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students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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I support the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
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students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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MARK D" SCI !OOL
I support the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MARC DAY SCHOOL
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students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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MARK SAY SCHOOL
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students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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PA M A K DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MAPK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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MARK DAY _ 0 0 L
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general munity. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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I support the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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lR[ MARK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MARK DAY SCHOOL
I support the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MARK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MARK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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)* MARK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
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MARK
DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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)W MARK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MARK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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ll'!t MARK DAY SCHOOL
I support the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
Name:�Wee
Address: GA
City:
MARK DAY SCHOOL
I support the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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Address: �11D L4 rJg
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VAPK DAY SCHOOL
I support the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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Address:. 43 0L✓zA 17
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l* MARK DAY SCHOOL
I support the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
Name: i1 I 'Eo vye6
Address: �" '� Tim LAY\e—
City:
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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)* MARK. DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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)* MARK DAY SCHOOL
I support the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MARK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
Name: /✓��'" �f
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MAP D SCHOOL,
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MAPK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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favor of the project.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MAPK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the proj pct.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
Name: W1
Address: 114 1-4
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MASK SAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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Strahm
communications
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' 3000 Kerner Boulevard
San Rafael, California 94901
Phone 415 459 5409
Fax 415 459 7701
February 13, 2015
As a small business owner and longtime vendor of Mark Day
School, I encourage you to support the school's plan for a
Creativity Lab and Learning Commons. It is my understanding
that this proposal will strengthen the school's ability to
maintain its current level of excellence, which also helps to
support businesses like mine.
My company provides printing and direct mail services for a
variety of local companies and nonprofit organizations,
including the school. We know that Mark Day can send
business anywhere they'd like, and we appreciate that they
choose to support a local company like ours for their projects.
I support their efforts to enhance their campus and operations.
Jason Strahm
Owner
Strahm Communications
Dear Planning Commissioners:
As the owner of Scotty's Market on Freitas Parkway, I am writing to express our support for the Mark
Day School project. Due to the store's close proximity to the school, we are fortunate to have many
families from Mark Day as frequent visitors to our place of business.
As a nei fiborf%od market that competes with much larger chain stores, we deeply value our
persona connection with local residents and nearby institutions in Terra Linda. Mark Day School is
an inpo an pi rt of this mmunity and we support its plan to modernize the campus for the
beTefit o 'ts sjdent ank you for your consideration.
Dgle Le'e t/
Owner of Scotty's Market
62o Manuel T. Freitas Parkway
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)* MARK DAY SCHOOL
I support the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MARK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MARK- DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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)* MARK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
favor of the project.
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MARK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It'will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers,, and the general community. Please vote in
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MARK DAY SCHOOL
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
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at Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the
students, teachers, and the general community. Please vote in
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Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the students, teachers,
and the general community. Please vote in favor of the project.
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Mark Day School. It will provide many benefits to the students, teachers,
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Steve Stafford
From: betsy@littleandmolligan.com
Sent: Wednesday, February 18, 2015 4:30 PM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: (no subject)
Dear Mr. Stafford and the Planning Commission:
Thank you for reviewing the Mark Day School Proposal. Having worked on the Tiburon General Plan and
having attended many Planning and Design Review meetings, I know how difficult your job is in being fair to
both the neighbors and the applicant. As my Truth in Lending Statement, however, I also want you to know that
I was the Director of Admissions many years ago at the former Saint Mark's School. I have had my own
educational consulting business since 1990 and work with public, private and parochial schools throughout the
Bay Area as well as with boarding schools. My business partner and I suggest MDS to clients who would be a.
good fit at the school. We also help direct their Eighth Grade students to 9th grade placements in public, private,
parochial schools or boarding schools.
I can say, beyond a doubt that Mark Day School is an excellent school and enrolls students who will benefit
from strong academic and creative challenges designed to further their potential. It is a vibrant and inclusive
community. One of the things that makes the school so special is that there are many, many families who are .
making considerable sacrifices to send their children to school there. The school has a very big commitment to
financial aid so that economically challenged students can attend. It is a stellar education that is provided. The
new facility will enhance learning while developing creative and critical thinkers who are good problem solvers.
In a K-8 school, there is a wide range of developmental and intellectual maturity, which leads to the need for a
wide range of developmentally appropriate materials. Mark Day School's existing 1,240 square foot library is
too constrained to separate these resources — the new space will accommodate all ages.
The school has simply outgrown its facility. In respect for the neighbors, MDS is not asking for any variances
and have designed a very green building that is not out of proportion with other two story buildings in the area.
Aesthetically the project is:
Comfortably in LEED Gold status now, but they intend to pursue LEED Platinum
Bioswales will be used throughout the project to not only treat storm water, but as an educational tool to
students (teaching about Las Gallinas Creek and watershed). (Again a MDS example of integrating a project
into a learning experience).
MDS will be pursuing adding PVs to the school campus to boost the renewables points (proposals are being
requested from a number of companies)
The existing car charging stations in the parking lot are and will continue to be free to all neighbors
Use of recycled water in all toilets and landscape (double piping)
Energy efficiency throughout (HVAC -radiant floors, lighting —LED, etc)
Enhanced commissioning of all HVAC
Extensive daylighting and passive design to ensure minimal lighting requirements (clerestories are an important
component of the design) Neighbors will be protected from glare and shielded as much as possible so they
maintain their privacy.Drought tolerant species for landscaping and many trees will be added to the parking lot
to'reduce heat island.
The school is really trying to do everything possible to be a good neighbor. Please look favorably upon their
application.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth H.Little
Little and Molligan, Inc.
4040 Civic Center Drive, Suite 200
San Rafael, CA 94903
415-492-2877
www.littleandmolligan.com
School Placement Specialists for the San Francisco Bay Area
Authors of. Private K-8 Schools of San Francisco and Matin
and Private High Schools of the San Francisco Bay Area
Steve Stafford
From:
Marie <mswrice@msn.com>
Sent:
Wednesday, February 18, 2015 2:53 PM
To:
Steve Stafford
Subject:
Mark Day School[ 39 Trellis Dr
Regarding the proposed change to MARK School's structure:
A precedent has already been set. Several years ago when Miller Creek Middle School was expanding
their facility, a second story was one option. It was deemed out of character for the neighborhood. And
out of deference to the neighbors, Miller Creek expanded using only one story buildings. Mark School
should do likewise.
Marie Rice
555 Montecillo Rd
Former Miller Creek School Teacher
Steve Stafford
From: Dianne Vattuone <ciao920@msn.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 18, 2015 8:36 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School Plans
Dear Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission:
We are writing to let you know we are apposed to the height and industrial design of the building Mark Day
School has proposed at 39 Trellis Drive.
We support the school improving its leased property, but the school's needs can be met without a 29+ foot
building that compromises the privacy, views and discreet residential feel of our neighborhood.
The building's story poles create an oppressive scale and height. The industrial design does not fit in a
predominantly single story ranch style neighborhood.
Just as Mark Day School would not want something in the neighborhood that would make their school less
desirable, we do not want anything that makes our homes and community less desirable.
The ongoing traffic and safety issues are already a cause for concern in the community.
While any improvement to a public school has a positive impact on the surrounding community, the same is not
true for a private school.
We trust you would not make a decision on this project without seeing the story poles in place at Mark Day
School. We ask that you view them in person and support the Terra Linda Community by following the San
Rafael General Plan.
Please require Mark Day School to come up with a lower and more appropriate design for our community.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Clifford & Dianne Vattuone
12 Luisa Ct, Terra Linda
James & Dawn Vattuone
9 Wellbrock Heights, Terra Linda
February 17, 2015
Mr. Jack Robertson
Chair -City of San Rafael Planning Commission
c/o City of San Rafael Community Development Department
PO Box 151560
San Rafael, CA 94915
RE: MARK DAY SCHOOL— LEARNING COMMONS AND CREATIVITY LAB PROJECT
Dear Mr. Robertson:
For more than fifty years the Marin Builders Association has served the construction industry by
promoting high ethical and professional standards and providing quality services to our members. We
work responsibly with the community for the enhancement of the building industry and our
environment.
The Marin Builders Association supports the public process. The Association Board contends that any
project that has already been reviewed as part of the comprehensive and rigorous public process,
complies with all zoning and code standards, does not change the previously approved use of the
property, or require a variance should be favorably considered.
We appreciate your support and dedication to the public process. We are ready to partner with you and
other interested parties to bring about thoughtful solutions that support and maintain a vibrant
economic and social climate while protecting our environment.
Thank you, and if you should have any questions please contact our office at 415-462-1220.
Sincerely,
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Rick Wells
Chief Executive Officer
660 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94903 1 p. 415.462.1220 1 f. 415.462.1225 1 www.marinba.org
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c/o City of San Rafael Community Development Department
PO Box 151560
San Rafael, CA 94915
RE: MARK DAY SCHOOL— LEARNING COMMONS AND CREATIVITY LAB PROJECT
Dear Mr. Robertson:
For more than fifty years the Marin Builders Association has served the construction industry by
promoting high ethical and professional standards and providing quality services to our members. We
work responsibly with the community for the enhancement of the building industry and our
environment.
The Marin Builders Association supports the public process. The Association Board contends that any
project that has already been reviewed as part of the comprehensive and rigorous public process,
complies with all zoning and code standards, does not change the previously approved use of the
property, or require a variance should be favorably considered.
We appreciate your support and dedication to the public process. We are ready to partner with you and
other interested parties to bring about thoughtful solutions that support and maintain a vibrant
economic and social climate while protecting our environment.
Thank you, and if you should have any questions please contact our office at 415-462-1220.
Sincerely,
0?4 VA46
Rick Wells
Chief Executive Officer
660 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94903 1 p. 415.462.1220 1 f. 415.462.1225 1 www.marinba.org
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Steve Stafford
From: Christine Gould <christineg141@hotmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2015 3:22 PM
To: Steve Stafford
Cc: tomgould3@comcast.net
Subject: Planning for Mark School
Dear Mr. Stafford.
Our children attended the elementary school that was operating before St.
Marks came into being. We are pleased that the site is still a school, and fits nicely
into our neighborhood.
Recently, we became aware of proposed changes to the buildings on the school
site. We took a look at the story poles. Much too tall. No one in the area wants
buildings that overlook their back gardens and give the appearance of
crowding. Please ask the Mark School administration to rethink their plans.
Thank you very much for your time and attention.
Sincerely, Christine and Tom Gould
141 Trellis Drive,
San Rafael< CA 94903
Steve Stafford
From: Piera Paoli <pierap@att.net>
Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2015 1:59 PM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School Construction
Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission,
As a resident of Terra Linda, and living just a block away from Mark Day School, I am
strongly opposed to the height and design of the planned building at 39 Trellis
Drive. Before approving such a project I respectfully ask that you visit the site and view
the story poles in place at Mark Day School. I think that you will agree that the project,
as proposed, is totally out of proportion and is detrimental to our neighborhood.
Thank you for your consideration.
Piera Paoli
858 Las Pavadas Ave.
San Rafael 94903
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Brian Gordon
46o Peachstone ter
San Rafael, Ca 94903
February, loth 2015
Steve Stafford
Associate Planner
140o Fifth Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901-1943
Dear Mr. Stafford,
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FEB 17 2015
:. PLANNING,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark
Day School. My child, Sarah Gordon is a student at the school and this project will significantly
improve her overall educational experience. As a San Rafael resident, I also believe that this campus
enhancement will be a tremendous asset to the community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing
them to utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day School is somewhat
constrained by the structures on its So year old campus. This project will help create a 21St century
learning experience for all students — from Kindergarten through 8th Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a_relationship with its neighbors that is based on respect for
one another. I believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity Lab is in
keeping with this relationship. I urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
Brian Gordon
46o Peachstone ter
San Rafael, Ca 94903
Sample Support Letter to Mr. Steve Stafford. Mail before i/a.8/i5.
Gaelle Gordon
46o Peachstone ter
San Rafael, Ca 94903 .
February, loth 2015
Steve Stafford RECEIVED
Associate Planner FEb ,y
140o Fifth Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901-1943 PLANNING
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark
Day School. My child, Sarah Gordon is a student at the school and this project will significantly
improve her overall educational experience. As a San Rafael resident, I also believe that this campus
enhancement will be a tremendous asset to the community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing
them to utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day School is somewhat
constrained by the structures on its so year old campus. This project will help create a 21St century
learning experience for all students—from Kindergarten through 8th Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship"with its neighbors that is based on respect for
one another. I believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity Lab is in
keeping with this relationship. I urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
Gaelle Gordon RECEIVED
46o Peachstone ter
EB 17 2015
San Rafael, Ca 94903 In
PLANNING
Steve Stafford
From: Pamela Hadfield <phadfield@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, February 17, 2015 11:37 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Please support Mark Day School building project
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to you to express my support for the newer architectural additions being put forward by Mark
Day School in San Rafael. After reviewing the plans that the school has in mind it seems that they are both a
good step forward for the education of the children at the school and conform with good design so as to not
interfere in any way with the neighborhood. Mark Day strives to be in good relationship with neighbors and
aims for mutual respect. I believe that this project will not only enhance the schools learning capability but
will also enhance the overall aesthetic from the outside as well. I urge you to support this project!
Sincerely,
Pamela Hadfield
47 Main Dr.
San Rafael, CA. 94.901
415 370 285o
Pamela Hadfield
office: 415.798.9813
mobile:415.370.2850
From: Chris Murdick [mailto:cmurdick@gmail.com]
Sent: Friday, February 13, 2015 11:18 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School - Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at
Mark Day School. My child is a student at the school and this project will significantly improve
Cristina's overall educational experience. As a San Rafael resident, I also believe that this
campus enhancement will be a tremendous asset to the community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty,
allowing them to utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day
School is somewhat constrained by the structures on its 5o year old campus. This project will
help create a 215t century learning experience for all students — from Kindergarten through 8th
Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is based on
respect for one another. I believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and
Creativity Lab is in keeping with this relationship. I urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
Chris Murdick
28 Main Dr.
San Rafael, CA 94903.
Steve Stafford
From: Bob Kohs <rxhammer@comcast.net>
Sent: Monday, February 16, 2015 10:05 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School
Feb 16 2015
Dear Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission,
I am writing to let you know I am opposed to the height
design of the building dark Day School has proposed at
Drive. I support the school improving its leased propert
school's needs can be meet without a 29+ ft building the
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positive impact on the surrounding community, the same
for a private school.
I have seen the story poles and this building looks too big for the neighborhood. It looks like it belongs
down at Noi-thgate Mall or over in the industrial park on the other side of the freeway. They can scale it back.
Are they planning to add more students, more traffic to fill this big building? One story should be enough.
Rebuild what is already there. Or replace what is there to bring up to todays standards but I don't believe it
should be taller then what is there now.
Patricia and Bob Kohs
599 Montecillo Road San Rafael
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Steve Stafford
From: Mark Gainer <mgainer@legaladditions.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 14, 2015 3:24 PM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: St. Mark's Design
Dear Mr. Stafford:
As a U.C. Berkeley D.C.P. Masters graduate, I care deeply about my Terra Linda community and good planning
decisions. Approving the Mark Day School proposed design is not one of these. Private school expansions
while public education is stifled is in general a bad policy. But this plan in particular calls for an overly
ambitious plan which will destroy the scale of the residential neighborhood while increasing traffic
considerably —these days, unfortunately, we must assume that kids can't walk or bike to school but instead
must be chauffeured in doting parents SUVs; hence, more kids more traffic.
De minimus, you need to view the site before approving. While this is always a good idea, it is paramount in
this situation.
Best,
Mark Gainer
Legal Additions LLC (18th year)
Attorney Search and Recruitment/Law Firm Mergers
® Business Dispute Mediator
(Please note address change)
454 Las Gallinas Ave. # 120
San Rafael, CA 94903
Ph./Fax: 415 472.5550
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San Rafael Planning Commission Concerning TLC Mark School Construction
February 14, 2015
Dear Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission,
I am writing to let you know I am very opposed any major construction, including height and industrial
design of the building Mark Day School has proposed at 39 Trellis Drive. I support improvements to the
existing buildings, but the school's current needs can be met without a 29+ foot building that
compromises the privacy, views, and discreet residential feel of our neighborhood or they need to find a
new location that is 2 story and industrial in appearance. This community does not need a larger school
that will accommodate more students. The space they are leasing was designed to be a residential local
Terra Linda school, not a private school that intrudes on our neighborhood. They are already trying to
take over the neighborhood in which we live by not obeying the traffic laws so that our children cannot
even play outside the homes they live in. They are not supposed to travel down Arias Street, but the
parents ignore the rule. The speed limit on Arias Street is 25 mph, but they seem to think that this does
not apply to them and continue to drive 35 to 45 mph while talking on their cell phones. I was out
cleaning the street in front of my house and was almost hit by a parent on their cell phone not paying
attention to where they were going. Is it going to take a child being hit or worse before anybody does
anything?
I am sure Mark Day School would not want something in the neighborhood that would make their
school less desirable, we do not want anything they propose to cause our homes and community to be
less desirable. Again, the ongoing traffic and safety of the neighborhood residents is a huge concern on
our streets. While any improvements to a public neighborhood school has a positive impact on the
surrounding community, the same is not true for a private school to build a monument that is not
appropriate for the area.
Please do not make a decision on this project without seeing the story poles in place at Mark Day School
and putting yourself in the surrounding homes with your family. The area should retain the same San
Rafael General Plan appearance. Please require Mark Day School to come up with a plan that complies
with the area.
The only time we really have any peace in our neighborhood is when school is out for the summer. We
do not want to listen to major construction all day every day during those couple of months.
Sincerely,
Carol Cox
258 Arias Street
San Rafael, Ca 94903
LETTER TO SAN RAFAEL PLANNING COMMISSION
Email to _s}?fford@cityofsanrafael.orq
Mail to PO Box 15160, San Rafael, CA 94915
Date
Dear Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission,
I am writing to let you know I am opposed to the height and industrial
design of the building Mark Day School has proposed at 39 Trellis
Drive. I support the school improving its leased property, but the
school's needs can be meet without a 29+ ft building that
compromises the privacy, views, and discreet residential feel of our
neighborhood. The building's story poles create an oppressive scale
and height. The industrial design does not fit in a predominantly
single story ranch neighborhood.
Just as Mark Day School would not want something in the
neighborhood that would make their school less desirable, we don't
want anything that makes our homes and community less desirable.
The ongoing traffic and safety issues are already a cause for concern
in the cornmunity. While any improvement to a public school has a
positive impact on the surrounding community, the same is not true
for a private school.
You do not want to make a decision on this project without seeing the
story poles in place at Mark Day School, I ask that you view them in
person and support the Terra Linda Community by following the San
Rafael General Plan. Please require Mark Day School to come up with a
lower alternate design.
Sincerely,
Your name
Your ad&'ess
% L�
Steve Stafford
From: Johanna La Fleur Johanna.lafleur@gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, February 13, 2015 10:17 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: In Support of the Mark Day School Improvement Project!
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark Day School. My child is a student at the school
and this project will significantly improve her overall educational experience. As a San Rafael resident, I also believe that this campus enhancement
will be a tremendous asset to the community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing them to utilize more modern and flexible spaces
and tools. Right now, Mark Day School is somewhat constrained by the structures on its 50 year old campus. This project will help create a 21#
century learning experience for all students — from Kindergarten through 8,^ Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is based on respect for one another. I believe that the design and
purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity Lab is in keeping with this relationship. I urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
.lolianna Leestma La Fleur
38 Lochinvar Road
San Rafael, CA 94901
Johanna Leestma La Fleur
Steve Stafford
From: Mike Tatum <mike.tatum@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, February 12, 2015 4:17 PM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark Day School
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark Day
School. My child is a student at the school and this project will significantly improve her overall educational
experience. As a San Rafael resident, I also believe that this campus enhancement will be a tremendous asset to
the community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing them to
utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day School is somewhat constrained by the
structures on its 50 year old campus. This project will help create a 21st century learning experience for all
students — from Kindergarten through 8th Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is based on respect for one
another. I believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity Lab is in keeping with
this relationship. I urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
Mike Tatum
257 Riviera Drive
San Rafael, CA 94901
Mike Tatum
+1415-493-8322
@miketatum
Skype: miketatum
Andy Tress
22 Chapel Cove Drive
San Rafael, CA 94901
2/12./15
Mr. Steve Stafford
Associate Planner
1400 Fifth Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901-1943
steve.stafford@cityofsanrafael.org
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark
Day School. My children are students at the school and this project will significantly improve their
overall educational experience. As a San Rafael resident, I also believe that this campus
enhancement will be a tremendous asset to the community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing
them to utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day School is somewhat
constrained by the structures on its 5o year old campus. This project will help create a 21St century
learning experience for all students — from Kindergarten through 8t" Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is based on respect for
one another. I believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity Lab is in
keeping with this relationship. I urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
Andy Tress
Steve Stafford
From: Vira Klinetobe <vklinetobe@yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, February 12, 2015 11:05 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Cc: daklinetobe@yahoo.com
Subject: Mark Day School
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark Day School. My
daughter, Khema, is a student at the school and this project will significantly improve her overall educational experience.
As a San Rafael resident, I also believe that this campus enhancement will be a tremendous asset to the community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing them to utilize more
modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day School is somewhat constrained by the structures on its 50
year old campus. This project will help create a 21st century learning experience for all students—from Kindergarten
through 8th Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is based on respect for one another. I
believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity Lab is in keeping with this relationship. I
urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
Vira and David Klinetobe
19 Knoll Road
San Rafael, CA 94901
Steve Stafford
From: Mary Sackett <marymargaret10@hotmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2015 7:04 PM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School
Dear Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission,
I am writing to let you know I am opposed to the height and industrial design of the
building Mark Day School has proposed at 39 Trellis Drive. The school's needs can be
meet with a lower building that does not compromise the the discreet residential feel of
the neighborhood. The building's story poles create an oppressive scale
and height. The industrial design does not fit in a predominantly single story
ranch neighborhood.
Upon receiving the notice of the public meeting in the mail this week, I learned for the
first time that Mark Day wants to do more to its "Security Fence." The current security
fence serves to block us from walking to school, when the gate is not open. It blocks
the school off on weekends. It is highly obnoxious, obtrusive. The current fence gives
and industrial feel to a residential neighborhood. I am strongly opposed to anything
more obtrusive than the existing "security fence."
The ongoing traffic and safety issues are already a cause for concern in the community.
I walk my child to school on the "Safe Routes To School" narrow path through Mark Day
School each day. We have had to change our route to school twice, due to two near
misses. I don't want my kids biking down Arias because of the traffic that comes off of
Las Pavadas, on to Arias, and then on to Trellis in a speedy "S" turn on week day
mornings. I have almost been hit twice.
I ask that you support our Terra Linda Community by following the San Rafael General
Plan. Please require Mark Day School to come up with a lower alternate design, that is
less obtrusive and includes a reasonable "safe route to school" through the parking lot.
Thank you for your consideration of my comments, and for the Planning Commission
taking into consideration the comments of those of us who live in the neighborhood.
Sincerely,
Mary Sackett
859 Las Pavadas Ave, San Rafael.
Steve Stafford
From:
Sean Shen <Sean.Shen@autodesk.com>
Sent:
Wednesday, February 11, 2015 7:48 PM
To:
Steve Stafford
Subject:
Support building project of Mark Day School
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark Day School. My child,
Lucas, is a student at the school and this project will significantly improve his overall educational experience. As a San
Rafael resident, I also believe that this campus enhancement will be a tremendous asset to the community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing them to utilize more
modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day School is somewhat constrained by the structures on its 50
year old campus. This project will help create a 21st century learning experience for all students — from Kindergarten
through 8th Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is based on respect for one another. I
believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity Lab is in keeping with this relationship. I
urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
Sean Shen
76 Waterside Cir
San Rafael, CA 94903
Steve Stafford
From:
Kristina Doxon <kdoxon@earthlink.net>
Sent:
Thursday, February 12, 2015 6:46 AM
To:
Steve Stafford
Subject:
Mark Day School Proposed Building
February 22, 2016
Dear Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission,
I am writing to let you know I am opposed to the height and industrial design of the building Mark Day School
has proposed at 39 Trellis Drive. I support the school improving its leased property, but the school's needs can
be meet without a 29+ ft building that compromises the privacy, views, and discreet residential feel of the
neighborhood. The building's story poles create an oppressive scale and height. The industrial design does not
fit in a predominantly single story ranch neighborhood.
Just as Mark Day School would not want something in the neighborhood that would make their school less
desirable, we don't want anything that makes the homes and community less desirable. The ongoing traffic and
safety issues are already a cause for concern in the community. While any improvement to a public school has a
positive impact on the surrounding community, the same is not true for a private school.
You do not want to make a decision on this project without seeing the story poles in place at Mark Day
School. I ask that you view them in person and support the Terra Linda Community by following the San
Rafael General Plan. Please require Mark Day School to come up with a lower alternate design.
Sincerely,
Kristina Doxon
9 Serra Way
San Rafael, CA 94903
Robbie Gutierrez
21So Elderberry Lane
San Rafael, CA 94903
February 11, 2015
Mr. Steve Stafford
Associate Planner
140o Fifth Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901-1943
steve.stafford@cityofsanrafael.org
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to express my support forthe proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark
Day School. I have two children at the school and this project will significantly improve their overall
educational experience. As a San Rafael resident, I also believe that this campus enhancement will
be a tremendous asset to the community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing
them to utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day School is somewhat
constrained by the structures on its So year old campus. This project will help create a 21St century
learning experience for all students — from Kindergarten through 8th Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is based on respect for
one another. I believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity Lab is in
keeping with this relationship. I urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
Robbie Gutierrez .
21So Elderberry Lane
San Rafael, CA 94903
Steve Stafford
From: Kimberly Hancher <kimhancher@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2015 12:51 PM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Objection to the proposed Mark Day School Project
Dear Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission,
I am writing to let you know I am opposed to the height and industrial design of the building Mark Day
School has proposed at 39 Trellis Drive. I support the school improving its leased property, but the
school's needs can be meet without a 29+ ft building that compromises the privacy, views, and discreet
residential feel of the neighborhood. The building's story poles create an oppressive scale
and height. The industrial design does not fit in a predominantly single story ranch neighborhood.
Just as Mark Day School would not want something in the neighborhood that would make their school less
desirable, we don't want anything that makes the homes and community less desirable. The ongoing
traffic and safety issues are already a cause for concern in the community. While any improvement to a
public school has a positive impact on the surrounding community, the same is not true for a private
school.
You do not want to make a decision on this project without seeing the story poles in place at Mark Day
School. I ask that you view them in person and support the Terra Linda Community by following the San
Rafael General Plan. Please require Mark Day School to come up with a lower alternate design.
Sincerely,
Kim Hancher
20 Hillside Ave
San Rafael, CA 94901
Steve Stafford
From: Pierre Babka <pbabka@comcast.net>
Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2015 12:39 PM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School Expansion
February 11, 2015
Dear Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission,
I am writing to let you know I am opposed to the height and industrial design of the
building Mark Day School has proposed at 39 Trellis Drive. I support the school
improving its leased property, but the school's needs can be meet without a 29+ ft
building that compromises the privacy, views, and discreet residential feel of the
neighborhood. The building's story poles create an oppressive scale and height. The
industrial design does not fit in a predominantly single story ranch neighborhood.
Just as Mark Day School would not want something in the neighborhood that would
make their school less desirable, we don't want anything that makes the homes and
community less desirable. The ongoing traffic and safety issues are already a cause for
concern in the community. While any improvement to a public school has a positive
impact on the surrounding community, the same is not true for a private school.
You do not want to make a decision on this project without seeing the story poles in
place at Mark Day School. I ask that you view them in person and support the Terra
Linda Community by following the San Rafael General Plan. Please require Mark Day
School to come up with a lower alternate design.
Sincerely,
Pierre Babka
942 Las Pavadas Ave.
San Rafael, CA 94903
I
Steve Stafford
From: Ann Krinitsky <akrinits@aol.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2015 11:51 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School proposal
Wednesday, February 11, 2015
Dear Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission,
I am writing to let you know I am opposed to the height and industrial design of the building Mark Day
School has proposed at 39 Trellis Drive. I support the school improving its leased property, but the
school's needs can be meet without a 29+ ft building that compromises the privacy, views, and discreet
residential feel of the neighborhood. The building's story poles create an oppressive scale
and height. The industrial design does not fit in a predominantly single story ranch neighborhood.
Just as Mark Day School would not want something in the neighborhood that would make their school less
desirable, we don't want anything that makes the homes and community less desirable. The ongoing
traffic and safety issues are already a cause for concern in the community. While any improvement to a
public school has a positive impact on the surrounding community, the same is not true for a private
school.
You do not want to make a decision on this project without seeing the story poles in place at Mark Day
School. I ask that you view them in person and support the Terra Linda Community by following the San
Rafael General Plan. Please require Mark Day School to come up with a lower alternate design.
Sincerely,
Ann Krinitsky
72 Trellis Dr
Steve Stafford
From: peter ockner <pockner@yahoo.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2015 10:42 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School Project
Dear Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission,
I am writing in regard to the proposed Mark Day School (MDS) project.
Overwhelmingly the dominant issue for the surrounding neighborhood is the height of
the building that MDS proposes. There are other concerns, but frankly I believe the
height is rightly of greatest concern (indeed, the issue of height also goes to the concern
of the character of the building as it relates to the neighborhood). The height of 29ft
would block ridgeline views from the street and surrounding homes. As quoted from the
San Rafael General Plan, Section CD -5a (emphasis my own):
CD -5. Views.
Respect and enhaaace to the greatest extent possihle, views of the Bay and its islands,
Bay wetlands, St. Raphael's church bell tower, Canalfront, marinas. Mt. Tamalpais,
Marin Civic Center and !rills and ridgelines froin public streets, parlis and publicly
accessible path morays.
"To the greatest extent possible" suggests one has to determine whether a change to
the current MDS plans is reasonable (largely preserves the important elements of the
MDS goals), while simultaneously preserving the views of the immediate neighborhood.
I've seen the photos, and visited the site, and from what I see shortening the proposed
MDS building by roughly five feet would mostly (if not entirely), solve the view issue. A
24 -foot building will accommodate two stories, and a competent architect (which they
have) will easily be able to make the top floor open, light, and airy as is their expressed
desire.
MDS will make many cases for why their building should be the current height. What
they have not done thus far is articulate convincingly why those goals can't be at least
mostly met with a shorter (but still two-story) building. One goal that gets compromised
by reducing the height is the goal of creating a "statement building" (as was mentioned
on at least two occasions at the DRB meetings). If the building was shortened to 24
feet from 29 feet, that would still be over 80% of the current proposed height,
allowing for over 80% of their "statement building" status to be preserved. Further to
that point, it hardly seems right that getting a little more "statement" out of
their "statement building" should trump the SR General Plan goal of maintaining
neighborhood views. Additionally, going against the General Plan language would risk
setting an undesirable precedent..
MDS also said at the DRB meeting that they required high ceilings to allow for an open
feeling that fosters creativity... but the plans they showed at that meeting indicated that
the "creativity lab" was to be on the first floor. Whether or not they have subsequently
changed that, that nearly -finalized plan made it clear that their goal of enhancing
creativity is NOT furthered by a taller building (rendering that argument disingenuous at
best). All the same, we in the neighborhood do support creativity. Since they have
indicated that their creativity needs may be met with a first -floor room, a shortened
overall height would do little to impair that.
So please, throughout these deliberations, keep your attention focused on the primary
concern of the neighborhood: height.
Thank you for your attention.
-Peter Ockner (Terra Linda resident)
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Steve Stafford
From: Susan Nalducci <s.nalducci@comcast.net>
Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2015 8:48 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Cc: 'Terra Linda Cares'
February 11, 2015
Dear Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission,
I am writing to let you know I am opposed to the height and industrial design of the building
Mark Day School has proposed at 39 Trellis Drive. I support the school improving its leased
property, but the school's needs can be meet without a 29+ ft building that compromises the
privacy, views, and discreet residential feel of the neighborhood. The building's story
poles create an oppressive scale and height. The industrial design does not fit in a
predominantly single story ranch neighborhood.
Just as Mark Day School would not want something in the neighborhood that would make their
school less desirable, we don't want anything that makes the homes and community less
desirable. The ongoing traffic and safety issues are already a cause for concern in the
community. While any improvement to a public school has a positive impact on the surrounding
community, the same is not true for a private school.
You do not want to make a decision on this project without seeing the story poles in place at
Mark Day School. I ask that you view them in person and support the Terra Linda Community
by following the San Rafael General Plan. Please, at the very least require that Mark Day
School come up with a lower alternate design.
Sincerely,
Susan Nalducci
92 Elena Circle
San Rafael, CA 94903
I
Steve Stafford
From: Randy Warren <randy4475@hotmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2015 7:40 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: RE: Mark Day School
Dear Mr. Stafford,
In my email below I failed to note my address. It is 63 EI Pavo Real Circle, San Rafael 94903.
Sincerely,
Randy Warren
From: randy4475@hotmail.com
To: steve.stafford@citvofsanrafael.org
Subject: Mark Day School
Date: Wed, 11 Feb 2015 07:38:51-0800
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am a Terra Linda resident. My email concerns the proposed vertical expansion of Mark Day School. I oppose
this project as being inconsistent with the character of the neighborhood. The school is not even on a
neighborhood thoroughfare such as Nova Albion where people may arguably expect vertical
development. This is a residential street, and the social contract with the neighborhood is that the school will
blend in as part of the neighborhood. Here, instead, the private school proposes something that would
change the look and feel of the neighborhood.
While good design is appreciated and can address some concerns, with a building of the size proposed we are
really discussing putting lipstick on a pig.
The school fails to show that this expansion is a necessity for the neighborhood or that the school is somehow
unable to survive if not permitted to expand.
The proposal is a material change to the character of the neighborhood. The change is unwarranted and,
other than the school's families, it is unwanted by our neighbors here in Terra Linda.
Sincerely,
Randy Warren
Steve Stafford
From: Randy Warren <randy447S@hotmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2015 7:39 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am a Terra Linda resident. My email concerns the proposed vertical expansion of Mark Day School. I oppose
this project as being inconsistent with the character of the neighborhood. The school is not even on a
neighborhood thoroughfare such as Nova Albion where people may arguably expect vertical development. This
is a residential street, and the social contract with the neighborhood is that the school will blend in as part of the
neighborhood. Here, instead, the private school proposes something that would change the look and feel of
the neighborhood.
While good design is appreciated and can address some concerns, with a building of the size proposed we are
really discussing putting lipstick on a pig.
The school fails to show that this expansion is a necessity for the neighborhood or that the school is somehow
unable to survive if not permitted to expand.
The proposal is a material change to the character of the neighborhood. The change is unwarranted and, other
than the school's families, it is unwanted by our neighbors here in Terra Linda.
Sincerely,
Randy Warren
Steve Stafford
From:
Tom Wilson <tomw@canalalliance.org>
Sent:
Friday, January 09, 2015 4:45 PM
To:
Steve Stafford
Cc:
Jennifer Getz
Subject:
Letter of support for Mark Day School
Dear Steve,
I am writing to inform you of Canal Alliance's support for Mark Day School's proposed Learning Commons
and Creativity Lab. Mark Day School is an active and committed member of the community and a key partner
to outside organizations. We have had a long and fruitful relationship with the school that has supported our
youth education activities and allowed for a positive interaction among our students and the students from Mark
Day. I believe that Mark Day is a community asset, and allowing them to go ahead with The Learning
Commons and Creativity Lab will only enhance their ability to further learning for all of our children.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will allow Mark Day School teachers to use new technology and
data driven methods of teaching and programming that we know are effective
Canal Alliance supports their efforts on this thoughtful project, which is designed to further enrich the education
of their students. We urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
Tom
Tom Wilson e Executive Director
Direct: 415.306.0426 • Cell: 415.497.9741
www.canalalliance.org
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Steve Stafford, Associate Planner
City of San Rafael -- City Hall
1400 5' Avenue, 3d Floor
San Rafael, CA 94901
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I would like to voice my supporl for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark
Day School. I am the Executive Director of Strategic Energy Innovations, a San Rafael -based
non-profit that develops and delivers solutions Customized to help communities accomplish their
sustainability goals. I am also the Founder and Director of the Marin School of Envlronmental
Leadership at Terra Linda High School. I work with schools all over the country to help them
with implementing environmental sustainability in both their curriculum and their Facilities. I am
very excited by the leadership Mark Day School has taken in these areas, and believe their
plans for their new project is innovative, achievable, and exemplary.
Mark Day School and its sustainable design experts have developed a project that wall not only
enhance the way it educates students, it will Improve the environmental sustainability of the
school's campus. The new building will replace two older, energy -inefficient structures, while
occupying almost the identical footprint in order to preserve campus open space. It will feature
extensive natural daylighting and solar power, allowing the school to avoid using electric lights
more than 90% of the time.
Another environmental component of the plan is that it calls for bioswales to handle runoff water
treatment — a tremendously effective approach toward improving water quality. What's
particularly exciting is that this plan will provide a tremendous teaching opportunity for Mark Day
students to learn about the positive impacts of this style of drainage system on Las Galilnas
Creek and the watershed. Education is a fundamental component of creating a more
sustainable environment, Therefore, as a strong proponent of place -based learning, sustainable
development and thoughtful design, I urge you to support the project. Thank you for your
consideration.
Sincerely,
C e Dandridge
Executive Director
899 Northgate rafiv3 Su;it� 434 • Sart Rafael CA 94903
Phone (415) 507-2181 Fax(415)507-1976 • www senric.oril
MARK DAY SCHOOL
2/5/15
Kevin Bower
Mark Day School
Director of Plant Operations
San Rafael, CA 94903
Reference: Campus Improvement Project
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am the Director of Plant Operations at Mark Day School, and I'm writing in support of this
proposed project. I've been heavily involved with campus rehabilitation at the Branson School,
Dominican University and in the non -educational sector for over 30 years.
Our mission at Mark Day, in part, is to "develop well-rounded critical thinkers via a program that
fosters'academic excellence and responsible citizenship, while discovering and nurturing the
finest qualities in each child". This, in itself, is a monumental undertaking that every parent
knows. But with a physically aging school, the task becomes an even greater challenge as
social learning and revolutionary innovations advance.
My perspective is one of more practicality and logistics, rather than only an educational
standpoint. Our 50+ year old campus is far overdue for a major redesign. Teaching, learning
styles/tools have changed since 1961, just as environmental and even operational standards
have too. As time has passed, our facilities are now more than ever considered by energy
standards as grossly inefficient and the design and layout are increasingly inadequate. The
world of educational environments has become quite sophisticated, but we're striving to keep up
since our buildings are trapped in time. An added benefit by replacing the old buildings with
new, is that we'd be eradicating hazardous materials like asbestos and carbon nanotubes.
Additional concerns are our operating costs. In our present state, they're very high because of
the lack of modern, more efficient, electro -mechanical systems and sorely -lacking infrastructure.
This in turn hinders us from reaching our full potential in sustainability and environmental
sensibilities among many other pertinent areas. Though,we're fully compliant with all safety
codes and compliances, San Rafael Fire Prevention Inspector Steven Rupnow has commented
for years that he'd very much like to see the entire campus be brought to more current levels of
automated safety.
We're desperately seeking a redevelopment approval for this property. We need to fulfill our
goal to not be complacent and revitalize our campus with a safe and effective school for the
future generations of our communities' families. Please support the approval of this project.
Sincerely,
Kevin Bower
Steve Stafford
From: Mike Macievich <macievich@hotmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2015 9:01 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School Proposal
02/11/2015
Dear Mr. Stafford and Planning Commission,
I am writing to let you know I am opposed to the height and industrial design of the building Mark Day
School has proposed at 39 Trellis Drive. I support the school improving its leased property, but the
school's needs can be meet without a 29+ ft building that compromises the privacy, views, and discreet
residential feel of the neighborhood. The building's story poles create an oppressive scale
and height. The industrial design does not fit in a predominantly single story ranch neighborhood.
Just as Mark Day School would not want something in the neighborhood that would make their school less
desirable, we don't want anything that makes the homes and community less desirable. The ongoing
traffic and safety issues are already a cause for concern in the community. While any improvement to a
public school has a positive impact on the surrounding community, the same is not true for a private
school.
You do not want to make a decision on this project without seeing the story poles in place at Mark Day
School. I ask that you view them in person and support the Terra Linda Community by following the San
Rafael General Plan. Please require Mark Day School to come up with a lower alternate design.
Sincerely,
Mike Macievich
872 Las Pavadas Ave
San Rafael, CA 94903
1
Steve Stafford
From: siblueiris@aol.com
Sent: Tuesday, November 18, 2014 2:18 PM
To: Steve Stafford
Cc: Paul Jensen; andy@andyhyman.net; schott.m@gmail.com;
jtaekman@dixieschooldistrict.org; brad.honsberger@gmail.com;
bruceabbott@comcast.net; superintendent@dixieschooldistrict.org
Subject: Mark Day School Proposed Construction
Dear -Steve,
Due to a family emergency, we are out of town and unable to attend tonight's DRB meeting as planned. I would
appreciate your passing on our comments below to the board before the meeting.
We, plus neighbors and interested community members (about 225 total petition signatures), continue to oppose
the multi-level construction proposed for Mark Day School at 39 Trellis Drive. Our specific opposition is with
the 30 foot second story. We are not opposing MDS from updating their leased campus or expanding to fulfill
their educational goals. Our opposition continues to be with a Multi -Story Building.
It is imperative to us who live in the neighborhood that the DRB fully understand all the reasons we are against
a second story. We implore•the board in evaluating the project for consistency in following the San Rafael
General Plan 2020.
Our concerns continue to revolve around the issues of:
• Loss of Views (Community Design -5);
• Loss of Privacy with vision directly into homes and back yards from the second story windows
(Neighborhoods -2-2);
• Loss of Neighborhood Character and compatibility with surrounding buildings which
are predominately single story (CD -2);
• Loss of Neighborhood Identity (CD -3);
• Loss of the Scale of the City's Residential Neighborhoods (CD -2);
• Loss of Quality of Life (NH -2-1);
• Loss of Preserving, Enhancing and Maintaining the Residential Character of our neighborhood to
make it a desirable place to live (NH -2);
• Loss of a Fit with the immediate neighborhood (CD -10).
Summary: The loss of the above elements will greatly and negatively impact our homes, the places where we
live. We believe staff is making a high subjective judgment on the values regarding our above concerns, which
are very specific to the design of a 2 -story structure.
Thank you for your time and consideration of our specific complaint.
Respectfully,
Stephanie Lucich and John Rauschkolb II and family
47 Trellis Drive, San Rafael
Steve Stafford
From: Liza Ozkay <lizaozkay@gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, November 14, 20141:59 PM
7o: Steve Stafford; superintendent@dixieschooldistrict.org
Cc: Cenk
Subject: Support for Mark Day School
Dear Steve and Tom,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark
Day School. I. have been a MDS parent for over 6 years, I currently have two children enrolled at
MDS (1st & 7th grades) and a third child who hopefully will be a part of this wonderful school and
community in the next few years. I believe this project will significantly improve their overall
educational experience. I grew up in these neighborhoods and attended the Dixie school district from
Dixie elementary to Terra Linda High and as a San Rafael resident now I believe that this campus
enhancement will be a great asset to our community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing
them to utilize'more modern and flexible spaces and tools.
Currently, Mark Day School is somewhat constrained by the structures on its campus that has largely
looked the same since I was young. This project will create 21st century learning experience for all
students for years to come.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors of which I am one, that is
based on respect for one another. I believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and
Creativity Lab is in keeping with this relationship and as a proud Mark Day School neighbor and
community member I am in support of such a project. I urge you to support the project for our
community as well.
0 =;
Sincerely,
Liza and Cenk Ozkay
428 'Montecillo Rd
San Rafael
Sent from Whone
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Steve Stafford
From: Karena Zakhour <Kzakhour@aptech-online.com>
Sent: Sunday, November 09, 2014 7:00 PM
To: Steve Stafford; superintendent@dixiieschooldistrict.org
Subject: Mark Day School Project
Dear Mr. Stafford and Dr. Lohwasser,
I am writing to express my avid support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark Day
School. My children are alumni of the school and this project will significantly improve the overall
educational experience for future generations of students there. As a San Rafael resident, I believe that this
campus enhancement will be a tremendous asset to the community. Being apart of the Mark Day School
community for over 10 years, they have always done things with consideration of everyone around them, in
fact, they instill this trait with the children. I remember that they used to have the children deliver cookies
over the holidays to the neighbors.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab Will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing them to
utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day School is somewhat constrained by
the structures on its 5o year old campus. This project will help create a 21St century learning experience for all
students—from Kindergarten through 8t" Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is based on respect for one
another. I believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity Lab is in keeping with
this relationship. I urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
Karena Zakhour Bacciocco
33 Moncada Way
San Rafael, CA 94901
November 3, 2014
Mr. Steve Stafford
San Rafael Planning Department
San Rafael, CA 94901
Re:. Mark Day School
Dear Steve,
I am writing you to express my support for the Mark Day School proposal to build a
Learning Commons and Creativity Lab. My family has been part of the Mark Day
School (Saint Mark's) Family since my son started as a kindergartener in 2001. Both my
children are alums of Mark Day (Tyler, Class of 2010 and Sophia, Class of 2013). My
wife, Elsa, was an active member of the Board for many years.
I cannot express how much Mark Day has enriched and empowered my children. Tyler
is now a freshman at Berklee College of Music in Boston and Sophia is a sophomore at
Branson High School. The school instilled in them values and skills that they will carry
with them all of their lives; and this is true of the many other students who have attended
and graduated from Mark Day.
Our school is a shining star in the Terra Linda community and certainly an institution that
San Rafael can be proud of. In order to move ahead in the 21St Century, the upgrades that
Mark Day is proposing are crucial in offering our students the very best educational
experience we can provide.
We are not a college or university, or even a high school, but the foundation we offer
students at Mark Day will serve our children throughout their academic and eventually
professional careers.
As parents, we always look to the future, hoping it is the generation of our children that
will make the world a better place. We at Mark Day want to contribute, in our own small
way, to the growth and development of the next generation of citizens who will make this
often -troubled world a better place in which to live. Giving us the opportunity to upgrade
and modernize our facilities is a big step in our continuing quest to bring out the very best
in the young people who attend Mark Day School.
Sincerely,
Kurt Leswing
[419V 0 11, 2014
Steve Stafford
From: Susan Hickey <sue_hickey@sbcglobal.net>
Sent: Monday, November 03, 2014 9:39 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School Project
Dear Mr. Stafford,
After reading the article in this weekends Marin IJ, I feel compelled to write to you in support of the
Mark Day School project. I am a long time resident of Terra Linda and feel that this situation could
turn into another Grady Ranch disaster for our school district and community.
I have full faith and trust in the planning commissions process and expect that this project will be
subject to a fair and thorough review. Mark Day School has rented the Terra Linda site for many
years and has done a great job of maintaining the school grounds and buildings. The playground is
wonderful and my children have enjoyed playing on the structure many times. My children have also
practiced and played on the soccer field that is maintained by the school. I would hate to see these
community benefits as well as the revenue our Dixie District receives from the site be stifled by a few
vocal neighbors that have been fed misinformation about the intention of the school.
Respectfully,
Sue Hickey
371 Holly Dr.
Steve Stafford
From: Stefany Snyder <stefanysnyder@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, November 02, 2014 10:08 PM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Support for the Mark Day School project
Dear Mr. Stafford,
We are writing to express our support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at
Mark Day School. We feel it will benefit both the school and the community of Terra Linda.
Our children attend Mark Day School and this project will significantly enhance their educational
experience. The school's 50 year old facilities are in need of renovation and expansion in order to
provide 21st century learning opportunities. We see great benefit in providing our children with a
library space that can adequately meet the diverse needs of a K-8 student body and a lab space to
allow for hands-on discovery. The proposed design beautifully meets these needs. As Terra Linda
residents, we feel that this campus enhancement will also be a valuable asset to the community. It
moves the city, the neighborhood and the school forward by providing a modern, sustainable building
that will enable our children to learn the skills they need in today's world.
At the heart of Mark Day School's philosophies is that we, as individuals, are an integral part of our
communities - both locally and globally - and that our decisions can affect others. This is an integral
part of of the Mark Day School curriculum and it is embedded in all that they do. In this same spirit,
MDS has been committed to working with it's neighbors to minimize the building's impact on the
neighborhood. We think that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons is beneficial to both
the school and the community and gives all an opportunity to see what innovation and thoughtful
change can bring. We urge you to support this project.
Sincerely,
Stefany and Dale Snyder
814 Butternut Drive
San Rafael, CA 94903
Steve Stafford
From:
Noel Olson <rneolson@sbcglobal.net>
Sent:
Saturday, November 01, 2014 1:15 PM
To:
Steve Stafford
Cc:
Diana Steinbach; TerraLindaCares@yahoo.com
Subject:
Mark Day Design
Dear Steve,
As an MDS neighbor, I am shocked by the completely out of place behemoth MDS has proposed for the site. Not only
have I had to endure their excessive traffic and almost being run down in cross walks, the tall chain link fence they
erected recently remains padlocked -contrary to what I was told.
MDS has not considered the impact on the surrounding homes, nor do they care to blend in to my neighborhood of
relatively modest homes. Why does my quality of life have to suffer due to their grandiosity?
Not to mention that my tax dollars support a crowded Dixie School District that by rights should take the school back for
increased enrollment. Why are the public school kids in portablesM
Not in my backyard or on my taxed back should a 30 -ft building that is technically three stories -not two-( at 8 -ft ceiling
ht) be allowed in Terra Linda.
I have to attend the Dixie School Board meeting which falls on Nov 4th So I will not be present at your design meeting,
Consider this my voice of strong opposition.
Sincerely,
Noel E. Olson
593 Tamarack Drive
Sent from my iPhone
Steve Stafford
From: aaws <aaws@sbcglobal.net>
Sent: Saturday, November 01, 2014 8:40 AM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School
Dear Mr. Stafford,
We are writing to express our support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark Day
School. Our child is a student at the school and this project will significantly improve his overall educational
experience. As San Rafael residents, we also believe that this campus enhancement will be a tremendous asset
to the community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing them to
utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day School is somewhat constrained by the
structures on its 50 year old campus. This project will help create a 21St century learning experience for all
students — from Kindergarten through 8th Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is based on respect ,for one
another. We believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity Lab is in keeping
with this relationship. We urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
Michael & Won Sim
240 Baypoint Dr.
San Rafael, CA 94901
21 Clark Street
San Rafael, CA. 94901
www.zipremit.com
October 31, 2014
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity
Lab at Mark Day School. My children are students at the school and this project will
significantly improve their overall educational experience. As a San Rafael resident and
an executive operating a high-technology company, I appreciate the significance of
providing these unique resources to . students as they enter our global economy. This
campus enhancement will be a tremendous asset to the community and bring it
significant recognition.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty,
allowing them to utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark
Day School is somewhat constrained by the structures on its 50 year old campus. This
project will help create a 21st century learning experience for all students — from
Kindergarten through 8"' Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is based on
respect for one another. The design and purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity
Lab is consistent with maintaining this strong relationship.
I urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
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Andrew M. Ling
President and CEO
Steve Stafford
From: Wengian Dou <wengiandou@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 30, 201410:06 PM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Support building project of Mark Day School
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark
Day School. My child is a student at the school and this project will significantly improve his overall
educational experience. As a San Rafael resident, I also believe that this campus enhancement will
be a tremendous asset to the community. Personally, we feel so blessed that we have a variety of
options to choose from when looking for a school to place our son, and eventually our 3 -year old
daughter as well.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing
them to utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day School is somewhat
constrained by the structures on its 50 year old campus. This project will help create a 21St century
learning experience for all students — from .Kindergarten through 8t" Grade. Being in Bay Area, the
center of innovation and high technology of the world, we want our children to be part of it and have
hands-on experiences by day-to-day learning.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is based on respect for
one another. I believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity Lab is in
keeping with this relationship. I urge you to kindly support this project.
Best regards,
Wenqian
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Wenqian Dou, PhD, PE
76 Waterside Circle, San Rafael CA 94903
Email: wengiandoun@gymail.com
Cell#: (415) 265-4828
.I hear and I forget I see and I remember. I do and I randerstaand •- Confuchis
October 30, 14
Mr. Steve Stafford
City of San Rafael Planning
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and
Creativity Lab at Mark Day School. Two of my children are students at the
school and this project will improve and significantly contribute to the learning
experience they are having at Mark Day School. Additionally we are very proud
that this great school is part of the San Rafael community and believe the
campus enhancement will add a great deal it.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and
faculty, allowing them to utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right
now, Mark Day School is somewhat constrained by the structures on its 50 year
old campus. This project will help create a 21St century learning experience for all
students — from Kindergarten through 8t" Grade.
We have always noted Mark Day School as a school that is very respectful and
mindful of the relationship they have with neighbors. We believe they have
significantly contributed to the neighborhood and are respectful of our
neighborhood friends.
I know they have gone to great lengths and expense to be sure the plan is in
keeping with that spirit - utilizing its existing footprint and considering the
surrounding area and environment. As San Rafael residents we urge you to
support the project.
Sincerely,
Rosemary and David Hattenbach
217 Knight Drive
San Rafael 94901
Oct. 29, 2014
Elizabeth A. Jordan (Betty)
800A McClay Rd
Novato, CA. 94947
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing this letter of support for the approval to build a Learning
Commons (school library) and Creativity Lab to replace the existing
administrative building at the front of the Mark Day School. I write this
letter with "two hats." I am the grandparent of a student at MDS and the past
principal of Vallecito School (2000 — 20012) so I am familiar with the
school and with the community.
I believe all students should have the opportunity to be educated in state of
the art facilities. This building will provide flexible space that is adaptable
for hands-on student collaboration and other styles of learning, and contains
the collection; technology, and other resources that students and teachers use
daily in the program.
This facility will be funded totally by outside sources, which will be a
wonderful addition to the Dixie School District, owner of the property.
In the years I worked at Vallecito I had a cordial relationship with Damon
Kirby, the headmaster at that time. He was always sensitive to the neighbors
and our school whenever any project was being contemplated. This pattern
has continued. I have listed below some of the steps the board has taken to
address possible issues for the neighbors:
1) During the design process, the school considered what is important to
the neighborhood such as:
a) Not asking for an enrollment increase
b) Not increasing traffic
c) Maintaining the number of parking spaces on campus
d) Maintaining open space
e) Not increasing the school's footprint
f) Maintaining access to the playing fields, the basketball
To the San Rafael Design Review Board,
As a resident of San Rafael and having been a member of the Mark Day School (formerly
Saint Mark's School) community for 14 years with our two children, I wanted to
communicate my support for the project you will consider involving new building on the
Mark Day School campus in Terra Linda.
In serving as a Trustee for the School for 11 years, I am quite familiar with the very real
need for the Mark Day to replace an aging legacy school facility with carefully
considered space that'is designed to meet the needs of 21St century teaching and learning
best practices, particularly as those practices relate to experiential and hands on
approaches.
The building design developed by EHDD, the projects architects, provides for open and
flexible space, a multi faceted library, more functional administrative offices, meeting
spaces, energy efficiency, retention of green space and a compatibility with the site and
existing architecture, all considered important elements in meeting the school's design
parameters.
The building benefits from a large set back from the front entrance, is consistent with the
already existing height and massing of the bookend two story gymnasium and
arts/science structures, and has minimal if any impact to neighboring properties.
Contrary to neighbor concerns, the project will address design deficiencies and a
deteriorating facility in such a way as to likely enhance value throughout the
neighborhood, not unlike the relationship my Forbes neighborhood has with Marin
Academy. Though change can be unsettling, new carefully designed structures that
support the educational mission and resulting high regard of these schools prove to be
valuable community assets.
Notable with this project, unlike the one recently approved by the Planning Commission
for Marin Academy, Mark Day School is not seeking an increase in student enrollment
and the project will not impact the availability of off street parking on the campus.
Mark Day School has been a well-respected and valued k-8 Independent School in Marin
since 1982 and provides a rigorous yet balanced academic experience for 380 children
throughout Marin and is a good neighbor to the residents of Terra Linda.
Thank you,
Jay Ferguson
222 H St
San Rafael, Ca
October 29, 2014
Dear Mr. Stafford,
We are writing to express our support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
at Mark Day School. Our son is a first grade student at the school and this project will
significantly improve his overall educational experience and that of children for years to come.
As San Rafael residents, we also believe that this campus enhancement will be a tremendous
asset to the community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty,
allowing them to utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day
School is somewhat constrained by the structures on its 50 year old campus. This project will
help create a 21St century learning experience for all students—from Kindergarten through Stn
Grade.
In addition, this modification of the existing building will be an aesthetic improvement without
increasing the neighborhood traffic, nor will it block any views for the surrounding
neighborhood.
The Mark Day School community prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is
based on respect for one another. We believe that the design and purpose of the Learning
Commons and Creativity Lab is in keeping with this relationship. We urge you to support the
project.
Sincerely, .
Nicolle Henneuse & Peter Billington
so Oakmont Avenue
San Rafael, CA 94901
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From: Amy McConnell <acmcconnell@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2014 3:24 PM
To: Steve Stafford
Subject: Mark Day School proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab
Dear Mr. Stafford,
I am writing to express my support for the proposed Learning Commons and Creativity Lab at Mark Day
School. My child is a student at the school and this project will significantly improve her overall educational
experience. As a San Rafael resident, I also believe that this campus enhancement will be a tremendous asset
to the community.
The Learning Commons and Creativity Lab will open new doors for students and faculty, allowing them to
utilize more modern and flexible spaces and tools. Right now, Mark Day School is somewhat constrained by
the structures on its So year old campus. This project will help create a 21St century learning experience for all
students—from Kindergarten through 8th Grade.
Mark Day School prides itself on having a relationship with its neighbors that is based on respect for one
another. I believe that the design and purpose of the Learning Commons and Creativity Lab is in keeping with
this relationship. I urge you to support the project.
Sincerely,
Amy Carlson McConnell
112 Eye Street
San Rafael, CA 94901
(415) 595-3934