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Residents press San Rafael council for transparency and safeguards on 350 Merriddale interim shelter
Summary
Multiple San Rafael residents told the council they want clearer policies and neighborhood oversight for the 350 Merriddale interim shelter, citing concern about liability, enforcement of conduct rules and contradictory public messages; council and staff said community engagement and oversight options are under consideration.
San Rafael — During public comment Monday, several residents urged the City Council to provide clearer oversight, transparency and enforceable conduct rules for the 350 Merriddale interim shelter and the project’s transition to permanent housing.
Wayne Rayburn, who identified himself as a San Rafael Meadows resident, said he was concerned about neighborhood liability and the risk of hosting 65 shelter cabins near residential areas. “Are we being set up for lawsuits by putting in the 65 homeless people in 350 Merriddale?” Rayburn asked.
Gregory Andrew, who submitted a written comment, and Frank Mason raised a separate but related concern about communications and…
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