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Why I'm Optimistic

"... of a 200-person strong City Council meeting this past Monday that witnessed the full gamut of public ... (the City, the business community, the faith-based community, providers, and community members) took action ... This Insight Mean for the City of San Rafael and the County of Marin? #1 We Have to Stop ... , it is critical to emphasize - while the services themselves are often cited as the reason ... will not be solved by one person working at the City, by one organization, or by one approach or policy. We all ..."

by Andrew Hening, Director of Homeless Planning & Outreach It is perhaps fitting that my first official message to you as the Director of Homeless Planning & Outreach comes on the heels of a 200-person strong City Council meeting this past Monday that witnessed the full gamut of public opinion and general mounting frustration about...

Planning Commission - August 9, 2022

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

Date and time: Date and time: 2022-08-09 07:00 pmLocation: Planning Commission - August 9, 2022Department: Public MeetingsDate and time: 2022-08-09 07:00 pmLocation: Planning Commission - August 9, 2022Department: Public MeetingsAgendaPlanning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 7:00 P.M. AGENDA In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901 Participate Virtually:...

News Release: Federal Judge Limits City from Enforcing Fire Code for Francisco Blvd. West Illegal Structures

"... Federal Judge Limits City from ... , June 12, the City of San Rafael issued notices to seven ... in place pending the outcome of appeals of other City notices about illegal structures on public ... . The City ... , the City Council adopted a new Camping Ordinance in response ..."

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 17, 2024 Federal Judge Limits City from Enforcing Fire Code for Francisco Blvd. West Illegal Structures San Rafael, Calif. – On Friday, June 14, Judge Edward Chen of the United States District Court, Northern District limited the City’s planned enforcement of its Fire Code regarding illegal structures along Francisco Blvd....

3301 Kerner

"... units all across the county, from Mill Valley to Larkspur to Novato. While we are extremely grateful ... Rafael, immediately across the street from a major transit stop, a grocery store, and the County ... be worth more than $6 million in State funding. This is ultimately going to be a County of Marin real ... 10th Additionally, the City of San Rafael City Council will consider allocating ..."

From March of 2016 through September of 2017, a pilot program in San Rafael called the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) created a new collaborative service model that housed 23 of the hardest-to-serve, chronically homeless people in San Rafael. On October 1, 2017, this strategy of prioritizing housing and services for the most vulnerable, high-needs members...

SMART Overnight Testing for Larkspur Extension Starts August 23

"... during testing is required by the Federal Railway Administration. Has the City ... . The City of San Rafael has requested that the Quiet Zone be extended along the alignment from Third ... . Once the crossings and associated signalization is approved, the City can request the implementation ... segment, the City decided to implement the Quiet Zone in conjunction with the start of commercial ... SMART lets us know when they intend to start commercial service, the City Council can make a decision ..."

SMART is getting closer to opening its extension to Larkspur and will begin testing the train control and railroad crossing warning systems along the newly constructed portion of track from San Rafael to Larkspur. Track testing will take place on track segments between Mission Ave and Larkspur. The overnight testing will take place between 9:30...

Meet San Rafael's new Planning Commission and Board of Library Trustee members!

"... Boards and Commissions June Appointments In June, the City Council appointed three ... character of San Rafael while encouraging smart and strategic growth that will ensure the city ... , including two redevelopment projects for the City of Menlo Park, and he believes his skills will help ... San Rafael grow in an ecologically and financially sustainable way that preserves the City's health ... at her children's school, and reads with them at the San Rafael City Library, leveraging both physical ..."

Boards and Commissions June Appointments In June, the City Council appointed three members to the Planning Commission: Samina Saude, Eli Hill and Jon Previtali; and one new member to the Board of Library Trustees: Adriana Duque Hughes. Here is a little information about our newly appointed members: Samina Saude is is joining the Planning Commission...

Design Review Board – March 7, 2023

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

Date and time: 2023-03-07 07:00 pmLocation: Design Review Board – March 7, 2023Department: Community DevelopmentDate and time: 2023-03-07 07:00 pmLocation: Design Review Board – March 7, 2023Department: Community DevelopmentAgendaDesign Review Board Regular Meeting Tuesday, March 7, 7:00 P.M. AGENDA Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901 Or Participate...

Third Street Improvement project - 4/22/22 weekly update

"... The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates ... . The City of San Rafael has begun an extensive 18-month Third Street improvement project ... of residents on a daily basis as they travel to work, school, recreation, and retail destinations. The City ... Safety project construction agreement was awarded to Ghilotti Bros. Inc. by the City Council on Monday ... the City at thirdstreet@cityofsanrafael.org ..."

The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. The City of San Rafael has begun an extensive 18-month Third Street...

2016: A Year in Review

"... -in-Time Count to-date. As I look back over the past 12 months, the City has taken a number ... . To kick off my third week on the job last March, we had a 200-person City Council meeting that centered ... on whether or not the City should revoke the Ritter Center’s use permit. In the end ... , the City has renewed a very successful expansion ... with the County of Marin and our sister cities in Marin. This is absolutely a team effort, and we have been ..."

On March 7th, I will have officially been the City’s Director of Homeless Planning & Outreach for one year (it's been a great honor, thank you!). Later this spring our community will be receiving the results from our 2017 Homeless Point-in-Time Count, which is one of the best benchmarks we have for assessing whether or...

Design Review Board - November 8, 2022

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

Date and time: Date and time: 2022-11-08 07:00 pmLocation: Design Review Board - November 8, 2022Department: Community DevelopmentDate and time: 2022-11-08 07:00 pmLocation: Design Review Board - November 8, 2022Department: Community DevelopmentAgendaDesign Review Board Regular Meeting Tuesday, November 8, 2022, 7:00 P.M. AGENDA In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: Are you wearing a mask?

"... from Marin and Sonoma Counties, as well as an infectious disease physician ... : Senator Mike McGuire; Sonoma County Public Health ... Mase; Marin County Public Health Officer Dr. Matt Willis ... , the City of San Rafael, Canal Alliance, and San Rafael City Schools has been underway to build a free ... . At the last City Council meeting ..."

It’s no secret that COVID-19 is dynamic, from how long the virus lives on various surfaces to the level at which some are affected by the virus compared to others. It can feel complex and exhausting in the ways in which we must be on guard to protect ourselves and others at all times. COVID-19 safety measures, including wearing a mask, are still more important than...

Update: Overnight Testing for the Larkspur Extension Continues

"... and Larkspur.SMART’s systems testing also supports the City of San Rafael in its efforts to establish a quiet ... ). Has the City applied for a Quiet Zone in the neighborhoods near the Larkspur Extension ... been installed. The City of San Rafael has requested that the Quiet Zone be extended along ... in late September. Once the crossings and associated signalization is approved, the City can request ... is complete. When SMART lets us know when they intend to start commercial service, the City Council can ..."

Please be advised that SMART intends to resume overnight testing on Friday, August 30, and continue through Sunday, September 1, between 9:30 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. Regular updates on the testing schedule will be posted on SonomaMarinTrain.org as they become available. According to SMART, railroad crossing warning devices and train control systems along the new extension from San...

San Rafael launches new digital city platform to better serve residents online

"... , using a holistically innovative approach to how cities ... . San Rafael (pop. 57,713), the largest city in Marin County, located directly north of San ... . The new web presence marks the beginning of a new digital direction for the city ... . The new city platform includes a mobile-friendly interface that adapts to all ... : Digital Services Presentation to San Rafael City Council ..."

San Rafael, Calif., launched its new digital presence, located at cityofsanrafael.org, using a holistically innovative approach to how cities will procure and deliver online services to residents in the future. San Rafael (pop. 57,713), the largest city in Marin County, located directly north of San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge, began its digital transformation...

Planning Commission - November 29, 2022

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

Date and time: Date and time: Location: Planning Commission - November 29, 2022Department: Planning Commission - November 29, 2022Date and time: 2022-11-29 07:00 pmLocation: Planning Commission - November 29, 2022Department: Community DevelopmentAgendaPlanning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday, November 29, 2022, 7:00 P.M. AGENDA Participate In-Person: San Rafael City Council Chambers 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA...

Fire Station 57 Update July 2017

"... facilities in San Rafael. In July 2015 the City Council approved a strategic plan for essential ... TEAM: Owner: City of San Rafael Project/Construction Manager: Kitchell, Sacramento, CA Architect ..."

Executive Summary In November 2013, Measure E was passed by the voters of San Rafael extending for 20 years an existing 0.5% sales tax and adding 0.25% in an effort to set aside funds to begin to address the aging public safety facilities in San Rafael. In July 2015 the City Council approved a strategic...

Planning Commission - January 25, 2022

"... Recommending to the City Council Adoption of an Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code to Establish ... Resolution Recommending to the City Council Adoption of an Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code ... Pilot Program Resolution Recommending to the City Council Adoption of an Ordinance ... Advisory Committee (DRAC) 1-Year Pilot Program Resolution Recommending to the City Council ... Resolution Recommending to the City Council Adoption of an Ordinance Amending the Zoning Code ..."

Date and time: Date and time: 2022-01-25 07:00 pmLocation: Planning Commission - January 25, 2022Department: Public MeetingsDate and time: 2022-01-25 07:00 pmLocation: Planning Commission - January 25, 2022Department: Public MeetingsAgendaPlanning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 25, 2022, 7:00 P.M. AGENDA Virtual Meeting Watch on Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/pc-2022-01-25 Watch on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/cityofsanrafael Telephone: (669) 900-9128 Meeting ID:...

SMART Larkspur Track Testing Schedule Update (9/13/2019 - 9/28/2019)

"... . The completion of testing will ultimately help the City of San Rafael establish a Quiet ... at railroad crossings. (See 49 Code of Federal Regulations 222). Has the City ... . The City of San Rafael has requested that the Quiet Zone be extended along the alignment from Third Street ... the crossings and associated signalization is approved, the City can request the implementation ... lets us know when they intend to start commercial service, the City Council can make a decision ..."

SMART has scheduled the remainder of the safety tests on the following dates. Stay tuned for changes as test results may impact the testing schedule. Friday, September 13 from 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Saturday, September 14 from 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Friday, September 20 from 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Saturday, September 21 from 11:00...

Update: SMART Larkspur Extension Testing (9/6/2019 - 9/8/2019)

"... ). Has the City applied for a Quiet Zone in the neighborhoods near the Larkspur Extension ... signalization has been installed. The City of San Rafael has requested that the Quiet Zone be extended along ... and signalization in late September. Once the crossings and associated signalization is approved, the City can ... . In the initial operating segment, the City decided to implement the Quiet Zone in conjunction ... is complete. When SMART lets us know when they intend to start commercial service, the City ..."

SMART has made great progress towards completing railroad crossing tests and will soon begin testing train control systems. The next overnight testing sessions are scheduled for: Friday, September 6, 11:00 p.m. to Saturday, September 7, 8:00 a.m. Saturday, September 7, 11:00 p.m. to Sunday, September 8, 8:00 a.m. As a part of the testing process, you may...

Northgate Mall Redevelopment Draft Environmental Impact Report Released

"... Impact Report Released SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Jan. 5, 2024 – The City ... this period, the City will prepare a Final EIR which will include responses to all substantive comments ... and City Council in making the decision to certify the EIR and approve or deny the project. Members ... -town-square Physical Copies are available to review in person at: City ... to: City of San Rafael, Community Development Department—3rd Floor, 1400 Fifth Street, San Rafael, CA ..."

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: April Talley, Project Director April.Talley@cityofsanrafael.org 415-485-3050 Northgate Mall Redevelopment Draft Environmental Impact Report Released SAN RAFAEL, Calif., Jan. 5, 2024 – The City of San Rafael today released the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for the Northgate Mall Redevelopment Project, marking an important milestone in the City’s review and consideration of...

Volunteer Spotlight: Reverend Jan Heglund

"... of their lives. It’s been my passion and I just love it. It’s never dull. I really like working with the City ... Council too. I’m asked to do invocations. I’ve done a total of 85 weddings and 20 blessings ... you suggest to those considering volunteering with the City? I think everybody should ... . To me, one couldn’t find a better city than San Rafael to volunteer. I do not think there is a more ... well-run city than San Rafael, from the top to the bottom. It’s just the best city to be involved ..."

Describe your volunteer activity with San Rafael? Reverend Jan is a volunteer in the San Rafael Police Chaplain Program. Before being ordained as an Episcopalian priest in 1994 she raised four children and worked at San Rafael High School for 20 years as the Secretary to the Vice Principals of Discipline. As a San Rafael...

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