Council introduces ordinance to clarify Public Works director's authority over designs
Jan 21, 2026
Jan 21, 2026
The council introduced an ordinance that clarifies the director of public works (and qualified designees) may give discretionary approvals on public works plans and specifications to preserve design immunity protections; motion to introduce passed 5–0.
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The San Rafael City Council on Jan. 20 introduced an ordinance to clarify that the director of public works, and properly qualified designees, have the discretionary authority to approve public works designs, plans and specifications prior to construction.
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