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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Resolution 9633 (Joyce Rifkind Appreciation)RESOLUTION NO. 9.633 CITY OF SAN RAFAEL PRESENTS THIS RESOUITION OF dPPRECUITION TO COMMISSIONER JOYCE RIFKIND For Twelve Years of Distinguished Service On the Planning Commission WHEREAS, on July 16, 1984, the City Council of the City of San Rafael appointed Joyce Rifkind to serve a four year term on the Planning Commission of the City of San Rafael; and WHEREAS, in recognition of her conscientious work as a Commissioner, the City Council appointed Joyce Rifkind to second and third terms on the Planning Commission on July 5, 1988 and June 15, 1992, respectively; and WHEREAS, Joyce Rifkind diligently performed her duties as a Commissioner during her three terms and represented the interests of City residents by bringing a keen sensitivity to her work in affordable and emergency housing, and an understanding of its impact on social and economic development, as well as support for environmental protection as part of residential and commercial building projects; and WHEREAS, during her twelve years on the Planning Commission, Joyce Rifkind participated in the adoption of many projects of great importance to the future development of the City of San Rafael, including the City of San Rafael General Plan 2000, the Downtown Vision, and developments of affordable housing and below-market units; and WHEREAS, Joyce Rifkind served as Vice Chair and Acting Chair of the Planning Commission in 1987 and participated on the Committee for Special Needs Housing and the Committee for Updated Traffic Models, and performed these duties with great courtesy and respect for the public, creating a collaborative and harmonious atmosphere in each meeting; and WHEREAS, Joyce Rifkind's term as a Commissioner expired on June 30, 1996 and she did not apply for reappointment; and WHEREAS, the City of San Rafael wishes to acknowledge the conscientious manner in which Joyce has performed her duties as a Commissioner and to thank her for the many hours of public service spent in behalf of the City . NOW, THEREFORE BE 1T RESOLVED that the City Council, on the behalf of the residents of the City of San Rafael, hereby expresses its appreciation to Joyce Rifkind for her outstanding service as a Planning Commissioner and the contributions she has made during his three terms of office which will improve the quality of life for the current and future residents of San Rafael. MAYOR t r�- `COUNCIL RS L CITY MANAGER ATTESTED BY MY HAND THIS / -;ay- DAY OF / 9 4 4 �N CITY CLERK