Agenda packet — San Anselmo City Council, May 27, 2025 (part 1 of 3)

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 6:00 PM
A. 6:00 PM Call to Order in the Council Chambers at Town Hall and via Zoom at 525 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo, California 94960
In the Council Chambers at 525 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo, CA 94960 Town Council
Agenda
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B. Mayor Kullaway announces that item B.1 will be discussed in Closed Session B.1 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Gov. Code § 3540) Agency designated representatives: Christopher Boucher, David Donery and Jeff Zuba Employee organization: SEIU 1021
C. PUBLIC COMMENT on Closed Session Items
D. Council Adjourns to Closed Session
Written Public Comment
Town Council Agenda May 27, 2025
1 1.. Consent Agenda:

1.1 Approve the Draft Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 13, 2025

1.2 Adopt a Proclamation Declaring the First Friday in June, June 6, 2025, to be National Gun Violence Awareness Day

1.3 Receive and File the Financial Report on Recreation Fund ending April 30, 2025

1.4 Receive and File Revenue and Expenditure Reports, April 2025 Public Comment- Vaughn (PDF)
Public Comment- Ries (PDF)
7:00 PM The Town Council Reconvenes at Town Hall in the Council Chambers and via Zoom at 525 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo, California 94960.

Optional Pledge of Allegiance: The Mayor or a designated Council member will recite the Pledge of Allegiance for members of the Council and the public who wish to join in the recitation.

Open time for public expression.

The public is welcome to address the Council at this time on matters not on the agenda that are within the jurisdiction of the Council. Please be advised that pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2, Council is not permitted to discuss or take action on any matter not on the agenda unless it determines that an emergency exists, or that there is a need to take immediate action which arose following posting of the agenda. Comments may be no longer than three minutes and should be respectful to the community.

Council requests for future agenda items.

Council committee liaison reports, questions and comments to staff; staff miscellaneous items.

Special Presentation. There are No Special Presentations.

The opportunity for public comment on consent agenda items will occur prior to Council discussion of the consent agenda. The Council may approve the entire consent agenda with one action. In the alternative, items on the consent agenda may be removed by any Council or staff member, for separate discussion and vote.

Staff Report (DOC)
Attachment 1- Draft Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 22, 2025 (DOC) Staff Report (DOC)
Attachment 1- Proclamation (DOC)
Attachment 1- Correct Proclamation (DOC)
Staff Report (PDF)
Attachment 1 - April 2025 Budget Report (PDF)
Attachment 2 - April 2025 Capital Outlay (PDF)
Staff Report (DOCX)
Attachment 1 Budget Comparison Report by Subcategory April 2025 (PDF) Attachment 2 Budget Comparison Report by Department April 2025 (PDF) Town Council Agenda May 27, 2025
2 1.5 Approve the Town of San Anselmo 2025-2026 Tax Rates for Municipal Services Tax, Pension Override Tax, Measure G Debt Service Tax, Special Library Services Tax, and Ross Valley Paramedic Tax

1.6 Receive and Approve the Quarterly Treasurer’s Investment Report, March 2025

1.7 Adopt an Ordinance Amending Title 10 (Planning and Zoning) Chapters 2, 3, and 4, and the Zoning Map to Implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element and Comply with State Law

1.8 Approve Special Event Application - Cedars Hands and Earth Farmstand

1.9 Adopt an Ordinance to Repeal Title 9, Chapter 4, Undergrounding Electric and Communication Laterals to Building and Structures. The proposed Ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the “common sense” exemption, CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3)

1.10 Accept and File the Resignation of Zach Koblick De Leon, Thomas Tunny from the Planning Commission and Lilly McKenna from the Climate Action Commission

1.11 Adopt a Resolution Declaring June 2025 LGBTQ Pride Month and Directing Staff to Fly the Rainbow Flag Through the month of June at Town Hall

2. Council Business Items:

Staff (DOCX)
Attachment 1 2025-2026 Municipal Services Tax Resolution (DOC) Attachment 2 2025-2026 Pension Override Resolution (DOC) Attachment 3 2025-2026 Measure G Resolution (DOC)
Attachment 4 - 2025-2026 Library tax Resolution w ceqa.doc Attachment 5 2025-2026 RVPA Resolution (DOCX)
Staff Report (DOCX)
Attachment 1 Quarterly Investment Report 03.31.2025 (PDF) Staff Report (PDF)
Attachment 1 - Ordinance (PDF)
Attachment 2 - Zoning Map (PDF)
Staff Report (PDF)
Attachment 1 - Application (PDF)
Staff Report (DOC)
Attachment 1 - Ordinance (DOC)
Staff Report (DOC)
Attachment 1- Zachary Koblick De Leon Resignation (DOC) Attachment 2- Thomas Tunny Resignation (DOC)
Attachment 3- Lilly McKenna Resignation (DOC)
Staff Report (DOC)
Attachment 1-Draft Resolution (DOC)
In general, the following procedural order applies to items of business:
•Presentation
•Town Council questions
•PUBLIC COMMENT – limited to 3 minutes/person
Town Council Agenda May 27, 2025
3 2.1 Consideration and Possible Introduction of an Ordinance Adding Chapter 2 to Title 19 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code (SAMC) that would prohibit individuals under 16 years of age from operating a Class 2 e-bike as defined in California Vehicle Code Section Section 312.5, and require any person operating a Class 2 e-bike to wear a helmet in the Town of San Anselmo effective July 1, 2025. This action is not a project within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Public Resources Code section 21065 as it will not result in any direct or indirect physical change in the environment.

2.2 Approve the 2025-2028 Age and Disability Friendly Action Plan. The proposed project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), under the “common sense” exemption, because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment. (Cal. Code Regs. tit. 14, § 15061).

3. Public Hearing:

3.1 Public Hearing to Adopt Amendments to the Land Use Element of the General Plan. These amendments to the Land Use Element are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that they will have a significant effect on the environment.

3.2 Appeal by Applicant Laura Allen and Michael Day of the Planning Commission Decision to Conditionally Approve an Application (PRO2024-0048) for a Demolition Permit, Grading Permit, Conditional Use Permit, Variances, and Design Review to Demolish the Existing TwoStory Commercial Building, and Construct a New 8,850-Square-Foot, Three-Story, Mixed-Use Building at 401 San Anselmo Avenue. The Project has been previously determined to be •Town Council discussion/action
Staff Report (DOC)
Attachment 1 - Draft Ordinance (PDF)
Attachment 2 - San Anselmo AB 1778 Presentation (PDF)
Public Comment- Mittelstaedt (PDF)
Staff Report (PDF)
Attachment 1 - Action Plan (PDF)
Attachment 2 - Letter of Support (PDF)
In general, the following procedural order applies to public hearing items:
•Disclosure of Ex Parte communications (Appeals)
•Staff Presentation
•Town Council Questions
•Applicant/Appellant Presentations – 15 minutes per "team" (Appeals) •PUBLIC COMMENT – limited to 3 minutes/person
•Appellant/Applicant rebuttals – 5 minutes per "team" (Appeals) •Town Council discussion/action
Staff Report (PDF)
Attachment 1 - Resolution (PDF)
Attachment 2 - Draft Land Use Element (PDF)
Attachment 3 - Planning Commission Resolution No. 2025-09 (PDF) Town Council Agenda May 27, 2025
4 categorically exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act under a Class 3 categorical exemption for “New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures,” pursuant to 14 CCR Section 15303.

Staff Report (PDF)
Attachment 1 - Draft Resolution (PDF)
Attachment 2 - Planning Commission Resolution 2025-06 (PDF) Attachment 3 - Appeal Application (PDF)
Attachment 4 - Project Plans (PDF)
Attachment 5 - Supplemental Project Studies and Narrative (PDF) Attachment 6 - Public Comment (PDF)
Attachment 7 - April 7, 2025, Planning Commission Staff Report (PDF) Attachment 8 - April 7, 2025, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes (PDF) Attachment 9 - April 21, 2025, Planning Commission Staff Memorandum (PDF) Attachment 10 - April 21, 2025, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes (PDF) Adjourn
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Notice is hereby given that Council may discuss and/or take action on any or all of the items listed on this agenda.

If any of these matters above are challenged in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at any public hearing described on this agenda, or in written correspondence delivered at, or prior to, this Council meeting. Judicial review of an administrative decision of the Town Council must be filed with the Court not later than the 90th day following the date of the Council’s decision (Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6) Any item not under discussion before 10:00 p.m. may be continued to the next regular meeting. Next regular meeting is June 10, 2025.

Administration Department
Town Hall
525 San Anselmo Avenue
San Anselmo, CA 94960
(415) 258-4691
Town Council
Tarrell Kullaway, Mayor
Steve Burdo, Vice Mayor
Eileen Burke, Councilmember
Chantel Walker, Councilmember
Yoav Schlesinger, Councilmember
Staff
David Donery, Town Manager
Linda Kenton, Assistant Town Manager / Town Librarian
Jeff Zuba, Finance and Admin Services Director
Town Council Agenda May 27, 2025
5 Megan Holt Acevedo, Town Attorney
Serge Avila, Town Clerk
Heidi Scoble, Community Development Director
Sean Condry, Public Works Director
Mattie O'Grady, Community Services Director
Mike Norton, Chief of Police
Dan Mahoney, Fire Chief

DECLARATION OF POSTING
This Notice is posted in accordance with Government Code §54954.2(a) or §54956. Members of the public can view electronic agendas and staff reports by accessing the Town of San Anselmo website. Under penalty of perjury, this Agenda was posted to the public at least 72 hours prior to the meeting.

Town Council Agenda May 27, 2025
6 Outlook
Fair contract for town employees - community statement of support From Jonas Vaughn <[email protected]>
Date Tue 5/27/2025 3:45 PM
To Town Council <[email protected]>
Cc Serge Avila <[email protected]>; Dave Donery <[email protected]>; Jeff Zuba <[email protected]>
1 attachment (6 MB)
Town staff petition 1-50 B&W.pdf;
CAUTION: External Sender
Dear Council Members,
I attended the May 13th meeting in support of SEIU employees who are asking you to improve on the town's initial contract proposal. I spoke at the meeting, having only just learned about this issue, because my daughter attends Parkside Preschool, and it's important to me that our early childhood educators are paid fairly.

During and after the meeting, I learned more about the current and proposed contracts. I was so disappointed by what I heard, that I took it upon myself to find out if others felt the same way and would voice their support for the town to step up and invest in our staff. To that end, I prepared and circulated the document attached herein and was pleased to find overwhelming affirmation from over 95% of the people with whom I spoke.

Please find attached a statement of support, signed by fifty (50) members of our community, advocating for our town employees to get a fair employment contract. This is by no means the result of a professional or extensive campaign - this petition is the result of an independent effort undertaken in my spare time over two weeks - but the overwhelming community sentiment that they represent is clear.

Below is the text of the statement that these San Anselmo residents signed in support of. I urge you to give serious consideration to these residents in the course of continued negotiations.

Respectfully,
Jonas Vaughn
22 Karl Avenue
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"Regarding the new contract for our Town employees represented by SEIU Local 2021: We, the undersigned residents of San Anselmo, hereby urge the Town Council to meaningfully address the shortcomings in the Town’s initial contract proposal by doing the following:
7 * Negotiate in good faith. Direct the Town’s contract negotiators to address each and every point raised by SEIU’s bargaining team.
* Provide reasonable health insurance to employees and their families. Restore full family plan coverage for all employees.
* Align COLAs with the true cost of living. 2-3% annually reflects only macro inflation, not the fastrising costs of living in Marin. * End the pay raise plateau for long-tenured employees. Add salary steps so loyal employees do not reach a pay plateau. Capping the earning potential of dedicated, knowledgeable employees is a detriment to the delivery of quality services, and ultimately will cost the town more in hiring, training, and lack of experienced employees who are familiar with our town and systems. * Use excess budget reserves to invest in staff. With a budget surplus that exceeds the target 20% of annual revenue, there is no greater priority than to attract and retain the workers who care for our children and keep our parks, streets, and buildings safe and clean." 8 9
10 11
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Outlook
Fw: Union Package Proposal v2: 5/27/25
From Curt Ries <[email protected]>
Date Tue 5/27/2025 4:20 PM
To Town Council <[email protected]>
Cc Jana Blunt <[email protected]>; Justin Stevenson <[email protected]>; Jennie Waskey <[email protected]>; Dawn Jones <[email protected]>; Jackson Dobronyi <[email protected]>
1 attachment (353 KB)
SEIU 1021 San Anselmo Package Proposal v2 5-27-25.pdf;
Greetings San Anselmo Town Council,
Please see below our message to the town's negotiation team, which includes our updated proposal package (below and attached).

Jeff has priced out this proposal package at $1,189,277 to cover all employees in the bargaining unit.

This is a significant decrease in cost from our original proposal package, priced at $1,984,168. The town’s original offer—deemed totally unacceptable by our membership—was priced at $590,000. This updated proposal package represents our attempt to reach a fair compromise. We hope that you authorize the funds to make it possible.

Thank you,
Curt Ries
SEIU 1021 Bargaining Team
From: Jana Blunt <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 10:32 AM
To: Jeff Zuba <[email protected]>; Robyn Clifford <[email protected]>; Christopher Boucher <[email protected]>
Cc: Curt Ries <[email protected]>; Justin Stevenson <[email protected]>; Jennie Waskey <[email protected]>; Dawn Jones <[email protected]>; Jackson Dobronyi <[email protected]>
Subject: Union Package Proposal v2: 5/27/25
CAUTION: External Sender
Good morning Jeff, Robyn, and Chris,
I hope each of you had a great Memorial Day weekend.
14 Our bargaining team conducted an extensive survey of our membership and they unanimously rejected the Town’s current package proposal. With their guidance, we’ve adjusted our package proposal, which includes a significant decrease in cost to five of our six financial priorities. A summary is attached and below.

We understand you’ll have the opportunity to share these items and your cost calculation with the Town Councilmembers this evening, so we wished to get it to you now instead of at tomorrow morning’s bargaining session.

To expire April 30, 2028 Original Proposal 5/27/2025 Proposal Cost of Living Adjustment 10% annually (7/1/25, 7/1/26, 7/1/27)
7% annually (7/1/25, 7/1/26,
7/1/27)
Equity Adjustment 100% of median, effective 7/1/25 None Salary Steps Add five steps (F, G, H, I, J) Add three steps (F, G, H) Cafeteria Contribution Restore to 100% of Kaiser Family plan
Restore to 100% of Kaiser Family
plan
Retiree Medical $500/month upon direct
retirement
$500/mo until 65, $250/mo after
357 Deferred Comp 100% matching None
Please let me know if you have any questions.

Thank you,
Jana Blunt
Field Representative
SEIU Local 1021
(707) 478-6497
Union Membership Registration Link
15 Date/Time: May 27, 2025
SEIU Local 1021 Proposal # Union Package Proposal v2 (summary) MOU Section(s): Various
PROPOSAL:

Please see the below summary.

To expire April 30, 2028 Original Proposal 5/27/2025 Proposal Cost of Living Adjustment 10% annually
(7/1/25, 7/1/26, 7/1/27)
7% annually
(7/1/25, 7/1/26, 7/1/27)
Equity Adjustment 100% of median,
effective 7/1/25 None
Salary Steps Add five steps (F, G, H, I, J) Add three steps (F, G, H) Cafeteria Contribution Restore to
100% of Kaiser Family plan
Restore to
100% of Kaiser Family plan
Retiree Medical $500/month upon direct
retirement
$500/mo until 65,
$250/mo after 65
357 Deferred Comp 100% matching None
16 Item #: 1.1

STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 1.1
MEETING DATE: May 27, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Approval of the Draft Minutes of the Regular Town Council Meeting of the May 13, 2025
FROM: Serge Avila, Town Clerk
RECOMMENDATION: For Council to consider the approval of the Draft Minutes of the Regular Town Council meeting of May 13, 2025.

ATTACHMENT:

Attachment 1- March 13, 2025, Draft Minutes
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San Anselmo Draft Council Minutes
Regular Meeting
Town Council Chambers and via Zoom
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Call to Order: Optional Pledge of Allegiance
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Tarrell Kullaway (Mayor)
Steve Burdo (Vice Mayor)
Eileen Burke
Yoav Schlesinger
Chantel Walker
STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT: Dave Donery, Town Manager
Serge Avila, Town Clerk
Emily Longfellow, Town Attorney
Heidi Scoble, Community Development Director
Lindsey Klein, Principal Planner
Mattie O’Grady, Parks and Recreation Director
Jeff Zuba, Finance and Admin Srvs. Director
Robert Bastianon, Senior Fire Inspector
Open Time for Public Expression
Mr. Ross Asselstine discussed the Flood Zone 9 Budget, the lack of FEMA guidance, and the potential for multiple lawsuits.

Mr. Jackson Dobronyi, Assistant Planner for the Town of San Anselmo and proud member of the Service Employees International Union Local 1021 (SEIU- Si, Se Puede!), Public Works Department employee Samir Chavez, Library employee Ms. Jenny Wasky, Public Works Department employee Chris, Public Works Engineer Matthew Ferrer, Public Works Department employee Jordan Wright, Town employee Vincent Lim, and Public Works employee Kurt Reis discussed the on-going labor negotiations and asked for a fair contract.

Ms. Dawn Jones, Town employee, discussed the amount covered by the Town for retirement (post-employment) health care.

Mr. Jonas Vaughan (and daughter Marlow who attends Creekside Pre-School), Ms. Kyle Ansler, an individual who lives on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, and Ms. Sue Saunders, spoke in favor of a fair contract for Town employees.

Council requests for future agenda items; Committee liaison reports; questions and comments to staff; miscellaneous items
Vice Mayor Burdo reported he attended the Memorial Park Subcommittee meeting; the Town’s Volunteer Appreciation event; the Central Marin Police Authority Board meeting; the General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC) meeting; will attend tomorrow night’s Fire Board meeting; attended the Sip and Stroll event; would like the Council to discuss the timing of the Flood Horn.

Town Manager Donery stated that is on his list of items to bring to the Council.

Councilmember Burke reported she attended the Council retreat; the Memorial Park Clean-Up 18 2
event; the recent Marin County Council of Mayors and Councilmembers (MCCMC) dinner; the Memorial Park Master Plan meeting; the GPAC meeting.

Councilmember Walker reported she attended the Volunteer Social event; the MCCMC meeting; the Children for Change event; the Electric Car Show; the Council Retreat; she discussed the Tax Rebate Program.

Councilmember Schlesinger reported it was Stevie Wonder’s 75th Birthday; he attended the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting.

Mayor Kullaway reported she attended the Meet Your Mayor event on April 27th; the MCCMC meeting; the MCCMC Legislative Committee meeting; the Town Volunteer Party; the Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) meeting; discussed the Ross Valley Chapter Local Team focused on making biking and walking safer; will throw out the first pitch at “San Anselmo Day” at an upcoming Pacific’s Baseball games; she had a future item request- an accounting of the Active Transportation Fund. The Council supported this request.

Special Presentation
There were no Special Presentations.

1. Consent Agenda

1.1 Approved the Draft Minutes of the Town Council Regular Meeting of April 22, 2025, and the
Draft Minutes of the Special Meeting of April 25, 2025

1.2 Received a Report of Checks Issued for the Month of April 2025

1.3 Received and Filed the Marin Sanitary 2024 Annual Report

1.4 Received and Filed the San Anselmo 2023 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report

1.5 Received and Filed the Final 2025-27 Priorities Work Plan Mayor Kullaway opened the Public Comment.

Ms. Sue Saunders referred to item #1.4 and stated she was disappointed the Town will not be receiving a report from the Climate Commission
Mayor Kullaway closed the Public Comment.

Mayor Kullaway stated she would like to pull items #1.3 and #1.4 for discussion.

M/s, Burdo/Walker, Motion to approve Consent Calendar items #1.1, #1.2, and #1.5.

AYES: Burke, Schlesinger, Walker, Vice Mayor Burdo, Mayor Kullaway

1.3 Receive and File the Marin Sanitary 2024 Annual Report Mayor Kullaway stated she must recuse herself from voting on this item.

M/s, Walker/Burdo, Motion to approve Consent Calendar item #1.3.

AYES: Burke, Schlesinger, Walker, Vice Mayor Burdo
RECUSE: Mayor Kullaway
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1.4 Receive and File the San Anselmo 2023 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report Mayor Kullaway stated this item merits discussion.

The Council discussed whether or not to receive the report tonight and then discuss it at a future meeting.

M/s, Schlesinger/Walker, Motion to approve Consent Calendar items #1.4 and bring it back for discussion at a future meeting.

AYES: Burke, Schlesinger, Walker, Vice Mayor Burdo, Mayor Kullaway

2. Public Hearing Items

2.1 Public Hearing to Adopt an Ordinance to Repeal Title 9, Chapter 4, Undergrounding Electric and Communications Laterals to Buildings and Structures Community Development Director Scoble presented a staff report and a PowerPoint presentation. Staff answered a question from the Council regarding whether there is a fiscal impact to the Town.

Mayor Kullaway opened the Public Comment.

Mr. Adrian McNeal supported the adoption of the ordinance. Regulations increase the cost of building.

Mayor Kullaway closed the Public Comment.

Councilmember Burke stated the magnitude of the impact from this requirement is high- she was contacted by a resident who cancelled a project due to the cost of undergrounding.

M/s, Burdo/Walker, Motion to read the attached Ordinance by title only.

AYES: Burke, Schlesinger, Walker, Vice Mayor Burdo, Mayor Kullaway M/s, Burdo/Walker, Motion to approve the first reading and waive future readings of an ordinance of the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo Repealing in its entirety Title 9, Building Regulations, Chapter 4, Underground Electric and Communications Service, Laterals to Building or Structures and making associated CEQA exemption findings.

AYES: Burke, Schlesinger, Walker, Vice Mayor Burdo, Mayor Kullaway

2.2 Adopt Ordinance Amendments to Title 10 “Planning and Zoning”, Chapters 2, 3, and 4 of the Municipal Code and the Zoning Map for Housing Element Implementation and Compliance with State Law
Principal Planner Klein presented a staff report and a PowerPoint presentation. Staff answered questions from the Council regarding how units are counted toward the Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) number; how the parking requirements are changing; parking requirements for single-family dwellings above and below 150 feet of elevation.

Mayor Kullaway opened the Public Comment.

There were no comments.

Mayor Kullaway closed the Public Comment.
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Councilmember Walker stated it was important for the public to understand the progress that is being made with respect to the Housing Element.

Councilmember Burke stated the Town will probably need to amend the Over-Night Parking Ordinance in the near future.

M/s, Walker/Burke, Motion to read the attached Ordinance by title only.

AYES: Burke, Schlesinger, Walker, Vice Mayor Burdo, Mayor M/s, Schlesinger/Burke, Motion to Adopt an Ordinance of the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo Amending Title 10 “Planning and Zoning”, Chapters 2, 3, and 4 of the Municipal Code and the Zoning Map to Implement the 2023 to 2031 San Anselmo Housing Element to Comply with State Law and Making Associated CEQA Exemption Findings.

AYES: Burke, Schlesinger, Walker, Vice Mayor Burdo, Mayor Kullaway

2.3 Public Hearing and Adoption of an Ordinance Designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones in Local Responsibility Area
Ross Valley Fire Inspector Bastianon presented a staff report. There were no questions from the Council.

Mayor Kullaway opened the Public Comment.

There were no comments.

Mayor Kullaway closed the Public Comment.

M/s, Burdo/Walker, Motion to Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-1189 Designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones in Local Responsibility Area.

AYES: Burke, Schlesinger, Walker, Vice Mayor Burdo, Mayor Kullaway

3. Council Business Items

3.1 Adopt a Resolution to Nominate Sorich Ranch Park and Faude Park as Two Priority Conservation Areas and Authorize Submission to the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG)
Principal Planner Klein presented a staff report and a PowerPoint presentation. Staff answered questions from the Council regarding why these conservation areas were created, and if there are any downsides.

Mayor Kullaway opened the Public Comment.

There were no comments.

Mayor Kullaway closed the Public Comment.

M/s, Walker/Schlesinger, Motion to Adopt Resolution No. 4580 to Nominate Sorich Ranch Park and Faude Park as Two Priority Conservation Areas and Authorize Submission to the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG).

AYES: Burke, Schlesinger, Walker, Vice Mayor Burdo, Mayor Kullaway 21 5
With no further business to discuss, the Mayor adjourned the meeting at 8:43 PM.

Respectfully submitted,
Toni DeFrancis,
Recording Secretary
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STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #:1.2
MEETING DATE: May 27, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Proclamation Declaring the First Friday in June, June 6, 2025, to be National Gun Violence
Awareness Day
FROM: Administration

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Town Council adopt a proclamation declaring the first Friday in June, June 6, 2025, to be National Gun Violence Awareness Day.

BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
Gun Violence Awareness Day is observed annually on the first Friday in June. This year, it falls on Friday, June 6th, 2025. On this day, individuals and communities across the nation come together to honor the lives lost to gun violence and to support efforts aimed at preventing future tragedies. As part of this nationwide movement, Moms Demand Action is calling on all cities and towns in Marin County to join in raising awareness by issuing a formal Proclamation of support.

The need for awareness and action is more urgent than ever. According to the Gun Violence Archive, there were 503 documented mass shootings in the United States in 2024 alone. These heartbreaking numbers underscore the scale of the crisis and the critical need for a unified response. In Marin County, this response has taken shape through the formation of the Marin Gun Safety Collaborative (MGSC). Officially launched on February 22, 2021, the Collaborative was created following recommendations from the Marin Civil Grand Jury’s October 2020 report. Spearheaded by Marin County District Attorney Lori Frugoli, the MGSC brings together a diverse group of public and private stakeholders, including mental health professionals, social service providers, veterans’ organizations, hospital systems, faith leaders, and community advocates who share a common mission: to reduce gun-related violence and suicide throughout Marin County.

The Town of San Anselmo is proud to stand in solidarity with this vital cause. We remain committed to working with neighboring jurisdictions and community partners to promote public safety, save lives, and foster a culture of awareness and prevention. To 23 Item #: 1.2
that end, we are honored to join in proclaiming the first Friday in June as National Gun Violence Awareness Day in San Anselmo.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
Adopting a proclamation declaring the first Friday in June to be National Gun Violence is not defined as a project under CEQA (Section 15378 CEQA Guidelines).

ATTACHMENTS
1) Draft Proclamation
24 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO
RESOLUTION NO. [INSERT NUMBER HERE]

A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO PROCLAIMING JUNE 2, 2023 AS NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY WHEREAS, every day more than 120 Americans are killed by gun violence and hundreds more are wounded; and
WHEREAS, Americans are 26 times more likely to die by gun homicide than residents of other high-income countries; and
WHEREAS, protecting public safety in the communities they serve is a top priority for local government officials; and
WHEREAS, support for the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens goes hand-in-hand with the need for common-sense measures to help prevent gun violence; and
WHEREAS, gun violence prevention is an issue that affects people of all backgrounds and communities across the country, including those in the Town of San Anselmo; and WHEREAS, in 2023 alone, there have been over 500 documented mass shootings in the United States, according to the Gun Violence Archive; and WHEREAS, National Gun Violence Awareness Day was first established in 2015 to honor the life of Hadiya Pendleton, a teenager who was tragically shot and killed just days after performing at President Obama’s second inaugural parade; and WHEREAS, National Gun Violence Awareness Day is observed annually on the first Friday in June, and this year will be recognized on Friday, June 2, 2023; and WHEREAS, the Town of San Anselmo encourages residents to wear orange on this day to show their support for ending gun violence and to honor the lives of those lost; and WHEREAS, the Marin Gun Safety Collaborative (MGSC) was formed on February 22, 2021, in direct response to the Marin County Civil Grand Jury’s October 2020 report, and was established under the leadership of District Attorney Lori Frugoli; and WHEREAS, the MGSC includes a broad coalition of public and private partners— including representatives from mental health services, social services, veterans' organizations, hospital systems, faith communities, advocacy groups, and others—who are committed to reducing both intentional and unintentional gun-related harm and suicide in Marin County; and
25 WHEREAS, the Town of San Anselmo is proud to partner with the MGSC and other jurisdictions across Marin County in raising awareness about the devastating impacts of gun violence and in promoting education, prevention, and collaboration; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo does hereby proclaim Friday, June 2, 2023, as National Gun Violence Awareness Day in the Town of San Anselmo and encourages all residents to support efforts to prevent gun violence and to honor and remember all victims and survivors of gun violence.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo on this ___ day of ___________, 2023, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
[Mayor's Name], Mayor
Town of San Anselmo
ATTEST:
[Clerk's Name], Town Clerk
26 PROCLAMATION
The Town of San Anselmo is pleased to
DECLARE THE FIRST FRIDAY IN JUNE 2025 TO BE

NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY
This proclamation declares the first Friday in June to be National Gun Violence Awareness Day in the Town of San Anselmo to honor and remember all victims and survivors of gun violence and to declare that we as a country must do more to end this public health crisis.

WHEREAS, every day, more than 120 Americans are killed by gun violence and hundreds more are wounded; and
WHEREAS, Americans are 26 times more likely to die by gun homicide than people in other high-income countries; and
WHEREAS, protecting public safety in the communities they serve is a mayor’s highest responsibility; and
WHEREAS, support for the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens goes hand-inhand with measures to help prevent gun violence; and WHEREAS, gun violence prevention is more important than ever as we see an increase in firearm homicides, and nonfatal shootings across the country, increased calls to domestic violence hotlines, and an increase in city gun violence; and WHEREAS, in January 2013, Hadiya Pendleton was tragically shot and killed at age 15; and on June 2, 2023, to recognize the 26th birthday of Hadiya Pendleton (born: June 2, 1997), people across the United States recognized National Gun Violence Awareness Day and wore orange in tribute to (1) Hadiya Pendleton and other victims of gun violence; and (2) the loved ones of those victims; and
WHEREAS, the idea was inspired by a group of Hadiya’s friends, who asked their classmates to commemorate her life by wearing orange; they chose this color because hunters wear orange to announce themselves to other hunters when out in the woods, and orange is a color that symbolizes the value of human life; and
WHEREAS, anyone can join this campaign by pledging to wear orange on June 6th, the first Friday in June 2025, to help raise awareness about gun violence; and WHEREAS, by wearing orange on June 6, 2025, Americans will raise awareness about gun violence and honor the lives of gun violence victims and survivors; and WHEREAS, we renew our commitment to reduce gun violence and pledge to do all we can to keep firearms out of the hands of people who should not have access to them, and encourage responsible gun ownership to help keep our families and communities safe.

NOW, THEREFORE, I Tarrell Kullaway, Mayor of The Town of San Anselmo, do hereby Proclaim The First Friday In June, June Sixth, Two Thousand Twenty-Five To Be:
27 NATIONAL GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS DAY
In the Town of San Anselmo. I encourage all citizens to support their local communities’ efforts to prevent the tragic effects of gun violence and to honor and value human lives. _______________________________________
Tarrell Kullaway, Mayor
28 Item #: 1.3

STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 1.3
MEETING DATE: 5/27/25
AGENDA TITLE: Financial Report on Recreation Fund
FROM: Mattie O’Grady – Director of Community Services
RECOMMENDATION: That Town Council reviews the Recreation Fund revenue and expenditure report for the period ending April 30, 2025.

BACKGROUND
The Recreation Department offers a wide variety of fee-based programs throughout the fiscal year including sports programs and leagues, youth and adult classes, and childcare and camps.

Additional revenue is generated through facility rentals and administrative fees.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
As of April 30, 2025, 83% of the fiscal year has elapsed and the Recreation Fund is listed at 101% of projected revenues and 78% of projected expenditures.

You will also find attached the capital outlay budget for the department, in addition to the Recreation Fund revenue and expenditure report.

For future historical comparison purposes, staff has developed the following table:

Attachment 1 - Revenue & Expenditure Report FY 2024-25: Recreation Fund as of 4/30/2025.

Attachment 2 – Capital Outlay Report FY 2024-25 as of 4/30/25 FY Revenue Expenditures Rev Over/(Under) Exp
Budget Actual % Budget Actual % $$ %
2024-25 2,210,355 2,225,587 101% 2,210,355 1,728,666 78% 496,921 22% 2023-24 1,984,971 2,032,473 98% 2,284,971 1,738,295 76% 294,178 14% 2022-23 1,875,414 2,004,119 107% 1,848,926 1,452,852 79% 551,267 29% 2021-22 1,348,625 2,008,546 151% 1,507,369 1,353,330 90% 655,215 49% 2020-21 1,408,125 1,167,971 83% 1,550,947 971,927 63% 196,044 14% 2019-20 1,627,269 1,532,430 94% 1,676,763 1,331,058 79% 201,372 12% 2018-19 1,510,604 1,705,548 113% 1,591,144 1.197,255 75% 508,293 33.6% 2017-18 1,514,000 1,525,943 101% 1,644,385 1,165,219 71% 360,724 23.8% 2016-17 1,384,325 1,511,848 109% 1,500,570 1,150,885 77% 360,963 26.1% 2015-16 1,246,689 1,396,884 113% 1,356.689 1,180,348 87% 216,536 17.5% 29 5/7/2025 8:33:43 PM Page 1 of 5
Budget Report
Town of San Anselmo Account Summary
For Fiscal: 2024-2025 Period Ending: 04/30/2025
Fiscal
AcƟvity
Variance
Favorable
(Unfavorable)
Percent
Remaining
Current
Total Budget
Period
AcƟvity
Original
Total Budget
Revenue
Department: 61 - SPORTS

21.61.48100 ADULT SPORTS 0.00 17,108.00 17,108.00 0.00 % 0.00 74.00

21.61.48101 KIDS SPORTS 58,000.00 60,555.00 2,555.00 104.41 % 58,000.00 -703.00

21.61.48102 TENNIS 35,000.00 68,348.00 33,348.00 195.28 % 35,000.00 0.00

21.61.48103 TUMBLING 200,000.00 245,801.17 45,801.17 122.90 % 200,000.00 12,926.60

21.61.48106 ROOKIE SOCCER 0.00 95,141.00 95,141.00 0.00 % 0.00 7,630.00

21.61.48107 ROOKIE BASKETBALL 66,000.00 84,207.00 18,207.00 127.59 % 66,000.00 0.00

21.61.48108 SOFTBALL 55,375.00 69,877.00 14,502.00 126.19 % 55,375.00 1,844.00

21.61.48110 YOUTH SOCCER 154,000.00 67,830.00 -86,170.00 55.95 % 154,000.00 0.00 Department: 61 - SPORTS Total: 708,867.17 568,375.00 568,375.00 140,492.17 24.72% 21,771.60 Department: 62 - CULTURE

21.62.48112 ADULT CULTURE 20,260.00 15,050.50 -5,209.50 25.71 % 20,260.00 2,694.00

21.62.48115 KIDS CULTURE 157,600.00 170,105.00 12,505.00 107.93 % 157,600.00 5,056.00 Department: 62 - CULTURE Total: 185,155.50 177,860.00 177,860.00 7,295.50 4.10% 7,750.00 Department: 63 - CHILD CARE

21.63.48119 PARKSIDE 304,000.00 298,097.91 -5,902.09 1.94 % 304,000.00 36,561.25

21.63.48121 AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT 263,000.00 239,857.85 -23,142.15 8.80 % 263,000.00 -1,097.00

21.63.48122 TODDLER ENRICHMENT SERVICES 25,000.00 20,153.00 -4,847.00 19.39 % 25,000.00 1,276.00

21.63.48123 SPECIALTY CAMPS 145,000.00 109,866.00 -35,134.00 24.23 % 145,000.00 6,858.00

21.63.48124 CAMP SPORTS 112,000.00 97,190.00 -14,810.00 13.22 % 112,000.00 0.00

21.63.48125 CAMP KIDMARIN MIGHTY 189,000.00 96,361.63 -92,638.37 49.02 % 189,000.00 0.00

21.63.48131 ROBSON AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM 277,600.00 313,744.00 36,144.00 113.02 % 277,600.00 41,929.00

21.63.48148 CAMP KIDMARIN MINI 92,520.00 97,043.25 4,523.25 104.89 % 92,520.00 0.00 Department: 63 - CHILD CARE Total: 1,272,313.64 1,408,120.00 1,408,120.00 -135,806.36 9.64% 85,527.25 Department: 64 - EVENTS AND OTHER

21.64.48127 ICC FACILITY RENTALS 4,000.00 5,138.00 1,138.00 128.45 % 4,000.00 0.00

21.64.48128 PARK AND FIELD RENTALS 25,000.00 34,985.00 9,985.00 139.94 % 25,000.00 2,035.00 Department: 64 - EVENTS AND OTHER Total: 40,123.00 29,000.00 29,000.00 11,123.00 38.36% 2,035.00 Department: 65 - PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION

21.65.48130 ADVERTISING 5,000.00 5,250.00 250.00 105.00 % 5,000.00 2,250.00

21.65.48132 OLDER ADULT FEE 6,000.00 3,610.00 -2,390.00 39.83 % 6,000.00 220.00

21.65.48135 ROBSON RENTAL INCOME 3,000.00 4,820.00 1,820.00 160.67 % 3,000.00 986.00

21.65.48136 BANNER/HUB FEES 5,000.00 5,448.00 448.00 108.96 % 5,000.00 0.00

21.65.48149 SCHOLARSHIP 8,000.00 0.00 -8,000.00 100.00 % 8,000.00 0.00 Department: 65 - PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION Total: 19,128.00 27,000.00 27,000.00 -7,872.00 29.16% 3,456.00 Revenue Total: 2,225,587.31 2,210,355.00 2,210,355.00 15,232.31 0.69% 120,539.85 Expense
Department: 00 - UNDESIGNATED

21.00.67999 TRANSFERS OUT 33,899.00 33,899.00 0.00 0.00 % 33,899.00 0.00 Department: 00 - UNDESIGNATED Total: 33,899.00 33,899.00 33,899.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 Department: 61 - SPORTS

21.61.60005 TEMP - SPORTS OFFICIALS 30,000.00 17,257.00 12,743.00 42.48 % 30,000.00 100.00

21.61.60020 OVERTIME 0.00 120.00 -120.00 0.00 % 0.00 0.00

21.61.60220 PAYROLL TAXES 2,295.00 1,329.37 965.63 42.08 % 2,295.00 7.65

21.61.61160 BASEBALL EXPENSES 3,000.00 1,345.49 1,654.51 55.15 % 3,000.00 0.00

21.61.61161 BASKETBALL EXPENSES 6,650.00 13,812.76 -7,162.76 -107.71 % 6,650.00 0.00

21.61.61162 KIDS SPORTS SERVICES 35,000.00 0.00 35,000.00 100.00 % 35,000.00 0.00

21.61.61164 SOCCER SERVICES 3,000.00 16,534.15 -13,534.15 -451.14 % 3,000.00 12,512.15

21.61.61165 SOFTBALL SERVICES 27,000.00 24,295.00 2,705.00 10.02 % 27,000.00 0.00 30 Budget Report For Fiscal: 2024-2025 Period Ending: 04/30/2025 5/7/2025 8:33:43 PM Page 2 of 5
Fiscal
AcƟvity
Variance
Favorable
(Unfavorable)
Percent
Remaining
Current
Total Budget
Period
AcƟvity
Original
Total Budget

21.61.61166 TENNIS SERVICES 22,000.00 43,360.80 -21,360.80 -97.09 % 22,000.00 0.00

21.61.61167 TUMBLING SERVICES 126,000.00 123,099.29 2,900.71 2.30 % 126,000.00 22,000.00

21.61.62961 BASKETBALL SUPPLIES 8,000.00 10,155.13 -2,155.13 -26.94 % 8,000.00 0.00

21.61.62964 SOCCER SUPPLIES 10,000.00 18,885.96 -8,885.96 -88.86 % 10,000.00 0.00

21.61.62965 SOFTBALL SUPPLIES 12,000.00 11,805.04 194.96 1.62 % 12,000.00 -290.00

21.61.62966 TENNIS SUPPLIES 500.00 0.00 500.00 100.00 % 500.00 0.00

21.61.62967 TUMBLING SUPPLIES 500.00 0.00 500.00 100.00 % 500.00 0.00

21.61.62969 YOUTH SOCCER SUPPLIES 23,000.00 1,356.91 21,643.09 94.10 % 23,000.00 0.00

21.61.62983 CAMP SPORTS SUPPLIES 500.00 0.00 500.00 100.00 % 500.00 0.00 Department: 61 - SPORTS Total: 283,356.90 309,445.00 309,445.00 26,088.10 8.43% 34,329.80 Department: 62 - CULTURE

21.62.61170 ADULT ART & CULTURE SERVICES 0.00 287.85 -287.85 0.00 % 0.00 0.00

21.62.61171 ADULT CULTURE SERVICES 13,975.00 6,324.84 7,650.16 54.74 % 13,975.00 47.60

21.62.61175 KIDS CULTURE SERVICES 110,325.00 93,751.70 16,573.30 15.02 % 110,325.00 12,839.40

21.62.62971 ADULT ART & CULTURE SUPPLIES 3,000.00 667.11 2,332.89 77.76 % 3,000.00 0.00

21.62.62975 KIDS CULTURE SUPPLIES 500.00 0.00 500.00 100.00 % 500.00 0.00 Department: 62 - CULTURE Total: 101,031.50 127,800.00 127,800.00 26,768.50 20.95% 12,887.00 Department: 63 - CHILD CARE

21.63.60000 REGULAR SALARIES 277,679.76 231,836.27 45,843.49 16.51 % 277,679.76 24,568.50

21.63.60001 TEMP - PARKSIDE PRESCHOOL 116,000.00 98,818.09 17,181.91 14.81 % 116,000.00 10,713.02

21.63.60002 TEMP - ROBSON AFTER CARE 45,220.00 55,434.75 -10,214.75 -22.59 % 45,220.00 3,202.50

21.63.60003 TEMP - CAMP KIDMARIN MIGHTY 49,040.00 39,635.00 9,405.00 19.18 % 49,040.00 0.00

21.63.60004 TEMP - TODDLER ENRICHMENT 3,500.00 960.00 2,540.00 72.57 % 3,500.00 360.00

21.63.60006 TEMP - CAMP KID MARIN MINI 30,000.00 20,174.01 9,825.99 32.75 % 30,000.00 0.00

21.63.60020 OVERTIME 0.00 3,040.76 -3,040.76 0.00 % 0.00 0.00

21.63.60100 RETIREMENT 28,941.04 23,853.77 5,087.27 17.58 % 28,941.04 2,494.54

21.63.60200 BENEFITS 77,604.18 53,540.35 24,063.83 31.01 % 77,604.18 5,646.69

21.63.60203 CASH BACK 0.00 3,075.00 -3,075.00 0.00 % 0.00 365.00

21.63.60220 PAYROLL TAXES 39,890.14 34,652.79 5,237.35 13.13 % 39,890.14 2,999.51

21.63.61178 TODDLER ENRICHMENT SERVICES 7,600.00 0.00 7,600.00 100.00 % 7,600.00 0.00

21.63.61179 PARKSIDE SERVICES 5,000.00 4,424.65 575.35 11.51 % 5,000.00 51.69

21.63.61180 AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENTSERVI 191,200.00 130,755.90 60,444.10 31.61 % 191,200.00 8,064.95

21.63.61182 ART AND MUSIC CAMP CONTRACT 0.00 2,028.00 -2,028.00 0.00 % 0.00 0.00

21.63.61183 CAMP SPORTS SERVICES 98,000.00 70,044.21 27,955.79 28.53 % 98,000.00 0.00

21.63.61184 CAMP KIDMARIN MIGHTY SERVICE 14,200.00 5,751.01 8,448.99 59.50 % 14,200.00 0.00

21.63.61186 SPECIALTY CAMPS SERVICES 99,100.00 58,041.29 41,058.71 41.43 % 99,100.00 3,614.53

21.63.61187 ROBSON AFTER SCHOOL SERVICES 4,500.00 2,619.92 1,880.08 41.78 % 4,500.00 51.69

21.63.61207 CAMP KIDMARIN MINI SERVCIES 6,600.00 1,985.38 4,614.62 69.92 % 6,600.00 0.00

21.63.62978 TODDLER ENRICHMENT SUPPLIES 5,000.00 4,289.23 710.77 14.22 % 5,000.00 0.00

21.63.62979 PARKSIDE SUPPLIES 8,000.00 6,004.09 1,995.91 24.95 % 8,000.00 0.00

21.63.62980 AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT SUPP 1,500.00 200.00 1,300.00 86.67 % 1,500.00 0.00

21.63.62984 CAMP KIDMARIN MIGHTY SUPPLIE 12,000.00 8,989.46 3,010.54 25.09 % 12,000.00 0.00

21.63.62985 CAMP KIDMARIN MINI SUPPLIES 4,500.00 1,282.27 3,217.73 71.51 % 4,500.00 0.00

21.63.62987 ROBSON AFTER SCHOOL SUPPLIES 10,000.00 9,426.98 573.02 5.73 % 10,000.00 0.00

21.63.62990 SPECIALTY CAMP SUPPLIES 1,100.00 513.02 586.98 53.36 % 1,100.00 171.78 Department: 63 - CHILD CARE Total: 871,376.20 1,136,175.12 1,136,175.12 264,798.92 23.31% 62,304.40 Department: 64 - EVENTS AND OTHER

21.64.61185 SPECIAL EVENT EXPENSE 1,000.00 5,168.89 -4,168.89 -416.89 % 1,000.00 4,058.63

21.64.61200 SENIOR FEE 6,000.00 0.00 6,000.00 100.00 % 6,000.00 0.00

21.64.61204 SCHOLARSHIP 8,000.00 0.00 8,000.00 100.00 % 8,000.00 0.00

21.64.62999 MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 0.00 29.99 -29.99 0.00 % 0.00 0.00 Department: 64 - EVENTS AND OTHER Total: 5,198.88 15,000.00 15,000.00 9,801.12 65.34% 4,058.63 Department: 65 - PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION

21.65.60000 REGULAR SALARIES 318,106.91 212,580.79 105,526.12 33.17 % 318,106.91 24,006.62

21.65.60010 TEMPORARY HELP 0.00 12,314.60 -12,314.60 0.00 % 0.00 669.09

21.65.60020 OVERTIME 2,000.00 831.30 1,168.70 58.44 % 2,000.00 0.00

21.65.60100 RETIREMENT 34,948.82 22,363.46 12,585.36 36.01 % 34,948.82 2,293.84 31 Budget Report For Fiscal: 2024-2025 Period Ending: 04/30/2025 5/7/2025 8:33:43 PM Page 3 of 5
Fiscal
AcƟvity
Variance
Favorable
(Unfavorable)
Percent
Remaining
Current
Total Budget
Period
AcƟvity
Original
Total Budget

21.65.60200 BENEFITS 33,359.44 40,086.87 -6,727.43 -20.17 % 33,359.44 3,456.06

21.65.60203 CASH BACK 4,380.00 3,650.00 730.00 16.67 % 4,380.00 365.00

21.65.60220 PAYROLL TAXES 24,823.25 16,398.43 8,424.82 33.94 % 24,823.25 1,805.67

21.65.61000 TRAINING 8,000.00 4,313.96 3,686.04 46.08 % 8,000.00 0.00

21.65.61101 OUTSIDE SERVICES-PROF FEES 42,000.00 504.03 41,495.97 98.80 % 42,000.00 0.00

21.65.61106 OUTSIDE SVCS-MGT INFO SYS 11,000.00 9,652.74 1,347.26 12.25 % 11,000.00 0.00

21.65.61137 FINGERPRINTING 6,500.00 3,563.00 2,937.00 45.18 % 6,500.00 388.50

21.65.61150 OUTSIDE SERVICES -OTHER 0.00 54.00 -54.00 0.00 % 0.00 54.00

21.65.61177 CHG CARDS 55,000.00 52,163.37 2,836.63 5.16 % 55,000.00 0.00

21.65.61302 DUES 1,200.00 430.87 769.13 64.09 % 1,200.00 0.00

21.65.61403 MAINTENANCE-COMPUTERS 700.00 0.00 700.00 100.00 % 700.00 0.00

21.65.61414 IFF EQUIP MAINT 200.00 0.00 200.00 100.00 % 200.00 0.00

21.65.61506 BLDG. MAINT-OTHER 200.00 432.00 -232.00 -116.00 % 200.00 0.00

21.65.61701 UTILITIES-ELECTRICITY 11,000.00 10,973.51 26.49 0.24 % 11,000.00 1,513.19

21.65.61705 UTILITIES-TELEPHONE 2,000.00 238.42 1,761.58 88.08 % 2,000.00 0.00

21.65.61806 MISC HIRING EXPENSES 800.00 6,313.38 -5,513.38 -689.17 % 800.00 0.00

21.65.61905 PROMOTION/MARKETING 817.46 2,112.48 -1,295.02 -158.42 % 817.46 0.00

21.65.62000 OFFICE SUPPLIES 5,000.00 3,024.57 1,975.43 39.51 % 5,000.00 0.00

21.65.62004 PROGRAM BROCHURE & MAILING 20,000.00 28,060.78 -8,060.78 -40.30 % 20,000.00 0.00

21.65.62200 DEPARTMENTAL SUPPLIES 6,000.00 3,741.25 2,258.75 37.65 % 6,000.00 0.00 Department: 65 - PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION Total: 433,803.81 588,035.88 588,035.88 154,232.07 26.23% 34,551.97 Expense Total: 1,728,666.29 2,210,355.00 2,210,355.00 481,688.71 21.79% 148,131.80 Report Surplus (Deficit): -27,591.95 496,921.02 0.00 0.00 496,921.02 0.00% 32 Budget Report For Fiscal: 2024-2025 Period Ending: 04/30/2025 5/7/2025 8:33:43 PM Page 4 of 5
Group Summary
Fiscal
AcƟvity
Variance
Favorable
(Unfavorable)
Period
Department AcƟvity
Current
Total Budget
Original
Total Budget
Percent
Remaining
Revenue
61 - SPORTS 568,375.00 568,375.00 140,492.17 24.72% 21,771.60 708,867.17 62 - CULTURE 177,860.00 177,860.00 7,295.50 4.10% 7,750.00 185,155.50 63 - CHILD CARE 1,408,120.00 1,408,120.00 -135,806.36 9.64% 85,527.25 1,272,313.64 64 - EVENTS AND OTHER 29,000.00 29,000.00 11,123.00 38.36% 2,035.00 40,123.00 65 - PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION 27,000.00 27,000.00 -7,872.00 29.16% 3,456.00 19,128.00 Revenue Total: 2,210,355.00 2,210,355.00 15,232.31 120,539.85 2,225,587.31 0.69% Expense
00 - UNDESIGNATED 33,899.00 33,899.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 33,899.00 61 - SPORTS 309,445.00 309,445.00 26,088.10 8.43% 34,329.80 283,356.90 62 - CULTURE 127,800.00 127,800.00 26,768.50 20.95% 12,887.00 101,031.50 63 - CHILD CARE 1,136,175.12 1,136,175.12 264,798.92 23.31% 62,304.40 871,376.20 64 - EVENTS AND OTHER 15,000.00 15,000.00 9,801.12 65.34% 4,058.63 5,198.88 65 - PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION 588,035.88 588,035.88 154,232.07 26.23% 34,551.97 433,803.81 Expense Total: 2,210,355.00 2,210,355.00 481,688.71 148,131.80 1,728,666.29 21.79% Report Surplus (Deficit): -27,591.95 496,921.02 0.00 0.00 496,921.02 0.00% 33 Budget Report For Fiscal: 2024-2025 Period Ending: 04/30/2025 5/7/2025 8:33:43 PM Page 5 of 5
Fund Summary
Fiscal
AcƟvity
Variance
Favorable
Fund (Unfavorable)
Period
AcƟvity
Current
Total Budget
Original
Total Budget
21 - RECREATION 0.00 0.00 496,921.02 -27,591.95 496,921.02 Report Surplus (Deficit): -27,591.95 496,921.02 0.00 0.00 496,921.02 34 5/7/2025 8:35:21 PM Page 1 of 3
Budget Report
Town of San Anselmo Account Summary
For Fiscal: 2024-2025 Period Ending: 04/30/2025
Fiscal
AcƟvity
Variance
Favorable
(Unfavorable)
Percent
Remaining
Current
Total Budget
Period
AcƟvity
Original
Total Budget
Fund: 21 - RECREATION
Expense
SubCategory: 631 - CAPITAL OUTLAY - CONSTRUCTION

21.65.63100 CAPITAL OUTLAY - CONSTRUCTION 450,000.00 250,846.85 199,153.15 44.26 % 450,000.00 175.00 SubCategory: 631 - CAPITAL OUTLAY - CONSTRUCTION Total: 250,846.85 450,000.00 450,000.00 199,153.15 44.26% 175.00 Expense Total: 250,846.85 450,000.00 450,000.00 199,153.15 44.26% 175.00 Fund: 21 - RECREATION Total: 250,846.85 450,000.00 450,000.00 199,153.15 44.26% 175.00 Report Total: 175.00 250,846.85 450,000.00 450,000.00 199,153.15 44.26% 35 Budget Report For Fiscal: 2024-2025 Period Ending: 04/30/2025 5/7/2025 8:35:21 PM Page 2 of 3
Group Summary
Fiscal
AcƟvity
Variance
Favorable
(Unfavorable)
Period
SubCategory AcƟvity
Current
Total Budget
Original
Total Budget
Percent
Remaining
Fund: 21 - RECREATION
Expense
631 - CAPITAL OUTLAY - CONSTRUCTION 450,000.00 450,000.00 199,153.15 44.26% 175.00 250,846.85 Expense Total: 450,000.00 450,000.00 199,153.15 175.00 250,846.85 44.26% Fund: 21 - RECREATION Total: 450,000.00 450,000.00 199,153.15 175.00 250,846.85 44.26% Report Total: 175.00 250,846.85 450,000.00 450,000.00 199,153.15 44.26% 36 Budget Report For Fiscal: 2024-2025 Period Ending: 04/30/2025 5/7/2025 8:35:21 PM Page 3 of 3
Fund Summary
Fiscal
AcƟvity
Variance
Favorable
Fund (Unfavorable)
Period
AcƟvity
Current
Total Budget
Original
Total Budget
Percent
Remaining
21 - RECREATION 450,000.00 450,000.00 199,153.15 44.26% 175.00 250,846.85 Report Total: 175.00 250,846.85 450,000.00 450,000.00 199,153.15 44.26% 37 Item #: 1.4

STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #:1.4
MEETING DATE: May 27, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Revenue and Expenditure Reports, April 2025 FROM: Jeff Zuba, Finance & Admin Services Director
RECOMMENDATION: That Town Council consider approving the monthly year-todate Revenue and Expenditure Reports and corresponding activity for the period ending through April 30, 2025.

SUMMARY
Every reporting period end, the Town of San Anselmo presents to the Town Council its operations as shown on the Revenue and Expenditure reports for discussion and approval.

BACKGROUND
The Revenue and Expenditure reports are year-to-date summaries of revenues and expenditures from the Town’s financial system (Tyler Incode’) for both the current as well as the prior corresponding fiscal year. These reports include the General Fund’s operations given that most of the Town-level operational activities are processed through the General Fund either directly or indirectly. This approval is to be obtained once a month within the fiscal year.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
The revenue and expenditure data through April 30, 2025, is a compilation of all operating activity that is year-to-date for the current and prior fiscal year. These reports are sourced directly from the Town’s financial system, of which a corresponding analysis has been performed identifying the key trends the Town Council should take note of.

Revenues
Overall, through the April 2025 reporting period, the town’s general fund revenue increased its base relative to the prior year by $0.470M. A majority of the Town’s revenue is collected at specific times.
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As shown above, the Town’s overall revenue base increased by $0.470M as its  The Town receives property tax disbursements from the County of Marin in December (55%), April (40%), and June (5%). Property Tax revenue increased by $0.228M. The Town is expecting a 3.0% increase in property taxes in fiscal year 2024-2025. The 2022-2023 excess Education Revenue Augmentation Fund (ERAF) payment to the Town is offsetting that increase in Property Tax revenue.

The payment is usually received in August however it was received in October 2023. That is outside of 60 days of year-end, so it was not recorded back into 2022-23 but rather recorded as revenue in 2023-24.
 The Town receives disbursements monthly from the State for Sales Tax. The collections for the fiscal year 2024-25 will begin in September. Revenues from Sales Tax decreased by $0.055M compared to the previous period individuals adjusting their dining habits as menu prices climbed, purchases of non-essential merchandise; and general consumer goods slumped, and a weaker return from grocers.
 Revenue from Licenses & Permits increased by $0.183M compared to the previous period, due to construction activity in the Town and the timing of business license collections.
 Intergovernmental revenue decreased by $0.063M compared to the previous period due to receiving a $0.160M grant in fiscal year 2023-2024 from the Department of Housing and Community Development SB2 Grant for Objective Design & Development Standards, ADU Work, and Inclusionary Study. In the current fiscal year, the Town received a $0.065M grant for work on the Housing Element. The change is reduced by the timing of collections for Prop 172 sales from Marin County compared to the prior period.

As far as the other revenue streams, these changes either decreased or remained flat year-over-year resulting in an immaterial change.

Expenditures
Overall, through the April 2025 reporting period end, the Town’s General Fund expenditures have increased by $0.513M compared to the prior year. This is primarily from increases in retirement, outside services, and debt service. All other activity is either flat year-over-year or nets correspondingly to an immaterial change—all of which are within management’s expectations.

Category APR YTD FY25 APR YTD FY24 $ Change % Change
Property Tax 16,034,647.66 15,805,856.93 228,790.73 1.45% Sales Tax 946,213.92 1,001,184.41 (54,970.49) -5.49%
Property Transfer Tax 77,538.00 63,495.55 14,042.45 22.12% Franchise Taxes 695,750.25 684,671.84 11,078.41 1.62%
Licenses & Permits 1,234,250.94 1,050,742.36 183,508.58 17.46% Fines 59,603.59 87,894.35 (28,290.76) -32.19%
Cash & Investment Interest 111,372.63 551.06 110,821.57 20110.62% Intergovernmental 217,642.11 281,508.33 (63,866.22) -22.69% Other Fees 333,444.48 280,877.51 52,566.97 18.72%
Transfers In 288,408.01 272,002.61 16,405.40 6.03%
Total 19,998,871.59 19,528,784.95 470,086.64 2.41%
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As shown above, the Town’s expenditures base overall increased by $0.513M, which is driven by compensation, retirement, outside services – public safety, and debt service:
 Compensation (Salaries & Wages and Benefits) increased by $0.238M compared to the prior fiscal year, primarily due to the 3.0% cost of living adjustment effective July 1, 2024, step adjustments, staffed positions, and health insurance premiums.
 Retirement increased by $0.109M compared to the prior period due to the Town’s CalPERS unfunded liability payment, cost of living, step adjustments, and fully staffed positions.
 Outside Services decreased by $0.287M compared to the previous period due to the Memorial Park Parking Lot Project being completed in fiscal year 23-24 and a portion being funded by the General Fund.
 Outside Services – Public Safety increased by $0.606M compared to the previous fiscal year due to payments for Public Safety JPA’s, Central Marin Police Authority, and Ross Valley Fire Department.
 Maintenance decreased by $0.123M compared to the previous period due to maintenance at the fire stations due to the replacement of the garage door, fixing a water leak, and restroom update. In addition, there was additional work on medians in the prior year due to the removal of brush and weeds.  Debt Service increased by $0.052M compared to the previous fiscal year due to the repayment of the 2021 Pension Obligation Bonds. The bond payments are due in August and February.
 Internal Service Fund Charge increased by $0.087M compared to the previous period due to increased payments to the Internal Service Funds for Building Maintenance, Vehicle Replacement, and Information Technology.  Transfers Out decreased by $0.170M compared to the previous fiscal year due to the Town, not budgeting transfers to the Special Events ($0.029M), Downtown Revitalization Fund ($0.015M) Information Technology Fund ($0.075M), and Vehicle Replacement Fund ($0.100M) offset by including a transfer to the Parks Capital Improvement Fund ($0.050M).

As far as the other expenditure streams, these changes either slightly changed or remained flat year-over-year, resulting in an immaterial change. All other changes are Category APR YTD FY25 APR YTD FY24 $ Change % Change
Compensation 3,678,857.98 3,439,941.25 238,916.73 6.95% Retirement 352,196.85 242,999.33 109,197.52 44.94%
Training 46,220.66 33,469.75 12,750.91 38.10%
Outside Services 1,977,964.71 2,265,770.16 (287,805.45) -12.70% Outside Services - Public Safety 9,142,920.08 8,535,929.20 606,990.88 7.11% Maintenance 97,895.84 221,268.43 (123,372.59) -55.76%
Utilities 14,827.62 17,386.10 (2,558.48) -14.72%
Supplies 165,745.24 220,094.69 (54,349.45) -24.69%
Debt Service - Pension Bond 638,811.71 585,985.33 52,826.38 9.01% Other Expenditure 183,858.61 140,071.17 43,787.44 31.26% Internal Service Charge 1,323,176.50 1,236,145.80 87,030.70 7.04% Transfers Out 605,000.00 774,500.00 (169,500.00) 0.00%
Total 18,227,475.80 17,713,561.21 513,914.59 2.90%
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taken together overall and are immaterial for further discussion and are expected given the Town’s operations.

FISCAL IMPACT
None

GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
Not applicable

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
The Council’s discussion and approval of this report is not a “project” under the California Environmental Quality Act, because it does not involve an activity which has the potential to cause a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. (Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 21065).

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment #1: Budget Comparison Report by Subcategory, April 2025 Attachment #2: Budget Comparison Report by Department, April 2025 41 Town of San Anselmo
2024-2025 Rev & Exp Report
as of 04/30/2025
2023-2024
Revised
Budget
2023-2024
Audited
Actuals
2023-2024
YTD Actuals
% of
Audited
Actuals
2024-2025
Adopted
Budget
2024-2025
Revised
Budget
2024-2025
YTD Actuals
% of
Actual /
Budget
Fund: 01 - GENERAL FUND
Revenue
400 - PROPERTY TAX GENERAL 9,609,527.00 9,721,536.77 9,230,994.37 94.95% 10,030,351.00 10,030,351.00 9,477,828.35 94.49% 401 - PENSION 2,756,290.00 2,920,096.50 2,851,997.75 97.67% 3,020,000.00 3,020,000.00 2,827,805.84 93.64% 402 - PROPERTY TAX OTHER 4,097,971.00 4,029,898.65 3,786,360.36 93.96% 3,998,058.00 3,998,058.00 3,806,551.47 95.21% 410 - OTHER TAXES 1,503,000.00 1,542,571.04 1,001,184.41 64.90% 1,559,106.00 1,530,000.00 946,213.92 61.84% 411 - FRANCHISE TAXES 848,000.00 933,022.37 684,671.84 73.38% 936,500.00 936,500.00 695,750.25 74.29% 420 - BUSINESS LICENSE 290,000.00 277,534.46 238,481.94 85.93% 290,000.00 290,000.00 267,975.44 92.41% 421 - PARKING 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00% 422 - CONSTRUCTION 1,141,000.00 1,047,323.09 812,260.42 77.56% 1,016,000.00 1,091,000.00 966,275.50 88.57% 430 - VEHICLE CODE 10,000.00 4,354.86 3,217.65 73.89% 15,000.00 15,000.00 7,602.76 50.69% 431 - LIBRARY 1,250.00 2,512.30 2,234.53 88.94% 1,500.00 1,500.00 2,040.23 136.02% 432 - PARKING 115,000.00 109,148.12 82,442.17 75.53% 117,990.00 117,990.00 49,960.60 42.34% 440 - USE OF MONEY AND PROPERTY 100,000.00 453,141.00 551.06 0.12% 100,000.00 100,000.00 111,372.63 111.37% 450 - STATE REVENUE 297,500.00 313,861.71 281,508.33 89.69% 170,500.00 235,500.00 217,642.11 92.42% 460 - FEDERAL REVENUE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00% 470 - LOCAL AGENCY REVENUE 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00% 480 - FEES FOR SERVICES 178,250.00 174,960.06 132,682.09 75.84% 198,500.00 198,500.00 180,174.88 90.77% 490 - MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE 102,772.00 179,796.79 148,195.42 82.42% 115,555.00 115,555.00 153,269.60 132.64% 519 - TRANSFERS IN 384,030.00 386,731.87 272,002.61 70.33% 403,318.00 403,318.00 288,408.01 71.51% 520 - SOURCE OF PROCEEDS 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00% Total Revenue: 21,434,590.00 22,096,489.59 19,528,784.95 88.38% 21,972,378.00 22,083,272.00 19,998,871.59 90.56% Expense
600 - SALARIES AND WAGES 3,336,127.00 3,286,881.51 2,717,713.44 82.68% 3,552,174.00 3,552,174.00 2,911,784.79 81.97% 601 - RETIREMENT 561,590.00 293,531.19 242,999.33 82.78% 428,706.00 428,706.00 352,196.85 82.15% 602 - EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 890,116.00 737,406.43 648,324.17 87.92% 872,566.00 872,566.00 695,437.49 79.70% 604 - RETIREE BENEFITS 164,779.00 164,779.00 73,903.64 44.85% 180,796.00 180,796.00 71,635.70 39.62% 610 - TRAINING 55,750.00 38,490.19 33,469.75 86.96% 68,750.00 68,750.00 46,220.66 67.23% 611 - OUTSIDE SERVICES 3,283,506.00 2,493,908.52 2,265,770.16 90.85% 2,659,465.00 2,734,465.00 1,977,964.71 72.33% 612 - OUTSIDE SERVICES - POLICE (CMPA) & FIRE (RVFD) 10,223,358.00 10,243,115.04 8,535,929.20 83.33% 10,974,172.00 10,974,172.00 9,142,920.08 83.31% 613 - PUBLICATION / DUES 25,272.00 17,472.68 16,412.98 93.94% 27,522.00 27,522.00 15,121.70 54.94% 614 - MAINTENANCE 119,135.00 102,103.92 92,853.18 90.94% 123,485.00 123,485.00 66,249.59 53.65% 615 - BUILDING MAINTENANCE 50,000.00 146,978.67 112,002.27 76.20% 60,000.00 60,000.00 16,524.55 27.54% 616 - VEHICLE MAINTENANCE 2,000.00 25,231.23 17,386.10 68.91% 16,050.00 16,050.00 14,827.62 92.38% 617 - UTILITIES 0.00 100,123.67 72,985.15 72.90% 0.00 0.00 86,226.40 0.00% 618 - HIRING 1,000.00 3,168.83 2,526.83 79.74% 1,000.00 1,000.00 13,269.10 1,326.91% 619 - MISCELLANEOUS 50,000.00 50,285.97 36,125.00 71.84% 25,000.00 25,000.00 3,287.64 13.15% 620 - OFFICE SUPPLIES 0.00 21,326.13 19,295.14 90.48% 32,754.00 32,754.00 29,004.13 88.55% 622 - DEPARTMENT SUPPLIES 202,450.00 195,567.55 164,674.55 84.20% 133,197.00 133,197.00 133,453.47 100.19% 623 - BOOKS / MAGAZINES / VIDEOS 27,500.00 38,714.81 27,348.07 70.64% 29,000.00 29,000.00 21,467.47 74.03% 628 - Internal Service Charge 1,333,375.00 1,333,374.96 1,236,145.80 92.71% 1,437,812.00 1,437,812.00 1,323,176.50 92.03% 629 - MISCELLANEOUS 38,500.00 45,520.30 36,867.75 80.99% 105,500.00 105,500.00 50,154.90 47.54% 630 - EQUIPMENT 500.00 0.00 343.37 0.00% 500.00 500.00 12,740.74 2,548.15% 631 - CAPITAL OUTLAY - CONSTRUCTION 0.00 381,015.63 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00% 640 - PRINCIPAL 410,000.00 410,000.00 410,000.00 100.00% 465,000.00 465,000.00 465,000.00 100.00% 641 - INTEREST 176,067.00 175,985.33 175,985.33 100.00% 173,929.00 173,929.00 173,811.71 99.93% 670 - TRANSFERS OUT 2,464,500.00 2,464,895.72 774,500.00 31.42% 605,000.00 640,000.00 605,000.00 94.53% Total Expense: 23,415,525.00 22,769,877.28 17,713,561.21 77.79% 21,972,378.00 22,082,378.00 18,227,475.80 82.54% Total Fund: 01 - GENERAL FUND: -1,980,935.00 -673,387.69 1,815,223.74 0.00 894.00 1,771,395.79 Report Total: -1,980,935.00 -673,387.69 1,815,223.74 0.00 894.00 1,771,395.79 ITEM 1.4 - ATTACHMENT 1 ITEM 1.4 - ATTACHMENT 1
42 2023-2024
Revised
Budget
2023-2024
Audited
Actuals
2023-2024
YTD Actuals
% of
Audited
Actuals
2024-2025
Adopted
Budget
2024-2025
Revised
Budget
2024-2025
YTD Actuals
% of
Actual /
Budget
2,464,500.00 2,464,895.72 774,500.00 31.42% 605,000.00 640,000.00 605,000.00 94.53% 63,255.00 54,954.93 28,873.40 52.54% 71,446.00 71,446.00 61,625.08 86.25% 1,565,944.00 1,556,055.62 1,270,993.97 81.68% 1,669,529.00 1,669,529.00 1,351,361.34 80.94% 425,000.00 259,765.00 198,750.50 76.51% 330,000.00 330,000.00 153,234.75 46.43% 1,050,401.00 1,005,737.96 714,156.67 71.01% 1,169,800.00 1,169,800.00 866,450.45 74.07%

0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00% 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00%
2,120,808.00 1,775,454.55 1,551,752.89 87.40% 1,488,431.00 1,488,431.00 1,319,943.58 88.68% 5,184,636.00 5,204,393.04 4,336,994.20 83.33% 5,474,469.00 5,474,469.00 4,564,507.50 83.38% 5,088,722.00 5,090,465.78 4,229,208.85 83.08% 5,559,703.00 5,559,703.00 4,589,909.15 82.56% 587,567.00 587,285.33 587,285.33 100.00% 640,429.00 640,429.00 640,111.71 99.95% 1,809,804.00 1,660,231.03 1,380,910.44 83.18% 1,699,695.00 1,774,695.00 1,429,995.25 80.58% 1,185,909.00 1,220,177.31 1,049,228.87 85.99% 1,278,642.00 1,278,642.00 1,016,892.55 79.53% 847,839.00 868,149.87 736,961.75 84.89% 899,716.00 899,716.00 766,367.48 85.18% 694,458.00 725,266.27 605,748.65 83.52% 768,688.00 768,688.00 593,017.80 77.15% Town of San Anselmo
2024-2025 Rev & Exp Report
as of 04/30/2025
Fund: 01 - GENERAL FUND
Expense
00 - UNDESIGNATED
11 - TOWN COUNCIL
12 - ADMINISTRATION
16 - LEGAL SERVICES
18 - PLANNING
19 - Building & Inspections
21 - NON-DEPARTMENTAL*
30 - POLICE
32 - ROSS VALLEY FIRE SERVICE
40 - DEBT SERVICE
41 - ENGINEERING AND INSPECTION
42 - STREETS
71 - LIBRARY
81 - PARKS
82 - RECREATION/GENERAL FUND 326,682.00 297,044.87 248,195.69 83.55% 316,830.00 316,830.00 269,059.16 84.92% Total Expense: 23,415,525.00 22,769,877.28 17,713,561.21 77.79% 21,972,378.00 22,082,378.00 18,227,475.80 82.54% Total Fund: 01 - GENERAL FUND: 23,415,525.00 22,769,877.28 17,713,561.21 77.79% 21,972,378.00 22,082,378.00 18,227,475.80 82.54% Report Total: 23,415,525.00 22,769,877.28 17,713,561.21 77.79% 21,972,378.00 22,082,378.00 18,227,475.80 82.54% * This budget program represents services, participation in joint powers authorities (JPA's) such as Animal Control or Marin Emergency Radio Authority, and other expenditures that represent the Town's interest and are not attributable to a single department or program.

ITEM 1.4 - ATTACHMENT 2
ITEM 1.4 - ATTACHMENT 2
43 Item #: 1.5

STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 1.5
MEETING DATE: May 27, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Resolutions Establishing Town of San Anselmo 2025- 2026 Tax Rates for Municipal Services Tax, Pension
Override Tax, Measure G Debt Service Tax, Special
Library Services Tax, and Ross Valley Paramedic
Tax; and finding the Council’s actions exempt from
the California Environmental Quality Act
FROM: Jeff Zuba, Finance & Admin Services Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Town Council adopt the attached resolutions and find that establishing these tax rates is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines section 15273:

1. The Municipal Services Tax for 2025-2026 fiscal year at the rate of $78.00 per living unit and per 1,500 square feet of non-residential structure (Attachment 1); and

2. The Pension Override Tax for the 2025-2026 fiscal year at the rate of 5.9 cents per $100 of assessed valuation (Attachment 2); and

3. The Measure G Debt Service Tax rates for 2025-2026 fiscal year at 0.4 cents per $100 of assessed valuation for the Series 2020 Measure G bonds (Attachment 3); and

4. The Special Library Services Tax for the 2025-2026 fiscal year at the rate of $72.54 per real estate parcel (Attachment 4); and

5. The Ross Valley Paramedic Tax for the 2025-2026 fiscal year at a rate of $100.50 per taxable living unit or per 1,500 square feet of structure developed parcel in non-residential use (Attachment 5).

BACKGROUND
The Municipal Services and Pension Override taxes have been levied at the rates reflected in the attached resolutions since the 1987-88 fiscal year. These taxes are necessary to provide for the level of municipal services currently provided by the Town and to meet the Town’s obligation to the Public Employees’ Retirement System. 44 Item #: 1.5
The Measure G levy is necessary to pay the debt service on the general obligation bonds sold by the Town to pay for improvements to streets, drainage, and the library, as authorized by the San Anselmo voters on June 6, 1995. The levy includes debt service from the 2020 bond series, which is the result of refinancing the 2003 bond series in July 2020. In addition to the bonds referenced in the resolution, the 2011 bonds will mature in August 2025 and the debt from those bonds has been paid in full; accordingly, the 2020 bonds are accounted for in this year’s tax rate. The Measure G tax levy is 0.4 cents per $100 of assessed valuation.

The Special Library Services Tax was approved by voters in November 2022 for the purpose of enhancing library services. The attached resolution reflects the 3% cost of living increase approved as part of the measure, which results in an increase of $2.10 from the 2024-2025 rate.

The Ross Valley Paramedic Tax was approved by the voters in June 2022 for paramedic services. The rate for 2025-2026 is $100.50 per taxable living unit or per 1,500 square feet of structure-developed parcels with non-residential uses.

These resolutions must be sent to the County Tax Assessor annually for placement on the property tax bills.

FISCAL IMPACT
The funds that will be raised by the above taxes are projected to be:

Municipal Services Tax $ 448,117
Pension Override Tax $3,097,000
Measure G Debt Service, Series 2020 $ 200,351
Special Library Services Tax $ 325,550
There is no fiscal impact to the Town with respect to the Ross Valley Paramedic Tax because the tax proceeds go directly to the Ross Valley Paramedic Authority.

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
Adoption of the attached resolutions establishing tax rates for fiscal year 2025-26 are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), because CEQA does not apply to the establishment, modification, or approval of rates or other charges by the Town which the Town finds are for the purpose of meeting operating expenses, meeting financial reserve needs, or obtaining funds for capital projects. (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15273; see also Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 21080(b)(8)).
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ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – 2025-2026 Municipal Services Tax Resolution Attachment 2 – 2025-2026 Pension Override Tax Resolution Attachment 3 – 2025-2026 Measure G Tax Resolution
Attachment 4 – 2025-2026 Library Tax Resolution
Attachment 5 – 2025-2026 RVPA Tax Resolution
46 ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 1
ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 1
RESOLUTION NO. XXXX

A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF

SAN ANSELMO ESTABLISHING THE AMOUNT OF THE MUNICIPAL SERVICES TAX RATE FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 845 of the Town of San Anselmo was adopted in 1983 and authorizes the Town Council by Resolution to establish the amount of municipal services tax to be imposed and levied during each ensuing fiscal year; and WHEREAS, the Town Council has determined that for the fiscal year commencing on July 1, 2025, the cost of maintaining municipal services will exceed the amount of funds and revenues generated from all other sources of income.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as follows:

Section 1. California Environmental Quality Act
The Town Council hereby finds that establishing this annual tax rate is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), because CEQA does not apply to the establishment, modification, or approval of rates or other charges by the Town which the Town finds are for the purpose of meeting operating expenses, meeting financial reserve needs, or obtaining funds for capital projects. (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15273; see also Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 21080(b)(8)). The Municipal Services Tax allows the Town to meet its operating expenses for municipal services.

Section 2. Tax Rate
that the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo does hereby confirm and levy a tax on all improved real property at the flat rate of $78 per year per living unit and per 1,500 square feet of structure of non-residential use, except that the tax derived from a non-residential structure seventy-five percent (75%) or more occupied by a single enterprise or institution shall not exceed $1,000.

RESOLUTION PASSED AND ADOPTED, at a regular meeting of the San Anselmo Town Council held on the 27th day of May 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmember:

NOES: Councilmember:

ABSENT: Councilmember:

ABSTAIN: Councilmember:
47 ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 1
ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 1
__________________________________

TARRELL KULLAWAY
MAYOR
ATTEST:
____________________________________

SERGE AVILA

TOWN CLERK
48 ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 2
ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 2
RESOLUTION NO. XXXX

A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF

SAN ANSELMO ESTABLISHING THE AMOUNT OF THE

PENSION OVERRIDE TAX RATE
FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR
NOW, THEREFORE, THE TOWN COUNCIL HEREBY RESOLVES:

Section 1. California Environmental Quality Act
The Town Council hereby finds that establishing this annual tax rate is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), because CEQA does not apply to the establishment, modification, or approval of rates or other charges by the Town which the Town finds are for the purpose of meeting operating expenses, meeting financial reserve needs, or obtaining funds for capital projects. (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15273; see also Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 21080(b)(8)). The Pension Override tax allows the Town to meet its operating expenses by fulfilling the Town’s obligation to the Public Employees’ Retirement System.

Section 2. Tax Rate
That the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo does hereby confirm that the tax rate for the Town’s Pension Override on property tax for the fiscal year 2025-2026 necessary to meet the Town’s obligation to the Public Employees’ Retirement System is hereby fixed at 5.9 cents per $100 of assessed valuation.

RESOLUTION PASSED AND ADOPTED, at a regular meeting thereof held on the 27th day of May 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmember:

NOES: Councilmember:

ABSENT: Councilmember:

ABSTAIN: Councilmember:
__________________________________

TARRELL KULLAWAY
MAYOR
ATTEST:
__________________________________

SERGE AVILA

TOWN CLERK
49 ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 3
ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 3
RESOLUTION NO. XXXX

A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO SETTING THE 2025-2026 TAX REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS, SERIES 2020 WHEREAS, on June 6, 1995, the voters of San Anselmo approved Ordinance No. 964 authorizing the issue of general obligation bonds in the principal amount of $10.8 million to finance improvements to streets, storm drains, and the library building; and
WHEREAS, the Town of San Anselmo has sold the general obligation bonds, the Series 2003 bonds of $2.565 million; and
WHEREAS, on July 23, 2020 the Town of San Anselmo refinanced the Series 2003 Bonds in the amount of $1.320 million; and
WHEREAS, the partial repayment of the Series 2020 bonds took place in the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE TOWN COUNCIL HEREBY RESOLVES:

Code Regs. § 15273; see also Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 21080(b)(8)). The General Obligation Bonds allow the Town to fund capital projects for improvements to streets, drainage, and the library.

Section 2. Tax Rate
That the tax rate for the general obligation bonds Series 2020 shall be 0.4 cents per $100 of assessed valuation during the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

RESOLUTION PASSED AND ADOPTED, at a regular meeting thereof held on the 27th day of May 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmember:

NOES: Councilmember:

ABSENT: Councilmember:

ABSTAIN: Councilmember:
___________________________________

TARRELL KULLAWAY
MAYOR
ATTEST:
_____________________________________

SERGE AVILA

TOWN CLERK
50 ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 4
ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 4
RESOLUTION NO. XXXX

A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO

ESTABLISHING THE SPECIAL LIBRARY SERVICES TAX RATE
FOR THE 2025-2026 FISCAL YEAR
WHEREAS, on November 8, 2022, the voters of San Anselmo approved Measure H, Town Ordinance No. 1171, authorizing the Special Library Services Tax; and WHEREAS, as specified in Ordinance No. 1171, the proceeds of the Special Library Services Tax will be spent for the purpose of improving children’s librarian services, hiring a children’s librarian and enhancing general library services.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE TOWN COUNCIL HEREBY RESOLVES:

Section 1. California Environmental Quality Act
The Town Council hereby finds that establishing this annual tax rate is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), because CEQA does not apply to the establishment, modification, or approval of rates or other charges by the Town which the Town finds are for the purpose of meeting operating expenses, meeting financial reserve needs, or obtaining funds for capital projects. (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15273; see also Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 21080(b)(8)). The Library Services Tax allows the Town to meet its operating expenses for library services.

Section 2. Tax Rate
The Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo does hereby confirm and levy a tax in the amount of $72.54 per year per real estate parcel located in the Town of San Anselmo in the 2025-2026 fiscal year, which includes an annual 3% cost of living increase. The tax is being levied for the second of nine years approved by Ordinance No. 1171 and the proceeds will be used to augment the money from the Town of San Anselmo’s General Fund currently used to fund library services.

RESOLUTION PASSED AND ADOPTED, at a regular meeting thereof held on the 27th day of May 2025 by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmember:

NOES: Councilmember:

ABSENT: Councilmember:

ABSTAIN: Councilmember:
51 ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 4
ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 4
___________________________________

TARRELL KULLAWAY
MAYOR
ATTEST:
_____________________________________

SERGE AVILA

TOWN CLERK
52 ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 5
ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 5
RESOLUTION NO. XXXX

A RESOLUTION OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN

ANSELMO IN SUPPORT OF THE ROSS VALLEY PARAMEDIC TAX RATE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026
WHEREAS, the voters in the Town of San Anselmo and the Ross Valley have approved the Paramedic Tax extensions and increases since 1982; and WHEREAS, prior to July 1st, the Board of Directors of the Ross Valley Paramedic Authority will approve and adopt a status quo operating budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, the San Anselmo Town Council supports the continuation of the existing tax at the new rate structure approved by the voters on June 7, 2022, for paramedic services for an additional four years beginning at $94.50 in the first year and raising the tax $3 annually to a maximum amount of $103.50 per taxable living unit in the fourth year, or $94.50 per 1,500 square feet of structure developed parcel in non-residential use in the first year and raising the tax $3 annually to a maximum of $103.50 in the fourth year.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE TOWN COUNCIL HEREBY RESOLVES:

Section 1. California Environmental Quality Act
The Town Council hereby finds that establishing this annual tax rate is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), because CEQA does not apply to the establishment, modification, or approval of rates or other charges by the Town which the Town finds are for the purpose of meeting operating expenses, meeting financial reserve needs, or obtaining funds for capital projects. (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15273; see also Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 21080(b)(8)). The Ross Valley Paramedic Authority provides paramedic services to the Town and the tax provides funding to meet the RVPA’s operating expenses.

Section 2. Tax Rate
That the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo does hereby confirm and levy a tax of $100.50 per taxable living unit or per 1,500 square feet of structure developed parcel in non-residential use for Ross Valley Paramedic Authority services during the fiscal year 2025-2026.

RESOLUTION PASSED AND ADOPTED, at a regular meeting of the San Anselmo Town Council held on the 27th day of May 2025 by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmember:

NOES: Councilmember:

ABSENT: Councilmember:

ABSTAIN: Councilmember:

53 ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 5
ITEM 1.5 – ATTACHMENT 5
_________________________

TARRELL KULLAWAY
MAYOR
ATTEST:
___________________

SERGE AVILA

TOWN CLERK
54 Item #: 1.6

STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #:1.6
MEETING DATE: May 27, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Quarterly Treasurer’s Investment Report, March 2025 FROM: Jeff Zuba, Finance & Admin Services Director
RECOMMENDATION: That the Town Council consider approving the Treasurer’s Investment Report for the quarter ending March 31, 2025.

SUMMARY
The Treasurer’s Investment Report is a quarterly itemization of the market value of Town investments. The purpose of this report is to present financial information for review and discussion.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
The attached report itemizes the Town’s investments and states the market value of each investment as of March 31, 2025. The Wells Fargo bank account is the Town’s primary checking account used for the deposit and expenditure of operating funds. The Bank of America checking account is a controlled account used for payroll processing only.

The Town holds three investment accounts; one with Moreton Capital with funds held at U.S. Bank, one with Wells Fargo Securities with funds held at Wells Fargo, and one with RBC Capital Markets held at RBC. The investments held are allowable by the Town’s investment policy.

The Town maintains two Local Agency Investment Fund accounts (LAIF) for the purpose of maximizing interest income on funds not needed for immediate expenditure.

One LAIF account is for the investment of general operating funds. The other is for the remaining series 2003 Measure G bond proceeds, required by law to be maintained in a segregated account.

The Town’s cash balance as of December is $14,874,721, which is $4,906 less than the balances at this time last year.
55 Item #: 1.6

FISCAL IMPACT
Not applicable

GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
Not applicable

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment #1: Quarterly Treasurer’s Investment Report, March 31, 2025 56 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO

TREASURER'S INVESTMENT REPORT

MARKET VALUE

MATURITY EFFECTIVE OF AMOUNT ON BOOK VALUE UNREALIZED

INSTITUTION DATE YIELD DEPOSIT GAIN
Wells Fargo Bank Government Advantage Checking None 1.65% -Wells Fargo BankGovernment Sweep Account None 4.22% 6,023,632 Bank of America Business Checking Account None 0.49% 100,741 LAIF (Local Agency Investment Fund) State Treasurer's Pool None 4.31% 8,314 Operating Account LAIF (Local Agency Investment Fund) State Treasurer's Pool None 4.31% 100,158 Measure G ProceedsMoreton Capital Money Market None 4.26% 2,297,409 Moreton Capital Municipal Bonds Varies 4.53% 3,729,741
Moreton Capital Cerificate of Deposits Varies 4.65% 249,189 Moreton Capital Treasury/Federal Agency Varies 0.00% -
Wells Fargo Treasury/Federal Agency Varies 0.00% -
Wells Fargo Money Market None 4.20% 277,283
RBC Wealth Management Certificate of Deposits Varies 4.61% 988,235RBC Wealth Management Treasury/Federal Agency Varies 0.00% -RBC Wealth Management Money Market None 3.92% 1,100,019 Total Investment Portfolio: 14,874,721I hereby verify that this report is in conformity with the Town of San Anselmo Investment Policy.John Mahl, Town Treasurer Jeff Zuba, Finance & Administrative Services Director Date for the quarter ending March 31, 2025
May 7, 2025
NOTES

TYPE OF

INVESTMENT
John Mahl Digitally signed by John Mahl Date: 2025.05.20 18:26:33 -07'00' ITEM 1.6 - ATTACHMENT
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Item #: 1.7

STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 1.7
MEETING DATE: May 27, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance
Amending Title 10 (Planning and Zoning) Chapters 2,
3, and 4, and the Zoning Map to Implement the 2023-
2031 Housing Element and Comply with State Law;
and Make the Associated California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) Exemption Findings.

FROM: Heidi Scoble, Community Development Director
Lindsey Klein, Principal Planner
RECOMMENDATION: That the Town Council adopt the attached Ordinance amending Title 10 (Planning and Zoning) Chapters 2, 3, and 4 of the Municipal Code and the Zoning Map to implement actions from the certified 2023-2031 Housing Element, ensure compliance with State law, and make the associated CEQA exemption findings (see Attachment 1).

BACKGROUND
On May 13, 2025, the Town Council held a public hearing and approved the first reading of the Ordinance. The amendments are required to implement Housing Element actions, address regulatory barriers, and maintain State compliance. A summary of the proposed amendments is included in the May 13, 2025 Town Council staff report.

DISCUSSION
The proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments, displayed in Attachment 1, would update the Planned Development framework, reform parking standards per Assembly Bill (AB) 2097, establish an Affordable Housing Overlay Zone, clarify allowed housing types, simplify approvals for minor accessibility modifications and lot line adjustments, and conduct general regulatory clean-up.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with the proposed Ordinance. 58 Item #: 1.7

GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
The proposed Ordinance is consistent with the following General Plan goal and programs, as stated in Attachment 1: Land Use Element Goal 5, Housing Element Programs 3.3,

4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, and 9.1.

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
The proposed Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) per CEQA Guideline Section 15301 involving the minor alteration of existing residences involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that already in existence; Section 15303 involving new construction or conversion of small structures; and pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility they would have a significant effect on the environment. The amendments make no or minimal changes to land uses, development intensities, or the rate at which development is expected to occur.

The proposed Ordinance aligns with Climate Action Plan 2030 Measure T-9 (Smart Growth Development), which calls for zoning regulations that allow for infill, higher density, and mixed-use development near transit and within walking distance to shopping, schools, and services.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 - Ordinance
Attachment 2 - Zoning Map
59 Attachment 1
ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO AMENDING TITLE 10 “PLANNING AND ZONING”, CHAPTERS 2, 3, AND 4 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE AND THE ZONING MAP TO IMPLEMENT THE 2023-2031 SAN ANSELMO HOUSING ELEMENT AND COMPLY WITH STATE LAW; AND MAKING ASSOCIATED CEQA

EXEMPTION FINDINGS
WHEREAS, State Housing Element Law (Government Code section 65580 et seq.) requires that the Town of San Anselmo (“Town”) adopt a Housing Element for the eight-year period of 2023-2031 to accommodate the Town’s regional housing need allocation (“RHNA”), ensuring the provision of housing at all income levels; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council adopted the 2023-2031 Housing Element on December 12, 2023 via Resolution No. 2023-4524, and an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration related to the Housing Element was prepared pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and certified by the Town Council on July 25, 2023 via Resolution No. 2023-4513; and WHEREAS, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) has declared authorization to review any action or failure to act by a local government that it finds inconsistent with an adopted housing element or housing element law, including failure to implement program actions included in the Housing Element, and to revoke housing element compliance if the local government’s actions do not comply with State law; and WHEREAS, on October 21, 2024, the Planning Commission discussed the Town’s requirement for a variance to complete a lot line adjustment involving two legally created, residentially zoned parcels of substandard size, identifying this requirement as a barrier to housing creation and maintenance, and requested that amendments to reduce this requirement be considered; and WHEREAS, on November 4, 2024, the Planning Commission identified an opportunity to encourage the creation of co-housing uses in the Town of San Anselmo through the establishment of clear regulations to address the Town’s housing needs and promote innovative housing solutions, and directed Town staff to prepare Zoning Code Amendments to encourage co-housing; and WHEREAS, the purpose of this Ordinance is to amend certain sections of Title 10 “Planning and Zoning”, Chapters 2, 3, and 4 and the Zoning Map to implement the 2023-2031 Housing Element and comply with State housing law (“Ordinance Amendments”); and WHEREAS, the Ordinance Amendments are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 involving the minor alteration of existing facilities involving negligible or no expansion of use beyond that already in existence; CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 involving new construction or conversion of small structures; and CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility they would have a significant effect on the environment; the amendments make no or minimal changes to land uses, development intensities, or the rate at which development is expected to occur; and
WHEREAS, the Ordinance Amendments consistent with the Town’s Adopted 2023-2031 60 Attachment 1
Housing Element, including Programs 3.3, 4.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, and 9.1, and the Town’s General Plan Land Use Goal 5; and
WHEREAS, the Ordinance Amendments are consistent with the Climate Action Plan 2030 Action T-9 (Smart Growth Development); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission, in accordance with Government Code Section 65853 et seq., is responsible for recommending proposed amendments to the Town’s Zoning Code to the Town Council and, following a duly noticed public meeting on April 21, 2025, recommended the adoption of the Zoning Ordinance Amendments.

WHEREAS, a public hearing notice was published in the Marin IJ and posted in three places on April 22, 2025 pursuant to Government Code section 65090 giving notice of Town Council adoption of the Zoning Ordinance Amendments; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council held a public hearing on May 13, 2025, to consider the Planning Commission recommendation and introduce the draft Ordinance; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT:

1. Based on substantial evidence in the record, the above recitals are true and correct and incorporated as findings herein.

2. The Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo does hereby adopt the Ordinance Amendments as set forth in Exhibits “A” and “B”, and incorporated herein by reference.

THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced at a regular meeting of the San Anselmo Town Council on May 13, 2025, and was adopted at a regular meeting of the San Anselmo Council on May 27, 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

RECUSED:

APPROVED:___________________________
Tarrell Kullaway, Mayor
ATTEST:_______________________________
Serge Avila, Town Clerk
Exhibit List:

A. Zoning Code Amendments
B. Zoning Map Amendments
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EXHIBIT “A”
SECTION 1: The above recitals are true and correct and are incorporated as findings herein.

SECTION 2: Ordinance Amendment. Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-2.710 (Relocation of Lot Lines) is hereby amended as follows:
(a) The Community Development Director, or designee, is authorized to approve lot line relocations provided that:
(1) The resultant lots created do not:
i. Create an additional lot in any zone or make an otherwise ineligible site eligible for an Urban Lot Split or Ministerial Housing Unit pursuant to Title 10, Chapter 4; and
ii. Cut off any lot from frontage on a public street or alley or access to a public utility easement; and
iii. Create any new nonconforming zoning conditions; and iv. Cut off any lot from any utility service available prior to the lot line relocation.
(2) When existing lots do not conform to all applicable physical and use requirements of this title, the resultant lots will increase pre-existing nonconformities; and (3) Resultant lots will be adequate in size and shape to accommodate the uses permitted in the applicable Zoning District and all yards, open spaces, walls and fences, vehicular access, parking, landscaping, and other features required by this title.
(b) Applications shall be made to the Planning Department, accompanied by a map showing the existing and proposed lot lines prepared by a licensed civil engineer or surveyor. (c) New lot corners and/or angle points shall be monumented after approval as required by the Community Development Director, or designee.
(d) The fee for processing a lot line relocation shall be set by resolution. (e) The transfer of property involved in a lot line relocation shall be made by a properly executed grant deed provided to, and recorded concurrently with the final parcel map by, the Planning Department.

SECTION 3: Ordinance Amendment. Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-2.711 (Urban Lot Splits pursuant to Government Code 66411.7), subsection (b)(1) is hereby amended as follows:
(1) The parcel is located within a single-family residential zone R-1, R-1-H, or R-1-C.

SECTION 4: Ordinance Amendment. Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-3.201 (Purpose and Intent) is hereby amended as follows:

The Town is hereby divided into Zoning Districts based upon the intent of the General Plan, as follows:
62 Attachment 1
(a) Very Low Density Residential (R-1-H) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map as "Very Low Density Residential," which allows a maximum density of one (1) residential unit for each gross acre of land, with a maximum population density of four (4) persons for each acre of land. This District is generally applied to the primary ridges and ridge zone land areas of the Town as identified by the General Plan Land Use and Open Space Elements. The purpose of this District is to preserve and maintain the natural land forms and vegetation of the Town's primary ridges and ridge zone areas by limiting development as defined by the Town's General Plan, to further the Town's open space objectives as described in the General Plan, and to recognize and work in concert with the environmental opportunities and constraints of these unique and sensitive areas. The General Plan accomplishes these goals by limiting development to a maximum density of one (1) residential unit per acre and by providing for a thorough and tiered review and approval process for new development on undeveloped land, for certain reconstruction of existing development, and for certain expansions of existing development. The maximum number of dwelling units allowed on each parcel in the R-1 H District shall not exceed the number of dwelling units designated for each parcel listed in the official "Table of R-1 H (Hillside Density District) Parcels," referred to as Table 4D. Within a subdivision, single-family detached homes may be located on lots smaller than one (1) acre, provided that said location of single-family detached homes attains the desired open space objectives or reduces the visual impact of the proposed development, and providing the overall subdivision density does not exceed the maximum gross density allowed by the designated land use. Exceptions to these standards for the R-1 H and R-1 C Zoning Districts may be allowed or required by the Planning Commission when such exceptions would result in a more desirable development and are warranted based on information developed through the review process and the exceptions are consistent with the goals, policies and objectives of the San Anselmo General Plan. Accessory dwelling units are permitted as an accessory residential use that is consistent with the General Plan and shall not be considered to exceed the allowable density. Small two (2) unit developments that comply with Chapter 4 are permitted.
(b) Single-Family Residential-Conservation (R-1-C) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map as "Low Density Residential Conservation," which allows a maximum density of one (1) residential unit for each gross acre of land, with a maximum population density of four (4) persons for each gross acre of land. This District is generally applied to those developed and undeveloped lots ranging from one (1) to two (2) acres in size and located at or above one hundred fifty (150) feet above Mean Sea Level and excepting those areas designated as "Very Low Density Residential" by the General Plan Land Use Element. The purpose of this District is to (1) require design review for most exterior improvements; (2) limit the overall density within the district to a maximum of one (1) residential dwelling unit per acre of land; and (3) maintain and enhance the natural land forms and vegetation of the Town's secondary ridgelines and hillside areas by limiting development density and through the careful review of architectural design and site development characteristics for new development on undeveloped land, for certain reconstruction of existing development, and for certain expansions of existing development. Within a subdivision, single-family detached homes may be located on lots 63 Attachment 1
smaller than one (1) acre, provided that said location of single-family detached homes attains the desired open space objectives or reduces the visual impact of the proposed development, and providing the overall subdivision density does not exceed the maximum gross density allowed by the designated land use. Exceptions to these standards for the R-1 H and R-1 C Zoning Districts may be allowed or required by the Planning Commission when such exceptions would result in a more desirable development and are warranted based on information developed through the review process and the exceptions are consistent with the goals, policies and objectives of the San Anselmo General Plan. Accessory dwelling units are permitted as an accessory residential use that is consistent with the General Plan and shall not be considered to exceed the allowable density. Small two (2) unit developments that comply with Chapter 4 are permitted.
(c) Single-Family Residential (R-1) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map as "Single-Family Residential," which allows a density range of between one (1) and six (6) residential units for each acre of land, with a maximum population density of eighteen (18) persons for each gross acre of land. The minimum lot area for R-1 lots shall also be regulated by the Slope Density Table, referred to as Table 4C. No allowance for rounding up shall be granted for the last lot in a subdivision which only partially meets the minimum lot area requirements. This District is generally applied to established residential neighborhoods characterized by single-family detached residential units on conventional lots. The majority of the land area in this District has previously been developed. Additionally, this District is applied to lots located at or above one hundred fifty (150) feet above Mean Sea Level which are further regulated through the requirement for the careful review of architectural design and site development characteristics for new development on undeveloped land, for certain reconstruction of existing development, and for certain expansions of existing development. Accessory dwelling units are permitted as an accessory residential use that is consistent with the General Plan and shall not be considered to exceed the allowable density. Small two (2) unit developments that comply with Chapter 4 are permitted. (d) Medium Density Residential (R-2) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map as "Medium Density Residential," which allows a density range of between six (6) and twelve (12) residential units for each acre of land, with a maximum population density of twenty-eight (28) persons for each gross acre of land. The minimum lot area for all newly created R-2 lots shall be as described in this title. No allowance for rounding up shall be granted for the last lot in a subdivision, which only partially meets the lot area requirement. This District is generally applied to lands adjacent to Sir Francis Drake Boulevard and to land areas abutting or facing commercial land uses. Lots within the District will be developed with either duplex or triplex style development, although lots developed with a single-family detached residential unit and any associated accessory dwelling unit will also be permitted.
(e) High Density Residential (R-3) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map as "High Density Residential," which allows a density range of between thirteen (13) and thirty (30) residential units for each acre of land, with a maximum population density of forty-two (42) persons for each gross acre of land. The minimum lot area for all 64 Attachment 1
newly created R-3 lots shall be as described in this title. No allowance for rounding up shall be granted for the last lot in a subdivision, which only partially meets the lot area requirement. This District is generally applied to lands near commercial areas. Lots within the District will be developed with either apartment or condominium style development which reflects a compatibility with the Town's predominantly residential lower density character, although lots developed with a single-family detached residential unit and any associated accessory dwelling unit will also be permitted. (f) Affordable Housing Overlay (AHO) District. This District is not specifically reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map and is intended to serve as an "overlay" District to the R-3 and C-3 Districts on the Zoning Map. The purpose of the Affordable Housing Overlay Zone is to enhance the development of affordable housing by providing a tool that would allow greater densities and flexibility to development standards if at least forty percent (40%) of the total dwelling units are deed-restricted for low-income families. Applicants seeking project approval through the use of the Affordable Housing Overlay Zone have the option of utilizing the Objective Design and Development Standards in Title 3, Chapter 20 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code or the standard entitlement process associated with Section 10-3.302, Land Use Regulations Table 3A of the San Anselmo Municipal Code. (g) Professional (P) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map as "Professional." The minimum lot area for all newly created P lots shall be as described in this table. No allowance for rounding up shall be granted for the last lot in a subdivision, which only partially meets the lot area requirement. This District is generally applied to a few land areas in the vicinity of the Town's commercial area which serve as buffers or transitions between the more intense commercial development and adjoining residential development. The types of professional uses anticipated in the District are those considered compatible with residential and commercial development and which do not result in the generation of traffic, noise, or other detriments to adjacent residential development. Lots developed with a single-family detached residential use are permitted to have an accessory dwelling unit. An accessory dwelling unit is an accessory residential use that is consistent with the General Plan and does not exceed the allowable density or expand or intensify the residential use.
(h) Neighborhood Commercial (C-1) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map as "Neighborhood Commercial," which allows a maximum Floor Area Ratio of 1.0, except that the maximum Floor Area Ratio for housing development projects with eight (8) to ten (10) units is 1.25. This District is generally applied to several existing small commercial areas located within established residential neighborhoods. The purpose of this District is to identify those land areas which have existing commercial development providing limited commercial opportunities to adjacent residential neighborhoods. The types of commercial uses permitted within this District are those which have a market area limited to adjoining residential neighborhoods and which do not result in the generation of traffic, illumination, noise, odors, or other impacts greater than if the District were restricted to residential uses. Examples of the types of uses anticipated within the District are small grocery and drug stores and service businesses such as dry cleaners and laundromats. Lots developed with a single-family detached residential use are permitted to have an accessory dwelling unit. An accessory dwelling unit is an 65 Attachment 1
accessory residential use that is consistent with the General Plan and does not exceed the allowable density or expand or intensify the residential use. The District shall have a density range of between thirteen (13) and twenty (20) residential units for each acre of land, with a maximum population density of forty-two (42) persons for each gross acre of land.
(i) Downtown Commercial (C-2) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map as "Central Commercial," which allows a maximum Floor Area Ratio of 2.0. This District is generally applied to existing commercial areas along San Anselmo Avenue and Sir Francis Drake Boulevard between The Hub and Ross Avenue. The purpose of this District is to identify those areas which form the Town's central business district. Two (2) types of business are expected in this District. The primary uses expected are businesses referred to as "primary attractors," which are those which draw the majority of their customers from outside the community. Examples of these types of businesses are specialty boutiques, antique stores, restaurants, and cafes. The second type of businesses expected in the District are those which rely upon pedestrian movements generated by the primary attractors. Examples of these include small specialty shops, small food outlets (ice cream and coffee), and personal services such as barber and beauty shops. Mixeduses, combining commercial, office, and residential uses are also allowed within the District; however, offices and residential uses are encouraged to locate above the ground floor to preserve the District's primary purpose of providing for commercial activities. Lots developed with a single-family detached residential use are permitted to have an accessory dwelling unit. An accessory dwelling unit is an accessory residential use that is consistent with the General Plan and does not exceed the allowable density or expand or intensify the residential use. The District shall have a density range of between thirteen (13) and twenty (20) residential units for each acre of land, with a maximum population density of forty-two (42) persons for each gross acre of land. (j) Limited Commercial (C-L) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map as "Limited Commercial." This District is generally applied to properties lining both sides of Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, west of The Hub, for approximately one-quarter (¼) of a mile, ending at Bella Vista Avenue. The Land Use category was developed as part of the 1988 General Plan to allow only those commercial uses which will not result in the generation of traffic in volumes sufficient to disrupt the flow of vehicular traffic along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. Those uses permitted will typically be low traffic generators or generate an equal or lesser number of trips during the a.m. and p.m. peak hours than the existing uses as of July 22, 1997 (the determination for vacant buildings will be the most recent use between February 26, 1991, and July 22, 1997) on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard.

Those numbers of traffic trips typically generated will be obtained from the current edition of Trip Generation, Institute of Transportation Engineers. Examples of the types of uses allowed within the District are furniture and antique shops, specially boutiques, book stores, art galleries, and personal services such as barber and beauty shops.

Examples of some of the uses specifically prohibited within the District are fast food restaurants, and convenience food stores which are not in combination with a gasoline station. Residential uses are allowed within the District which provide mixed-uses, live/work arrangements, and affordable housing that will not result in significant traffic 66 Attachment 1
disruption along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. Offices and residential uses are encouraged to locate above the ground floor to preserve the District's primary purpose for providing for commercial activities. Multi-family uses are encouraged to provide incentives for mass transportation use. Lots developed with a single-family detached residential use are permitted to have an accessory dwelling unit. An accessory dwelling unit is an accessory residential use that is consistent with the General Plan and does not exceed the allowable density or expand or intensify the residential use. The District shall have a density range of between thirteen (13) and thirty (30) residential units for each acre of land, with a maximum population density of forty-two (42) persons for each gross acre of land. (k) Commercial (C-3) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map as "General Commercial." This District is generally applied to those areas along Redhill Avenue, Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, and the eastern end of San Anselmo Avenue. The purpose of this District is to identify those areas of Town which will afford opportunities for various commercial activities to serve the needs of the community as well as the needs of surrounding communities. Many of the areas within the District include existing development, or have development potential, to provide for commercial uses which require significantly larger buildings than afforded in the Central Commercial District, such as full-service grocery and drug stores, major furniture and appliance stores, and shopping centers. Residential uses are allowed within the District which provide mixeduses, live/work arrangements, and affordable housing that will not result in significant traffic disruption along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. Offices and residential uses are encouraged to locate above the ground floor to preserve the District's primary purpose for providing for commercial activities. Multi-family uses are encouraged to provide incentives for mass transportation use. Lots developed with a single-family detached residential use are permitted to have an accessory dwelling unit. An accessory dwelling unit is an accessory residential use that is consistent with the General Plan and does not exceed the allowable density or expand or intensify the residential use. The District shall have a density range of between thirteen (13) and thirty (30) residential units for each acre of land, with a maximum population density of forty-two (42) persons for each gross acre of land.
(l) Public Facilities (PF) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map as "Public Facility." This District is generally applied to all existing major public land uses, including, but not limited to the Town Corporation Yard, Town Hall, the Police Department, the Public Library, the Fire Service buildings, public parking lots, parks and public schools. Residential uses may be permitted within the PF District. (m)Community Facilities (CF) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Land Use Map as "Community Facility." This District is generally applied to certain Town-owned property and allows for private use of said properties when appropriate. Examples include the Isabel Cook Community Center and Robson Harrington House.

The hierarchy of use for Community Facilities parcels shall be in the following order, assuming substantially comparable lease terms:

1. Public use by the Town.

2. Rental to non-profit community organizations.

3. Rental to other private entities.
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(n) Open Space (OS) District. This District is reflected on the General Plan Planned Land Use Map as "Open Space." This District is generally applied to land intended to be protected and managed as a natural environment with passive recreation usage and no or minimal development. Lands zoned to the OS District include existing open space areas, lands with scenic values or natural resources found to be in the public interest to preserve, or lands not suitable for development due to natural or other hazards associated with the land.

SECTION 5: Ordinance Amendment. Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-3.302 (Land Use Regulations Table 3A) is hereby amended as follows:

The Land Use Regulations Table, referred to as Table 3A, lists uses of the land and indicates whether or not each use is permitted (P), conditionally permitted (C), or not permitted (-) in each Zoning District. Uses not specifically listed in the Land Use Regulations Table are specifically prohibited unless a Use Determination by the Community Development Director, or designee is made which finds the use not specifically listed is similar to another use permitted or conditionally permitted within the District.

The Residential Housing Opportunities (R-HO), Public Facilities (PF), and Open Space (OS) are not included on the Land Use Regulations Matrix. The R-HO District is an overlay District and generally allows for higher residential densities. The R-HO District is not yet designated on the zoning map and, therefore, is not currently regulated. The PF District does not include any lands not currently developed with major public facilities. Any expansion of the PF District would be preceded by the Town's acquisition of the land for a specific use or purpose, a General Plan Amendment, and a zone change. The OS District is limited to passive recreation uses. See also Title 11, Chapter 1 "Regulations for Parks and Playgrounds." 68 Attachment 1

LAND USE REGULATIONS TABLE
TABLE 3A
"P" = Permitted Use "C" = Conditionally Permitted Use 3 "-" = Not Permitted

DISTRICT
LAND USES: R-1- H R-1- C R-1 R-2 R-3 P C-1 C-2 C-L C-3
Recreation, Education, and Public Assembly
Day Care Centers C (2) C (2) C (2) C C C C C - C
Day Care Homes, Large Family C C C C C C C C - C
Day Care Homes, Small Family P P P P P P (4) C C - C
Elementary and Secondary Schools - - P (2) P P P C C - C Fitness Centers - - - - - - C C C P
Fitness Centers, Classes as Primary Use - - - - - - C C (13) - P Indoor Entertainment Facilities - - - - - - - C - C
Libraries and Museums - - - - - - P P - P
Religious Institutions - - C (2) C C - C C C C
Schools, Specialized Education and Training - - C (2) C C C C C - C Service Organizations and Clubs - - - - - P/C (15) P/C (15) P/C (15) P/C (15) P/C (15) Theaters and Meeting Halls - - - - - - - C - C
Parks and Playgrounds, Public P (2) P (2) P (2) P P P P P - C Residential
Emergency Shelters - - - - - P - - P P
Live-Work/Mixed-Use - Ground Floor
Commercial - - - - - - P (16) P P (16) P (14,16)
Low Barrier Navigation Centers - - - - - P P P P P
Other Residential Care Facilities P P P P P P P P - P
Residential Care Facilities, Large P (2) P (2) P (2) P P C C C C C Residential Care Facilities, Small P P P P P C C C C C
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Residential, Accessory Dwelling Units P P P P P P P P P P Residential, Multi-Family (2 to 4 units) P/C (6,17) P/C (6,17) P (6) P P (18) C P P (10) P P (14) Residential, Multi-Family (5+ units) P/C (6,17) P/C (6,17) P P P (18) C P (18) P (10, 18) P/C (17) P (14, 18) Residential, Single Family Attached P (6) P (6) P (6) - - - - - - - Residential, Single Family Detached P P P P P C C - C C Residential,
Single-Room Occupancy Units (7) P P P P P - P P (10) P P (14) Supportive Housing P P P P P C P P P P
Transitional Housing P P P P P C C C C C
Co-Housing (1) - - C C C C C C C C
Retail
Food and Beverage Stores
Farmers Markets - - - - - - C C - C
Grocery Stores - - - - - - P/C P/C - P/C
Food Services
Alcoholic Beverage Sales, Off-Premises - - - - - - C C C P/C (1) Caterers - - - - - - - P P P
Drinking Establishments - - - - - - - C - C
Restaurants - - - - - - P P C P
Restaurants, Fast Food - - - - - - - - - C
Restaurants, With Alcohol and/or Entertainment - - - - - - C P C P Retail Sales
Auto, Vehicle, and Parts Sales and Rentals - - - - - - - - - C Banks and Financial Services, Retail - - - - - - - P - C Building Material Stores - - - - - - - - - C
Cell Phone & Wireless Stores - - - - - - - P C P
Department Stores - - - - - - - P - P
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Medicinal Cannabis Facilities - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Medicinal Cannabis Facilities - - - - - - - - - -
Nurseries - - - - - - - C C P
Retail Stores, General Merchandise - - - - - - P P P P
Services
Consumer Services
Mini-Storage - - - - - - - - C C
Personal Services - - - - - - P P P P
Repair and Maintenance, Consumer Products - - - - - - P P P P Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services - - - - - - - C C C Laundry, Dry-Cleaning, and Laundromats - - - - - - P - C C Auto-Oriented Services
Service Stations - - - - - - - - C (8,9) C (8,9)
Vehicle Repair and Maintenance - - - - - - - - C C
Zero Emission Fueling Station P (19) P (19) P (19) P (19) P (19) P (19) P (19) P (19) P (19) P (19) Hydrogen Fueling Stations - - - - - - - - C (3,20) C (3,20) Professional, Business, and Administrative
Services
Business Support Services - - - - - - P P C P
Light Manufacturing - - - - - - - - - C
Offices - - - - - - P P/C (15) P/C (15) P
Wholesale and Distribution - - - - - - - - - C
Research and Development - - - - - - - - C C
Health Services
Medicinal Cannabis Facilities - - - - - - - - - -
Medical Services, Clinics, Urgent Care - - - - - - - - - C Medical Services, Doctor Offices - - - - - P (4) P P C P 71 Attachment 1
Medical Services, Extended Care P/C (1,2) P/C (1,2) P/C (1,2) P/C (1,2) P/C (1,2) C C C - C Medical Services, Hospitals - - - - - P P P - P
Medical Services, Veterinary Clinics and
Hospitals - - - - - P (4) P P C P
Temporary Uses and Events
Temporary Uses and Events - - - - - C (13) C (13) C (13) C (13) C (13) Transportation, Communications, and
Infrastructure
Communications Equipment Buildings C (2) C (2) C (2) C C C C C C C Electric Transmission Line Routes of 12 Kv or
greater prior to ROW Acquisition - C (2) C (2) C C C C C C C Institutional, Public - - P (2) P P P P P P P
Institutional, Non-Profit - - C (2) C C C C C C C
Mail Services - - - - - - - P C P
Parking Garages, Commercial - - - - - - C C - P
Parking Lots, Commercial - - - - - - C C - P
Transportation Services, Transit Stops - - - - - - - P - P Utility Substations C (2) C (2) C (2) C C C C C C C
Water Tanks C (2) C (2) C (2) C C C C C C C
Windmills - C (2) C (2) C C C C C - C
Wireless Telecommunications Facilities C (11) C (11) C (11) C (11) C (11) C (11) C (11) C (11) C (11) C (11) Visitor-Serving Accommodations
Bed and Breakfast Inns - - - - - - C C - C
Hotels - - - - C - - C - C
Ancillary Uses
Accessory Uses P P P P P P (4) P P P P
ATMs - - - - - - C P C P
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Conversion of Residential Use to Professional or
Commercial Use
- - - - - C C C C C
Drive-Through Services - - - - - - - - - C
Home Occupations P (2) P (2) P (2) P P P P P (4) - P
Office, Ancillary - - - - - - P (12) P (12,15) P (12) P (12) Outdoor Sales and Rental, Ancillary - - - - - - C C C C Personal Cannabis Cultivation (5) P P P P P P P P P P

LAND USE REGULATIONS TABLE
TABLE 3A
Notes:
(1) See definition for more information about the permitting requirements based on the type of use. (2) Use is prohibited on lots created by California Government Code Sections 65852.21 and 66411.7. (3) Reference Section 10-1305 of Article 13 of this Chapter. (4) Reference Article 5 of this Title.
(5) Reference Section 10-3.1801 of Article 18 of this Chapter. (6) Two units permitted pursuant to Chapter 10-4.101, implementing California Government Code Sections 65852.21 and 66411.7. (7) Reference Section 10-3.1901 of Article 19 of this Chapter. (8) Reference Chapter 6 of this Title.
(9) Upon change of occupancy, buildings or leasable space having a minimum of one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet of gross floor area shall be subject to the granting of a conditional use permit and design review as set forth in Articles 13 and 15 of this Title. (10) Residential uses are allowed only on upper floors unless the use is an owner-occupied and rental multifamily residential development with 20 percent of the units reserved for lower-income households; in which case it shall be allowed by-right pursuant to California Government Code Section 65583.2, subdivisions (h) and (i). This by-right provision applies to the following properties identified in the Housing Element: Site 2 (300 Sunny Hills Dr), Site 14 (100 Center Blvd), Site 19 (330 Red Hill Ave), Site 21 (100 Red Hill Ave and APN 006-167-06), Site 22 (6 Red Hill Ave), Site 24 (208 Greenfield Ave, 222 Greenfield Ave, 224 Greenfield Ave, 270 Greenfield Ave), Site 25 (5 W Hillside Ave), Site 26 (6 W Hillside Ave, 130 Greenfield Ave), Site 40 (120 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 130 Sir Francis Drake Blvd), Site 50 (121 San Anselmo Ave), and Site 61 (305 San Anselmo Ave).
(11) A Conditional Use Permit is required unless the project meets the qualifications for Town review under Section 6409(a) of the Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Action of 2012 (47 U.S.C. § 1455(a)). (12) Up to 30% of the use may be permitted when it is ancillary to the primary permitted commercial use. 73 Attachment 1
(13) Reference Section 10-3.1304 of Article 13 of this Chapter. (14) For properties south of Ross Avenue, residential uses are allowed only on upper floors or behind the ground floor commercial/office use unless the use is an owner-occupied and rental multifamily residential development with 20 percent of the units reserved for lower-income households; in which case it shall be allowed by-right pursuant to California Government Code Section 65583.2, subdivisions (h) and (i). This by-right provision applies to the following properties identified in the Housing Element: Site 2 (300 Sunny Hills Dr), Site 14 (100 Center Blvd), Site 19 (330 Red Hill Ave), Site 21 (100 Red Hill Ave and APN 006-167-06), Site 22 (6 Red Hill Ave), Site 24 (208 Greenfield Ave, 222 Greenfield Ave, 224 Greenfield Ave, 270 Greenfield Ave), Site 25 (5 W Hillside Ave), Site 26 (6 W Hillside Ave, 130 Greenfield Ave), Site 40 (120 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 130 Sir Francis Drake Blvd), Site 50 (121 San Anselmo Ave), and Site 61 (305 San Anselmo Ave). (15) Required to obtain a Conditional Use Permit for occupation at the ground floor level. (16) A residential use(s) associated with a mixed-use development(s) shall occupy at least 50% of the total floor area. (17) Dependent upon the maximum density permitted for the site, up to six residential units are permitted. More than six units per site requires a Conditional Use Permit unless a) project seeks approval through the Title 10 Chapter 20, Objective Design Standards for Residential Development or b) the use is an owner-occupied and rental multifamily residential development with 20 percent of the units reserved for lower-income households; in which case it shall be allowed by-right pursuant to California Government Code Section 65583.2, subdivisions (h) and (i). This by-right provision applies to the following properties identified in the Housing Element: Site 2 (300 Sunny Hills Dr), Site 14 (100 Center Blvd), Site 19 (330 Red Hill Ave), Site 21 (100 Red Hill Ave and APN 006-167-06), Site 22 (6 Red Hill Ave), Site 24 (208 Greenfield Ave, 222 Greenfield Ave, 224 Greenfield Ave, 270 Greenfield Ave), Site 25 (5 W Hillside Ave), Site 26 (6 W Hillside Ave, 130 Greenfield Ave), Site 40 (120 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 130 Sir Francis Drake Blvd), Site 50 (121 San Anselmo Ave), and Site 61 (305 San Anselmo Ave). (18) If the use is an owner-occupied and rental multifamily residential development with 20 percent of the units reserved for lower-income households; it shall be allowed by-right pursuant to California Government Code Section 65583.2, subdivisions (h) and (i). This by-right provision applies to the following properties identified in the Housing Element: Site 2 (300 Sunny Hills Dr), Site 14 (100 Center Blvd), Site 19 (330 Red Hill Ave), Site 21 (100 Red Hill Ave and APN 006-167-06), Site 22 (6 Red Hill Ave), Site 24 (208 Greenfield Ave, 222 Greenfield Ave, 224 Greenfield Ave, 270 Greenfield Ave), Site 25 (5 W Hillside Ave), Site 26 (6 W Hillside Ave, 130 Greenfield Ave), Site 40 (120 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, 130 Sir Francis Drake Blvd), Site 50 (121 San Anselmo Ave), and Site 61 (305 San Anselmo Ave). (19) Pursuant to California Government Code section 65850.7, this ongoing Ordinance requires no permit for Zero Emission Fueling Stations, with the exception of Hydrogen Fueling Stations.
(20) Pursuant to California Government Code section 65850.7, until 2030, Hydrogen Fueling Stations are permitted with a CUP when located on the site of an existing Gas Station land use.
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SECTION 6: Ordinance Amendment. The following changes and amendments are made to Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-3.402 (Development Standards Table):

The Development Standards Table, referred to as Table 4A, lists the development standards for each Zoning District. Deviations from development standards set forth in the Development Standards Table, referred to as Table 4A, may only be permitted by (1) an exception; (2) a minor exception; or (3) a design review, each of which are listed on the Minor Intrusions into Required Development Standards For Residential Properties Table, referred to as Table 4B; or (4) a variance by the Planning Commission as set forth in Section 10.3.1404(b) of this chapter of the San Anselmo Municipal Code; or (5) pursuant to specific exceptions for certain two-unit developments and subdivisions set forth in Chapter 4, Housing Developments Under Government Code Section 65852.21, and Chapter 6, Accessory Dwelling Units.

The Residential Housing Opportunities (R-HO), Public Facilities (PF), and Open Space (OS) Districts are not included on Table 4A. The R-HO District is an overlay district and utilizes development standards for the underlying District. The PF and OS Districts do not include any development standards but allow for the use of development standards appropriate to the specific use or project site as determined by the Planning Commission or the Town Council.

Development Standards Table
Table 4A

DEVELOPMENT

STANDARD
DISTRICT R-1-H R-1-C R-1 R-2 R-3 P C-1 C-2 C-L C-3
Lot Area, Minimum
(Sq. Ft.)
43,560 43,560 7,500 7,500 7,500 5,000 - - - -
Density, Minimum
(Units/Acre)
- - - 6 20 20 13 13 20 20
Density, Maximum
(Units/Acre)
1 1 6 12 30 30 20 20 30 30
Lot Width, Minimum
Average
60′ 60′ 60′ 60′ 75′ 45′ - - - -
Lot Width, Minimum
Street Frontage
40′ 40′ 40′ 40′ 50′ 45′ - - - -
Lot Coverage,
Maximum
- - 35%(1) 35%(3) 50%(3) 50%(3) - - - -
Setback, Minimum
Front(2)
20′ 20′ 20′ 20′ 20′ 20′ 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′
Setback, Minimum
Rear(2)
20′ 20′ 20′ 20′ 20′ - - - - -
Minimum Adjacent
to "R" Districts
20′ 12′ 12′ 12′ 12′
Minimum Adjacent
to "P" Districts
12′ 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′
Minimum Adjacent
to "C" Districts
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′
Setback, Side(2)
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Minimum Interior
Side
8′ 8′ 8′ 8′ 8′ 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′
Minimum Street Side 12′ 12′ 12′ 12′ 12′ 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′
Minimum Adjacent
to "R" Districts
5′ 8′ 0′ 0′ 0′
Minimum Adjacent
to "P" Districts
5′ 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′
Minimum Adjacent
to "C" Districts
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′
Floor Area Ratio,
Maximum
(1) (1) (1)
--- 1.0
/1.25
(3)

2.0 2.0 2.0
Maximum Stories:

On lot with building
footprint having an
average slope of less
than 25%
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3
On lots with
building footprint
average slope at or
greater than 25%
3 3 3 3 3 2 2 2 3 3
Maximum Building
Height Outside
Primary and
Secondary
Ridgezone: Above
Average Grade:

On lot with building
footprint having an
average slope of less
than 25%
30′ 30′ 30′ 30′ 30′ 30′ 30′ 30′ 35′ 35’
On lots with
building footprint
average slope at or
greater than 25%
35′ 35′ 35′ 35′ 35′ 30′ 30′ 30′ 35′ 35’
Maximum Building
Height Within
Primary and
Secondary
Ridgezone:

Maximum Feet
Above Average
Grade
30′ 30′ 30′ -------
Maximum Building
Height Within
Primary and
Secondary
18′ 18′ 18′ -------
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Ridgezone:

Maximum Feet
Above Ridgeline
Maximum Fence
Height(2)
NOTES:
(1) Reference Table 4E or 4F of this Chapter and Title 10 Chapter 4. (2) Reference Table 4B of this Chapter for residential projects. (3) The Town shall not impose a lot coverage requirement that would physically preclude a housing development project with eight to ten units(4) from achieving a Floor Area Ratio of 1.25. However, the 1.25 FAR allowed for housing development projects between 8 to 10 units in this Table 4A shall not apply to a site within a historic district or property included on the State Historic Resources Inventory, as defined in California Public Resources Code Section 5020.1, or within a site that is designated or listed as a Town landmark or historic property or district pursuant to a Town ordinance. (4) “Unit” means a unit of housing, but shall not include an accessory dwelling unit or a junior accessory dwelling unit.

SECTION 7: Ordinance Amendment. The following changes and amendments are made to Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-3.405 (Minor Intrusions into Required Development Standards for Residential Properties Table):
10-3.405 - Minor Exceptions To Required Development Standards for Residential Properties Table.

The Minor Exceptions To Required Development Standards for Residential Properties Table, referred to as Table 4B, lists: (a) exceptions, which require no discretionary action by the Community Development Director or designee, or Planning Commission; (b) minor exceptions, which require discretionary action by the Community Development Director or designee; and (c) minor intrusions that require Planning Commission design review. 77 Attachment 1

MINOR EXCEPTIONS TO REQUIRED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS Table 4B(1)(2)(3)
Feature Front
Setback
Rear
Setback
Interior
Side Setback
Street
Side Setback
Review
Required
Accessory Structure - Detached or Attached
A. For properties with a rear property frontage on Center Boulevard or Red Hill Avenue (one of the following):

1. One, similar in type to gazebo, tool shed, or play structure, less than 200 square feet in area up to 10′ in height(4) above the ground surface subject to screen landscaping between the accessory structure and the right of way, as approved by the Community Development Director or designee. It is encouraged that the roof pitch design of accessory buildings be similar to that of the main dwelling; or
20′ 4′ 8′ 8′ E

2. One, similar in type to gazebo, tool shed, or play structure, less than 200 square feet in area exceeding 10′ in height(4), but no higher than 12′ in height above the ground surface subject to screen landscaping between the accessory structure and the right of way, as approved by the Community Development Director or designee. It is encouraged that the roof pitch design of accessory buildings be similar to that of the main dwelling; or
20′ 6′ 8′ 8′ E

3. One, similar in type to gazebo, tool shed, or play structure, less than 200 square feet in area up to 10′ in height(4) above the ground surface subject to screen landscaping between the accessory structure and the right of way, as approved by the Community Development Director or designee. It is encouraged that the roof pitch design of accessory buildings be similar to that of the main dwelling; or
20′ 4′ 0′ 0′ DR

4. One, similar in type to gazebo, tool shed, or play structure, less than 200 square feet in area exceeding 10′ in height(4) , but no higher than 12′ in height above the ground surface subject to screen landscaping between the accessory structure and the right of way, as approved by the Community Development Director or designee. It is encouraged that the roof pitch design of accessory buildings be similar to that of the main dwelling.
20′ 6′ 0′ 0′ DR
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B. For all other properties:

One, similar in type to gazebo, tool shed, or play structure less than 120 square feet in area (measured to exterior walls or surfaces) and 8′ or less in height above the ground surface(4)
20′ 0′ 0′ 0′ E
Arbor and Trellis:

1. Freestanding, 60 square feet or less in area and 8′ or less in height(4) above the ground surface. A distance of 10′ shall be maintained from dwellings located on contiguous properties.
0′ 0′ 3′ 3′ E

2. Freestanding, exceeding 60 square feet in area and exceeding 8′ in height above the ground surface(4) .
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ ME

3. Attached, extending 3′ from building wall 3′ 3′ 3′ 3′ E Awning, Chimney, Cornice, Eave, Fireplace

1. All extending not more than 3′ from the building wall. A distance of 10′ shall be maintained from dwellings located on contiguous properties. 3′ 3′ 3′ 3′ E

2. All extending beyond 3′ from the building wall. 3′ 3′ 3′ 3′ ME Built In Outdoor Barbecue and Counter

1. Counter and built in barbecue less than 36″ above grade(4) . 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ E

2. Counter between 36″ and 48″ above grade(4) and built in barbecue with cover up to 60″ above grade. A distance of 10′ shall be maintained from dwellings on contiguous properties.
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ ME
Carport, Garage
One, new detached, one car, single story carport and garage with a maximum gable height of 12′ (required on-site parking spaces shall be located as described in Section 10-3.504).
20′ 5′ 5′ 5′ DR
Chicken Coops and Runs with a permit issued pursuant to Title 5, Chapter 1, Section 5-1.04 One structure up to 50 square feet in area and 8 feet or less in height above the ground surface used for the specific purpose of housing hens 0' 0' 0' 0' ME
One transparent enclosure/run up to 120 square feet in area and 8 feet or less in height above the ground surface to allow hens to walk around 0' 0' 0' 0' ME
Deck, Landing, Stairway - All Uncovered

1. Less than 3′ in height above the ground surface. 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ E

2. 3′ or greater in height above the ground surface. 14′ 14′ 6′ 10′ E 79 Attachment 1

3. Exceeding 3′ in height above the ground surface, but not exceeding 5′ in height above the ground surface.
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ ME
Dormer
A maximum of one on each wall, the length of each to be no greater than 8′ in length as measured parallel to the roof ridge. A distance of 10′ shall be maintained from dwellings located on contiguous properties. 3′ 3′ 3′ 3′ E
Enclosure of an Area Directly Below an Existing Deck
To create additional living area. 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ DR
Fence, privacy wall, solid opaque screen planting, including supporting structures(3) A. For properties with rear frontages on Center Blvd and Red Hill Avenue:

1. Up to 6′ in height above the ground surface on either side of the fence at any point (3).
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ E

2. 6′ in height with a 2′ lattice top above the ground surface (for a total height of 8′) with screen landscaping subject to approval by the Community Development Director or designee.
20′ 2′ 8′ 8′ E

3. Between 6′ and 10′ in height with a 2′ lattice top above the ground surface with screen landscaping subject to approval by the Community Development Director or designee.
20′ 4′ Encroachment
not permitted
Encroachment
not permitted
E
Fence, privacy wall, solid opaque screen planting, including supporting structures(3) (continued)
B. For all other properties;

1. Up to 6′ in height with a 2′ lattice top (for a total height of 8′) above the ground surface.
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ E

2. For properties in Bald Hill: also refer to Bald Hill Area Plan: Fence Design
Filtered (non-opaque) Screening
There shall be no maximum height for filtered screen vegetation unless deemed necessary in a particular instance by the Public Works Director or designee due to safety factors necessary to maintain good vehicular and pedestrian visibility of intersections of streets, sidewalks, and driveways, after consideration of the terrain and topography of the lot involved, and the volume of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ E
First Story Rear and Side Horizontal Dwelling Infill Extensions 80 Attachment 1

1. Incorporating no additional height increase and within the boundaries created by either connecting two points of the rear wall or two points on the same side wall of a building (notch filler).
20′ 0′ 0′ 0′ E

2. Incorporating no additional height increase and within the boundaries created by connecting one point of a side wall and one point of a rear wall of a building (notch filler).
20′ 0′ 0′ 0′ ME
Additions to existing dwellings and accessory structures originally and legally built less than eight (8′) feet but not less than five (5′) feet from the interior side property line
Existing dwellings may be expanded vertically or horizontally and existing accessory structures may be expanded horizontally along the existing building plane subject to Design Review. Should an existing building located within five (5′) feet to eight (8′) feet of the interior side property line originally and legally built be removed and rebuilt with no dimension changes from that which previously existing, the 5′ to 8′ setback is considered grandfathered and expansion can occur along the former building plane subject to Design Review. This provision does not apply to:

(a) Additions to existing structures which are less than eight (8′) feet from the interior side property line by virtue of a previously granted variance;

(b) Any construction less than five (5′) feet from the interior side property line; or

1. Properties with legal nonconforming setbacks and located within a Special Flood Hazard Area as designated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are permitted to repair or replace the foundation of a residential structure as necessary to meet current Building and/or Fire Codes. The property may be raised, and the overall height may be increased to the extent necessary to comply with Title 7, Chapter 11, Protection of Flood Hazard Areas of the San Anselmo Municipal Code and FEMA regulations, as amended from time to time.

No
Change
to
Existing
Setback
No
Change
to
Existing
Setback
No Change to
Existing
Setback
No Change to
Existing
Setback
E
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2. Properties with legal nonconforming setbacks are permitted to repair or replace the foundation of a residential structure as necessary to meet current Building and/or Fire Codes. The property may be raised, and the overall height may be increased to the extent necessary to accommodate the repaired or new foundation.

No
Change
to
Existing
Setback
No
Change
to
Existing
Setback
No Change to
Existing
Setback
No Change to
Existing
Setback
E
Hot Tub

1. Above the ground surface. 20′ 5′ 5′ 5′ E

2. Above the ground surface. 8′ 5′ 5′ 5′ ME

3. Below the ground surface. 8′ 5′ 5′ 5′ E
Lot Line Adjustment for Legal Non-Conforming Parcels
Lot Line Adjustment involving two or more legally-created parcels where each parcel is less than the minimum lot size required in their respective Zoning District(s).

No
Change
to
Existing
Setback
5’ 5’ No Change to
Existing
Setback
ME (5)
Mechanical Equipment
Air conditioning unit, hot tub and swimming pool equipment (not contained in hot tub or swimming pool), all at or under 3′ above the ground surface.
5′ 5′ 5′ 5′ E
Parking Deck, Driveway, Supporting Structure: (Uncovered) On both downslope and upslope lots having minimum average lot slope of 25%.
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ ME
Parking Spaces on Uphill Lots
With retaining walls greater than 6′ in height above the ground surface (5), but less than 10′ in height above the ground surface.
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ ME
Permanent Accessibility (6)
Permanent modification to an existing structure that is required to provide a person with a disability equal opportunity to housing of their choice.
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ ME
Porch

1. Enclosure of existing roofed porch limited to two sides of an existing dwelling, not to exceed 100 square feet.
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ E
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2. Covered porches (not enclosed): provided the finished porch floor does not exceed 5′ in height above the elevation of any adjacent right of way. 14′ 20′ 8′ 12′ E
Raising of Structures (originally constructed without setback requirement and not having been granted an exception, minor exception or setback variance) a total of 2′ above the existing building height (including the roof, walls, and foundation), not to exceed the height limitation of the applicable zoning district. Includes: Dwelling, Carport, Garage, and Accessory Building.

If requested to elevate a finished floor in a Flood Hazard Area, to replace a foundation, or for other hazard mitigation.
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ E
If requested for aesthetic or other non-hazard purposes. 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ ME Replacement in Kind
All existing structures legally erected (either before applicable ordinances or with applicable Building permit and Planning approval). Includes relocating structure from an existing 0′ property line setback to a 2′ maximum setback for maintenance purposes. Does not include other dimension changes.
0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ E
Retaining Wall
Up to 4′ in height above the ground surface. 0′ 0′ 0′ 0′ E Swimming Pool

1. Above the ground surface measured at the outside edge. 20′ 5′ 5′ 5′ E

2. Above the ground surface measured at the outside edge. 8′ 5′ 5′ 5′ ME

3. Below the ground surface measured at the outside edge. 8′ 5′ 5′ 5′ E Window: Bay, Greenhouse, Box

1. All extending not more than 3′ from the building wall and no greater than 8′ in length. A distance of 10′ shall be maintained from dwellings located on contiguous properties.
3′ 3′ 3′ 3′ E

2. All extending more than 3′ from the building wall and greater than 8′ in length.
3′ 3′ 3′ 3′ ME
Notes:

E = Exception, ME = Minor Exception, DR = Design Review (1) All other structures that intrude into the minimum required setback areas shall require Planning Commission variance review unless a determination is made by the Community Development Director or designee that a particular structure is similar in kind to one of the above 83 Attachment 1
listed structures which are considered either an exception, minor exception or subject to administrative variance review. (2) For R-1 H, R-1 C, and R-1 properties located at or above 150 mean sea level elevation, design review shall take precedence over the above listed exceptions.
(3) Fences, privacy walls, and solid opaque screen plantings located within twenty (20′) feet of a front property line or within twelve (12′) feet of a street side yard property line fronting a street are subject to a separate permit review by the Public Works Director or designee. The Public Works Director's or designee’s decision shall be based upon safety factors necessary to maintain good vehicular and pedestrian visibility at intersections of streets, sidewalks, and driveways, after consideration of the terrain and topography involved, and the volume of vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Fences, privacy walls, hedges and solid screen plantings exceeding eight (8′) feet in height above grade, or those exceeding lesser heights as specified by the Public Works Director or designee. (4) Ground surface: ground level at the time of construction, unless otherwise determined per Section 10-3.404(c). (5) Refer to Title 10, Chapter 2, Article 7, Parcel Maps, for other permitting required to relocate lot lines. (6) The term “permanent” in Table 4B indicates that project approval runs with the land in perpetuity. 84 Attachment 1
SECTION 8: Ordinance Amendment. Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-3.502 (Parking standards.) is hereby amended as follows:

The Parking Standards Table, referred to as Table 5A, lists the minimum parking requirements for each use or activity. If a particular use or activity is not listed in the Parking Standards Table, then establishment of parking requirements for that use or activity shall be determined by the Planning Commission after the preparation of a parking demand study for the proposed use or activity. In the event of any conflict between the parking standards established in this Chapter and applicable provisions of the California Government Code, the provisions of the California Government Code shall prevail.

PARKING STANDARDS TABLE
TABLE 5A

RESIDENTIAL LAND USE NUMBER OF REQUIRED
ON-SITE PARKING SPACES(1)(2)
Single-Family Dwelling, Attached or Detached, and
Located below 150 mean sea level elevation
Two (2) spaces per living unit(4)
Single-Family Dwelling, Attached or Detached, and
Located above 150 mean sea level elevation
Three (3) spaces per living unit(3)
Residential unit associated with an application
under California Government Code Sections
65852.21 and 66411.7 and Senior Housing Projects
One (1) space per living unit, except as provided in
Title 10, Chapter 4(2)
Accessory Dwelling Units See Title 10, Chapter 6
Multi-Family Living Unit:

Studio or 1-bedroom living unit One (1) space per unit
2-bedroom living unit One space per unit
3 or more bedroom living unit 1.5 spaces per unit

NON-RESIDENTIAL LAND USE NUMBER OF REQUIRED ON-SITE PARKING SPACES(1)(2)
Church, College/University Auditorium, High
School and Other Places of Public Assembly
One (1) space for each ten (10) fixed seats
Convalescent Home, Hospital One (1) space for every two (2) beds Auditorium, Theater, Other Similar Places of
Assembly
One (1) space for each five (5) seats
Commercial Place of Amusement, Assembly Hall
Without Fixed Seats, Dance Hall
One (1) space for each 100 gross square feet
building floor area
Hotel, Motel One (1) space for each guest room
Communication Equipment Building One (1) space for each 500 gross square feet of building floor area PLUS two (2) spaces for each
two (2) employees on duty on the maximum shift
Other Business, Commercial, Public Utility
Buildings5
One (1) space for each 500 gross square feet of
building floor area
Notes:
(1) Any calculation of parking space requirements which results in a fractional parking space shall be rounded up to the next full parking space.
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(2) A tandem parking space is not allowed to fulfill the legal parking space requirement unless otherwise noted in this chapter.
(3) One (1) of the three (3) parking spaces may be in tandem and may be located within the minimum required front setback unless otherwise noted in this chapter. (4) For any lot with an average width of 52 feet or less, one (1) of the two (2) parking spaces may be in tandem and may be located within the minimum required front setback and side setback. (5) One (1) of the three (3) parking spaces may be in tandem and may be located within the minimum required front setback unless otherwise noted in this chapter.

SECTION 9: Ordinance Amendment. The following amendment is made to Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-3.702 (Hierarchy of discretionary actions.) to add the following definitions:

The following is the prescribed hierarchy order of discretionary actions:
(a) Zoning ordinance amendment;
(b) Planned Development;
(c) R-1-H Preliminary Development Plan (advisory only); (d) R-1-H Precise Development Plan;
(e) Tentative map;
(f) Conditional use permit;
(g) Variance;
(h) Design review.

Applications for any and all discretionary actions may be filed and processed concurrently, so long as each application is acted upon independently and in the order prescribed by this section.

SECTION 10: Ordinance Amendment. The following amendment is made to Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-3.801 (Purpose and intent.) to add the following definitions:

The purpose of a zoning ordinance amendment is to allow any portion of Chapter 3 of Section 10 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code, including text, land use, development standards, definitions, maps, or procedures, to be amended. Zoning ordinance amendments may include all or any portion of the following:
(a) Adoption of zoning ordinance (Article 1)
(b) Designation and Establishment of Districts (Article 2) (c) Land Use Regulations (Article 3)
(d) Development Standards (Article 4)
(e) Parking and Loading Regulations (Article 5)
(f) General Provisions (Article 6)
(g) Zoning Ordinance Implementation Procedures (Article 7) (h) Zoning Ordinance Amendment (Article 8)
(i) Planned Development (Article 9)
(j) R-1-H Preliminary Development Plan (Article 10)
(k) R-1-H Precise Development Plan (Article 11)
(l) Tentative Map (Article 12)
(m)Conditional Use Permit (Article 13)
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(n) Variance (Article 14)
(o) Design Review (Article 15)
(p) Noticing—Public Hearings—Zoning Applications (Article 16) (q) Definitions (Article 17)
SECTION 11: Ordinance Amendment. Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Title 10, Chapter 3, Article 9, Preliminary and Specific Planned Development Districts, to be renamed Title 10, Chapter 3, Article 9, Planned Development, is hereby amended as follows:

Article 9. Planned Development
10-3.901 Purpose and intent.

The Town contains numerous lots which, because of size, hillside location, unusual topography, natural resources, or aesthetic appeal, cannot appropriately be developed through adherence to rigid zoning restrictions. The special characteristics of these lots necessitate a flexible approach to the development of these lots which will provide for logical and orderly development, and at the same time, promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the Town, and adherence to the General Plan.

Planned development contemplates flexibility and variety in the location of buildings and the diversity of lot sizes and building designs. The Planned Development is intended to accommodate various types of development such as neighborhood and district shopping centers, single family residential developments, professional, multiple housing developments, commercial centers, and any other use, or combination of uses which can be made a part of a Planned Development. 10-3.902 Applicability.
(a) Use of Planned Development. A property owner or their designee may request establishment of a Planned Development through approval of a Conditional Use Permit, as set forth in Article 13 of this chapter of the San Anselmo Municipal Code, for any development within the applicable zoning district. Approval of a Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Development:
(1) May adjust or modify applicable development standards (e.g., development envelope, off-street parking, street layout, etc.) identified in this Municipal Code. (2) May authorize a land use activity that is not otherwise allowed in the applicable zoning district in Table 3A of the Municipal Code provided that:

1. The primary uses of the Planned Development are allowed in the applicable zoning district; and

2. The Planned Development maintains the characteristics and purpose of the applicable zoning district; and
(3) Shall be required before the approval of any Building, Grading, or other construction permit required by this Municipal Code for the proposed development.
(b) Compliance with General Plan. Strict compliance with the purpose and intent of the General Plan and any applicable plans adopted by the Town shall be required. 87 Attachment 1
10-3.903 Application Filing.

The applicant shall prepare and submit an application for a Conditional Use Permit to the Town for the approval of a Planned Development. The application shall include all information required by the Town, as set forth in Article 13 of this chapter of the San Anselmo Municipal Code. 10-3.904 Review Authority.

The Planning Commission shall review and act upon a Conditional Use Permit for a proposed Planned Development after one or more public hearings. The Planning Commission’s decision may be appealed pursuant to Section 10-1.06 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code. 10-3.905 Required findings and decision.

Following a hearing, the review authority shall issue a written decision with the findings upon which the decision is based. The review authority may approve and/or modify, in whole or in part, with specific development conditions or deny the application. In order to qualify for a Planned Development, the following findings, with or without conditions, shall be made:
(a) The lot or lots is/are of sufficient size and otherwise suitable for planned development; (b) The land uses in the planned development are allowed within the subject zoning district; (c) Planned development of the lot or lots would promote the purposes set forth in Section 10-

3.901 of this article of the San Anselmo Municipal Code; (d) The planned development is consistent with the Town's General Plan, with specific reference to the applicable sections of the General Plan; (e) The planned development is necessary to allow for development that would not be achievable under the strict application of the provisions and standards identified in this Municipal Code;
(f) The planned development provides required public infrastructure improvements consistent with the standards of the applicable utility providers, including but not limited to emergency vehicle access, water supply, wastewater disposal, and stormwater management. All required infrastructure shall be installed and operational prior to occupancy, and all development impact fees shall be paid in accordance with applicable Town ordinances; (g) The approval of the planned development is in compliance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and
(h) The planned development meets the additional findings set forth in Article 13 of this chapter of the San Anselmo Municipal Code, as applicable.
10-3.906 Changes or Amendments To Approved PD.

All changes to a Planned Development shall require approval of a Conditional Use Permit, as set forth in Article 13 of this chapter, and all other applicable permits set forth in the San Anselmo Municipal Code.

SECTION 12: Ordinance Amendment. Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-3.1305 (Required findings for conditional use permit.) is hereby amended as follows:

Approval of a conditional use permit, which may include the imposition of conditions, shall be made only after the making of the following findings:
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(a) The establishment, maintenance, or operation of the use will not, under the circumstances of the particular case, be detrimental to the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort, and general welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood of the proposed use or be detrimental or injurious to property or improvements in the neighborhood or to the general welfare of the Town.

In addition to the foregoing finding, special findings shall be made for certain districts or uses, as follows:
(b) Gasoline Stations—All Districts:
(1) Full Serve and Self-Service Gasoline Stations—ALL DISTRICTS: All operations including storage, excepting service with gasoline, oil, air, and water shall be conducted within a closed building.
(2) (Self-Service Gasoline Stations—ALL DISTRICTS: The granting of the conditional use permit will not adversely affect the public health, safety, or welfare by either diminishing the availability of minor emergency health and safety services, including rest rooms and minor automobile repair.
(c) Limited Commercial (C-L) District—All Uses Requiring a Conditional use Permit: The granting of the conditional use permit will not allow a use which generates traffic at a rate greater than:
(1) Fifty (50) vehicle trip ends for each one thousand (1,000) gross square feet of gross leasable building area; or
(2) The existing number of trips during the a.m. and p.m. peak hours generated by the existing use as of July 22, 1997 (the determination for vacant buildings will be the most recent use between February 26, 1991 and July 22, 1997) on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard. Those numbers of traffic trips typically generated for existing and proposed uses shall be obtained from the current edition of Trip Generation, Institute of Transportation Engineers.
(d) The granting or denying of a conditional use permit for the on-sale and off-sale of beer and wine in conjunction with the sale of motor fuel shall be subject to the following:
(1) The findings shall be based on substantial evidence in view of the whole record to justify the ultimate decision; and
(2) In addition to the standards listed in the state Business and Professions Code Licensing Restrictions, the Town has the authority to further condition the conditional use permit.
(e) Conversion of a residential use to another use for buildings constructed on or before May 22, 1997: The granting of a conditional use permit will not allow a use that diminishes the existing affordable housing stock, including multifamily units and mixed use units (e.g., residential units above commercial uses), unless there is a clear public benefit or equivalent housing can be provided.
(f) Animal Boarding: All exterior walls shall be soundproofed to eliminate potential animal noise to the exterior of the building.
(g) Light Manufacturing: The use shall not cause odors, noise, and other factors which make the environment less desirable.
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(h) All Commercial Uses: The size and operating characteristics of the proposed development would provide a balanced mix of uses that would be compatible with the existing and future land uses in the vicinity.
(i) Planned Development — All Districts: Refer to the findings in Article 9 of this chapter of the San Anselmo Municipal Code.

SECTION 13: Ordinance Amendment. Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-3.1505 (Projects subject to design review.) is hereby amended as follows:

The following projects are subject to design review.
(a) Commercial, Professional, and Residential R-3 (four (4) or more units, churches, and convalescent homes):
(1) All new buildings; and
(2) All exterior modifications including changes to exterior paint colors and exterior finishes and new or replacement mechanical equipment.
(b) Residential R-1-H: All exterior modifications including changes to exterior paint colors and exterior finishes but excluding new or replacement mechanical equipment located in compliance with required setbacks and within building envelope and that meet all applicable requirements of the Town Noise ordinance.
(c) Residential R-1-C and R-1 lots that include any area at or above one hundred fifty (150) feet Mean Sea Level (hillside):
(1) New dwellings;
(2) Any second story or higher additions; and
(3) Any additions (which include deck and stairway structures, except those located on the uphill side of the dwelling) greater than five hundred (500) square feet in size.

For purposes of determining additions, pre-existing development that will be replaced in kind, will not be counted toward the five hundred (500) square feet, where such replacement involves no material change in visual effect due to identical size and identical or similar materials, design, and colors. Additions constructed after February 26, 1991, will be looked at cumulatively, henceforth, so that when the five hundred (500) square foot limit is triggered by the sum of all additions, design review will be required.
(4) Any request to exceed the maximum dwelling size in Table 4E. (d) Residential R-1, R-2, and R-3 (three (3) or fewer units) lots below one hundred fifty (150) feet Mean Sea Level (flatland):
(1) New dwellings;
(2) Any second story or higher additions;
(3) Any request to exceed the maximum adjusted floor area under Section 10-3.412(e); (4) Additions where the new construction will increase existing Adjusted Floor Area by fifty (50%) percent or more; and
(5) Additions in conjunction with the demolition of fifty percent (50%) or more of the existing exterior walls of a dwelling structure above the foundation. The Community Development Director or designee may develop written guidelines for what is included in exterior wall demolition, which shall be measured in square feet and shall include the square feet of windows and doors that are removed.

For purposes of making the above determinations, pre-existing development that will be replaced 90 Attachment 1
in kind shall not be counted where such replacement involves no material change in visual effect due to identical size and identical or similar design. Additions include decks, roof decks, and stairway structures. Demolition and a fifty (50%) percent building increase performed after March 24, 2009, will be looked at cumulatively, henceforth, so that when the limit is triggered by the sum of all the work performed, design review will be required. (e) Residential R-1 and R-2 design review for additions to existing dwellings and accessory structures originally and legally built less than eight (8) feet but not less than five (5) feet from the interior side property line.
(f) All parking spaces created in required setbacks in association with conversion of a garage to an accessory dwelling unit pursuant to Section 10-3.504(b). (g) Any project subject to design review in the Minor Intrusions Into Required Residential Development Standards Table 4B.

SECTION 14: Ordinance Amendment. The following amendment is made to Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-3.1601 (Public hearings.) to add the following:

A public hearing shall be conducted as prescribed by the California Government Code, as may be amended from time to time, for the following:
(a) Zoning ordinance amendments;
(b) Planned Development;
(c) R-1-H Precise Development Plans;
(d) Tentative maps;
(e) Variances;
Public hearings shall be conducted by the Planning Commission or the Town Council, as appropriate to the specific discretionary action.

Any Design Review, Conditional Use Permit, Demolition Permit or Variance application to be considered by the Planning Commission shall be considered at a noticed public meeting.

SECTION 15: Ordinance Amendment. The following amendment is made to Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-3.1605 (Final approval of discretionary actions.) to add the following:

Any discretionary action as described in this chapter, except zoning ordinance amendments, shall be final ten (10) calendar days following the date of approval by the Community Development Director or designee, or the Planning Commission, whichever is applicable, unless the action of the Community Development Director, or designee, or the Planning Commission is appealed to the Planning Commission or Town Council in the manner prescribed in Sections 1-4.01 and/or 10-

1.05 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code.

SECTION 16: Ordinance Amendment. The following amendment is made to Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-3.1702 (Definitions) to add the following definitions:
“Co-housing” means a residential development on one contiguous parcel of land, designed by and developed for members of an existing co-housing organization in which members of the cohousing organization will own, self-manage, and reside. A co-housing development shall consist of residential dwelling units and shall be operated as a condominium, co-op, or similar form which 91 Attachment 1
allows for individual ownership of each dwelling unit. It shall also include one or more common structures containing a shared kitchen, library, computer room, laundry, greenhouse, play area or other common residential facilities for use by the residents. The legal structure is typically an HOA, condo association, or housing cooperative.
“Co-housing dwelling unit” means an individual dwelling unit within a co-housing development that is privately owned.
“Co-housing organization” means a membership of people interested in a co-housing development, during development and construction of a co-housing project, that transforms into a legal residential association upon completion of the development and subsequent occupation of the dwelling units. Membership of the association is open only to owners of dwelling units in the development.
“Community Development Director (CDD)” means the role previously referred to as the Planning Director. Any references to the Planning Director in this Code shall be understood to mean the Community Development Director (CDD), or the CDD may delegate and assign a designee. “Residential occupancy” means occupancy of residential structures or dwelling units for a permanent period of 30 days or greater.

SECTION 17: Ordinance Amendment. Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Section 10-4.102 (Applicability.) is hereby amended as follows:

The Town shall ministerially consider without a hearing an application for a housing development containing no more than two (2) residential units under this chapter if the proposed housing development meets all of the following requirements:
(a) The parcel is located in an R-1, R-1-H, or R-1-C zoning district; (b) The boundaries of the Town include some portion of either an urbanized area or urban cluster, as designated by the United States Census Bureau. (c) The parcel satisfies the requirements specified in California Government Code Section 65913.4(a)(6)(B) through (K).
(d) Notwithstanding any provision of this section or any local law, the proposed housing development would not require demolition or alteration of any of the following types of housing:
(1) Housing that is subject to a recorded covenant, ordinance, or law that restricts rents to levels affordable to persons and families of moderate, low, or very low income, as defined in California Health & Safety Code Sections 50093, 50079.5, and 50105. (2) Housing that is subject to any form of rent or price control through a public entity's valid exercise of its police power.
(3) Housing that has been occupied by a tenant in the last three (3) years. (f) The parcel subject to the proposed housing development is not a parcel on which an owner of residential real property has exercised the owner's rights under Chapter 12.75 (commencing with Section 7060) of Division 7 of Title 1 of California Government Code to withdraw accommodations from rent or lease within fifteen (15) years before the date that 92 Attachment 1
the development proponent submits an application.
(g) The proposed housing development does not allow the demolition of more than twentyfive (25%) percent of the existing exterior structural walls, unless the site has not been occupied by a tenant in the last three (3) years.
(h) The development is not located within a historic district or property included on the State Historic Resources Inventory, as defined in Section 5020.1 of the Public Resources Code, or within a site that is designated or listed as a Town landmark or historic property or district pursuant to a Town ordinance.

SECTION 18: Severability. The Town Council hereby declares every section, paragraph, sentence, clause, and phrase is severable. If any section, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of these ordinance amendments are for any reason found to be invalid or unconstitutional, such invalidity, or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases.

SECTION 19: Effective Date. This Ordinance Amendment shall go into effect thirty (30) days from its adoption. Prior to the expiration of fifteen (15) days of adoption, this Ordinance Amendment or a summary thereof pursuant to Government Code Section 36933, shall be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation, along with the names of the members of the Town Council voting for and against its adoption.
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EXHIBIT “B”
Zoning Map Amendments
Zoning Map
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Item #: 1.8

STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 1.8
MEETING DATE: 05/27/25
AGENDA TITLE: Consideration of Special Event Application – Cedars Hands and Earth Farmstand 2025
FROM: Jamie Bristow – Recreation Supervisor
RECOMMENDATION: That Council approve the San Anselmo Recreation Department’s application for the Cedars Hands and Earth Farmstand scheduled for Wednesdays from June through September.

BACKGROUND
Cedars of Marin is requesting to bring back their Hands and Earth Co-op Farmstead to downtown San Anselmo. It would take place in Imagination Park on Wednesdays from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm from June 4th through September 24th.

Cedars, which opened as a school in 1919, runs programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Ross, San Anselmo and San Rafael. Within the Cedars Textile Art Center, a participant-run co-op manages a large garden producing flowers, fruit and vegetables which are sold to the public. The center is also home to weaving and craft programs producing hand-woven textiles and crafts which are made available for sale.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
Cedars of Marin hosted the same farmstead in Imagination Park in 2023 and 2024 and participated with a farmstand at the 2021 Art + Music on the Avenue. There will only be one tent and a few tables selling produce from their garden as well as arts and craft items. The town will provide a designated parking space for the applicant.

The following conditions have been communicated to the applicant:
• Event must be ADA compliant (i.e. no blocking of sidewalks) The attached application provides details of the event with comments and conditions from Town staff.

FISCAL IMPACT
There would be no direct fiscal impact to the Town to approve this item. 96 Item #: 1.8

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
The proposed project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), under the “common sense” exemption, because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment. (Cal. Code Regs. tit. 14, § 15061).

Attachment 1 – Event Application
97 TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO
1000 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Suite # 14
San Anselmo, CA 94960
415-258-4640

APPLICATION FOR COMMUNITY-BASED EVENTS
Please complete this application if you wish to conduct a community-based event (non-commercial) in San Anselmo on public property for more than 50 people or involving the closure of a downtown street for more than fifteen minutes. The application will be reviewed by staff and forwarded to the Town Council for approval.

EVENT INFORMATION
Name of event:

Organization(s) presenting the event:

Other event sponsor(s), if any:

Contact Person: Phone Number:

Address: Email:

Event Date(s):

Start and end times: Number of attendees (estimate):

Location:

Will alcohol be served or sold?
Yes_____ No______
Brief Event Description:

Public space requested:
____Creek Park _____Creek Park Parking Lot
____Pine Street Parking Lot _____Magnolia Parking Lot
____Town Hall Lawn _____Council Chamber
____Imagination Park _____Memorial Park
____Other: ______________________________________________ 98 _____ San Anselmo Avenue: from (cross streets) ________________ to ____________________ _____ Tunstead Avenue: from (cross streets) ___________________ to _____________________ _____ Other street(s): from (cross streets) ______________________ to _____________________ _____ Other space use (e.g. parking spaces) ____________________________________________ _____ Other Facilities:_______________________________________________________________ Additional Comments on the Public Space Requested:

To be qualified for consideration, applicants must fall into one of the following categories:
 Town-Sponsored Events
 Ross Valley* accredited or licensed schools (pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, (both public and private schools)
 Ross Valley* Youth Organized Sporting of Cultural Events  Organizations located in the Ross Valley* which have received tax-exempt status pursuant to Internal Revenue Service Code Section 501c(3)
 Merchant associations located in incorporated San Anselmo and established as of 2006 *Ross Valley is defined as incorporated and unincorporated areas of San Anselmo, Fairfax, and Ross Standards & Objectives
The Town Council, with input from downtown merchants, property owners, and local residents, has adopted the following criteria they will consider when reviewing applications for the closure of roadways or other public space in the downtown area.

Does the event:
 Attract local residents
 Attract people throughout the Bay Area
 Attract families
 Generate interest for people to return and spend money in local businesses  Create a positive impact for real estate stimulation
 Provide a overall positive impact on business
 Provide an opportunity for downtown merchants to participate in the event  Provide access to neighborhood streets during the event  Avoid conflicting with a retail holiday
 Assure public safety
 Provide adequate parking
 Benefit the Town
 Provide access for persons with disabilities
 Provide for clean-up by event organizers
 Provide emergency vehicle access
 Assure that any booths or other structures are designed and placed so that storefronts have access and visibility
 Allow local businesses to exhibit merchandise on the sidewalk area in front of their stores, without charge, while maintaining wheelchair access
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The following conditions apply to downtown events, unless waived or modified by the Town. Other conditions, as set by the Town Council and staff, may apply to particular events for public safety or other objectives of the Town.

A. Police: Off-duty police officers may be required for the event, as determined by the Police Chief, depending on the number of people attending and the nature of the event. Off-duty police officers are required during events where alcohol is served or sold.

B. Emergency access: An emergency access lane of at least 14 feet wide must be maintained at all times.

C. Insurance: Proof of general liability insurance, naming the Town, its employees, and agents as additional insured, at limits no less than $1,000,000.

D. Recycling and garbage: Extra containers for recycling cans and bottles, and garbage cans must be placed throughout the area of the event. Containers and cans are to be emptied when full during the event, and picked up after the event.

E. Compostable/Disposable Foodware: In accordance with the Town of San Anselmo’s Ordinance 1136 all food vendors will provide takeout food in reusable foodware or compostable disposable foodware, or items composed entirely of aluminum. If a compostable disposable foodware item is not available, an alternative foodware item made of other materials, except polystyrene foam and polystyrene food ware, may be substituted.

F. Toilet facilities: Events estimated to attract more than 100 people and lasting more than two hours must provide portable toilets, in the number and location as approved by the Parks superintendent, unless alternate arrangements for toilet facilities are otherwise required or arranged to the approval of the Parks Superintendent. Toilet facilities must be provided for disabled persons at each location where portable facilities are provided. Hand washing facilities must be provided where food is served.

G. Traffic control: A traffic and parking control plan, including enforcement measures, must be approved by the Police Chief.

H. Noticing: Events that include closure of the street will require advance written notice to businesses and residents on the street(s) that will be closed. These notices must be distributed a minimum of five days prior to the Town Council meeting date that the event application will be considered.

I. Sales tax: Persons or businesses selling items as part of the event shall designate San Anselmo as the point of sale for sales tax purposes.

J. Alcoholic beverages: A permit is required from the Police Chief and the State Department of Alcohol Beverage Control in order to serve or sell alcoholic beverages. Off-duty police officers are required if alcohol is served or sold.

K. Fire inspection: A fire inspection is required of any and all appliances or devices that produce an open or enclosed flame and/or hot materials, including food.

L. Creek Park: No more than three booths are allowed inside the turf areas of the park.

M. Signs and barricades: Any “No parking signs” that are needed are to be provided by the event organizers, and posted according to the traffic control plan prior to the event. Barricades, detour signs, and other traffic control devices are to be provided by the event organizers.

N. Parking: Temporary accessible parking must be provided if a street closure or other event condition renders permanent accessible parking unusable.

O. Cables: Cables must be covered so as not to create a tripping hazard. When cable covers are used, they must not create a tripping hazard and must be navigable by wheelchair. The path of travel must be no more than 1:12.

On behalf of the organization applying for the permit to conduct the event, I have read and agree to follow the standards for events, as stated in this application, and have read and agree to follow the permit conditions as stated in this application and those which may be required of me as conditions of approval.

Name: Date:
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DEPARTMENT COMMENTS/CONDITIONS APPROVED BY
POLICE M. Norton &
H. Khalili
FIRE D. Mahoney
RECREATION D. Mauk & M. O'Grady
PUBLIC WORKS S. Condry
& J. Healy
ADMINISTRATION D. Donery

TOWN COUNCIL
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STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 1.9
MEETING DATE: May 27, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Adopt an Ordinance to Repeal Title 9, Chapter 4, Undergrounding Electric and Communication Laterals
to Building and Structures. The proposed Ordinance is
exempt from review under the California Environmental
Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the “common sense”
exemption, CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3)
FROM: Heidi Scoble, Planning Director
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt the attached Ordinance entitled, “An Ordinance of the Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo Repealing Title 9, “Building Regulations”, Chapter 4 “Underground Electric and Communication Service Laterals to Buildings or Structures”; and making the associated exemption findings.

BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION
At its April 8, 2025, meeting, the Town Council reviewed San Anselmo’s utility undergrounding requirements in response to resident concerns. The Council unanimously supported repealing the requirement for substantial remodels and requested additional data before deciding whether to repeal the requirement for new construction projects.

Staff analyzed new construction permits issued since January 2022 and found that most were for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), with nearly half receiving hardship exemptions. The data also showed that cost-related challenges, particularly for individual homeowners, led to multiple permit expirations.

Based on these findings, and to align with the goals of the Town’s Housing Element and the practices of other Marin jurisdictions, staff prepared an ordinance to repeal Title 9, Chapter 4, which governs undergrounding requirements for new construction and 102
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substantial improvements. Requirements for subdivisions and utility districts, as outlined in Titles 7 and 10, would remain in effect.

On May 13, 2025, the Town Council held a public hearing, unanimously approved the first reading of the proposed ordinance amendments and waived future readings in their entirety.

The purpose of this agenda item is to adopt the Ordinance (see Attachment 1).

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
The Ordinance aligns with the Town of San Anselmo General Plan’s goals, policies, and implementation programs. Repealing undergrounding requirements for new construction and substantial improvements supports the Housing Element’s objectives to reduce regulatory barriers, encourage ADU development, and promote housing affordability.

This Ordinance also advances Housing Element Program 5.4b, which calls for evaluating and minimizing improvement requirements to help reduce construction costs for affordable housing. It also reflects the Town’s commitment to equity, sustainability, and preserving community character by keeping infrastructure costs manageable for individual property owners, particularly those undertaking smaller-scale residential projects.

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONFORMANCE
The proposed Ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the “common sense” exemption, CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Ordinance Amendment will have a significant effect on the environment; there will be no changes to land uses, development intensities, or the rate at which development is expected to occur, and will therefore have no significant environmental effect.

The Town’s undergrounding requirements align with the San Anselmo Climate Action Plan by promoting infrastructure that reduces environmental risks and enhances resilience. While undergrounding may help to minimize power disruptions, by exploring alternatives to mandatory undergrounding, the Town can balance resilience with costeffectiveness, advancing climate goals while considering the long-term environmental benefits of various strategies.

ATTACHMENT

1. Ordinance
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TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-XX

AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO REPEALING IN ITS ENTIRETY TITLE 9 “BUILDING REGULATIONS”, CHAPTER 4 “UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC AND COMMUNICATION SERVICE LATERALS TO BUILDINGS OR STRUCTURES”; AND MAKING ASSOCIATED CEQA EXEMPTION

FINDINGS
WHEREAS, at a duly noticed and public meeting on April 8, 2025, the Town Council discussed San Anselmo Municipal Code section 9-4, which requires the installation of electrical and communication service laterals for all new buildings or structures, and any building or structure undergoing a “substantial improvement” as that term is defined in the California Building Code which is when the cost of construction equals or exceeds 50% of the structures market value prior to construction; and WHEREAS, at said meeting, the Town Council directed staff to return with an Ordinance repealing SAMC Section 9-4 (“Ordinance Amendment”); and
WHEREAS, the Town Council adopts this Ordinance Amendment under its valid police power in interest of promoting the public’s general welfare; and WHEREAS, the Town Clerk caused notice of this public hearing and proposed Ordinance Amendment in the Marin Independent journal newspaper on April 25, 2025; and WHEREAS, the Town Council held a duly noticed public hearing on May 13, 2025, to consider adoption of the Ordinance Amendment; and
WHEREAS, the Ordinance Amendment is consistent with the Town’s General Plan; and WHEREAS, the Ordinance Amendment does not affect the Town’s Climate Action Plan; and

NOW, THEREFORE, THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: The above recitals are true and correct and incorporated as findings herein.

SECTION 2: Environmental Review. The Ordinance Amendment is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the “common sense” exemption, CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Ordinance Amendment will have a significant effect on the environment; there will be no changes to land uses, development intensities, or the rate at which development is expected to occur, and will therefore have no significant environmental effect.

SECTION 3: Ordinance Amendment Repealing SAMC Section 9-4. The Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo hereby repeals San Anselmo Municipal Code Title 9 “Building 104
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Regulations”, Chapter 4 “Underground Electric and Communication Service Laterals to Buildings or Structures” in its entirety; and orders Title 9 Chapter 4 be labeled “Reserved” accordingly.

SECTION 4: Severability. The Town Council hereby declares every section, paragraph, sentence, clause, and phrase is severable. If any section, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance Amendment for any reason is found to be invalid or unconstitutional, such invalidity, or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases.

SECTION 5: Effective Date. This Ordinance Amendment shall go into effect thirty (30) days from its adoption. Prior to the expiration of fifteen (15) days of adoption, this Ordinance Amendment or a summary thereof pursuant to Government Code section 36933, shall be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation, along with the names of the members of the Town Council voting for and against its adoption.

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

RECUSED:

APPROVED:___________________________
Tarrell Kullaway, Mayor
ATTEST:_______________________________
Serge Avila, Town Clerk
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STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 1.10
MEETING DATE: May 27, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Accept the Resignation of Zach Koblick De Leon and Thomas Tunny from the Planning Commission and
Lilly McKenna from the Climate Action Commission
FROM: Serge Avila, Town Clerk
RECOMMENDATION: For the Council to accept the resignation of Zach Koblick De Leon, Thomas Tunny and Lilly McKenna and direct staff to recruit to fill the vacant positions.

BACKGROUND:

On April 7, 2025, Town staff received written notice from Zachary Koblick De Leon, resigning from his position on the Planning Commission. On April 15, 2025, Town staff received written notice from Thomas Tunny resigning from his position on the Planning Commission, and on May 19, 2025, Town staff received written notice from Lilly McKenna resigning from her position on the San Anselmo Climate Action Commission (see redacted resignation emails attached). The Planning Commission and the San Anselmo Climate Action Commission deeply appreciate their contributions and unwavering dedication and extend their sincere thanks for their service to each commission.

With these resignations, the Council may direct staff to begin recruiting and fill the vacancies.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
Accepting the boards, committees, and commissions' resignations is not defined as a project under CEQA (Section 15378 CEQA Guidelines).

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1- Zachary Koblick De Leon Redacted Email
Attachment 2- Thomas Tunny Redacted Email
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Attachment 3- Lilly McKenna Redacted Email
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From: ZACHARY KOBLICK DE LEÓN
Sent: Monday, April 7, 2025 4:11 PM
To: Heidi Scoble <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: FW: April 7, 2025 Planning Commission Meeting- Revised Agenda CAUTION: External Sender
Hi Heidi,
I have I will need to resign from the SAPC. Tonight will be my last meeting. I apologize for the short notice.

Feel free to call or text if you need to speak to me about anything before the meeting tonight.

Thank you!
Warm regards
Zach
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From: Thomas Tunny
Sent: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 8:42 PM
To: Heidi Scoble <[email protected]>
Cc: Tom Tunny
Subject: Resignation
CAUTION: External Sender
Hi Heidi, I need to resign from the Commission. I wish I could have given you more time to find a replacement, and now with Zack’s departure, you’re only at five.

Can we talk tomorrow or Thursday?
Tom
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From: McKenna, Lilly B.

Sent: Monday, May 19, 2025 6:30 PM
To: Bridget Wipfler <[email protected]>; Serge Avila <[email protected]>
Cc: Michael Kamerick
Subject: Letter of Resignation from the San Anselmo Climate Action Commission CAUTION: External Sender
Good evening,
I am writing to formally request to resign from the San Anselmo Climate Action Commission (CAC). I have spoken with Michael Kamerick, the CAC chair, and we both agree that the CAC would benefit from volunteers with more time and capacity than I am able to commit at the moment.

I very much appreciate having had the opportunity serve on the CAC and to get to know so many people in our community who are working to improve our town’s climate footprint. I hope to have the opportunity to do so again at some point in the future where life feels a bit less “busy”. ?
Wishing you both and the CAC the very best, and my thanks for your commitment to serve.

Please let me know if you have any questions or require additional information.

Best,
Lilly
Lilly McKenna (she/her/hers)
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STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 1.11
MEETING DATE: May 27, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Consider Adopting a Resolution Declaring June 2025 LGBTQ Pride Month and Directing Staff to Fly the
Rainbow Flag Throughout the Month of June at Town
Hall
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt a Resolution Declaring June 2025 LGBTQ Pride Month and Directing Staff to Fly the Rainbow Flag Throughout June at Town Hall

BACKGROUND
Pride Month is an annual month-long celebration of the LGBTQ community, currently observed in the month of June. The purpose of the commemorative month is to recognize the impact that lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) individuals have had on local, national, and international history.

At the June 8, 2021 Town Council meeting, the Town Council directed staff to bring forth, on an annual basis, an agenda item that would allow the Town of San Anselmo to further show support the LGBTQ community for Pride Month by flying the Rainbow Flag during the month of June.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
Under the government speech doctrine, the Town may advance its own speech without requiring viewpoint neutrality when the government itself is the speaker, so long as the Town does not show religious preference, encourage a certain vote in an election or otherwise violate the law.

This request originated from a Councilmember was supported by the full Council, and not by a third-party request. Staff has determined that the flying of the Rainbow Flag on a Town Hall flagpole would be considered government speech and is consistent with the flagpole policy approved by Resolution No. 4392. Staff therefore seeks Council approval to fly the Pride Flag for the full length of Pride Month in 2025. 111
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FISCAL IMPACT
None

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
The Council’s discussion of this item is not a “project” under the California Environmental Quality Act, because it does not involve an activity which has the potential to cause a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. (Cal. Pub. Res. Code § 21065).

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1- Draft Resolution
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RESOLUTION NO. XXXX

RESOLUTION OF THE SAN ANSELMO TOWN COUNCIL

DECLARING JUNE LGBTQ PRIDE MONTH AND DIRECTING STAFF TO FLY THE

RAINBOW FLAG THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF JUNE AT TOWN HALL
WHEREAS, the Town of San Anselmo (“Town”) has a diverse Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ) community and is committed to supporting visibility, dignity, and equity for all people in the community; and WHEREAS, many of the residents, students, employees, and business owners within the Town who contribute to the enrichment of our Town are part of the LGBTQ community; and WHEREAS, June has become a symbolic month in which LGBTQ persons, and supporters, come together in various celebrations of pride; and WHEREAS, cities across the United States recognize and celebrate June as LGBTQ Pride month; and
WHEREAS, the Town Council believes it remains important to communicate its support for inclusivity, equality and respect in our Town, and desires to recognize and celebrate June as LGBTQ Pride month; and
WHEREAS, the Town strives to be a place where all residents and visitors feel accepted and welcome; and
WHEREAS, the Rainbow Flag, also known as the LGBTQ Pride Flag or Gay Pride Flag, has been used since the 1970s as a symbol of LGBTQ pride and social movements; and WHEREAS, flying the Town’s Rainbow Pride Flag at Town Hall throughout the month of June further symbolizes San Anselmo’s official recognition of June as LGBTQ Pride month, reflects the Town of San Anselmo’s viewpoint, and symbolizes the Town’s celebration of diversity and support for the LGBTQ community; and
WHEREAS, under the government speech doctrine, the Town may advance its own speech without requiring viewpoint neutrality when the government itself is the speaker, so long as the Town does not show religious preference, encourage a certain vote in an election or otherwise violate the law; and
WHEREAS, this request originated from a request made by a seated Councilmember, and was subsequently supported by the full Council, and is consistent with the Town’s flagpole policy. 113
NOW, THEREFORE, the Town Council does resolve as follows:

Section 1.

The Town Council hereby declares the month of June as LGBTQ Pride Month in the Town of San Anselmo and directs staff to fly the Rainbow Pride Flag on a flagpole at Town Hall throughout the month of June.

Section 2.

This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.

RESOLUTION PASSED AND ADOPTED, at the regular meeting of the San Anselmo Town Council on the 27th day of May, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmember:

NOES: Councilmember:

ABSENT: Councilmember:

ABSTAIN: Councilmember:

____________________________

TARRELL KULLAWAY
MAYOR
ATTEST:
________________________

SERGE AVILA

TOWN CLERK
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STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 2.1
MEETING DATE: May 27, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Consideration and Possible Introduction of an Ordinance Adding Chapter 2 to Title 19 of the San
Anselmo Municipal Code (SAMC) that would prohibit
individuals under 16 years of age from operating a
Class 2 e-bike as defined in California Vehicle Code
Section Section 312.5, and require any person
operating a Class 2 e-bike to wear a helmet in the
Town of San Anselmo effective July 1, 2025
FROM: Central Marin Police Authority
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the Town Council review, receive public comment and consider introduction of a draft Ordinance, as presented in Attachment 1, which would add a new chapter to Title 19 of the San Anselmo Municipal Code to prohibit individuals under the age of 16 years of age from operating a Class 2 e-bike and require any person operating a Class 2 e-bike to wear a helmet in San Anselmo, in accordance with Section 21214.5 of the California Vehicle Code (CVC).

SUMMARY
Traffic collision data, complaints received by the Central Marin Police Authority, and the observations from police officer enforcement efforts highlight a concerning trend related to youth, under the age of 16 years, unsafely operating Class 2 e-bikes. Assembly Bill 1778 authorizes Marin municipalities to adopt the Marin Electric Bicycle Safety Pilot Program, making the use of Class 2 e-bikes unlawful for anyone under the age of 16 years and adding a provision requiring anyone, regardless of age, to wear an approved helmet when operating a Class 2 e-bike.

BACKGROUND
As a community which has long supported and celebrated active transportation, Marin has been an early adopter of e-bikes. However, in recent years the growing popularity of e-bikes among school-aged youth in Marin has also raised serious safety concerns.

From 2019 to 2022, 911 calls in Marin related to all bikes rose 110% among schoolaged youth. To better understand this alarming trend, in 2023 Marin County Public 115
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Health began to collect data on 911 accidents involving e-bikes vs. conventional bikes.

That data has shown us that the e-bike accident rate in Marin for 10-15 year olds is 5x higher than for all other age groups. On conventional bikes, 10-15 year olds have a 1.5x higher accident rate compared to other age groups.

Beyond the numbers, what was especially concerning was that Marin’s emergency room physicians were reporting that the injuries they saw in teen patients from e-bike accidents were much more serious than injuries from accidents on conventional bicycles. Physicians documented e-bike injuries are more akin to motor vehicle accidents including internal bleeding, pelvic fractures, damage to vital organs, and brain trauma.

It is important to note that while Marin is at the forefront in examining the disproportionate safety risk that e-bikes pose to young riders, Marin’s local data mirrors national trends. The federal Consumer Product Safety Commission’s September 2023 report “Micromobility Products-Related Deaths, Injuries, and Hazard Patterns: 2017– 2022” highlighted that all injuries nationally associated with e-bikes, e-scooters and hoverboards (“micromobility”) have increased 23% annually since 2017 – and 21% from 2022 to 2021 alone. The report also notes that children under 14 accounted for about 36% of injuries from 2017 to 2022, double their 18% proportion of the U.S. population.

Currently, the California Vehicle Code defines the various classifications of e-bikes as follows:

Class 1: Pedal-assist only (no throttle), max. assisted speed 20 mph Class 2: Has a throttle (no pedaling required), max. assisted speed 20 mph Class 3*: Pedal-assist only (no throttle), max. assisted speed 28 mph *State law already requires Class 3 riders to be over 16 In Marin, schools and law enforcement have seen that young riders are riding much heavier, more powerful throttle-powered e-bikes often even before they become experienced bicycle riders and understand traffic rules. Some throttle-powered e-bikes can also be modified by teens (illegally) to go up to 40 or 50mph. These illegal modifications make e-bikes function more like electric motorcycles -- ridden on roads with cars by teens who don’t have driver licenses. Helmet usage on e-bikes can also be just as inconsistent as with conventional bicycles.

On September 30, 2024, the California Legislature passed Assembly Bill 1778 the Marin Electric Bicycle Safety Pilot Program, which authorizes Marin County and its municipalities to adopt ordinances or resolutions to prohibit the operation of Class 2 electric bicycles by individuals under the age of 16 years and require that all Class 2 electric bicycle operators wear approved bicycle helmets. AB 1778 requires that the proposed ordinance become inoperative on January 1, 2029.

Adoption of an ordinance governing the provisions of Assembly Bill 1778 changes the following:
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Assembly Bill 1778 requires that law enforcement collect particular information for traffic stops for violation of the safety requirements. However, as described, Assembly Bill 1778 is not intended to be used as a stand-alone enforcement violation to initiate traffic stops, but rather will be used in the vast majority of cases as a “secondary element to a primary infraction” – the primary infraction being passing a stop sign, riding unsafely, not wearing a helmet, etc. In those cases where law enforcement is using Assembly Bill 1778 as a “secondary element”, the citation will simply include the standard data collected in all traffic stops – and officers will not be required to collect any additional data associated with the AB 1778 citation.

In very rare cases where an officer initiates a stop based on an Assembly Bill 1778 citation, they will need to include the additional data collection required under the bill.

Marin County Public Health and the Marin County Sheriff’s Office are taking the lead in compiling the required data from Marin’s jurisdictions and submitting the required report to the Legislature by January 1, 2028, as required by the law.

Additionally, the legislation requires that a public information campaign be administered for at least 30 calendar days prior to the enactment of an ordinance or resolution implementing the pilot program. The County of Marin will be resToponsible for conducting the public information campaign.

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DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
The purpose of adopting an ordinance outlining the provisions of Assembly Bill 1778 is to provide an additional enforcement tool to law enforcement, as well as to provide clear guidance to parents and teens about the unlawful use of Class 2 e-bikes.

A countywide initiative is underway to have all Marin County municipalities adopt similar ordinances. What is most important in countywide uniformity in passing Assembly Bill 1778 ordinances is that the message to parents and teens can be clear and consistent across Marin County: riders under 16 cannot ride Class 2 throttle e-bikes. Currently, young riders are strongly encouraged to ride Class 1 e-bikes.

However, while Assembly Bill 1778 serves as a valuable policy and messaging tool, effective public education for teens and parents remains the most crucial strategy for reducing e-bike-related violations and collision-related injuries among youth in Marin County.

Marin Electric Bicycle Safety Program:

The proposed ordinance would add the requirements outlined within Assembly Bill 1778, which are required when establishing local adoption of the Marin Electric Bicycle Safety Program. The proposed ordinance provisions are as follows:

A. California Vehicle Code Section 21214.5 authorizes local governments in Marin County to adopt ordinances prohibiting persons under 16 years of age from operating Class 2 Electric Bicycles and requiring all persons operating Class 2 Electric Bicycles to wear a bicycle helmet that complies, provided the local government administers a public information campaign regarding the ordinance at least 30 days before enactment. The Town wishes to participate in the Marin Electric Bicycle Safety Program in order to promote the safe and efficient use of sidewalks, bicycle paths, pathways, trails, bicycle lanes, and other pedestrian and bicycle facilities in the Town.

B. Enforcement. A violation of the age and helmet requirements related to Class 2 Electric Bicycles described in this Chapter and adopted pursuant to the Marin Electric Bicycle Safety Program shall be deemed an infraction and may be punished as follows:

1. For the first 60 days after the adoption of the proposed ordinance, a violation shall be punishable by a warning.

2. After the first 60 days following adoption of the municipal code prohibiting a person under the age of 16 years from operating a Class 2 e-bike, a violation of the proposed ordinance shall be an infraction punishable by a fine not exceeding $25.00. A fee shall not be imposed upon a citation of this infraction if the parent or legal guardian of the person who violated the prohibition delivers proof to the issuing agency within 120 days after the citation was issued that the person has completed an electric bicycle safety and training course pursuant to California Streets and Highways 118
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Code section 894, or an electrical bicycle safety course offered by any local jurisdiction, if one is available.

3. After the first 60 days following adoption of the municipal code requiring a person operating a class 2 e-bike to wear a bicycle helmet, a violation of the proposed ordinance shall be an infraction punishable by a fine of twenty-five dollars ($25). A record of the action shall not be transmitted to the court and a fee shall not be imposed upon a citation of this infraction if the person who violated the requirement, or if that person is an unemancipated minor, their parent or guardian, delivers proof to the issuing agency within 120 days after the citation was issued that the person has a helmet meeting the requirements specified in subdivision (a) of Section 21212 and the person has completed a local bicycle safety course or a related safety course, if one is available, as prescribed by authorities in the local jurisdiction.

C. Expiration. The proposed ordinance shall remain in effect until January 1, 2029, and as of that date is repealed.

ALTERNATIVES

1. Introduce the Ordinance as presented.

2. Introduce the Ordinance with modifications.

3. Take no action at this time and provide further direction to staff.

FISCAL IMPACT
None. Adoption of this ordinance will require the County of Marin to conduct the public information campaign and the Marin County Sheriff’s Office to collect data and provide the report to the legislature.

GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
None.

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
This action is not a project within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Public Resources Code section 21065 as it will not result in any direct or indirect physical change in the environment.

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1- Proposed Draft Ordinance
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ORDINANCE NO. __________

AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 2 TO TITLE 19 OF THE SAN ANSELMO
MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT PERSONS UNDER 16 YEARS OLD FROM OPERATING A CLASS 2 ELECTRIC BICYCLE AND REQUIRING ANY RIDER OF A CLASS 2 ELECTRIC BICYCLE TO WEAR A HELMET
WHEREAS, the popularity and growth of electric bicycle use has grown in Marin County, and with it concerns the safety of riders and all road users; and WHEREAS, California Vehicle Code section 312.5(a) classifies electric bicycles into three classes, all electric bicycles are equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor that produces less than 750 watts of power. Class 1 consists of low-speed pedal-assisted electric bicycles equipped with a motor incapable of exclusively propelling the bicycle (and providing assistance at speeds no greater than 20 miles per hour). Class 2 consists of throttle-assisted electric bicycles equipped with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle (and providing assistance at speeds no greater than 20 miles per hour). Class 3 consists of pedalassisted electric bicycles equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches a speed of 28 miles per hour, and is equipped with a speedometer; and
WHEREAS, On September 30, 2024, the California Legislature passed Assembly Bill 1778, the Marin Electric Bicycle Safety Program, which authorizes Marin County and local entities within Marin County to enact ordinances to prohibit any person under 16 years of age from operating a Class 2 electric bicycle and to require any person, regardless of age, operating a Class 2 electric bicycle to wear a bicycle helmet; and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 1778, includes a requirement that the County of Marin submit a report to the Legislature that includes, among other things, the total number of traffic stops initiated for violations, the results of the traffic stops, and the actions taken by peace officers during the traffic stops, and data relating to electric bicycle crashes, including the ages of those involved in each reported crash; and
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 1778 further requires the County of Marin to administer a public information campaign for at least 30 calendar days prior to the enactment of the ordinance or resolution.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED THAT:

SECTION 1: Findings.

The ordinance furthers the public health, safety, and welfare and the above recitals are true and 120
correct and are incorporated as findings herein.

SECTION 2: Ordinance Amendments.

Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Title 19 (Central Marin Police Matters) is hereby amended to add the following new chapter:

Chapter 2 - Marin Electric Bicycle Safety Pilot Program 19-2.01 Purpose and Scope.

The provisions of this Chapter are intended to enact the program authorized by Vehicle Code Section 21214.5, et seq., in the Town of San Anselmo, on all public roadways, highways, multi-use paths, and other areas where Class 2 Electric Bicycles are allowed under federal, state, and local law. 19-2.02 Definitions.

For purposes of this Chapter, the following definitions apply:

Class 2 Electric Bicycle is defined in Vehicle Code Section 312.5(a)(2). 19-2.03 Prohibitions and Restrictions.

A. No person under sixteen (16) years of age shall operate a Class 2 Electric Bicycle.

B. No person shall operate a Class 2 Electric Bicycle without wearing a bicycle helmet that complies with Vehicle Code Section 21213(b).
19-2.04 Violations.

A. Within sixty (60) days of the effective date this Chapter comes into effect, any violation of this ordinance shall be punishable by warning notices.

B. Beginning on the sixty-first (61) day after the date this Chapter comes into effect, and thereafter until this Chapter expires, the following violation shall be punishable as follows:

1. A violation of the prohibition set forth in Section 19-2.03(A) shall be an infraction, punishable by a fine of twenty-five dollars ($25). A fee shall not be imposed upon a citation of this infraction if the parent or legal guardian of the person who violated the prohibition delivers proof to the issuing agency within 120 days after the citation was issued that the person has completed an electric bicycle safety and training course pursuant to Streets and Highways Code section 894, or an electrical bicycle safety course offered by any local jurisdiction, if one is available.

2. A violation of the prohibition set forth in Section 19-2.03(B) shall be an infraction punishable by a fine of twenty-five dollars ($25). A fee shall not be imposed upon a citation of this infraction if the person who violated the requirement, or, if that person is an unemancipated minor, their parent or guardian, delivers proof to the issuing agency within 120 days after the citation was issued that the person has a helmet meeting the requirements specified in Vehicle Code section 21212(a) and the person has completed 121
a safety course established pursuant to Streets and Highways Code section 894, or an electrical bicycle safety course offered by any local jurisdiction, if one is available.

C. No record of any violation of this Chapter shall be transmitted to any Superior Court of the State of California.

D. If this Chapter is violated by a person who is an unemancipated minor, the parent or legal guardian having control or custody of the minor shall be jointly and severally liable with the minor for the amount of any fine imposed pursuant to this subdivision. 19-2.05 – Expiration of Program.

Marin Electric Bicycle Safety Pilot Program shall become inoperative on January 1, 2029, and as of that date is repealed.

SECTION 3: Compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act.

The Ordinance is not a "project" under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), because it does not involve an activity which has the potential to cause a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment (Pub. Res. Code § 21065).

SECTION 4: Severability.

The Town Council hereby declares every section, paragraph, sentence, clause, and phrase is severable. If any section, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of these ordinance amendments are for any reason found to be invalid or unconstitutional, such invalidity, or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining sections, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases.

SECTION 5: Effective Date.

This Ordinance Amendment shall go into effect thirty (30) days from its adoption. Prior to the expiration of fifteen (15) days of adoption, this Ordinance Amendment or a summary thereof pursuant to Government Code Section 36933, shall be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation, along with the names of the members of the Town Council voting for and against its adoption.

THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced at a regular meeting of the San Anselmo Town Council on May 27, 2025, and was adopted at a regular meeting of the San Anselmo Council on ___________ by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

RECUSED:

APPROVED:___________________________
Tarrell Kullaway, Mayor
ATTEST:_______________________________
Serge Avila, Town Clerk
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• Marin has long supported, celebrated active transportation • However, growing popularity of e-bikes among school-aged youth in Marin has raised safety concerns
o 2019-2022: Marin’s 911 calls for youth on bikes 110% o 2023-present: New data shows 10-15 year olds have a 5x higher accident rate than all other age groups
• Marin ERs: e-bike injuries in youth more akin to serious motorcycle injuries (internal bleeding, fractures, organ damage, head trauma)
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Marin County Public Health E-Bike Safety Study
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What is the difference?
Class 1: Pedal-assist only (no throttle), max.
assisted speed 20mph
Class 2: Have throttle (no pedaling required),
max. assisted speed 20mph
Class 3*: Pedal-assist only (no throttle), max.
assisted speed 28mph
*State law already requires Class 3 riders to be over 16 and helmets for all ages
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Outlook
Public Comment, Agenda Item 2.1, 5/27 Town Council meeting From Bob Mittelstaedt <[email protected]>
Date Tue 5/27/2025 8:14 AM
To Town Council <[email protected]>
CAUTION: External Sender
E-Bike Access, the Marin-based non-profit representing the interests of e-bike riders, enthusiastically supported AB 1778 and we now encourage San Rafael and the other Marin municipalities to implement it by enacting the proposed ordinance requiring riders of electric throttle devices with class 2 labels to be at least 16 years of age.

San Anselmo, like other Marin jurisdictions, continue to be plagued by youth riding these devices. San Anselmo students ride them to Hall and White Hill Middle Schools, Redwood and Archie Williams high schools, and throughout the county. School registration programs have proved inadequate to the task. Some never implemented or enforced the programs. And for the schools that did so, like Hall and White Hill, the students parked off-campus, without adequate enforcement by the police. The CMPA wrote tough letters to school parents, and promised creative enforcement methods but did not follow through adequately. We now are facing an unacceptable situation where 13 year olds have outsmarted the police and school officials. This needs to change, so that the streets are safe for the rest of us, and the youth injury rate declines.

While the proposed ordinance is a big step in the right direction, it will address only part of the problem -- the under 16 group and throttle devices with class 2 labels. Youth youth older than 15 and everyone riding e-motorcycles that don't even pretend to be class 2 e-bikes are outside the ordinance's scope. So we still need enforcement of existing laws making it illegal to sell or ride electric throttle devices with motors larger than 750 watts or capable of propelling the device faster than 20 mph--an area where the CMPA has been wanting.

In addition, the proposed ordinance itself will also need to be enforced. It is odd, and perhaps unprecedented, that a staff report advertises that an ordinance will not be enforced on a "stand-alone" basis but only if there is another infraction. Why the staff would want to send a message that it's OK for a 13 year old to violate the ordinance as long as he or she obeys stop signs is beyond me.
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The staff report suggest that it might be to avoid the reporting requirements in AB 1778. In my view, the Town Council should make clear that it expects the CMPA to enforce the new ordinance and to comply with the reporting requirements which are quite similar to what RIPA already requires.

The ordinance, however, will have additional, significant benefits. It will give parents a firm basis to say no to children who are requesting throttle devices but may be oblivious to the danger presented by them. It will relieve parents of children under 16 of trying to sort out which throttle devices with class 2 labels comply with existing law and which ones don't. And it will help middle schools keep their students safe by not allowing throttle devices, although law enforcement needs to do a better job of preventing off-campus parking.
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STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 2.2
MEETING DATE: 5/27/25
AGENDA TITLE: Consider to Approve the 2025-2028 Age and Disability Friendly Action Plan
FROM: Vincent Lin – Recreation Coordinator
Mattie O’Grady – Director of Community Services
RECOMMENDATION: That Town Council approve the 2025-2028 Age and Disability Friendly Action Plan.

BACKGROUND
In 2019, the Town applied to the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, joining the World Health Organization’s Age-Friendly Cities initiative. This led to the creation of the Age-Friendly San Anselmo Committee.

In 2020, the committee conducted an assessment of older residents' needs and presented it to the Town Council. In response to the COVID pandemic, the committee quickly developed emergency resources and support programs from April to October.

While working on a needs assessment in 2020, the committee realized it would be more inclusive to expand the focus to both age and disability-friendly initiatives. As a result, the committee partnered with The Marin Aging and Disability Institute (MADI).

In 2023, MADI received a California Department of Aging (CDA) grant to complete the process. and develop a local Age & Disability Friendly Plan in partnership with the Town of San Anselmo. A new assessment process and survey were developed to include older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers. Over 495 completed surveys were collected. The primary goal of the survey process was to learn about San Anselmo’s “age and disability friendly” strengths as well as identify areas of improvement.

On December 17, 2024, Sara Robinson of Waypoint Strategies in partnership with Colleen Arnold from MADI presented the Age and Disability Friendly Assessment Report to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
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On January 28, 2025, the Town Council received and filed the 2024 Age and Disability Friendly Assessment Report.

On May 20, 2025, the Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed the Action Plan, expressed its support, and formally recommended that the Town Council approve the plan.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
Between January and May 2025, the Age & Disability Friendly Action Plan was developed using data from the Assessment Report, input from the Age and Disability Friendly Advisory Committee, resident interviews, and feedback gathered during three community forums. This three-year action plan aligns identified community needs with specific goals and actionable strategies across seven key focus areas.

1. Remaining in Community

2. Health, Wellness and Caregiving

3. Transportation and Safe Mobility

4. Climate Change and Safety

5. Connected to and Included in Community

6. Having Voice in Community

7. Communication and Information
This report is one of several background documents contributing to the existing conditions analysis for the General Plan Update (GPU). Combined with input from GPUfocused community engagement, the existing conditions analysis provides a foundation for shaping the vision of the updated General Plan.

The Age and Disability Friendly Action Plan, updated General Plan, as well as Staff and Community input will serve as the guiding documents for the Age and Disability Friendly Committee.

Next Steps
• Multi-generational Town Celebration (condition of grant): June 27, 2025 • Submit the Final Report and Action Plan to the CDA: June 2025 • Set Priorities and Create Implementation Plan
• Conduct Annual Review of Progress

FISCAL IMPACT
While approval of this item would not result in immediate fiscal impact to the Town at this time, implementation of associated actions may incur future costs.

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
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is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment. (Cal. Code Regs. tit. 14, § 15061).

ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 – Action Plan
Attachment 2 – Letter of Support
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AGE AND DISABILITY-FRIENDLY

SAN ANSELMO
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Prepared by:

Prepared in partnership with:

Copies of documents can be made available in alternative formats. For requests call (voice) (415) 258-4640 or by e-mailing
[email protected]
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Age and Disability Friendly Action Plan

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Age and Disability-Friendly San Anselmo 2025-2028 Action Plan recommends policies, programs and services for creating an inclusive and supportive community for residents of all ages and abilities.

Developed through a collaborative process involving residents, staff, and community partners, the initiative addresses key areas impacting the well-being of older adults and individuals with disabilities.

Rooted in the World Health Organization’s Framework for Age-Friendly Communities and incorporating elements from California’s Master Plan on Aging, the proposed plan focuses on seven key areas that emerged from our community assessment survey, community focus groups, and community forums. Commonly shared strengths and challenges emerged, and the plan’s areas of focus combine our community assets, present policy, and planning with actions to address barriers, gaps, and overall concerns.

These focus areas are:

Remaining in Community
Health, Well-Being, and Caregiving
Transportation and Safe Mobility
Climate Change and Safety
Connected to and Included in Community
Having a Voice in Decision-Making
Communication and Information
San Anselmo aims to foster a culture of respect, provide essential resources, enhance accessibility, and ensure that all residents can actively participate in community life. Implementation of the plan will be monitored by the Age and Disability-Friendly Committee which serves in an advisory capacity to the Parks and Recreation Commission, with ongoing evaluation to ensure its effectiveness in achieving the vision.
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CONTENT
Executive Summary
Letter of Support
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Community Profile
Age and Disability-Friendly Framework
Age and Disability-Friendly Process
Plan Focus Areas with Age and Disability Friendly Values Every Age, Every Ability
Focus Areas:

Remaining in Community
Health, Well-Being, and Caregiving
Transportation and Safe Mobility
Climate Change and Safety
Connections to and Inclusion in Society
Voice in Decision-Making
Communication and Information
Capacity Building and Sustainability
Acknowledgements
References
Appendix:

Assessment Report Executive Summary and Link
Equality, Equity, Justice Slide from Ageism and Ableism Training
Action Plan Roadmap
Thriving in Our Town Assessment Report
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COMMUNITY PROFILE
The Town of San Anselmo is considered to be the heart of Marin.

About 20 miles north of San Francisco, San Anselmo is bordered by San Rafael to the east, Fairfax to the west, and Ross to the South.

Once a summer destination for San Francisco residents, the Town was eventually occupied with permanent residents after the 1906 earthquake and fire when the Town was initially founded. After the Golden Gate Bridge opened in 1937, the population increased significantly. Jump to today, San Anselmo accounts for over 12,000 Marin residents.

Surrounded by sprawling hills and crossed by San Anselmo Creek, the Town has a family-friendly atmosphere and a strong sense of community. It hosts many local events and activities throughout the year that bring residents and visitors together. Cyclists and mountain bikers alike converge from surrounding areas of Marin and San Francisco as an informal meeting destination. Pedestrians enjoy Creek Park, Memorial Park, and Robson Harrington Park. Artists’ studios fill the local Isabel Cook Community Center.
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All ages enjoy Imagination Park
in downtown San Anselmo
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The San Francisco Theological Seminary (now the University of Redlands), the San Anselmo Public Library (a Carnegie Library), Imagination Park, the Mission-style San Anselmo Town Hall with its bell tower, and “Sugarfoot” cast-iron deer are all tangible reminders of San Anselmo’s rich history.

The Town residents have many school options ranging from Pre-K through high school. There are currently 5 public elementary schools within the Ross Valley School District and 3 schoolsTamalpais Union High School District, as well as several independent schools such as St. Anselm School and San Domenico.

Oak Hill School partners with UCSF to serve students on the autism spectrum, and the Irene Hunt School is a nonpublic day school that provides students in grades K-12 with an individualized education tailored to their specific needs. Cedars Marin, a residential and day community for individuals with developmental disabilities in nearby Ross, has studios in San Anselmo and an artist’s gallery in the center of San Anselmo where artists can show and sell their work. On any given day, a visitor will see drivers, bikers, and pedestrians of all ages and abilities in and around the town.
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Schools and Programs
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Map of San Anselmo in Marin County
Age, Health, and Population Changes
Marin County has been identified as one of the healthiest counties in the nation. The average Marin resident can expect to live 85.2 years, among the longest in the state and nation. More people are living to 100. Since 2010, San Anselmo has had a 42% increase in the portion of the population 60 years and older. Marin expects an additional 30% increase in this demographic in the next 10 years.
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5.3% of San Anselmo residents under 65 reported living with a disability. Although 14% of adult assessment respondents reported having aged into disability or having developed functional challenges. 5 6
the CDC estimate for disability prevalence 18 years and older in California is 26.6% of the population.
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Source: Google Maps
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Caregivers
Among those who responded to the assessment 7% reported they give care or support to someone for reasons of health, disability and aging.

The National Caregiving Alliance estimates that 12% of community populations are family caregivers. Most (89%) family and friend caregivers are unpaid. Getting relief from caregiving was noted as the most challenging aspect of caregiving by survey respondents.

Ethnicity: In 2020, 81% of the town population were white, 11% were listed as of two races, 9% were Hispanic or Latino, 4% were Asian, and 3% were listed as some other race. (U.S. Census Bureau, 2020).

Elder Economic Index:
“This economic measure is the gold standard to measure the cost of basic necessities and provides a more accurate reading than the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). As of 2024, the monthly FPL is set at $1,304/month for a single person living alone in the United States.

The Elder Economic Index (EEI) for a single renter in good health in Marin County is $4430/month. This is 173% of the National Average.

The EEI for a couple in good health who owns property with a mortgage in Marin is $6368/mo. This is $148% of the National Average.

Per Capita Income, Household Income, Median Home Value:

The Per Capita income in the last 12 months for San Anselmo in 2023 was $98,602. The Median Household Income was $170,457.

The median home value was $1,524,300.
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FRAMEWORK
San Anselmo’s Age and Disability-Friendly initiative follows the World Health Organization’s (WHO) framework (2007) and goals of the California Master Plan on Aging, expanding the original eight domains to include modern priorities such as: emergency preparedness, disability equity and justice, dementia-friendly practices, caregiver support, and affordability in aging.

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A Five-Year Cycle
The Age and Disability-Friendly process is a 5-year cycle. The Town of San Anselmo joined the network of Age-Friendly
communities in 2019. The first years were focused on community engagement, helping to identify specific issues, and visioning the future. The pandemic interrupted that process. The Marin Aging and Disability Institute received a grant from the California Department of Aging to continue the town’s process in 2024- 2025. In this last year, disability-friendly has been combined with age-friendly community assessment and planning.

Ageism and Ableism Education: Changing the Perceptions of Aging and Disability
It was vitally important to bring in ageism and ableism education to build community awareness of the stereotypes and biases about aging and disability. By holding workshops before discussing policy and practice changes, we were able to encourage innovative and creative thinking when discussing inclusivity, helping to foster both understanding and empathy.

Using residents’ personal stories and diverse voices in dialogue, we hoped to increase participants’ knowledge of disability, aging, and systemic inequalities.

Voice in the Work
One tenent of Age and Disability-Friendly planning is the requirement to include older adults as well as people with disabilities in the conversation and planning process, giving them agency, respect, and the opportunity to collaborate. This inclusive process allows for the consideration of all ages, stages, and abilities while allowing those who are often excluded a chance to share their lived experiences.

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Identifying Priorities
Age-friendly means effective structures and programming that allow people to live their best lives across their lifespan. The residents, staff, the Town’s community assets, the community assessment process and the general planning update process have informed the selection of the plan focus areas. Review our Thriving in our Town Survey Report Implementation, Monitoring, and Evaluation
This three-year action plan outlines goals and actions for moving towards the vision of a town for all ages and abilities. The Age and Disability Friendly committee in tandem with the Town staff will develop the goals to be more specific, measureable and achieveable.

The plan implementation will be monitored by an Age and DisabilityFriendly Committee in partnership with the Parks and Recreation Commission. After three years, the committee will evaluate progress and impact and then work with the Town to develop a new strategic plan moving forward. The Action Plan is a working document that guides the community's progress towards being an Age and disability-friendly community for all residents.

The following informed the goals and actions of this plan:

Two Community “Ageism and Ableism” workshops as well as one staff workshop
San Anselmo Resident and Staff Survey Assessments
The General Plan Update Process
Two In-Person Caregiver and Older Adult Focus Groups
Two In-Person Forums and one Online Community Forum
Advisory Committee, resident and staff conversations, Commission Meetings, and Workshops
International, National, and County-based research
AARP Livable Communities U.S. network
Marin County Age and Disability-Friendly communities, local organizations, and service providers
Age and Disability Friendly Process- Continued
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ensures people of all
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Action Plan Focus Areas with the Age
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The action plan focus areas were derived from the priorities determined by the assessment report (focus groups, survey), the AgeFriendly Livable Communities domains, the California Master Plan on Aging goals, and the San Anselmo General Plan. The values for an Age and Disability Friendly Community are listed below each focus area.

1. Remaining in Community
- An Age and Disability Friendly San Anselmo offers affordable, accessible housing options for downsizing and home
modifications to enable aging in the community.

2. Health, Well-Being and Caregiving
- An Age and Disability Friendly San Anselmo provides
education, information, and resources enabling residents to remain active and healthy in a community and in the place they call home.

3. Transportation and Safe Mobility
- An Age and Disability Friendly San Anselmo has a variety of reliable, accessible and affordable transportation options along with mobility education that allows residents to be connected to all areas and services in community.
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4. Climate Change and Safety
- An Age and Disability Friendly San Anselmo strengthens neighborhoods, provides education, information and resources enabling residents to remain safe in a community and in the place they call home.

5. Connected to and Included in Community
- An Age and Disability Friendly San Anselmo promotes a culture of respect, inclusion, and positive perceptions of aging and disability and strengthens neighborhoods, building
connections that provide health benefits and intergenerational bonds.

6. Having Voice in Community
- An Age and Disability Friendly San Anselmo prioritizes the participation and input of older adults and people with disabilities actively seeking their perspectives through various engagement methods.

7. Communication and Information
- An Age and Disability Friendly San Anselmo offers accessible communications in a variety of formats and across diverse mediums with age and disability-positive images and language.

Action Plan Focus Areas with the
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The resident quotes in italics throughout this plan are from the survey responses and from the focus groups.
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Remaining in Community
Vision: San Anselmo has accessible and safe housing options that reflect the diversity of needs of the population. Affordable home maintenance and modifications are available, as is the support needed to age at home. Our neighborhoods create opportunities that foster connection, inclusivity, resource sharing, safety, and support.
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Summary of Assessment Findings
Most residents felt welcomed and included in San Anselmo based on survey comments and focus groups. Eighty percent wanted to remain in their current homes as they age. Sixteen percent remained unsure.
84% of respondents were homeowners
16% of respondents were renters
Factors that could prevent a resident from staying in their home in San Anselmo:

Medical issues were chosen as the top reason residents might not remain in their homes.

Housing affordability is significant challenge for residents aged 35-44 and 65-69 and was listed more often for these two groups
Home and yard maintenance remains a barrier for residents aged 65-79. 61% say they will need home accessibility modifications or alterations to stay safe in their homes
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2023-2031 Housing Element increases housing density, affordable residences, and Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). There were 15 ADUs added in 2024, and 20 infill units were permitted.

The Town is currently working on implementing Housing Element Action 7.2b which states: “Work with local non-profits to create a day where volunteers provide free services such as home repairs and renovations for low-income elderly and disabled homeowners.” The San Anselmo General Plan supports a variety of housing options affordable to all income levels and encourages housing that meets the needs of residents.

The Affordable Housing Ordinance requires all new developments (residential and non-residential), to contribute towards the provision of affordable housing
Alternative housing options such as co-housing, co-living, missing middle, and micro-units are listed on the Town of San Anselmo’s Website (https://www.townofsananselmo.gov)
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my brother and his wife. I hope that I will
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Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Resources are available
on the Marin County and Town of San Anselmo websites.

Several Marin County Property Tax Exemptions are
available to residents from the taxing agencies. One
example is the San Anselmo Municipal Services and/or
Pension Override Taxes. Annual exemptions are listed on the Marin County Department of Finance Property Tax
Exemptions website.

Reasonable Accommodation allows for flexibility in
zoning, land use, and building regulations to ensure equal housing
opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

Affordable Housing Assistance Programs that provide
financial support, home repairs, rental subsidies, and
affordable housing opportunities for low- and moderateincome individuals and families in Marin County.

Home accessibility and modification assistance
programs are available from local and regional public
agencies and nonprofits such as Habitat for Humanity and Marin Center for Independent Living.

Tam House provides single senior cooperative affordable housing in two high-quality homes within walking distance of the center of town. Tam House is a model of nonprofit housing development in San Anselmo and Marin County.

Financial Assistance for Energy programs are available.

Ross Valley Villages (Marin Villages) offers in-home
assistance and personal support to empower residents to stay independent.

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Summary of Assessment Findings
Most residents (91%) rate their health as good, very good or excellent. 9% rate the health as poor, fair
13% have difficulty with mobility some to all of the time 21% reported having noticed changes in their cognitive abilities that impact their life; 8% are interested in a dementia care support group 31% always or usually eat alone and 45% are interested in a town congregant meal
22% of unpaid caregivers are friends or neighbors, not family 44% haven’t thought about or don’t know what they would do if they couldn’t care for themselves
Interest in Activities
58% know about programs and activities offered by the Recreation Department.
38% would participate in a technology training and support class 53% are interested in a “Strength for Aging Strong” exercise class 43% want to participate in walking groups
45% want an intergenerational space for
drop in gatherings and programming
Multiple requests for allowing children with
disabilities to have early access to town events
before they get noisy and crowded. Requests for
“quiet zones” for town wide events for neurodivergent and disabled people. These were made in focus groups and parent interviews.

Health, Wellness and Caregiving
A caregiver request:

Send out helpful
information and
resources via email
and mail
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San Anselmo Public Library provides a collection of
Memory Kits to support residents with Alzheimer’s and
dementia. Past library programming has included
Alzheimer’s Association education for aging adults and
caregivers and presentations on financial elder abuse.

The Library offers OWLS (Outreach On Wheels Library
Service) home delivery and pick-up to patrons unable to come to the library due to mobility, health or disability barriers.

The Library offers Medicare lecture series that is
available annually through the State HICAP program.

Ross Valley Seniors provides a reduced-fee lunch,
special programs, and opportunities to socialize monthly.

Archie Williams High School Pool is available for Adult Lap Swim for a fee 7 days a week.

The Library offers California State Parks and Marin
Municipal Water District (MMWD) vehicle parking
passes for library card holders.

Age and Disability-Friendly Marin monthly online
Speaker Forums cover topics such as preventative
healthcare, nutrition in aging, fall prevention and end of life planning.
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San Anselmo has 9 parks, 7 open spaces, and wellmarked bike paths. There are many spaces in which to live and be active. Hilldale Pocket Park was created in 2023 to be a “pocket neighborhood” park that is
accessible to older adults and the disabled population.

San Anselmo has a complete streets policy and
ADA transition plan that helps shape current and
future projects.

Action Steps
H1: Create greater access
to, and awareness of,
available County Health and
Provider Resources
H2: Promote local tech
trainings
H3: Partner with agencies to
facilitate access to home
delivered meals and
groceries
H4: Develop a Caregiver
Support Program
H6: Consider shaded
seating and inclusive
playground equipment
when improving Town Parks
and building new facilities

HEALTH, WELLNESS AND CAREGIVING
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H5: Expand subsidized and
low cost programming
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Vision: Enhance infrastructure to promote walking and bicycling by calming traffic and reducing collisions. Implement safety programs, strengthen enforcement, and provide mobility education to support safer, more active transportation. 20 I Age and Disability Friendly Action Plan
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Transportation and Safe Mobility
I am the only driver in
my home. My spouse
does not drive. If I am
incapacitated we face a
difficult situation.

Navigating uneven
surfaces, sidewalks and
crossing streets can be
scary, even with a cane.

Physical barriers in San
Anselmo-They don't stop
me, but force me to move
very, very slowly and
cautiously, which makes
me self-conscious and a
bit ashamed.

Ninety-five percent say that driving is their main mode of transportation, but many remain active and walk (59%) or bike (24%) in San Anselmo.

Only 6% use public transit as a main mode of
transportation and 42% of residents use it sometimes.
37% reported that it doesn’t go to their destinations or has an inconvenient schedule.

While some older residents rely on friends and family for transportation, it's important to ensure that those without nearby support are aware of the alternative transportation options available to them.

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San Anselmo Downtown Active Transportation and Circulation Study has recommended short and long-term improvements to enhance active transportation safety in town and to improve access and comfort for people using all modes of transportation to navigate downtown. In addition, Active Transportation is considered on all new projects.

Based on requests from residents, the Town's Traffic Calming Program is intended to review existing conditions and implement traffic calming measures to lower traffic speeds in residential neighborhoods.

Bike and Pedestrian Improvements were made on Sir Francis Drake Blvd. between the Hub and Bolinas Avenue in 2022.

The Sequoia Park Neighborhood ‘Safe Routes To Schools
Project’ will improve safety by creating safer intersections and prioritizing access to sidewalks, bike routes, and public transportation.

General Plan Circulation Element policy: Provide “Complete Streets” that are safe, comfortable, and convenient routes for walking, bicycling, and public transportation.

One goal of the General Plan Conservation Element is to prevent or minimize air and water pollution.

The Climate Action Plan resulted in a 25% reduction in emissions by 25% as of 2022. Lower emissions reduce the pollutants and particulates, improving air quality and respiratory health.

A Sidewalk Repair Program provides project management
assistance to property owners.
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T1: Conduct volunteer
walkability audits to assist
Public Works in
identification of areas for
improvement
T2: Provide Transit
Resources to Residents
T3: Promote and encourage
residents to use the “Report
a Problem” on the Town
Website
T4: Advocate for longer
crossing times. Receive an
update from DPW on
arterial and collector
roadways and crossings

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Action Steps
A new hybrid stoplight is planned for Saunders Ave and
Sir Frances Drake Boulevard.

Sidewalks will be installed on Butterfield Rd. from Sir Frances Drake Boulevard to Carlson Avenue.

Per the new California State law, Public Works is
daylighting crosswalks to reduce traffic accidents by
improving driver visibility of pedestrians and cyclists.

The Town is currently completing the ADA Transition
Plan.

Current Status
I have met many people
who have mobility
challenges and feel stuck
in their homes because
they can’t get on the
sidewalk on their Street -
they cant navigate the
dips.

I need an upright chair with
armrests to participate in the
events/activities and I cannot
carry a chair while walking.

After dark I find it difficult to
walk to my car or public bus.
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Vision: All ages and abilities will be represented as we bridge inclusivity with climate action. Since climate action and emergency preparedness are interconnected, we aim to mitigate risks while enhancing resilience by educating and promoting both proactive climate action and emergency preparedness.

Emergency Preparedness
68% - feel only somewhat or not prepared
49% - would likely participate in a preparedness class for older adults
29% - would like help putting together a disaster preparedness kit 56% -have not or only somewhat become familiar with evacuation routes
21% - will need transportation assistance for an emergency evacuation.
20% are not registered with Alert Marin
12% do not have fans or a place to go in an extended heat wave 14% don't know who could give them assistance if the power and cell phones are out and emergency services are available Climate Action
44% want a local Fix-It fest event
24% reported they ride a bicycle or E-bike
56% walk as one of their main modes of transportation
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A Farm Stand in Downtown supports sustainable farming
practices, promotes local food security, and reduces the carbon footprint of our food. Cedars also holds a farmstand from MaySeptember.

The Library has a “Library of Things” which promotes a
sharing economy and reduces overconsumption. Things include a telescope, thermal camera, knitting kit and a collection of board games and puzzles.

The Library holds an annual clothing swap combatting fast fashion, and overconsumption while building social connections and reducing waste.

Reuse Alliance, in partnership with the Library, will bring the first town Repair fair to San Anselmo in September 2025.

The Town and the Ross Valley Fire Department websites have Emergency Information, Emergency Notification, and prevention information for residents, including flood, storm, and fire resources.

The Town has a multifaceted flood monitoring, warning and response system and an emergency response system.

The Department of Public Works is currently building a
Resilience Hub equipped with renewable power that can support residents during emergencies.
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My neighborhood is very friendly & welcoming My neighbors "keep an eye on me "and I'm sure would provide help if needed in an emergency
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Action Steps
S1: Promote Neighbor to
Neighbor assistance in
building connections and
safety
S2: Work with local and
County partners to host
regular emergency
preparedness events
S3: Encourage
neighborhoods to
participate in the Resilient
Neighborhoods and
Firewise Communities
S:4 Arrange emergency
preparedness education
refreshers for older adults,
caregivers, and the disabled
population
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The Town offers emergency outage assistance helping
residents to get their power back in a short time-frame.

The Neighbor-to-Neighbor events such as those held
during the pandemic, helped promote emergency planning
while building local social connections and familiarity of those who needed assistance.

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Vision: The Town of San Anselmo has a range of social and civic activities and employment opportunities that are appealing and accessible for individuals of every age and ability, providing residents with a sense of belonging, closeness, and well-being. Intergenerational activities foster mutual understanding and promote community cohesion and belonging. 26 I Age and Disability Friendly Action Plan
Connected and Included in Community
Summary of Assessment Findings
Redesign and upgrade the Isabel
Cook Community Center to
become a state-of-the-art San
Anselmo Community Center that
provides programming and spaces
for residents of all ages and
abilities!
47% are employed
8% (34) people need to look for a job for income or want to work parttime locally 20% volunteer in San Anselmo
32% reported attitudinal barriers in San Anselmo. Comments from people with disabilities or functional challenges described encountering negative attitudes or lack of consideration
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San Anselmo provides zero programs for
kids with disabilities. None of the
recreational sports have Challenger
divisions. There are no camps or after
school programs for kids with disabilities
We are completely isolated from the
community where we live and spend all of
our time in other cities.

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Ross Valley Seniors’ monthly meeting attendance has grown as has the Town Recreation Department Adult programs.

Live on The Avenue provides seating for older adults and disabled attendees.

Town Movie nights have included closed captions since 2023.

Adult Recreational Programming includes Painting, French Language, Tai Chi, American Mah Jongg, Ukulele, and Charm Making Classes.

Library Department discussion and book groups, drawing
workshops, gardener presentations, the Large Type Collection, virtual author talks, and the OWLS book delivery service all include residents in diverse group activities both in-person or at home.

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The Town Recreation department is partnering with Project Awareness and Special Sports (PAASS) to expand available programs and recreational opportunities to children and young adults (5-21) with developmental delays and learning differences The Recreation Department offers scholarships and partners with the Golden Gate Resource Center that provides services and support to individuals with developmental disabilities Town’s HR Department currently has an inclusive hiring
practice where all names are redacted.

Current Status
We need disability friendly and
sensory sensitive events/meet ups to
combat social isolation. The choice is
always between being with my
disabled son or taking a break away
from him, how about things we could
go to as a family
People of all abilities being
welcomed into Town programs is
not the same as the programs
actually being accessible and
inclusive for people with disabilities.
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Action Steps
C1: Identify and secure a
designated gathering space
for older adults in Town
C2: Develop a partnership
with Ross Valley Villages
C3: Celebrate aging and
disability annually with
special events
C4: Consider mobility
scooter access to public
bathrooms and a bathroom
and wheelchair lift at
Robson Property
C5: Continue Ageism and
Ableism education in
community
C6: Ensure programs and
spaces are accessible and
inclusive of the disabled
and older adult populations
C7: Develop a social group
for children with disabilities
and their families
C8: Continue to collect
resident oral histories and
share publicly to foster
conection
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Vision: All people are treated with dignity and respect. San Anselmo promotes inclusion using strategies that foster meaningful participation and that amplify voices.
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Having Voice in Community
In the focus groups and the survey comments those with disabilities and functional impairments mentioned ableism, unkind interactions, and other residents having stigma about impairments and disabilities. Some feel discriminated against since their needs in Town aren’t considered.

Comments included the lack of recreation or social opportunities or programs for the disabled to participate in typical kid programs from parents of disabled children and also from disabled adults who grew up in San Anselmo and had no recreation opportunities.

In focus groups and interviews, parents asked to be invited to Recreation Department program planning meetings to share ideas and best inclusion practices for children with disabilities.

People feel welcomed and included at:
- the Public Library - places where hearing isn’t an issue - the parks - some neighborhoods
- the churches - some restaurants and businesses
- Imagination Park benches - Cedars
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The Town actively promotes volunteer opportunities in the newsletter and on their website.

Town committees and commissions invite all residents to apply and encourage all to submit.

Youth are included in community events and activities.

The Town utilizes inclusive meeting practices, creating a welcoming and respectful atmosphere where everyone has the opportunity to share their opinions.

The Town provides summaries of complex information in their public presentations, in Council and Commission meeting documents and in workshops.

The Town provides meaningful feedback mechanisms. HAVING VOICE IN COMMUNITY Current Status
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V2: Commit to outreach and
inclusion of people with
disabilities on local
commissions
V4: Parks and Recreation
annual planning will include
older adults, members of
the disabled population and
their families
V5: Present an Elder’s Fraud
Awareness class annually

HAVING VOICE IN COMMUNITY
V1: Collaborate with all
Departments to help adopt a
Town-wide age and
disability friendly lens
V3: Develop partnerships
with public, private, and
non-profit community
partners to develop
disability affirming groups
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Vision: San Anselmo considers the ways in which we access and use information depending on our age and/or abilities. Community information is reliable and accessible. Digital exclusion is minimalized, and information meets the needs of the aging and disabled populations.

Respondents noted that these items would make San Anselmo more accessible:
amplified sound in all meetings and events
accessible communication practices
real-time captioning and ASL available,16% use captions in meetings 41% still use a landline
Email and text messaging are the most frequent channels used for information. The internet and the Town e-newsletter are used by about half of the respondents.

Only 26% use social media
Requests for accessible signage was made in the survey and in focus groups
9% of disabled people said communication is a barrier to participation in the community
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The Town of San Anselmo website has been redesigned to be more accessible with simple navigation to enhance usability.

The San Anselmo Town Council meetings have been made more accessible with captions, microphones, a hearing system, and a willingness from staff to make reasonable accommodations.

Town communications are available electronically and in physical documents. Meetings can be attended in person or remotely via Zoom at home.

The Recreation Guide is mailed to all residents three times per year and is available year-round online.
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Action Steps
A1: Consider improving
communication channels in
San Anselmo
A5: Add a monthly
Engaging Aging and Ability
section for resource and
event promotion to the
existing Town Manager's
Newsletter
A2: Embed age and
disability- friendly imagery
in communications and
advertisements

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A4: Offer Accessible
Communications Training
for the Town, businesses,
and its residents
A3: Actively promote and
use the meeting and
program accessibility
equipment available for
Town meetings
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Capacity Building and Sustainability in
Age and Disability-Friendly Initiatives
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Research on the sustainability and capacity building of Age-Friendly communities highlights several best practices that will be adopted for the Age and Disability-Friendly San Anselmo Initiative.

Best Practices:

Multi-Sectoral collaboration
Building strong partnerships across various sectors, including government, social services, businesses, and community
organizations.

Ensuring that initiatives address the diverse needs of older adults and the disabled population through sustainable solutions.

Meaningful engagement of all ages and abilities
Encouraging active participation of older adults and people with disabilities in planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Including younger adults and youth perspectives is important when gathering information and planning for long-term initiatives.

Build public will, engagement, and advocacy
Raising awareness and providing continued education on Ageism and Ableism in schools and the community as a whole.

Reporting the positive impacts of the initiative to the entire community.

Participating in the Marin Age-Friendly Network and the Disability Coalition to keep apprised of local and State advocacy
opportunities, issues, and member best practices.

Financial sustainability
Identifying and advocating for resources from diverse sources is vital to supporting the initiative’s ongoing progress and for solidifying program partnerships.
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Acknowledgements
We appreciate the time and dedication of the following staff and volunteers in launching Age Friendly San Anselmo in 2019 and Age and Disability Friendly San Anselmo in 2023.

Age Friendly Committee (2019-2020)
Dannielle Mauk, Director of Community Services
Kevin MacLeod, Recreation Coordinator
Suellen Lamorte (Founder, Commission on Aging)
Bridget Clark
Anna Lim
Carla Overberger
Sara Robinson
Laurie Vermont
Woody Weingarten
Age and Disability Advisory Committee 2023-2025
Dannielle Mauk, Director of Community Services (2023-2024) Mattie O’Grady, Director of Community Services (2024-)
Vincent Lin, Recreation Coordinator
Colleen Arnold, Marin Aging and Disability Institute
Maria Rodriguez, Marin Aging and Disability Institute
Sara Robinson, Marin Aging and Disability Institute
Ellen Baxter
Bridget Clark
Linda Kenton, Town Librarian
Gene Ng, Commission on Aging
Ivy Tzur, Parks and Recreation Commissioner
Katie Ladouceur, Cedars
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Accessed on March 18, 2025.

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8. Office of Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, HHS Poverty Guidelines for 2025 for 48 CONTIGUOUS STATES AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, https://aspe.hhs.gov/topics/poverty-economic-mobility/poverty-guidelines

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ADFSA: Age and Disability Friendly San Anselmo
ADFMN: Age and Disability Friendly Marin Network
AAS County Aging and Adult Services
MADI: Marin Aging and Disability Institute
VOAD: Voluntary Organizations Against Disaster
MCIL: Marin Center for Independent Living
RCIC: Rosalyn Carter Institute for Caregiving
ICS: Integrated Community Services
ESCOM: Emeritus Students College of Marin
CBOs: Community Based Organizations
UCP of North Bay: United Cerebral Palsy of North Bay
Matrix: Matrix Parents Network and Resource Center
F.A.S.T.: Marin County Financial Abuse Specialist Team
Acronyms used in Committee Action Plan Roadmap
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COMMITTEE ACTION PLAN ROADMAP -ADFSA 2025-2028
Remaining in community Actions
R1: Investigate opportunities that encourage home-
sharing or home matching
Home Match Marin
Residents
Planning Department
R2: Continue to support the use of Marin Community
Foundation funds for affordable housing
R3: Utilize and promote the Volunteer Database to
provide assistance to older adults and people with
disabilities
R4: Continue to publicize and create opportunities for
using rental assistance programs
R5: Work with local non-profits to create a day where volunteers provide free services such as home repairs and renovations for low-income elderly and disabled homeowners.

R6: Work with Marin County and neighboring jurisdictions to explore the feasibility of establishing a renter match program for ADU owners and prospective tenants
Planning Department
Resident Volunteers,
Public Works, Town
Administration, Marin Villages
Planning Department
Marin Housing Authority
County of Marin
Community Development
Agency, Municipalities
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Potential Stakeholders
Planning Department, Public
Works, Habitat for Humanity,
Ross Valley Villages
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Health, Wellness and Caregiving
H1: Create greater access to, and awareness of,
available County health and provider services
H2: Promote local tech trainings
H3: Partner with agencies to facilitate access to home
delivered meals and groceries
H4: Develop a caregiver support program
H5: Expand subsidized and low cost programming
H6: Consider shaded seating and inclusive playground equipment when improving Town Parks and building new facilities
Town Communications
Faith Communities
Public Library
Vivalon, ESCOM, Public Library
Town Communications, Ross
Valley Villages
Vivalon, Marin County
Aging and Adult Services
Faith communities, Recreation,
Public Library,
Volunteer Program
Public Works,
Recreation Department
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Potential Stakeholders
Recreation Department
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Transportation, and Safe Mobility
T1: Conduct regular walkability audits to
assist Public Works in identification of
areas for improvement
AARP, Public Works
Trained Volunteers
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Potential Stakeholders
T2: Provide transit resources to
residents
Marin Transit
Vivalon, Marin Villages
T3: Promote and encourage residents to use the
“Report a Problem” on the Town Website
Public Works, Town Communications,
Neighborhood or local Firewise groups
T4:Advocate for longer crossing times and receive an update from DPW on arterial and collector roadways and crossings Public Works, Bicycle Pedestrian
Advisory Committee
Climate Change and Safety Potential Stakeholders
S1: Promote Neighbor-to-Neighbor assistance in
building connections and safety
Firewise groups, Neighborhood
Associations, Ross Valley Fire Department
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S2: Work with local and County partners to host regular emergency preparedness events
Ross Valley Villages
Ross Valley Fire, Firesafe Marin
VOAD,Salvation Army, NRGS
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Climate Change and Safety Potential Stakeholders
S3: Encourage neighborhoods to participate
in the Resilient Neighborhoods and
Firewise Communities
Residents
Climate Action Commission
Ross Valley Fire
S4: Arrange emergency preparedness education
refreshers for older adults, caregivers, and the
disabled population.

Connected and Included in Society Potential Stakeholders C1: Identify and secure a designated gathering
space for older adults in Town
Town Departments
Residents, Chamber of Commerce
C2: Develop a partnership with Ross Valley Villages
Ross Valley Villages, ADFSA,
Public Library
Ross Valley Fire, MCIL, RCIC,
Central Marin Police, Firesafe Marin
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C7: Develop a social group for children with disabilities and their families
C8: Continue to collect resident oral histories and share publicly to foster conection
CBOs, Residents, Ross Valley
Villages, Ross Valley Seniors,
iCedars, Oak Hill, Disability Coalition
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COMMITTEE ACTION PLAN ROADMAP -ADFSA 2025-2028
C3: Celebrate aging and disability annually with
special events
Connected and Included in Society Potential Stakeholders C4: Consider mobility scooter access to public bathrooms and a bathroom and wheelchair lift at Robson Property
C5: Continue Ageism and Ableism education in community
C6: Ensure programs and spaces are accessible and inclusive of the disabled and older adult populations
Public works, MADI,
Commission on Aging
MADI
UCP of North Bay
iCedars, Oak Hill
Residents
Matrix, Local Schools,
Cedars, Oak Hill,
Residents, Recreation Department
Disability Coalition, Public Library
SA Historical Society
iCedars, Tam House
Marin Villages
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ACTION PLAN ROADMAP
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Potential Stakeholders
V2: Commit to outreach and inclusion of
people with disabilities on local
commissions
All Town committees and
commissions
V3: Develop partnerships with public,
private, and non-profit community partners
to develop disability affirming groups.

MADI,RVSD,
Matrix, Archie Williams Students,
Disability Coalition
V4: Parks and Recreation annual planning will include
members of the older adult and the disabled population
and their families
MADI, Matrix
Parks and Recreation
Residents
V5: Present an Elder’s Fraud Awareness
class annually
Public Library
Ross Valley Villages
F.A.S.T. Team
V1. Collaborate with all Departments to help adopt a
Town-wide age and disability friendly lens.

Having Voice in Community
All Town Departments
Commission on Aging, MADI
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ACTION PLAN ROADMAP
A1: Consider improving communication
channels in San Anselmo
A4: Offer accessible communications training
for the Town, businesses and its residents
A5 Add a monthly Engaging Aging and Ability section
for resource and event promotion to the existing Town
Manager’s newsletter
A2: Embed age and disability-friendly
imagery in communications and
advertisements
Communication and Information
Town Communications
Recreation Department
Town and Chamber of
Commerce
ADFSA, MADI, Disability Coalition
Town, County of Marin Digital
Accessibility
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A3: Actively promote and use the meeting
and program accessibility equipment
available for town meetings
Town Staff, Volunteers
Potential Stakeholders
All Town Departments
and Town Council
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ASSESSMENT EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In 2019, the Town of San Anselmo launched an initiative to become a designated Age-Friendly Community by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). The first phase of this initiative was to complete a Community Assessment, gathering the experiences and perspectives of older adults and information from the town departments to provide the context for a three-year strategic plan. The COVID-19 pandemic interrupted the presentation to the broader community.

In 2023, the Marin Aging and Disability Institute received a California Department of Aging grant to complete this process and to develop a local Age and DisabilityFriendly Plan in partnership with the Town of San Anselmo. A new assessment process and survey were developed to include older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers. Over 490 completed surveys were collected (12% of the older adults and 12% of the people with disabilities). Only 3.5% of the estimated caregivers responded. The primary goal of the survey process was to learn about the town's "age and disability-friendly" strengths as well as areas that needed improvement. This data and the qualitative data from stakeholder focus groups, resident interviews, conversations, and a staff survey will collectively form the San Anselmo Age and Disability-Friendly three-year action plan.

Survey Findings: Strengths
Health: The majority (91%) of the respondents reported being in ‘Good to Excellent’ health. This is an indicator of overall well-being and is influenced by psychosocial factors and life satisfaction. The majority (73%) consider themselves to be completely mobile. Over half of the respondents reported walking as a main mobility mode.

Social connectedness and respect: Most respondents live with others and feel included and welcomed in San Anselmo. Respondents mentioned the events, businesses, friendly neighborhoods, and people as factors that contributed to a feeling of community.

Remaining in the community: An overwhelming majority wish to remain in their homes if financially possible and if home modifications are made.

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Use of Technology: A majority use mobile phones and computers, rendering text and/or voicemail communications a viable means for urgent communications. However, since 38% would like technology support or training, the town can't assume that digital resource sharing is effective for all residents.

Home Sharing: Twenty percent would consider shared housing options to stay in their homes or town.

Volunteerism: One-fifth of our population volunteers in some capacity in their town.

Survey Findings: Opportunities for improvement
Affordable and accessible programs, services, and events: Since affordable housing and financial constraints are concerns for increasing numbers of residents (43%), offering free or subsidized Town programs and services is vitally important to their remaining socially connected and healthy while remaining in their homes. Events and programs should be accessible for all abilities and ages.

Accessible sidewalks and safe crossings: Pedestrian safety, accessibility, restrooms, sidewalks, additional seating, and biker regulation and accountability were prominent concerns.

Emergency Preparedness: A high percentage (68%) of respondents said they are only ‘somewhat or not prepared’ and would like preparedness classes. Twenty percent need assistance with registering for Alert Marin and/or don't have someone to provide emergency assistance in the event of a power or phone outage. Twenty-one percent need transportation assistance if an evacuation became necessary.

Mobility and transportation options: While not accessible and/or affordable for some, sharing public transit information and volunteer driver options could address the transportation assistance needs that 15% of respondents have (getting groceries or medications, transit to medical appointments or to visits friends or family). Twenty-one percent of people with disabilities or functional challenges report experiencing physical barriers such as uneven surfaces and sidewalks and unsafe walkways due to cars and electric bikes.

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STAFF REPORT
TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO Item #: 3.1
MEETING DATE: May 27, 2025
AGENDA TITLE: Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of Amendments to the Land Use Element of the General Plan and Make
the Associated CEQA Findings.

FROM: Planning Department
RECOMMENDATION: The Town Council hold a public hearing and make the following motions:

1. Adopt a Resolution to amend the Land Use Element of the General Plan of the Town of San Anselmo to remove development standards related to building height (see Attachment 1); and

2. Find that the Amendments to the Land Use Element of the General Plan are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Amendments would have a significant effect on the environment.

BACKGROUND
The General Plan is the Town’s overarching policy document that guides long-term land use, development, and conservation decisions. Pursuant to 2017 General Plan Guidelines prepared by the California Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (now the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation, or LCI), implementation of a General Plan should rely on zoning ordinances and subdivision ordinances, among other mechanisms. Zoning is one of the primary means of implementing a general plan.

In contrast to the long-term outlook of the general plan, zoning regulates the immediate use and development of the land.

Zoning regulations establish project review procedures and standards for minimum lot size, building height and setback limits, fence heights, parking, and other development parameters within each land use category. In general law cities such as San Anselmo, zoning provisions, including discretionary permits, must be consistent with the general plan (California Government Code Section 65860).1
1 General law cities, in contrast to charter cities, are those bound by the State’s general law regardless of whether the subject concerns a municipal affair. Find more information about the differences between local authority structures here.
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The San Anselmo General Plan currently includes high-level descriptions for all land use categories ranging from single-family residential to general commercial to open space uses. For commercial land uses, the General Plan also prescribes maximum building height standards, which are also regulated in the San Anselmo Zoning Ordinance (Municipal Code, Title 10, Chapter 3).

Height limits were originally added to the General Plan in 1988 when the Town Council adopted Resolution 3074. This amendment added a 35-foot building height limit to all commercial land use categories described in the General Plan. Later in 1991, Town Council Resolution 3137-A reduced this building height limitation to a maximum of 30 feet in height in all commercial land use categories.

Locating development standards, such as building height limits, in both the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance creates redundancy. While not explicitly prohibited by State law, this duplication can lead to inconsistencies between regulations over time, causing confusion for local decision-makers, Town staff, and project applicants. The 2017 General Plan Guidelines recommend locating development standards in the Zoning Ordinance to ensure clarity and flexibility.

To align with best practices and eliminate regulatory conflicts, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2025-09 on May 19, 2025 to amend the Land Use Element, removing height limits from land use category descriptions in the General Plan (see Attachment 3). Removing height limits from the General Plan would not deregulate building heights in these commercial zones; it would simply eliminate redundant provisions and consolidate specific height controls to the Zoning Ordinance.

This proposed amendment is being brought forward independently of the comprehensive General Plan Update to address an immediate need for regulatory clarity and consistency, as identified by the Planning Commission.2 This approach is consistent with State law and modern planning principles described above and enables the Town to avoid delay in processing development applications that could be impacted by regulation conflicts.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
The proposed General Plan Amendments (listed in Attachment 1) would revise the descriptions of the commercial land use categories to remove references to the building height limits. A redlined version of the proposed amendments to the Land Use Element is provided in Attachment 2.

These amendments are proposed to:

1. Clarify that development standards, such as building height, are established in the San Anselmo Zoning Ordinance rather than in the General Plan. Any exception to these development standards may be considered through the Variance process 2 While the comprehensive General Plan Update is underway, it will not be completed for the next year. 194
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described in the Zoning Ordinance (Municipal Code Title 10, Chapter 3, Article 14, Variance).3

2. Reinforce the General Plan’s role as a long-range policy document, while ensuring that zoning regulations remain the operative tools for regulating development.

The General Plan Amendments do not propose any changes to the General Plan Land Use Map, allowable uses, or residential density. By removing height standards from the General Plan and relying instead on the Zoning Ordinance for development regulations.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with the proposed Resolution.

GENERAL PLAN CONSISTENCY
As supported and referenced in Attachment 1, the General Plan Amendments are consistent with the following goals, policies, and programs in the General Plan:
• Housing Element Policy 5: Eliminate barriers to the development of market rate and affordable housing.
• Housing Element Program 5.9: Streamline the project review process for housingrelated applications. • Housing Element Action 5.9c: Continue to evaluate and improve the streamlined processing system to facilitate residential development.

CEQA AND CLIMATE ACTION PLAN CONSISTENCY
The General Plan Amendments are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Amendments would have a significant effect on the environment. The Amendments would make no changes to land uses, development intensities, or the rate at which development is expected to occur and therefore would have no significant environmental effect.

ATTACHMENT
Attachment 1 - Resolution
Attachment 2 - Draft Land Use Element (see pages 18 and 19) Attachment 3 - Planning Commission Resolution No. 2025-09 3 A Variance requires Planning Commission approval at a duly noticed public hearing per the Municipal Code.
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1 RESOLUTION NO. XXXX

RESOLUTION OF THE SAN ANSELMO TOWN COUNCIL TO AMEND THE LAND

USE ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO TO

REMOVE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS RELATED TO BUILDING HEIGHT AND

MAKE THE ASSOCIATED CEQA EXEMPTION FINDINGS
WHEREAS, the Town of San Anselmo General Plan sets out the overall vision for development, including the types of land uses, their locations, and the general pattern of future development; and
WHEREAS, the Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Title 10, Chapter 3, Zoning Ordinance translates the General Plan's broad goals into specific, enforceable regulations.

These regulations include minimum lot coverage, maximum building heights, setback requirements, and allowable uses for each zone; and
WHEREAS, locating development standards, including maximum building heights, in the Zoning Ordinance rather than the General Plan is consistent with the California Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) 2017 General Plan Guidelines; and
WHEREAS, consistent with California Government Code Section 65860, which requires county or city zoning ordinances to be consistent with the general plan of the county or city, the Town finds it appropriate to remove development standards such as height limits from the General Plan and instead regulate them through the Zoning Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, on April 7, 2025, the Planning Commission directed staff to prepare General Plan Amendments removing height limits from land use category descriptions in the General Plan; and
WHEREAS, the adoption of Amendments to the Land Use Element constitutes General Plan Amendments pursuant to California Government Code Section 65350 et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the adoption of Amendments to the Land Use Element constitutes a General Plan Amendment pursuant to California Government Code Section 65350 et seq.; and
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2 WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 65353 requires a Planning Commission to hold at least one public hearing prior to approving the recommendation of General Plan Amendments; and
WHEREAS, California Native American tribes were previously notified and invited to consult on the Town’s Housing Element pursuant to Government Code sections 65352– 65352.5, and the proposed amendment to the General Plan Land Use Element implements Housing Element Policy 9 without introducing new policies not previously reviewed; and
WHEREAS, the Amendments to the Land Use Element herein are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that they will have a significant effect on the environment; and
WHEREAS, the Amendments to the Land Use Element are consistent with the Town’s Housing Element Policy 5, Program 5.9, and Action 5.9c of the General Plan; and WHEREAS, a public hearing notice was published in the Marin Independent Journal on May 16, 2025 and posted in three places pursuant to California Government Code Section 65090, giving notice of the Town Council’s consideration of the recommendation of the proposed General Plan Amendments contained herein; and WHEREAS, on May 19, 2025, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing to take public testimony and unanimously voted to recommend that the Town Council adopt a Resolution regarding the Amendments to the Land Use Element; and WHEREAS, on May 27, 2025, the Town Council held a duly noticed public hearing to take public testimony and consider the Planning Commission’s recommendation that the Town Council adopt a Resolution regarding the Amendments to the Land Use Element; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that:

1. Based on substantial evidence in the record that the above recitals are true and correct and incorporated as findings herein.

2. The Town Council of the Town of San Anselmo does hereby adopt Amendments to the Land Use Element of the General Plan of the Town of San Anselmo to remove development standards related to building height and make the associated CEQA exemption findings, as attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by reference.
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3 RESOLUTION PASSED AND ADOPTED, at the regular meeting of the Town of San Anselmo on the 27th day of May, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmember:

NOES: Councilmember:

ABSENT: Councilmember:

ABSTAIN: Councilmember:

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TARRELL KULLAWAY
MAYOR
ATTEST:
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SERGE AVILA

TOWN CLERK

EXHIBITS
A. LAND USE ELEMENT
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EXHIBIT A: LAND USE ELEMENT
The following pages in Exhibit A represent the redlined version of the Land Use Element of the Town of San Anselmo General Plan, referenced as Attachment 2 of the Staff Report dated May 27, 2025.

SEE ATTACHMENT 2 OF STAFF REPORT. THE FINAL RESOLUTION WILL INCLUDE THE DOCUMENT.
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LAND USE ELEMENT
A. Introduction
The land use section is the broadest in scope and most comprehensive element of the General Plan. The objectives and policies contained herein were the last to be formulated and reflect the general policy direction contained in all the other sections of the plan. As a result, the Land Use Element by design brings the array of thought and direction contained throughout the plan together to create a consistent and harmonious statement.

The intent of the land use section is to match the plan's policies related to natural resource, environmental constraint, recreation, open space, and community design policies with the urban land needs derived from the population, housing, circulation, and economic objectives of the plan.

The Land Use Element defines and shows graphically the general spatial distribution of all uses of land within the Town of San Anselmo. Furthermore, the land use section stipulates the density and intensity of development for all the land area covered by the plan.

B. Existing Land Use
The Town of San Anselmo is situated in a series of small valleys created by streams which are bordered by moderate to steep hillside slopes and ridge tops. The vegetation in the area is a mixture of grass and woodland. Due to their orientation, the north-facing slopes are more heavily wooded than the south-facing slopes. The sunnier south-facing slopes do, however, have stands and pockets of woodland. The stream courses along the valley floor are bordered by residential and commercial structures and remnants of riparian woodland.

San Anselmo is an established residential community which is near buildout in terms of its maximum residential development. New housing construction can be expected to be limited to infill on existing vacant single-family lots. Many of these undeveloped lots are small and located on steep sites. However, there are some larger parcels of land situated on the higher, and more visible, slopes and ridge tops in the area which are designated for residential development in the current general plan.

There are an estimated 1,720 acres of land within the corporate limits of the Town of San Anselmo. The Available Lands Survey which was conducted in 1984 as a part of the Housing Element update found that there was approximately 288 acres of land available for potential development. While the undeveloped land represents 17 percent of the total acreage in the Town, this undeveloped land is most often found in remote and hillside areas of the Town which are difficult to develop. Accordingly, while the Town can be described as being more than 80 percent built out from an acreage standpoint, it is 95 percent built out from a housing standpoint.

The Available Lands Survey also did not consider the development potential of surplus public lands and buildings. Red Hill School is an example of a site which has been deemed surplus by the School District, and alternative land uses may be of consideration to the agency in ownership.

1. Residential Character
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development has been comprised of single-family home construction within established neighborhoods, and smaller new residential subdivisions. San Anselmo has not experienced the post-World-War-II construction of large tracts of single-family detached homes. Although San Anselmo is still a predominantly single-family home community, there was a shift in the last decade to the construction of more multi-family structures. The increase in the number of multifamily units was a result of the construction of new multi-family structures on some vacant lots, the conversion of large single-family homes to multi-unit structures, and the demolition of older single-family homes to construct multi-family units. As of 1983 the ratio of single-family units to multi-family units townwide was 77% to 23%.

Additionally, San Anselmo has experienced a large increase in the number of second units which have been added to existing single-family homes in established single-family neighborhoods. The Town has adopted a second unit ordinance designed to regulate the number of second units in any given neighborhood in the community. However, there is no current accounting of the number of second units which have been constructed without benefit of the entitlements required by the Town's zoning code. Second units do comprise a significant use of residential land in the community and are addressed by policy in the General Plan.

2. Commercial and Industrial Character
San Anselmo does not have a strong commercial or industrial base which would classify the community as a major employment area in Marin County. Most of the jobs available in San Anselmo are in the retail and residential services sector of the economy. There is no detailed commercial land use study available in the Town, but the employment data available from the 1980 census and the Association of Bay Area Governments pretty much describes commercial land use in the community. The Town's commercial enterprises are normally classified as "residential support" commercial by planners. These types of uses include food and drug stores; restaurants; automobile service shops and stations; personal service stores including barber shops, beauty shops, and dry cleaners; and retail outlets which depend on local residents as their primary clientele.

The antique and other furniture stores are an example of local retail outlets which are more of a "base industry" drawing dollars from outside the community into the town and are not dependent on local residents as their primary clientele.

The total square footage associated with the "residential support commercial" activity is totally dependent on the population of the residential community to be served. In other words, the smaller the local population, the less land which needs to be set aside for local residential support commercial uses.

Base commercial industries are not dependent on the size of the local population for their success, but are more affected by competition outside the community, and the ability of similar use to conglomerate in the community in which they are located. The amount of traffic through an area and the functionality of the roadway network are prime factors in the location of base retail commercial activities.

Industrial and manufacturing uses are almost nonexistent in San Anselmo, and the community does not offer the types or size of land parcels which would attract these types of industry in the future.

The Town does offer some potential for small business and professional offices. These offices would be occupied by professionals serving the community or local professionals who desire office space close to home.
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C. Land Use Goals
The primary land use goal for San Anselmo is the conservation of the small-town character of the community and its close relationships with the natural beauty of its setting. The desire to retain and enhance these qualities was voiced over and over in the workshops and community meetings on the 1976 General Plan as well as at the meeting on the 1987-88 General Plan review.

The objectives and policies set forth in Section D were formulated to achieve the following goals:

1. The small-town character, scale, and pace of life in San Anselmo shall be preserved, as shall the Town's close connection with the natural beauty of its setting.

2. Maintain the economic viability of the Town's commercial core.

3. New developments shall be integrated harmoniously into San Anselmo's existing neighborhoods and commercial areas.

4. New developments in the Town's open hillside and ridge areas will be regulated to protect the natural beauty of these areas.

5. Accommodate the housing needs of a socially and economically diverse population.

The Land Use Map was developed on the following four principles:

1. Current land use in San Anselmo is to be the basis for determining the distribution of future land use in the community.

2. In situations where current zoning of a parcel or parcels of land is inconsistent with the existing land use of the greater surrounding area, and development has already occurred, said existing development will be grandfathered into the predominant land use planned for the area.

3. The current mixture of residential densities immediately west of the Town's downtown area is to be maintained.

4. All lands located above the 150-foot mean sea level elevation warrant special protection because of their high visibility potential, natural resource setting, and physical development constraints. Therefore, these lands are to be placed in a special conservation zone. (See pages 16 and 17.)
D. Issues, Objectives, and Policies
The following is a listing of major community conservation and development issues facing San Anselmo, and the Town's objectives and policies related to these issues. The issues have not been prioritized in this plan. However, the issues will be prioritized when the Town Council adopts its planning work program and budget during the upcoming and each subsequent fiscal year.
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ISSUE: Growth Management
Objective 1:

To manage future growth to ensure the orderly development of the community, the logical extension of urban services, preservation of the area's natural and cultural resources, and protection of the area's environmental setting.

Policies:

1.1 Future growth through the year 2032 will be limited to the Town's present adopted urban service limit line. (See Map 2.)

1.2 Future growth will be managed based on the ability to provide needed public services, the constraints associated with development of the site, the costs and revenues associated with new development, and the effects of growth on local traffic conditions.

1.3 Ensure that new growth does not create intolerable traffic conditions.

ISSUE: Preservation of Community Character and Image
Objective 2:

To preserve and enhance the unique natural and urban characteristics of the community while accommodating suitable new growth.

Policies:

2.1 All land use decisions within the Town and the planning area will take into consideration the protection and preservation of the area's surrounding hillsides, ridges, water courses, and any unique natural habitats.

2.2 New development will be required to preserve some of the natural and cultural characteristics of their respective development sites.

2.3 Undeveloped and agricultural lands outside the urban service area boundary should be protected from urban expansion.

ISSUE: Residential Densities
Objective 3:

To establish residential densities which are compatible with the environmental constraints of the area, and sensitive to adjacent land uses.

Policies:

3.1 Very low density (hillside and ridge) and single-family conservation residential development should be located in areas of (1) relatively high visibility, (2) environmental hazards, (3) sensitive environmental resources, or (4) areas which are established as high priority open space lands.

3.2 Single-family residential development is most appropriate within and adjacent to existing single-family areas, and in areas easily served with water and sewer lines. Such areas should also serve as transition zones between mixed density and very low-density areas.
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3.3 Mixed residential and affordable housing development is most appropriate where sites have few environmental constraints, and have adequate facilities, such as water, sewer, transit, and access to commercial services.

3.4 Mixed residential and affordable housing development is also appropriate along major traffic arterials and adjacent to commercial and office areas.

ISSUE: Maintain a Sound Commercial Base
Objective 4:

Maintain the existing size and intensity of commercial businesses in the Town.

Policies:

4.1 Commercial land uses in the Town shall be divided into four categories: central commercial, general commercial, limited commercial, and neighborhood commercial.

4.2 Retail commercial is best suited for the central area.

4.3 General commercial is best suited for both retail and service commercial.

4.4 Neighborhood commercial should be located on collector streets within a short distance of residential areas.

4.5 Limited commercial uses shall be located along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard west of the Hub. Low intensity uses are low traffic generators.

4.6 Before the Town will consider a proposal for commercial expansion or intensification, the Town first needs to resolve current parking problems in the commercial areas of the community. Any commercial proposals which would compound the parking problem will not be approved.

Objective 5:

To establish parking standards and a parking program for the central commercial area. (Also see Circulation Element Policies 9.1 and 12.1.)
Policies:

5.1 To revise the parking standards in the Town's Zoning Ordinance recognizing that most businesses in the central area cannot provide parking onsite.

5.2 To establish a parking district or other mechanism in the central commercial area to generate the monies needed to develop sufficient parking in the area to support the Central Commercial District.

ISSUE: The Preservation and Restoration of Local Historic Buildings, Features, and Sites
Objective 6:

To identify, protect, preserve, and restore buildings, features, and sites of local historic value in San Anselmo.

Policies:

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6.2 The Town will endeavor to protect from demolition or destruction or major alteration any building, feature, or site of local historic value.

6.3 To encourage the marking of historic buildings, features, and sites to publicize their significance.

ISSUE: Preservation of Open Space within the San Anselmo Planning Area
Objective 7:

To protect and preserve those areas of unique natural and visual resources within the planning area (see Map 3). (Also see Open Space Element Policies 2.1-2.8.) Policies:

7.1 To limit or prohibit development in hazardous areas or areas of high resource value.

7.2 To prohibit or severely limit development along the Town's major and minor ridges and hilltops.

7.3 To preserve as open space land of aesthetic or recreational value.

7.4 Encourage open space corridors along easements and streams and provide public access where appropriate for bicycling, walking, and equestrians. (See Objective 4 of Open Space Element.)

7.5 Regulate construction on visible slopes to preserve the visual value of the hillside.

7.6 Continue to preserve open space and provide for the conservation of resources through innovative implementation including zoning, development controls (including grading, public and private acquisition, and incentives for private improvements which enhance the environment).

ISSUE: Annexation of Developed and Undeveloped Lands
Objective 8:

To limit future annexations to lands within the urban service area.

Policies:

8.1 To determine which properties within the Town's Urban Service Area should be prezoned.

8.2 To prezone lands in conformance with all the policies of the San Anselmo General Plan.

8.3 To review and comment on all development proposals within the Town's adopted Urban Service Area Boundary.

8.4 Developments proposed on properties contiguous to the Town Limits and prezoned by the Town shall be annexed into the Town prior to any decisions on the development proposal.

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ISSUE: Protection of Hillside and Ridge Properties
Objective 9:

To regulate future development on hillside and ridge parcels so as to protect, maintain, and enhance the natural characteristics of the land which contribute to the open space qualities of the parcel. (Also see Open Space Element Policies 2.1-2.8.) Policies:

9.1 The density on ridge and hillside properties shall be no greater than the number of dwelling units specified in the "Table of Hillside and Ridge Density Parcels" (Ordinance No. 890).

9.2 No development including structures, roads, and public facilities shall be allowed on visible ridges and hillsides unless it has been demonstrated that development outside of these areas is not feasible for geologic, soils, or hydrologic reasons, or development would impact a unique natural habitat.

9.3 Should there be no other option but to allow development on a visible hillside or ridge, the Town may limit the size of development (i.e., square footage allowed within any structure), if such a limitation would reduce the visual impact of a development.

9.4 Development on hillside and ridge parcels shall be located so as to be screened by existing woodlands or by portions of the site where existing topography provides screening. Development within existing woodland may be allowed if tree removal is minimal.

9.5 New roads or extensions of existing roads which provide access to hillside and ridge parcels shall be limited in paved width to the minimum necessary to provide for adequate public safety.

9.6 New or existing roads serving hillside and ridge parcels shall remain rural in character and appearance.

9.7 Development on hillside and ridge parcels shall be so designed as to minimize grading and disruption of natural contours.

9.8 Lands above the 150-foot mean sea level elevation warrant special design review considerations; accordingly, the Town will review the building location, building design, and access of development in these areas.

Objective 10:

To regulate the design of residential units, roads, and public facilities in hillside and ridge areas in order to protect and maintain the existing visual image and character of these lands. (Also see Circulation Element Policies 10.1-10.6.)
Policies:

10.1 The Town will not allow the attached cluster form of condominium development on lands designated as Very Low-Density Single Family-Conservation in the General Plan.

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providing the overall subdivision density does not exceed the maximum gross density allowed by the designated land use.

10.3 Residential units shall be designed and located so as to minimize their visual mass. The Town will require exterior materials and colors which soften the appearance of the building and allow it to blend with the natural landscape.

10.4 The only materials to be used for road construction shall be those which soften the visual appearance and impact of the road. All road materials shall be approved by the Town Engineer.

10.5 Street lighting on hillside and ridge parcels shall be kept to the minimum necessary for safety. Light standards which minimize the dispersal of light shall be used in these areas.

ISSUE: Preservation of Neighborhood Character, Image, and Quality of Life
Objective 11:

To preserve, maintain, and enhance the existing character, scale, and quality of life in San Anselmo's residential neighborhoods.

Policies:

11.1 New development, including rehabilitation and expansion projects, shall be of a scale, intensity, and design that integrates with the existing character of the surrounding neighborhood.

11.2 Medium- and large-scale development projects in both single-family and mixed residential areas shall provide for a variation in building heights and exterior wall and roof articulation to avoid monotonous structures with a large, blank visual bulk and mass.

11.3 New developments of five or more units which overcrowd the local residential street network, and cannot make the necessary roadway improvements to mitigate the impact, will be required to be phased over a period of time or possibly be reduced in density. All roadway improvements will be paid for by the development creating the need for the improvements.

11.4 Cannabis Business Uses. The Town shall not allow any cannabis business uses within the Town limits except medicinal cannabis delivery from businesses located outside of the Town limits. Recreational cannabis delivery from businesses located outside of the Town limits may be allowed if required by state law.

ISSUE: Future Development and Public Utilities and Services Objective 12:

To maintain the current level of public services to the citizens of the Town and to continue to support improvements to public utilities as needed.

Policies:

12.1 To work with the special districts that provide water, sewer, and fire protection services in order to maintain and improve upon the present level of service. 207
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12.2 To require all new development within the Town to be served by the public fire protection system and, where feasible, the public water and sewer system.

ISSUE: Maintenance of Adequate Water Service and Fire Flows in Hillside and Ridge Areas
Objective 13:

To ensure that existing and future development in hillside and ridge areas has a continuous supply of domestic water, adequate water to protect structures from domestic and wildfires.

Policies:

13.1 To encourage the Fire District to require sprinkler systems in new residential buildings which the Water District cannot supply with the ISO recommended fire flow.

13.2 New homes shall hook into MMWD's system where feasible.

If a water moratorium exists or public water cannot be provided, owners may construct potable water wells for new homes in accordance with the San Anselmo Municipal Code but shall connect to MMWD for their sole potable water supply as soon as water supplied by MMWD is available.

Objective 14:

To require homes and other improvements constructed in hillside and ridge or other high fire hazard areas to be designed to reduce the potential for a disastrous fire.

Policies:

14.1 To prohibit on street parking on public and private roadways which, due to their width or circuitous routing, create problems for fire equipment access.

14.2 To prohibit the use of combustible roofing materials in residential areas that have a high wildfire potential (e.g., hillside and ridge areas).

14.3 To require brush clearance around structures which encroach on wild vegetative groundcover.

ISSUE: Sewage Treatment in Hillside and Ridge Areas
Objective 15:

To ensure that onsite sewage treatment systems do not create a potential health problem or contribute to a potential unstable slope condition.

Policies:

15.1 The Town will require all new development, where feasible, to be served by the Public Sanitation District.

15.2 Where it is not feasible to hook into the Sanitation District collection system, the builder must supply a copy of a sanitation engineer's report to the Town stating that disposal is feasible on the site from a health standpoint. Further, a professional geotechnical report by a professional engineer shall be supplied to the Town stating that the proposed wastewater disposal field will not result in contribute to any landslide or other adverse geologic condition.
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ISSUE: Reduction of Potential Flooding Hazards
Objective 16:

To protect the community from danger to life and property caused by flooding.

Policies:

16.1 All new developments in the Town should be designed to minimize vegetation removal, soils compaction, and site coverage.

16.2 To only allow development within the 100-year floodplain which is consistent with the Town's adopted Protection of Flood Hazard Areas and Water Course Ordinance.

16.3 To inform the citizens of the community of existing and potential flooding problems on an ongoing basis.

16.4 To repair and improve the Town's storm drainage system to handle existing and projected runoff.

16.5 To prepare evacuation plans for flood-prone areas and distribute information to affected residents, businesses, and property owners.

ISSUE: Development in the Flood Zone
Objective 17:

To ensure that facilities needed to function in a natural disaster are not located in the floodplain or, if there is no other choice, that they are designed to function adequately under emergency conditions.

Policies:

17.1 Facilities designated as "critical" in the emergency preparedness plan should not be located in the 100-year floodplain, or if no other choice shall be designed to function adequately under emergency conditions.

ISSUE: Reuse of Surplus School District Lands
Objective 18:

To keep surplus School District lands in public ownership, while allowing some interim use of the property to allow the School District some financial return on its land holdings.

Policies:

18.1 The Town shall meet with the School Districts to determine the appropriate future use of surplus school sites whenever Districts contemplate reuse of these lands.

18.2 To encourage the School District to retain public ownership of surplus school sites because of the recreation and other physical assets that they provide for the greater community.

18.3 Ensure that reuse of public-school sites is compatible with adjacent land uses and intensity of development in the immediate area.

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compatible with the existing use of land around the surplus school site, and the community as a whole.

18.5 To encourage the involvement of all San Anselmo citizens on the issue of reuse or new use of surplus school sites.

Objective 19:

To stipulate the future use of all school sites in the Town of San Anselmo in the event that said sites cease to be used, in whole or in part, as public schools.

Policies:

19.1 It shall be the policy of the Town of San Anselmo to zone the following listed school sites for the future use designated in the table below:

School Future Use
Sir Francis Drake High
School
Single-Family Residential/Street Frontage
Medium Density
Brookside School Single-Family Residential
Wade Thomas School Single-Family Residential
Red Hill School Single-Family Residential/ Above Elevation 150—Very Low Density
Hidden Valley School Single-Family Residential
ISSUE: Reuse of Private School and Church Sites
Objective 20:

To develop special zoning districts and design guidelines to regulate the reuse of private school and church sites identified on the General Plan Land Use Map.

Policies:

20.1 To ensure that reuse of existing private school and church sites is compatible with adjacent land uses and intensity of development in the immediate area.

20.2 To protect the unique natural and architectural features which make these sites a visual resource within the Town of San Anselmo.

20.3 To consider land use options for these properties which would preserve their unique visual or community resources. In the interim the following future uses will be allowed:

Schools Future Interim Use
Seminary Lands Single-Family Residential/Reuse of Historic Building High-Density Residential
Saint Anselms School Single-Family Residential
Sunny Hills Below 150 Mean Sea Level Multi-Family
Residential/ Above Elevation 150 Mean Sea
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Level--Very Low Density Single-Family
Residential
E. Land Use Categories
Listed below are the basic land uses provided for in the General Plan. Each land use category includes a description of the type, density, and intensity of land use expected therein. The category descriptions also contain some of the criteria used in assigning their relative location within the planning area, and the objectives which each category is expected to achieve. The Planned Land Use Map shows the planned distribution of general land uses within the planning area.

Each residential land use category includes a population density range expressed in dwelling units per gross acre. The actual number of dwelling units permitted for any given residential parcel will be dependent on the environmental constraints of the site, and traffic safety characteristics of the roadways which provide access to the site, community design issues, and the housing objectives to be achieved.

The term 'gross acre' as used in the General Plan refers to all the land within the property lines of a given parcel or all the land within the boundary line of a given development proposed. The only land to be excluded in the calculation of gross acreage is any land within an established public right-of-way or adopted plan line.

The ultimate structural form and physical character of San Anselmo will be determined by the density and intensity of development allowed on existing undeveloped lands within the Town limits. The Town has decided that its visual image and character will be that of a small-town detached single-family residential community which provides for a more dense and intense form of development on lands adjacent to its central commercial core. The flatter lands of the valley floor, and lower hill slopes, will be predominantly detached single-family neighborhoods. The density, and the intensity of residential development, will decrease rapidly to a very low level on the upper slopes and ridges of the hills and mountains which bound the community.

1. Residential
The categories of residential land use provided for in the San Anselmo General Plan are formulated so as to protect the visual character and quality of life in most of the Town's existing residential neighborhoods. However, the general plan does provide for some transition in residential character and form in and around the Town's central commercial area. Vacant lands within other established residential neighborhoods will be regulated so as to maintain and continue the existing character of development in the immediate area.

The density and intensity of residential development on existing vacant parcels of land on the upper slopes and ridges of hills in the planning area will be severely limited so as to protect the open space character and visual image of these areas. The following sets forth the permitted land uses, building types, and concentration of use in each residential category contained in the General Plan.
a. Very Low Density—Hillside and Ridge (1 Unit/Gross Acre or Less) The very low-density residential category is applied to those lands which constitute the Town's hillside and ridge areas. This land use category is intended to provide a density and intensity of residential development which will maintain the natural features of the land and associated landscape and protect the visible ridges in the community from development. 211
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The lands designated on the Land Use Map as very low density are to be improved with singlefamily detached homes on various lot sizes. Many of the parcels within this category are large, and it is therefore possible to cluster detached dwelling units on individual lots to avoid environmental constraints and to further open space objectives. The number of units to be allowed on each parcel of land within this category will be based on the environmental constraints (e.g., slope, unstable soils, stream courses, etc.) and open space objectives associated therewith. The Town of San Anselmo has reviewed the development potential of each parcel in the hillside and ridge area. From this review emerged the maximum number of dwelling units to be allowed on each parcel. The maximum number of dwelling units to be allowed is designated in the official "Table of Hillside and Ridge Density Parcels" adopted by the Town Council. The Town Council may review and amend this table from time to time if such amendment would further the objectives of the General Plan.

The population density in the hillside and ridge areas associated with this land use category will not exceed a maximum of four (4) persons per gross acre. The only land use to be allowed within this category include single-family detached dwellings, roadways, driveways, public uses similar to public parks, and public playgrounds, trail access easements, utility installations, state licensed small alcoholism and/or drug treatment facilities, small family day care homes, small pediatric day health and respite care facilities, small residential care facilities including those serving the elderly and persons with chronic life-threatening illness, and any other residential facility mandated by state or federal law, foster homes, and home occupations which are incidental and accessory to the allowed residential use. Other uses which are permitted by use permit include: large family day care homes and a limited number of second units. b. Single-Family Residential-Conservation (1 Unit/Gross acre or Less) The Single-Family Residential-Conservation designation is assigned to those residential properties that are one acre or more and are located at or above the 150-foot mean sea level elevation in the Town of San Anselmo, but outside of the land designated as Very Low Density (Hillside and Ridge). Much of the land above the 150-foot mean sea level elevation is visible from the Town's major roadways and established residential neighborhoods, and as such forms the major visual backdrop to the Town. In order to preserve the unique visual qualities of these lands, development is to be limited to a density of one unit per acre or less.

In order to maintain the visual quality of the lands above the 150-foot mean sea level elevation, the Town intends to review the building location, access, and exterior design of structures proposed for vacant lots in this area. The Town may also consider the effects of new development in this area on the public health and safety issues related to site improvements.

Design review may also apply to existing developed properties within the conservation area, if said review is necessary to protect the visual character of the hillside and the size of the proposed addition is large enough to warrant said review.

The population density in the single family residential-conservation area will not exceed 18 persons per gross acre. The only land uses to be allowed within this category include singlefamily detached dwellings, roadways, driveways, public uses similar to public parks, public playgrounds, trail access easements, utility installations, state licensed small alcoholism and/or drug treatment facilities, small family day care homes, small pediatric day health and respite care facilities, small residential care facilities, including those serving the elderly and persons with chronic life-threatening illness, and any other residential facility mandated by state or federal law, foster homes, and home occupations which are incidental and accessory to the 212
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allowed residential use. Other uses which are permitted by use permit include: large family day care homes and a limited number of second units.
c. Single-Family Residential (1-6 Units/Gross Acre)
The Single-Family Residential category is assigned to those residential areas with established neighborhoods which are characterized predominately by single-family detached homes on a typical suburban residential lot. The majority of the parcels (lots) in this category would have a lot size of 7,500 square feet or less. However, some lots larger than 7,500 square feet may be found in this area due to environmental conditions or topography. Much of the land above the 150-foot mean sea level elevation is visible from the Town's major roadways and established residential neighborhoods, and as such forms the major visual backdrop to the Town. In order to maintain the visual quality of the lands above the 150-foot mean sea level elevation, the Town intends to review the building location, access, and exterior design of structures proposed for vacant lots in this area. The Town may also consider the effect of new development in this area on the public health and safety issues related to site improvements.

Design review may also apply to existing developed properties at or above the 150-foot mean sea level elevation, if said review is necessary to protect the visual character of the hillside and the size of the proposed addition is large enough to warrant said review.

The majority of the land within this residential category has already been subdivided and improved with single-family homes. However, there are existing vacant parcels of land dispersed throughout these low-density residential areas and redevelopment of existing singlefamily homes is anticipated. Future subdivision of vacant land within this category shall conform to the existing pattern of lot sizes within the neighborhood in which the land is located. New lots created through the subdivision of land shall be the same size as, or in some situations larger than, the existing lots in the immediate neighborhood.

The population density in the single-family residential category shall not exceed a maximum of eighteen (18) persons per gross acre. Land uses to be permitted include single-family detached dwellings, duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes, townhomes, public uses similar to public parks, public schools, public playgrounds, trail access easements, utility installations, state licensed small alcoholism and/or drug treatment facilities, small family day care homes, small pediatric day health and respite care facilities, small residential care facilities, including those serving the elderly and persons with chronic life-threatening illness, and any other residential facility mandated by state or federal law, foster homes, and home occupations which are incidental and accessory to the allowed residential use. Other uses which are permitted by use permit, include:
churches, large family day care homes and a limited number of second units. d. Medium Density Residential (6-12 Units/Gross Acre)
The Medium Density Residential category is assigned to residential lots adjacent to Sir Francis Drake Boulevard and residential lots which abut or face commercial land uses. These properties will be developed duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes, townhomes, and standalone multifamily buildings.

The population density in the Medium Density Residential category shall not exceed a maximum of twenty-eight (28) persons per gross acre. The only land uses to be allowed within this category include duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes, townhomes, standalone multifamily buildings, public uses which are similar to public parks, public schools, and public playgrounds, state licensed small alcoholism and/or drug treatment facilities, small family day care homes, small pediatric day health and respite care facilities, small residential care facilities, including those serving the elderly and persons with chronic life-threatening illness, and any other residential 213
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facility mandated by state or federal law, foster homes, and home occupations which are incidental and accessory to the allowed residential use are permitted. Other uses permitted by use permit include: churches and large family day care homes.

Higher densities may be considered within these areas if such developments implement to a significant degree the social housing objectives of the General Plan. The Affordable Housing Overlay section describes how this can be done.
e. High Density Residential (13-30 Units/Gross Acre)
The High-Density Residential category is primarily assigned to residential lands near commercial areas outside the Town's Central Commercial core. The predominant form of residential development is expected to be multifamily apartment and condominium dwelling units in standalone buildings and/or in multi-building complexes. Multi-family housing is to be located within walking distance of commercial and employment areas in order to reduce the need for, and dependence on, the automobile for daily shopping trips.

The population density in the High Density Residential category is not to exceed a maximum of forty-two (42) persons per gross acre. Land uses to be permitted in this area include: singlefamily detached homes, duplexes, triplexes, apartments, condominiums, public uses which are similar to public parks, public playgrounds, and public schools, public parks, trail access easements, utility installations, state licensed small alcoholism and/or drug treatment facilities, small family day care homes, small pediatric day health and respite care facilities, small residential care facilities, including those serving the elderly and persons with chronic lifethreatening illness, and any other residential facility mandated by state or federal law, foster homes, and home occupations which are incidental and accessory to the allowed residential use. Other uses permitted by use permit, include churches, convalescent homes, bed and breakfast, and large family day care homes.

Higher residential densities may be considered within these areas through the application of the Affordable Housing Overlay District.
f. Downtown Mixed Residential (6-30 Units/Gross Acre)
The Downtown Mixed Residential category is assigned to the residential lands west of the Town's Central Commercial area. These properties are planned to be improved with a mixture of single-family, duplex, triplex, quadplex, townhome, and multi-family apartments and condominiums. The intent is to have a mixture of residential densities on every street and block in the area so designated. Furthermore, there will be objective ministerial design review of all housing development and redevelopment to ensure visual compatibility with existing development in the area.

The population density in the Downtown Mixed Residential category shall not exceed a maximum of forty-two (42) persons per gross acre. Land uses to be permitted in this area include: single-family-detached homes, duplexes, triplexes, quadplexes, townhomes, apartments, and condominiums, public parks, public schools, and public playgrounds, utility installations, state licensed small alcoholism and/or drug treatment facilities, small family day care homes, small pediatric day health and respite care facilities, small residential care facilities, including those serving the elderly and persons with chronic life-threatening illness, and any other residential facility mandated by state or federal law, foster homes, and home occupations which are incidental and accessory to the allowed residential use. Other uses permitted by use permit include churches, rooming houses, convalescent homes, bed and breakfast, professional offices, and large family day care homes, and a limited number of second residential units. 214
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Higher residential densities may be considered within these areas through the application of the Affordable Housing Overlay District.
g. Affordable Housing Overlay (13-40 Units/Gross Acre)
The Town has found over the years that zoning land to allow for higher densities of development has not resulted in rental or sales prices that meet the needs of the community's low- and moderate-income households. The only result has been a change in the physical appearance and character of the community, and increased traffic.

The Town recognizes the needs of low and moderate income families and will provide within the Land Use Element an incentive to provide housing for these income groups. The Town will consider higher density for both rental and for-sale projects which provide at least forty (40) percent of the total dwelling units within the development for low-income families. Rental and for-sale unit projects which meet the objective will be considered in specified areas within the town. These areas will allow reduced floor area ratios and parking requirements to incentivize development of affordable housing. The areas which will be considered for higher densities will be designed in the future by the Town Council.

2. Commercial
San Anselmo does not have the type of a strong commercial or industrial base which would classify the community as a major employment area in Marin County. Most of the jobs available in San Anselmo are in the retail and residential services sector of the economy.

A report prepared by the Association of Bay Area Governments entitled "ABAG Projections— 87" projected a decreasing population in San Anselmo, combined with a relatively small increase in the number of jobs available in the community, and the number of households in the community. Slight job increases are projected in the retail and service sector over the next 20 years.

The jobs projections for San Anselmo do not indicate a need to plan for a large amount of commercial expansion in the community. Growth in jobs, though small, will be in service and office type uses, with some limited retail expansion.

The San Anselmo Chamber of Commerce supports policies which will encourage the expansion and attraction of nonresident-supported business enterprises. It appears that the primary businesses which can be encouraged to expand to implement this objective are restaurants, antique and other furniture stores, and specialty retail item stores. These enterprises would have to operate in conjunction with one another to first attract visitors to the area and to encourage visitors to have an extended stay (two or more hours) of browsing, shopping, and eating.

The Town appears to have adequate existing and planned commercial floor space to achieve this objective. Furthermore, the historic commercial core and commercial development along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard and Red Hill Boulevard are within reasonable walking distance from one another. A factor which hinders the expansion of nonresident-supported business enterprises is the size of streets, and high volume of automobile traffic thereon, which tends to serve as a strong barrier to easy pedestrian circulation. Steps the Town could take to improve upon the environment for nonresident dependent business include improving pedestrian circulation and traffic movement, and to provide adequate and easily accessible parking for longer shopping trips into the community.

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Chamber of Commerce has requested that the Town consider adopting policies which will address the need for more convenient parking.

The commercial area along San Anselmo Avenue is planned to remain the retail core of the community. Uses are expected to be a mixture of visitor and local serving commercial business.

The Central Commercial area should incorporate open space, a strong pedestrian element, and convenient parking to maintain its image as the hub of the community. The Town may consider special parking provisions for the area in order to reduce the time and trouble new businesses have with leasing commercial space in the area. The incorporation of a residential element into the variety and fabric of the commercial core could improve its function and vitality.

The older commercial structures located along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard west of the Hub present a potential traffic circulation and congestion problem. Most of these structures were constructed without off street parking. Furthermore, the heavy vehicular traffic volume along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard, combined with the inability to structurally expand the boulevard means that left turns onto business property in this area creates an unacceptable problem for vehicular circulation within the Town. As a result, commercial uses which generate significant amounts of traffic, if located in these structures, will cause further traffic congestion in an existing congested area. The Town intends to consider regulating businesses in this area to prohibit enterprises which are high traffic generators (e.g., fast food outlets and quick stop and shop stores).

The Town wants to maintain the small-town scale and character of its commercial areas. This will be attained by creative conservation of older buildings and close attention to new buildings to ensure that they are at a scale which is compatible with the existing character of the area.

Trademark designed buildings associated with many retail, food, and beverage service businesses will not be allowed in the Town's commercial areas. Development is to be consistent with Objective 6 and Policies 6.2-6.3 of the Land Use Element.

Limited commercial enterprises will be allowed at some points along major arterials and collector streets, provided these businesses primarily serve the residential areas in which they are located. The Plan recognizes the existing limited number of small neighborhood commercial and administrative professional offices along Center and Sir Francis Drake Boulevard.

The categories of commercial land use provided for in the General Plan recognize the diverse functions and roles each of the commercial areas will play in the community. The following describes the permitted land uses, building types, and concentration of use in each commercial category found in the Plan.
a. Central Commercial (13-20 Units/Gross Acre)
The Central Commercial area can be found along portions of San Anselmo Avenue and Sir Francis Drake Boulevard between the Hub and Tunstead Avenue. This commercial area is expected to be the retail core of the community. Commercial enterprises in this area are expected to provide a continuity of commercial frontage and attractive area for pedestrian movement. Parking is not anticipated onsite but would be provided in public or common parking lots within walking distance of all downtown businesses.

Two types of businesses are expected in this area. The first type are primary attractors. These are businesses that draw customers from outside of the community. Such commercial activities include restaurants, specialty stores (antiques), fashion stores, variety stores, and apparel stores. The second type of uses are satellite businesses which rely on pedestrian movement generated by the primary attractors. These include such uses as small specialty shops, small 216
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food service outlets (ice cream and coffee), personal services (barber and beauty shops), and small boutiques. Offices would also be allowed, but to promote commercial activity in the area are encouraged to be located above the ground floor.

Residential use in the form of multi-family housing will be allowed in the central commercial area. Residential uses can be provided for in a single structure or may be mixed with commercial activity in a single structure; the ground floor of every building should be utilized for commercial or commercial-related uses. However, the Town will consider the entire use concept for a building before determining the appropriate use of the ground floor. Commercial activity in the central area is expected to be quite concentrated to encourage pedestrian movement.

Although commercial development will be concentrated, the intensity of commercial development on individual lots or development sites could have floor area ratio (FAR) up to 2.0.

The term "floor area ratio" as used in the General Plan is the total floor area of a building relative to the total area of the lot or development site. A 5,000 square foot lot with a floor area ratio of 1.5 could have 7,500 square feet of floor space in a building. Furthermore, the height of buildings in the central commercial area is to be compatible with surrounding buildings. but shall not exceed 30 feet in height.
b. General Commercial (13-30 Units/Gross Acre)
The General Commercial land use designation is expected to provide for a wide range of commercial activities. These types of activities include supermarkets, food stores, retail activities, automobile service and repair, laundries, offices, restaurants, nurseries, and commercial services. Businesses in these areas would not rely on foot traffic for their customers but would be expected to draw from and accommodate automobile traffic. The majority of the businesses in these areas should be required to provide onsite parking for their customers.

However, in some situations, common parking facilities or special parking on street programs may be authorized.

Residential use will be allowed in the general commercial areas. Residential uses can be provided for in a single structure or may be mixed with commercial activity in a single structure; the ground floor of every building should be utilized for commercial or commercial-related uses.

However, the Town will consider the entire use concept for a building before determining the appropriate use of the ground floor.

The concentration of commercial development in the General Commercial area will not be as great as it is in the commercial core. Commercial buildings in these areas may be more spread out and separated by off street parking spaces. The height of buildings in this category is to be compatible with surrounding buildings. but shall not exceed 35 feet in height. The only exception would be existing buildings which are greater than 35 feet in height. c. Limited Commercial (13-30 Units/Gross Acre)
The areas designated as Limited Commercial on the General Plan Land Use Map will be regulated as to the intensity of commercial development allowed thereon. It is intended that commercial development allowed for on these properties will be low traffic generators or generate an equal or lesser number of trips during the a.m. and p.m. peak hours than the existing uses as of July 22, 1997, (the determination for vacant buildings will be the most recent use between February 26, 1991, and July 22, 1997, on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard). Examples of uses which are expected to be low traffic generators include specialized enterprises such as furniture and antique stores, specialty boutiques, bookstores, art galleries, and personal services such as barber shops and beauty shops. The types of commercial activity which will not be allowed in the Limited Commercial area include fast-food restaurants, convenience food 217
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stores (when not in combination with a gasoline station), and medical office types of uses and services.

The determination as to whether or not a commercial use would be allowed within this Limited Commercial area will be based upon the total number of traffic trips typically generated by that business. Commercial uses which will disrupt the flow of traffic on Sir Francis Drake Boulevard or uses which would have a detrimental effect on the residential neighborhoods adjacent to Sir Francis Drake Boulevard will not be allowed. The intent of this Limited Commercial area is to ensure that the businesses which operate within this area will not be disruptive to the flow of traffic on the boulevard or the nearby residential neighborhood.

Residential use will be allowed in the limited commercial area. Residential uses can be provided for in a single structure; the ground floor of most buildings should be utilized for commercial or commercial-related uses. However, the Town will consider the entire use concept for a building before determining the appropriate use of the ground floor.

The concentration of commercial development in this area is expected to be lower than in the Central and General Commercial districts. Building heights are to be compatible with buildings in the surrounding area. but shall not exceed 35 feet in height. d. Neighborhood Commercial/Mixed Residential (13-20 Units/Gross Acre) The Neighborhood Commercial/Mixed Residential designation is intended to allow very limited commercial uses on certain properties within predominantly residential areas of San Anselmo.

The land use designation will allow properties so classified to either be improved with residential units (predominantly single family) or limited commercial uses which are compatible with the residential area. Commercial uses which are compatible with residential areas would not result in traffic impacts any greater than if the property were improved residentially. Compatibility implies that limited commercial uses would also not result in noise, light, glare, or aesthetic impacts that would conflict with a residential environment.

Neighborhood Commercial areas provide convenience goods and services to local residents without disrupting the residential character of the area. They are necessarily small in size, and oftentimes may consist of a single mom-and-pop store. Other typical uses include barber shops, beauty shops, cleaners, shoe repair, hardware stores, and small pharmacies. Small professional offices may also be allowed in this category.

Neighborhood Commercial uses are considered desirable when located at intersections and developed in areas where residents can walk rather than drive to do business. Additional neighborhood centers may be needed beyond those shown on the map, depending upon the desires of residential communities within the town.

The concentration of commercial development within the area will be quite limited. Most often, commercial development will be limited to one or two parcels, but in some situations, there may be more parcels devoted to this use. Floor area ratios could be up to 1.0, except that the maximum floor area ratio for housing development projects (as defined in California Government Code Section 65589.5(h)(2)) with eight to ten units is 1.25; and the height of the commercial structures must be compatible with those of the residences in the area., but shall not exceed 30 feet in height.
e. Professional (13-30 Units/Gross Acre)
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particular emphasis shall be given to avoid problems of traffic, noise production, and other detriments to a residential neighborhood.

3. Parks and Open space
This land use category is intended to designate existing and planned parks, recreation facilities, and natural open space areas. The open space areas identified as contributing to the Town's natural setting and community image fall into this category and are designated as Open Space on the Planned Land Use Map or shown on the open space map. The open space land use issues are dealt with in more detail in the Open Space Element of the General Plan. Areas designated as parks on the Planned Land Use Map are not intended to be developed with anything other than small structures which accommodate the citizens of the community as it relates to recreation. Commercial structures will not be allowed in the parks. The parks will only be improved with facilities for which the park was intended (e.g., tennis courts, baseball diamonds, and open playfields).

It is the objective of the General Plan to have all areas identified as "open space” on the Planned Land Use Map or Open Space Map to remain in their natural state without any development at all. However, should the Town be unable to acquire, or set aside the parcels identified on the Open Space Map as permanent open space parcels, a very limited form of residential development would be allowed. Development is to conform to Objective 3, Policy 3.1 of the Open Space Element. Residential development within the current Town limits would be no greater than one unit per acre, and in many instances may be even less dense for those properties listed on the Table of Hillside and Ridge Density Parcels. Building coverage on these properties would be no greater than 15 percent per gross acre.

Policies
LU-E.3-1: Memorial Park may not be utilized as a flood detention basin, nor may any nonrecreational uses be permitted that adversely affect or reduce the recreational amenities at the Park.

LU -E.3-2: No public land parcel occupied by Memorial Park may be sold or transferred by the Town without approval by the citizens of San Anselmo as part of a general election.

4. Public Facilities
This category is a catch-all for all public land uses not included in the afore-described categories. Examples include the Town Hall, Police Department, Fire Service buildings, the Public Library, parks, public parking lots, public schools, and water tank sites. Residential uses may be permitted within the PF District.

The intensity of development allowed on the public facilities parcels will be determined by the function or purpose these facilities were designed to serve. As an example, the Town Hall would have a greater intensity of use than a water tank located on a nearby hillside in the town.

5. Community Facilities
This category is applied to certain Town-owned properties and allows for private use of said properties when appropriate. Examples include the Isabel Cook Community Center and Robson Harrington House.

The hierarchy of use for Community Facilities parcels shall be in the following order, assuming substantially comparable lease terms.

1. Public use by the Town.
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2. Rental to non-profit community organizations.

3. Rental to other private entities.

F. Implementation
The California Government Code Section 65860 requires that a "county or city zoning ordinance shall be consistent with the general plan of the county or city by January 1, 1974. A zoning ordinance shall be consistent with a city or county general plan only if: (1) the city or county has officially adopted such a plan, and (2) the various land uses authorized by the ordinance are compatible with the objectives, policies, general land uses, and programs specified in such a plan." In a related action, the legislature amended the state Subdivision Map Act, requiring that tentative and final maps not be approved unless the design and improvement were found to be consistent with applicable specific and general plans (Govt. Code Sec. 66473.5).

Uses must be consistent with all elements of the general plan and not just the land use element and map. (The law is unclear about whether the uses must be consistent with only the seven required elements.) For there to be a finding of consistency the plan must be complete. In addition, the plan must be "an integrated, internally consistent and compatible statement of policies for the adopting agency" (Govt. Code Sec. 65300.5).

Consistency is measured by three parameters: use, boundaries, and time.

1. The zoning ordinance should be considered consistent with the general plan when the allowable uses and standards contained in the text of the zoning ordinance tend to further the policies in the general plan and do not inhibit or obstruct the attainment of these articulated policies.

2. The boundaries of land use areas on the land use map are intended to be ambiguous in order for the Planning Commission and Town Council to adjust land use regulations to factors that are too localized to be reflected on the general plan. Thus, boundaries are intended to be flexible and land uses not shown on the map may be consistent if they are small in area and if they are consistent with the written goals and policies of the plan.

3. As discussed, a use must not preclude ultimate achievement of the goals and policies at the planned time. A use may not be permitted prematurely in an area reserved for future development even if it is consistent with the land use map. It must also be consistent with the objectives and policies as well.

Code Revisions

1. Zoning Ordinance and Map
The top priority for implementation would be the revision of San Anselmo's Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map to be consistent with the revised general plan. Ordinance amendments would include rewriting the residential and commercial sections of the code to incorporate the density and intensity provisions of the revised general plan. Updating the parking requirements of the code and providing an Affordable Housing Overlay section in the Code. Special provisions could be written into the code to provide that existing uses with a density or intensity of use greater than the revised plan could continue as legal permitted uses.

2. Subdivision Ordinance
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fees to cover the costs to the community that are directly attributable to the development.

Future Planning

1. Affordable Housing Overlay Areas Map
The Town will conduct a more detailed study of existing land uses and parcel sizes in the designated High Density Residential, General Commercial, and other areas to determine which sites are most appropriate as affordable housing areas. The objective of the study is to map parcels which are considered appropriate Affordable Housing Overlay sites.

2. Central Commercial Circulation and Parking Study
The Town will conduct a study of the traffic circulation and parking activity in the Central Commercial area. The purpose of the study is to develop a program to improve traffic circulation, parking opportunities, and evolve a method to finance any needed improvements.

Businesses in the area will be invited to participate in the study.

3. Design Review in the Single-Family Residential-Conservation Category Prior to enacting an ordinance to implement the objectives of the Single-family ResidentialConservation area the Town will conduct studies and hold workshops to determine when and where the discretionary power of design review will be used for new development on vacant lots, and when design review will be required for proposed expansion or reconstruction of existing buildings in the area. The staffing requirements to implement these objectives will also be studied. The purpose of the study is to determine the degree of flexibility which will be incorporated into the ordinance.

4. Historic Preservation Ordinance
The Town will prepare a historic preservation ordinance which will not only protect the visual and design character of existing historic buildings in the community but will establish a procedure and guidelines for new building construction in areas of the community which contain examples of San Anselmo's architectural heritage.

5. Park Land Zoning Ordinance
The Town shall prepare a park lands zoning ordinance, which shall apply to all park lands so designated on the General Plan land use map. The ordinance will implement and be consistent with the General Plan land use criteria for Parks set forth in Section E.3 of the Land Use Element.
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SAN ANSELMO PLANNING COMMISSION
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-09

RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO

RECOMMENDING TOWN COUNCIL ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO THE LAND USE ELEMENT

OF THE GENERAL PLAN OF THE TOWN OF SAN ANSELMO TO REMOVE DEVELOPMENT

STANDARDS RELATED TO BUILDING HEIGHT AND MAKING THE ASSOCIATED CEQA EXEMPTION

FINDINGS
WHEREAS, the Town of San Anselmo General Plan sets out the overall vision for development, including the types of land uses, their locations, and the general pattern of future development; and
WHEREAS, the Town of San Anselmo Municipal Code Title 10, Chapter 3, Zoning Ordinance translates the General Plan's broad goals into specific, enforceable regulations. These regulations include minimum lot coverage, maximum building heights, setback requirements, and allowable uses for each zone; and
WHEREAS, locating development standards, including maximum building heights, in the Zoning Ordinance rather than the General Plan is consistent with the California Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) 2017 General Plan Guidelines; and WHEREAS, consistent with California Government Code Section 65860, which requires county or city zoning ordinancesto be consistent with the general plan of the county or city, the Town finds it appropriate to remove development standards such as height limits from the General Plan and instead regulate them through the Zoning Ordinance; and WHEREAS, on April 7, 2025, the Planning Commission directed staff to prepare General Plan Amendmentsremoving height limits from land use category descriptions in the General Plan; and WHEREAS, the adoption of Amendments to the Land Use Element constitutes General Plan Amendments pursuant to California Government Code Section 65350 et seq.; and WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 65353 requires a Planning Commission to hold at least one public hearing prior to approving the recommendation of General Plan Amendments; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission desires to recommend the adoption of Amendments to the Land Use Element of the General Plan of the Town of San Anselmo to remove development standards related to building height (“General Plan Amendments”); and WHEREAS, California Native American tribes were previously notified and invited to consult on the Town’s Housing Element pursuant to Government Code sections 65352–65352.5, and the proposed amendment to the General Plan Land Use Element implements Housing Element Policy 9 without introducing new policies not previously reviewed; and 222
WHEREAS, the Amendments to the Land Use Element herein are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that they will have a significant effect on the environment; and
WHEREAS, the Amendments to the Land Use Element are consistent with the Town’s Housing Element Policy 5, Program 5.9, and Action 5.9c of the General Plan; and WHEREAS, a public hearing notice was published in the Marin Independent Journal on May 9, 2025 and posted in three places pursuant to California Government Code Section 65090, giving notice of the Planning Commission’s consideration of the recommendation of the proposed General Plan Amendments contained herein; and
WHEREAS, on May 19, 2025, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing to take public testimony and consider recommendation of said Amendments to the Land Use Element; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED based on substantial evidence in the record that the above recitals are true and correct and incorporated as findings herein.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the Town of San Anselmo does hereby recommend that the Town Council adopt Amendments to the Land Use Element of the General Plan as attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by reference.

RESOLUTION PASSED AND ADOPTED, at the regular meeting of the San Anselmo Planning Commission on the 19th day of May, 2025 by the following vote:

AYES: Asselstine, Heiman, Pipkin, Smith, Strauss
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
RECUSED: None
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Lindsey Klein, AICP
Secretary to the Planning Commission
Exhibit List:

A. Land Use Element
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Attachment 1
EXHIBIT “A”

LAND USE ELEMENT
The following pages in Exhibit A represent the redlined version of the Land Use Element of the Town of San Anselmo General Plan, referenced as Attachment 2 of the Staff Report dated May 19, 2025.
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1. Residential Character
San Anselmo can be characterized as a small residential community of primarily older neighborhoods and subdivisions that were established prior to 1945. Since 1945, residential 225
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development has been comprised of single-family home construction within established neighborhoods, and smaller new residential subdivisions. San Anselmo has not experienced the post-World-War-II construction of large tracts of single-family detached homes. Although San Anselmo is still a predominantly single-family home community, there was a shift in the last decade to the construction of more multi-family structures. The increase in the number of multifamily units was a result of the construction of new multi-family structures on some vacant lots, the conversion of large single-family homes to multi-unit structures, and the demolition of older single-family homes to construct multi-family units. As of 1983 the ratio of single-family units to multi-family units townwide was 77% to 23%.

Industrial and manufacturing uses are almost nonexistent in San Anselmo, and the community does not offer the types or size of land parcels which would attract these types of industry in the future.

The Town does offer some potential for small business and professional offices. These offices would be occupied by professionals serving the community or local professionals who desire office space close to home.
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C. Land Use Goals
The primary land use goal for San Anselmo is the conservation of the small-town character of the community and its close relationships with the natural beauty of its setting. The desire to retain and enhance these qualities was voiced over and over in the workshops and community meetings on the 1976 General Plan as well as at the meeting on the 1987-88 General Plan review.