HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Resolution 15120 (Support of the Digital Marin Strategic Plan)RESOLUTION NO. 15120
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN RAFAEL
IN SUPPORT OF THE DIGITAL MARIN STRATEGIC PLAN
WHEREAS, the internet is a fundamental element of our lives, from our economy to
education, it provides us with access to opportunities and critical services; and
WHEREAS, the COVID-19 pandemic and other recent disruptive events
underscore Marin County’s need to end internet access inequities and bridge the digital
divide – the economic, educational, and social inequalities between those who have
computers and online access and those who do not have it; and
WHEREAS, students in San Rafael need reliable home connections for distance
learning, families need online access to information and support services, and our
businesses and growing remote workforce demand more from internet providers to
remain competitive; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Rafael envisions a future where everyone in Marin
County has access to universally available, affordable, reliable, resilient, and safe
broadband with robust devices, technical support, and the digital literacy needed to take
part in an ever-increasing digital world; and
WHEREAS, in 2019, the Marin County Board of Supervisors approved
development of a Digital Infrastructure Strategic Plan, which became the Digital Marin
project; and
WHEREAS, in 2020 and 2021, the Digital Marin project conducted community
outreach to sectors including business and economic development, education,
government and emergency management, health and community-based organizations,
internet, communication and technology providers, planning, transportation, public works
and utilities, and residents; and
WHEREAS, the individual findings for each sector were analyzed and combined
into a Needs Assessment Report that identified seven overall needs that represent
challenges that must be overcome to achieve Digital Marin’s vision; and
WHEREAS, successful implementation of the Digital Marin Strategic Plan requires
support from all communities in Marin County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of San Rafael hereby
supports the Digital Marin Strategic Plan.
I, LINDSAY LARA, Clerk of the City of San Rafael, hereby certify that the foregoing
Resolution was duly and regularly introduced and adopted at a regular meeting of the City
Council of said City on Tuesday, the 6th day of September 2022 by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: Bushey, Hill, Kertz, Llorens Gulati & Mayor Kate
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: None
LINDSAY LARA, City Clerk