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Temporary Appointment and Call for Applications for Interim City Clerk

"... After 18 years of service, San Rafael’s City Clerk, Esther Beirne is retiring. At their Tuesday ... meeting, the City Council will consider appointing an Interim City Clerk to serve on a temporary basis ... , as well as releasing a call for applications to appoint a permanent City Clerk to serve until the next election in 2020. READ STAFF REPORT ..."

After 18 years of service, San Rafael’s City Clerk, Esther Beirne is retiring. At their Tuesday meeting, the City Council will consider appointing an Interim City Clerk to serve on a temporary basis, as well as releasing a call for applications to appoint a permanent City Clerk to serve until the next election in 2020....

PG&E Gas Pipeline Replacement Program - Construction Update

"... County. After the San Bruno pipeline explosion, PG&E thoroughly evaluated gas lines throughout ... &E representatives will be providing an update to the City Council on their progress. For more ..."

Over the past several months, PG&E has been working on a vital natural gas main that travels through the Bret Harte neighborhood and feeds most of southern Marin County. After the San Bruno pipeline explosion, PG&E thoroughly evaluated gas lines throughout the state and identified this one as one needing replacing. PG&E’s construction has involved...

Call for Applications for Various Boards and Commissions

"... Committee on Economic Development and Affordable Housing. Starting Wednesday, the City Council ..."

There are upcoming vacancies on the following boards and commissions: Library Board of Trustees; the Solid Waste Joint Powers Authority (Zero Waste Marin) Local Task Force; and the Citizens Advisory Committee on Economic Development and Affordable Housing. Starting Wednesday, the City Council will be accepting applications. MORE INFO ON BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS STAFF REPORT -- LIBRARY BOARD...

San Rafael Update: Vaccine distribution, "rent freeze" ordinance, stimulus check, & more

"... Marin County Public Health and healthcare providers announced today ... that Marin County residents who ... Marin residents track when they may be eligible to receive a vaccine, the County ... City Council meeting, the San Rafael City Council voted to adopt ... | Sausalito City Hall ..."

Marin County Public Health and healthcare providers announced today that Marin County residents who are age 75 or above will be prioritized for available vaccine supplies. Existing vaccine appointments for all other sectors in Phase 1B scheduled for this week including, childcare, education, food and agriculture, and emergency services will keep their scheduled appointment. To help Marin residents track when they may be eligible to receive...

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...

San Rafael Police K9 & Blue

"... Department canine Jesko will be sworn in at the Monday, December 2nd City Council ..."

If you love dogs, you’re in for a treat: San Rafael Police Department canine Jesko will be sworn in at the Monday, December 2nd City Council meeting, but the excitement doesn’t stop there; we will also be welcoming Blue, a retired Guide Dogs for the Blind golden retriever/labrador mix who will be providing therapeutic benefits...

Transit Center Update

"... The City Council will receive an informational update on the San Rafael Transit Center Relocation ..."

The City Council will receive an informational update on the San Rafael Transit Center Relocation Study at their meeting on Monday. Relocation of the transit center will be necessary when SMART extends service to Larkspur, as the location of the tracks will directly impact bus operations. This grant-funded study focuses on identifying both interim and...

Establishment of the Kenneth Edlin Memorial Fund

"... to improving our library facilities and services to the community. On Monday evening, the City ... Council will consider accepting the donation and establishing a memorial fund. READ THE STAFF REPORT ..."

The San Rafael Library has received a generous donation of $385,000 from the trust of Mr. Ken Edlin. A long-time San Rafael resident, Mr. Edlin worked as a lawyer in San Francisco and was a veteran and served in the Air Force during World War II. We are grateful to Mr. Edlin’s generous contribution to...

Call for Library Board Applications

"... The City Council is seeking applicants to fill two four-year terms ... will be available at the City Clerk's office in City Hall or online. ..."

The City Council is seeking applicants to fill two four-year terms on the San Rafael Board of Library Trustees. Members of the board evaluate and develop current and long-range needs of the library, policies and regulations regarding the library’s budget, programs, outreach and facilities. Starting Tuesday, applications will be available at the City Clerk's office...

San Rafael Transit Center Environmental Work Begins

"... Transit (SMART) system to Larkspur. Several government agencies, including the City of San Rafael ... for the current and future mobility needs of San Rafael and Marin County. As SMART is extended further south ... connectivity and safety. At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will discuss and officially provide ..."

The Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District (Golden Gate Transit) has started a multi-year process to develop a new transit center for San Rafael. The current transit center will be affected by the extension of Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) system to Larkspur. Several government agencies, including the City of San Rafael, are partnering to identify a new...

Municipal Clerks Week - Monday

"... Monday everyone! Did you know that Ancient Greece had a city secretary who read official ... who should seek to deceive the people. Interestingly enough, City Clerks are reverting back ... to the times in Ancient Greece by reading comments aloud into the record for our virtual City Council ... . a. City ..."

Happy Monday everyone! Did you know that Ancient Greece had a city secretary who read official documents publicly? At the opening of a meeting, one of their duties was to read a curse upon anyone who should seek to deceive the people. Interestingly enough, City Clerks are reverting back to the times in Ancient Greece...

Storm Water Pump Station Repair

"... The City owns and operates 12 storm water pump stations. The vast majority of the City’s storm ... drain inlets, located along the curbs of City streets, drain into these pump stations, where the water ... is pumped back out to the Bay. These stations work hard during the winter months to keep our City ... which includes pulling the pumps and rebuilding motors, damaged pipes, etc. On Tuesday evening, City ... Council will consider a bid from Pump Repair Service Company of San Francisco for this year’s maintenance work. READ THE STAFF REPORT ..."

The City owns and operates 12 storm water pump stations. The vast majority of the City’s storm drain inlets, located along the curbs of City streets, drain into these pump stations, where the water is pumped back out to the Bay. These stations work hard during the winter months to keep our City streets from...

Snapshot: Pickleweed project kicks off — B Street gets safer — Día de los Muertos festivity

"... Upcoming City Council Meeting ... and Regular City Council meetings ... . Regular Meeting at 6:00 PM: Location: Council Chambers ... Agenda: City Manager ... . Details: City staff ..."

Upcoming City Council Meeting Special and Regular City Council meetings are scheduled for this Monday, October 21. Why it matters: These meetings will address key decisions impacting community development and services, providing community members with an opportunity to stay informed and engaged. Details: Special Meeting at 4:00 PM. Location: Third Floor Conference Room Agenda: Interviews...

Homelessness Update: April 2024

"... by the City of San Rafael and its partner agencies has continued to guide ... the survey, the City, service agencies, and County of Marin have planned an effort to assess 100 ... at the path. The City has also provided additional bathrooms, trash service, and will soon provide ... with the County through its Whole Person Care program.  The County and City will jointly choose ... camping ordinance at the April 15, 2024 City Council meeting. The City’s current camping ordinance ..."

Survey Continues to Inform Program Direction The December 2023 survey of individuals experiencing homelessness conducted by the City of San Rafael and its partner agencies has continued to guide the City’s response to homelessness, as reported in the Marin Independent Journal. Since the survey, the City, service agencies, and County of Marin have planned an...

1/25/2019 - Southern Heights Bridge Update

"... Recently, the City has been working closely with Caltrans to complete the environmental review ... . In addition, the City has been collaborating with seven of the surrounding residents to obtain temporary ... construction easements. The Southern Heights Bridge project will go before City Council Monday ... § Council Awards Project: September 2019 ..."

Recently, the City has been working closely with Caltrans to complete the environmental review process and Caltrans has approved full funding for the construction of the Southern Heights Bridge. In addition, the City has been collaborating with seven of the surrounding residents to obtain temporary construction easements. The Southern Heights Bridge project will go before...

City Administrative Offices Closed for Presidents' Day

"... The City’s administrative offices in City Hall, the San Rafael Public Library, and the City’s ... , the City Council meeting will be on Tuesday, February 21 at 7 p.m. ..."

The City’s administrative offices in City Hall, the San Rafael Public Library, and the City’s community centers will be closed on Monday, February 20, in observance of the holiday. 24-hour operations will remain in effect for the Police and Fire Departments. Due to the Presidents' Day Holiday, the City Council meeting will be on Tuesday,...

CalTrans is planning a Freitas Parkway offramp re-do

"... to host a public meeting to get input and bring their design to the City Council for an informational update in November. ..."

The Caltrans engineering team is working to relocate the bus stop at the northbound Freitas Parkway offramp to make it safer and ADA accessible. As a part of the project, they are proposing to improve the intersection of Freitas Parkway, Civic Center Drive and Old Redwood Highway by installing a round-about there. This exciting change...

Federal Funds for Rental Assistance

"... relief programs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On Monday evening, the City Council will consider ..."

Through the CARES Act, a federal funding program called the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) will provide restricted funding to local governments to assist their communities with financial relief programs due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On Monday evening, the City Council will consider allocating these additional CDBG funds to provide emergency assistance to qualified households...

Grand Jury Report: Police Body-Worn Cameras

"... On Monday evening, the City Council will consider a response to the recently released ..."

On Monday evening, the City Council will consider a response to the recently released Grand Jury report, Body-worn Cameras and Marin Law Enforcement: Follow Up Report. Body-worn cameras became standard equipment at the San Rafael Police Department in October of 2014 and our officers have embraced the technology. We recently upgraded to a new generation...

Temporary Outdoor Dining & Retail Permits

"... , the latest Marin County Public Health order will allow outdoor dining and retail based on the following ... with you on a case-by-case basis. On Monday night the City Council will consider ... the City ... by the County. The meeting starts at 7pm and you can participate ..."

We are partnering with the San Rafael Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Business Improvement District to support our incredible business community as best as possible. Starting next week, the latest Marin County Public Health order will allow outdoor dining and retail based on the following guidelines: Guidelines for retail Guidelines for restaurants To facilitate outdoor dining...

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