Our Team

Founded by community.

SRPPS was founded by San Rafael residents who share a belief in the power of great public spaces to strengthen community.  We are led by an all- volunteer Board and Advisory Committee who feel passionately about the potential of our City. SRPPS is endorsed by a range of organizations and community leaders in San Rafael, including the Downtown BID, the City of San Rafael City Manager, and Mayor Kate Colin.

Our Board

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Jennifer Skinner
Co-Founder

A 10-year San Rafael resident and 28-year Marin County resident, Jennifer Skinner serves on the San Rafael Public Art Review Board. She is an entrepreneur, professional photographer, dedicated community volunteer, and member of the Marin Garden Club. As Co-Founder, Jennifer brings a deep commitment to enhancing quality of life in San Rafael, combining her passion for plants, public art, and welcoming community spaces to advance the mission of the San Rafael Partnership for Public Spaces.

Ellyn Weisel
Co-Founder

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Ellyn Weisel is a longtime San Rafael resident. Deeply engaged in San Rafael's civic and community life, she co-founded the San Rafael Partnership for Public Spaces to champion public art, beautification, and community spaces. Ellyn serves on nonprofit boards including the Gruber Family Foundation and the Kelly Brush Foundation grant committee. Professionally, Ellyn is Executive Director of WildCare, the San Rafael wildlife hospital and environmental education organization, and has served there since 2016.

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Kuosen Fung
Treasurer

Kuosen Fung is a San Rafael resident, Certified Financial Planner, and community supporter. He brings decades of experience as a trusted financial professional to SRPPS.

Ayla Yaitanes
Secretary

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A longtime San Rafael resident, Ayla Yaitanes has raised her two sons in San Rafael City Schools and has a deep connection to the city she calls home. Ayla is also an active member of Just 1 Thing, focused on reducing disposable plastics and promoting sustainable choices. She brings nearly 20 years of experience in the medical device industry, working with hospitals to reduce pharmaceutical-related risks. She is excited to offer her professional experience and local perspective to help make a positive difference in San Rafael. 

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Ross Dreyer
Special Projects

Ross Dreyer has lived in Marin County for more than 20 years, including more than a decade in San Rafael. An attorney by profession, Ross has worked at a variety of law firms and technology and social media companies. He previously served as a trustee of the Marin County Law Library. Ross is joining the SRPPS Board as a way to give back to the community he calls home and is eager to help make San Rafael an even better place to live and work.

Advisory Committee

Our Advisory Committee brings together community members with experience in design, business, philanthropy, arts and culture, nonprofit leadership, and civic engagement to provide perspective, expertise, and connections as SRPPS grows.

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Scott Tseckeras
Landscape Design Professional

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Robert Sandoval
Community leader, Attorney

Endorsed by

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