consider a response to the Grand Jury regarding barriers to housing affordability. The proposed response largely agrees with the findings of the Grand Jury and provides a significant amount of detail on the issues around housing affordability in Marin.

Draft Refuse Ordinance to Comply with SB 1383

"... Draft SB 1383 Refuse OrdinanceAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AMENDING ... AT THE SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL ..."

Matched in attachment: "... . _________ AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AMENDING THE SAN RAFAEL MUNICIPAL ... COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AS FOLLOWS: DIVISION 1. ... The City Council may from time-to-time adopt by resolution policies and procedures to implement this ... council. ... CEQA The City Council finds that this Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality ..."

Draft SB 1383 Refuse OrdinanceAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL AMENDING THE SAN RAFAEL MUNICIPAL CODE TO REPEAL AND REPLACE CHAPTER 9.19 CONCERNING SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND DISPOSAL AND EDIBLE FOOD RECOVERY, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SENATE BILL 1383. TO HAVE A FIRST READING AT THE SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL...

Climate Change Action Plan

"... The time has come! The completed Climate Change Action Plan 2030 will be presented to the City ... Council for consideration at Monday’s meeting. The Climate Change Action Plan 2030 sets targets ... that residents, businesses, and the City can take to reach that goal. The Plan has been developed in alignment ... with State climate goals, as well as the regional effort spearheaded by the County known as Drawdown ..."

The time has come! The completed Climate Change Action Plan 2030 will be presented to the City Council for consideration at Monday’s meeting. The Climate Change Action Plan 2030 sets targets for a minimum 40-percent reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2030 and outlines steps that residents, businesses, and the City can take to...

7/20/18 -Point San Pedro Road Median Assessment District

"... On Monday, July 16th City Council approved a $4.50 annual increase for the Pt. San Pedro ... on the medians, allowing the City to double the days per week the contractor is onsite maintaining the medians ... out there twice a week March through October. City Council approved the new contract ..."

On Monday, July 16th City Council approved a $4.50 annual increase for the Pt. San Pedro Median Assessment District – the first increase since the inception of the Assessment District in 2013. For the last few years, the revenue generated for the Operations and Maintenance of the district has not covered the actual operations and...

Planning Commission - November 12, 2024 (Cancelled)

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

Date and time: 2024-11-12 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentDate and time: 2024-11-12 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentDate and time: 2024-11-12 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentDate and time: 2024-11-12 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentAgendaPlanning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday, November 12, 2024 7:00 P.M. AGENDA...

Climate Change and Conservation Progress

"... iMatterYouth team will make a presentation at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. The students ..."

Students from the Marin School of Environmental Leadership's iMatterYouth team will make a presentation at Tuesday’s City Council meeting. The students will deliver a report card on San Rafael's climate action progress and provide data on San Rafael’s progress in regards to conservation efforts.

July 6, 2021 Council meeting presentation recap - NB US-101 to EB I-580 Direct Connector (TAM)

"... City Council meeting, City staff, the City's consultant, Barry Miller, and the Transportation ... to and from this vital area of the City. Each of the possible alignments impact the residents of San ... and input from the City Council and public. Check ..."

On the July 6, 2021 City Council meeting, City staff, the City's consultant, Barry Miller, and the Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) presented a presentation of the potential guiding principles representing San Rafael's interests in the TAM study of alternative alignments for the Northbound US-101 to Eastbound I-580 Direct Connector project. Currently, drivers who wish...

The Fiscal Year Ahead

"... Also on Monday, the City Council will receive an informational report on the City’s financial ..."

Also on Monday, the City Council will receive an informational report on the City’s financial performance and budget changes for fiscal year 2016-2017. This is a follow-up to the first financial review which was held in December 2016. They will also receive a preview of the General Fund budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

Variance

"... may be appealed to the City Council ..."

What is a Variance? A Variance is permission to depart from the literal requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. Variances provide the discretion and flexibility necessary to resolve practical difficulties or unnecessary hardships resulting from a zoning requirement. Variances may be approved with conditions to ensure compatibility. When the strict interpretation of a zoning regulation, such...

Protecting Your Home From Wildfire

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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 adopted new vegetation standards as part of our Wildfire Protection Action Plan. Fire knows no boundaries and therefore vegetation standards now apply to all structures and...

Investigation Underway into Anti-Semitic Flyers Distributed in Neighborhood

"... residential video footage, which may lead to the identity of the person(s) responsible. The City of San ... and will stand by all of its residents to support them against hatred and bigotry. The San Rafael City ... Council passed a Resolution earlier this year to support Jewish American Heritage and stated ... , “The City of San Rafael shares the obligation to condemn and combat anti-Semitism and hatred wherever ... they exist.” The San Rafael City Council also supports Assembly Bill 2282, which would strengthen law ..."

San Rafael, CA – On Sunday, July 24, 2022, an investigation into who distributed anti-Semitic flyers in San Rafael was started after police were called to the city’s West End neighborhood in the downtown. Just after 6:45 PM, the San Rafael Police Department received information that an unknown person(s) distributed anti-Semitic flyers to driveways...

Update on Ritter Center

"... A year ago, the City of San Rafael and the Ritter Center discussed possible operational changes ... first established elsewhere. At their meeting on Monday, March 6 at 7 p.m., the City Council ..."

A year ago, the City of San Rafael and the Ritter Center discussed possible operational changes to their site to reduce impacts to the surrounding area. These discussions resulted in a formal agreement to relocate their shower, mail, and homeless food pantry services if comparable services were first established elsewhere. At their meeting on Monday,...

Applications sought for Library Parcel Tax Committee

"... The City Council is seeking applications to fill five positions on the newly created Measure D ... in a manner consistent with the language of the ballot measure approving the tax. Applications are now available online and at the City Clerk’s office. ..."

The City Council is seeking applications to fill five positions on the newly created Measure D Special Library Parcel Tax Committee. This Committee will meet at least twice annually and will act as an independent oversight committee to ensure the Library spends the funds from the parcel tax in a manner consistent with the language...

Andersen Drive at-grade-crossing

"... crossing to be the most appropriate design. At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider plans for a new at-grade rail crossing at Andersen Drive. ..."

To prepare for SMART’s planned rail service to Larkspur, San Rafael identified and studied six possibilities to accommodate a rail crossing at Andersen Drive; ultimately finding a modified at-grade crossing to be the most appropriate design. At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider plans for a new at-grade rail crossing at Andersen Drive.

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