HomeMy WebLinkAboutCD Presentation of a Proclamation to Jack Robertson for Eight Years of Service on the Planning CommissionCity of San Rafael
Proclamation Presented to
Jack Robertson, Planning Commissioner
WHEREAS, Jack Robertson began his role with the City of San Rafael Planning
Commission in July 2011 and served for eight years, until June 2019; and
WHEREAS, in 2014, Jack served as Chair of the Planning Commission. As Chair, Jack
was well known for his efficient management of meetings and gracious
approach to facilitating public participation during public hearings; and
WHEREAS, Jack contributed to the long-range planning of the City through his
participation in the review and action of the 2011 update to the Housing
Element; General Plan 10-year update, the Climate Change Action Plan 2030
and General Plan 2020 Sustainability Element; the Downtown Station Area
Plan and the Civic Center Station Area Plan; and comprehensive updates of
and amendments to the City’s Zoning Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure the Planning Commission reviewed numerous important
community development projects which will positively impact the City for
many decades including: SR Airport Rec facility, Northgate Mall
renovations, Marin Academy Science Center, Target Store at 125 Shoreline
Parkway, new Public Safety Facility on 5th Ave, New Sonnen/VW building
at 700 Francisco Blvd, 809 B St residential development, and 1201 Fifth
Street Hotel project, as well as numerous other projects; and
WHEREAS, Jack was an excellent listener and used his deep understanding of the
development process to help the City evaluate proposals and find
compromises.
WHEREAS, the City of San Rafael is privileged, honored, and proud to have had such
an exceptional volunteer as Jack Robertson serving in the critical role of
Planning Commissioner.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Kate Colin, Mayor Pro Tem of San Rafael, do hereby proclaim my sincere
appreciation to
Jack Robertson
for being serving as a Planning Commissioners for eight years, and for his important
contributions and community service to the City of San Rafael.
_______________________________________
Kate Colin
Mayor Pro Tem
