HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Resolution 13449 (Appreciation Gayle Theard)RESOLUTION NO. 13449
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GAYLE THEARD
WHEREAS, on July 19, 2010, Gayle Theard was appointed by the San Rafael City Council to serve on the Civic
Center Station Area Plan Advisory Committee, and
WHEREAS, the Committee was to develop a conceptual Civic Center Station Plan addressing station access and
connectivity, transit -oriented development, accessible design, parking, and pedestrian design; use area
resources and assets to create a functional and attractive transit hub for the north San Rafael
community; and include a muitiagency implementation, which it did in collaboration with the
community -at -large; and
WHEREAS, the Civic Center Station Area Plan Advisory Committee met for 20 monthly meetings, held two
community workshops to gather ideas for transportation improvements and housing opportunities
around the station, and to hear feedback on their ideas, made 12 presentations for comments on the
draft plan; and
WHEREAS, Gayle, as a resident of North San Rafael and housing advocate, helped to engage residents in the
planning process: and
WHEREAS, the Civic Center Station Area Plan Advisory Committee's work resulted in a unanimous
recommendation of a conceptual plan that captures the community's vision for creating a vibrant,
mixed-use, livable area supported by a mix of transit opportunities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Mayor and City Council of the City of San Rafael hereby
commend Gayle Theard for her knowledge about the Civic Center Station Area, commitment to community
involvement, and enthusiasm for bringing about an improved quality of life in our town, on behalf of the community
and the City of San Rafael.
MAYOR
COUNCIL MEMBERS
/ CITY MANAGER
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