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SB54

"... The City of San Rafael has long operated with an abiding respect for all of our community. We ... are a city for all of our residents and businesses and are proud of the trust that we have built with our ... are a stronger city for it. This commitment is not new. On Monday evening at their 7 p.m. meeting ... , the City Council will consider an advisory letter to Senate President pro Tempore Kevin de León ..."

The City of San Rafael has long operated with an abiding respect for all of our community. We are a city for all of our residents and businesses and are proud of the trust that we have built with our immigrant community. Immigrants are extremely valued and essential members of San Rafael and we are...

Loch Lomond Assessment District - July 2, 2018

"... At the Monday meeting, the City Council will consider setting ..."

At the Monday meeting, the City Council will consider setting the rate of a special tax on parcels in “The Strand” development in Loch Lomond. This tax supports the maintenance of infrastructure including streets, sidewalks, storm drains, landscaping, lighting, the playground, and more. Each year, an engineer’s study recommends an assessment to cover these costs....

Community Homeless Fund

"... in the Winter months. On Monday evening, the City Council will consider participating in the fund ..."

Homelessness is a regional challenge and requires collaboration between public agencies across Marin. A couple of years ago, the Community Homeless Fund was established to help fund regional approaches to solving homelessness, such as a rotating shelter program in the Winter months. On Monday evening, the City Council will consider participating in the fund by...

City of San Rafael Dredging Project update

"... Since September 2021, City staff has been working on dredging permits for City owned parcels ... Department of Fish and Wildlife, and CA State Lands Commission. The City coordinated an “umbrella permitting ... permitting efforts to the City and individual property owners. This permitting effort would allow private ... property owners to dredge their own parcels with a city master contract in 2022, which would complement ... ). The full dredging of the Canal has not been completed since 2002. The City Council authorized ..."

Since September 2021, City staff has been working on dredging permits for City owned parcels and on behalf of 101 property owners along the San Rafael Canal. These permits include the Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC), the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and CA State Lands...

Grand Jury Report on Public Engagement

"... improve our practices in this area. At their Monday evening meeting, the City Council will consider a proposed response to the report. READ THE STAFF REPORT ..."

We are always looking to improve the way we engage and connect with our community. The Grand Jury conducted an assessment of public engagement practices throughout Marin and commended San Rafael for receiving the Davenport Institute for Public Engagement and Civic Leadership’s highest award for public engagement in 2016. Public engagement is an ongoing process...

2016-2017 General Fund Financial Results

"... Also on Monday night, the City Council will consider an update on the year-end results of Fiscal ..."

Also on Monday night, the City Council will consider an update on the year-end results of Fiscal Year 2016-17. Property-related taxes ended the year strong, while sales tax revenues ended at the lowest level in three years. General Fund revenues came in $900K short of projections, mostly due to the decline in sales tax and...

Planning Commission - February 13, 2024

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

Date and time: 2024-02-13 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community DevelopmentDate and time: 2024-02-13 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community DevelopmentAgendaPlanning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 25, 2023, 7:00 P.M. AGENDA Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901 or Participate Virtually: Watch on Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/PlanningCommission23 Watch on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/cityofsanrafael Telephone:...

Direct Connect Pilot

"... department will provide a status report on the pilot to the City Council ..."

The San Rafael Fire Department is constantly innovating to find better ways to deliver important services that our community relies on. Our Fire Department recently began a 90-day pilot program aimed to better serve frequent 9-1-1 callers, helping to connect people to needed services. This program targets callers who request emergency services more than four...

San Rafael Wraps Canal Broadband Feasibility Study

"... feasibility project to the City Council. The presentation focused on the results of work over the past 2 ... broadband network design and map that proposes how to build out a City-owned fiber infrastructure ... was adopted by the Board of Supervisors in February 2022 and supported by the San Rafael City Council ... Neighborhood Wi-Fi Project,” a partnership between the City, County of Marin, San Rafael City Schools ... , the City took ownership of the Canal Wi-Fi public Wi-Fi network (built in 2020 with the County of Marin ..."

On Monday, February 3rd, the Digital Service team presented the findings of the Canal Broadband feasibility project to the City Council. The presentation focused on the results of work over the past 2 years to begin the process of addressing permanent broadband infrastructure needs for the Canal neighborhood. The project was funded by a Local...

Charting Progress to 2040

"... , the City Council will consider the draft work program for the new General Plan 2040, which would ... guide the City for the next 20 years. This is the first step in what will be a multi-year ..."

Do you have an interest in what San Rafael looks like in 2040? Then you should be sure to participate in our General Plan process! The City’s current General Plan 2020 has been in place since 2004 and as we approach 2020, is nearing the end of its useful life. At their Monday, February 6...

Good Design Guidelines for Downtown

"... What makes a great Downtown? On Monday February 5, 2017, the San Rafael City Council received ... from existing City documents such as General Plan 2020 and the Downtown San Rafael Vision, as well ..."

What makes a great Downtown? On Monday February 5, 2017, the San Rafael City Council received a presentation from Planning Commissioner Larry Paul and a working group of design professionals on Criteria for Good Design in Downtown San Rafael. The working group has been meeting for several months to develop a cohesive design framework for...

Transgender Day of Visibility

"... transgender justice. The City of San Rafael is home to many Transgender (trans) and nonbinary people who ... and the City Council of the City of San Rafael recognizes March 31st as Transgender Day of Visibility ... in the City of San Rafael ..."

This year marks the 13th annual Transgender Day of Visibility, an annual awareness day celebrated around the world. The day is dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments of transgender and gender nonconforming people while raising awareness of the work that still needs to be done to achieve transgender justice. The City of San Rafael is home...

District Elections Study Session

"... The City ... Council will hold a Study Session on Monday ... evening from 6 to 7 p.m. at City Hall to hear a presentation about the California Voting Rights Act ... (CVRA), which requires cities under certain conditions to transition from at-large elections to district ... that San Rafael has a history of “racially polarized” voting and threatens the City with litigation ..."

The City Council will hold a Study Session on Monday evening from 6 to 7 p.m. at City Hall to hear a presentation about the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA), which requires cities under certain conditions to transition from at-large elections to district-based elections. San Rafael has learned that it will be receiving a letter that...

703 Third Street - New Downtown Housing Near Transit

"... , the City ... Council ... efforts by our City staff. After careful evaluation, staff is recommending approval, as the project ..."

At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider approving the Use Permit, Environmental and Design Review Permit, and Lot Consolidation applications to allow the construction of a new, 120-unit, mixed-use building located at 703 Third Street (at the southwest corner of Third Street and Lincoln Avenue). This project includes 120 rental units (12 of which...

Library and Recreation Personnel Changes

"... , the City Council ..."

On July 15, 2019, the City Council authorized combining the former Community Services Department with the former Library Department. The new department is called “Library and Recreation,” and together, they create new possibilities for collaboration and innovation in programming and services for the community. We have been carefully evaluating the design of the new department, which...

Tiscornia Marsh - Letter of Endorsement/Support

"... , dramatically impacting habitat for species. On Monday evening, the City Council will consider approving ..."

The Tiscornia Marsh site covers 20 acres of tidal marsh and bay lands located north of East Canal Street. The marsh has experienced considerable erosion along its bayward edge and over the last 30 years, approximately three acres of the tidal marsh has been lost, dramatically impacting habitat for species. On Monday evening, the City...

Northgate Town Square-Public Hearing Schedule Update

"... a tentative public hearing schedule showing November 18th as the first City Council hearing ..."

Northgate Town Square Schedule Update: At the September 24th Study Session, staff presented a tentative public hearing schedule showing November 18th as the first City Council hearing. That date has since been updated. A hearing on the first reading of the rezoning Ordinance and all other entitlements is now planned to be held on December 2nd...

Spinnaker Point Parking Modifications - Initial study / mitigated negative declaration

"... on the Initial Study must be submitted to the City by Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021. The City Council ..."

The CEQA 30-day public review period of this project’s Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration began on May 24th, 2021 and will close on Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021. Electronic copies of these documents can be downloaded by visiting the project webpage. All written comments on the Initial Study must be submitted to the City by Tuesday, June 22nd,...

Traffic Safety Grant

"... On Tuesday evening, the City Council will decide whether or not to accept a $110,000.00 Step Grant ... for a “Selective Traffic Enforcement Program.” With the grant funds the City of San Rafael could ..."

On Tuesday evening, the City Council will decide whether or not to accept a $110,000.00 Step Grant for a “Selective Traffic Enforcement Program.” With the grant funds the City of San Rafael could improve traffic safety by conducting DUI checkpoints and saturation patrols, distracted driving enforcement, high collision intersection enforcement, speed enforcement patrols, and enforcement...

June Pride Month Proclamation

"... On June 7, 2021 the City of San Rafael City Council held a special presentation recognizing June ... as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer+ (LGBTQ+) Pride Month. The City of San Rafael has ... in the community. June is a time for the City to celebrate the dynamic LGBTQ+ community, raise ... was read by Mayor Kate and accepted by City of San Rafael ... , the Progress Pride Pride Flag was raised at City Hall will remain until the end of the month. ..."

On June 7, 2021 the City of San Rafael City Council held a special presentation recognizing June as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer+ (LGBTQ+) Pride Month. The City of San Rafael has a diverse LGBTQ+ community and is committed to supporting visibility, dignity, and equity for all people in the community. June is a time...

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