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Greetings Neighbors!
Nature sings from every corner of Marin County this Spring as we swing between cold and wet weather and the sunny, fragrant and inspiring air we all thrive on.  San Rafael's weather this Spring is dependably undependable like my native Chicago, or as some might say Washington politics.  

Meanwhile, enjoy the birdsong, flowers and progress on the local level. The Carnegie Library renovation project will be finished this summer, the Sun Valley Neighborhood Association had a great restart meeting, Gerstle Park had an excellent annual meeting in spite of a power outage, and Bret Harte, Gerstle Park and Rafael Highlands are prepping for egg hunts. The Dominican/Black Canyon neighborhood had a great showing at their annual event and Montecito Area Residents are interested in your participation.  Please contact the [email protected] if you can help. 
Folks are planting vegetables in the neighborhoods and strolling to the parks in the evenings again. 
The Fed had delightful Building Strong Communities Annual Meeting & Party at Studio Fourth Street in February!  See the short video HERE. We enjoyed an awesome West End experience with Mexican buffet from Sabor a México and had great fun meeting & greeting old and new friends listening to piano music by Scott Deturk.  We thank you, Supervisor Brian Colbert and your staff and board members from Resilient San Rafael for your attendance. 
Mark your calendars for next Federation meetings: May 8, Sarah Tipple from the Business Improvement District; June 12th Mayor Kate Colin. Details to follow. We anticipate a candidates forum this fall. 

The Fed Steering Committee supports Federation member groups like Rafael Highlands in their successful effort with the City and MMWD to create a safe pedestrian pathway.  As of this month, the City of San Rafael has banned camping in the City's parks, a move supported by many neighborhood groups and the Ritter Center. 
Please consider applying for a Federation Grant to help nurture your neighborhood. 
Thank you and have a lovely Spring,
Amy Likover
President, Federation of San Rafael Neighborhoods
[email protected]
415-450-1520
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Annual meeting panel of neighborhood leaders


Supervisor Brian Colbert
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The purpose of the Federation of San Rafael Neighborhoods is to facilitate communication and interaction among the neighborhoods, as represented by their associations, groups, and individuals, and to promote effective and regular communication with local government entities and agencies.

2024-2025 GOALS

1. Raise awareness of topics, issues and opportunities impacting the San Rafael community

2. Support building strong neighborhood associations and groups in San Rafael  

3. Be a resource, providing information and guidance to residents, neighborhoods and neighborhood groups to navigate City issues

4. Expand inclusivity of Fed membership by examining our demographic to come up with a strategy. Renters/homeowners, Age, Cultural/racial, Geographic

5. Support the City’s resilience and sustainability initiatives
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Highlights from Thursday, November 14th Fed Meeting:
How to Build a Strong Neighborhood Association
Discussion with leaders from these SR Neighborhoods: 
Bret Harte, California Park, Dominican, Gerstle Park, Glenwood, Peacock Gap & West End

Photo: Thomas Henthorn

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San Rafael, CA  94915-1485