San Rafael board opts for provisional appointment to fill Area 5 vacancy

Oct 15, 2025

The San Rafael City Schools Board voted to use a provisional appointment process to fill the Area 5 board seat vacated in October, setting an application timeline and retaining the option to hold a special election — which would cost an estimated $23,600–$37,100 if chosen.

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The San Rafael City Schools Board of Education voted to conduct a provisional appointment to fill the Area 5 board seat vacated in October, rather than order a special election. The board framed an advertising and interview timeline intended to satisfy the 60-day requirement in board policy.

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