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San Rafael highlights progress on economic strategy, cites large development pipeline
Summary
City staff told the Economic Development & Housing Subcommittee that 20 of 31 strategic-plan tasks are implemented or underway, the San Rafael Go business-support program handled roughly 25 active inquiries in 2025, and a pipeline of major residential projects could bring substantial near-term investment.
San Rafael officials on Feb. 17 reported tangible progress implementing the city's 2023 economic strategy plan and outlined next steps to support businesses and manage a heavy development pipeline.
Stacy Lauman, the city's economic development program manager, said the city has moved about 20 of the plan's 31 tasks into implementation and continues to expand programs to aid local businesses. "In 2025, we have continued to activate the San Rafael Go program," Lauman said. She told the committee the program fielded roughly 25 in-depth inquiries from firms seeking sites or permits in the city last year.
Why it matters: staff framed the update as a moment to consolidate early wins while preparing for growth. Lauman pointed to three policy areas where the city expects continued emphasis: business support and permitting assistance, targeted economic incentives, and leveraging public-art and event programming…
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