The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK July 10 – July 14 Construction crews set new...
Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Mother & doe spotted hanging in the grass in front of Falkirk Cultural Center Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats Vicki Fernandez! The photo featured in the last Snapshot quiz is of 712 D St., a unique building in downtown San Rafael home to...
FOTO DE SPOTLIGHT Madre y cierva vistas pasando el rato junto al césped frente al Centro Cultural Falkirk Crédito de la foto: Bernadette Sullivan, Oficina del Administrador de la Ciudad RESPUESTA ¡Felicidades Vicki Fernandez! La foto del último cuestionario de Snapshot es del 712 de la calle D, un edificio único en el centro...
San Rafael Design Review Board Tuesday, July 18th, 2023 | 6:00 p.m. On July 18, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. the Design Review Board will conduct a public hearing for this project and seek community input as well as provide comments on the overall site plan for the entire project and will include review of: pedestrian...
The City Council will consider introducing an ordinance regulating camping on public property at a Special City Council meeting on July 10, 2023, at 7 p.m. The staff report and ordinance text are published on the City’s website. Summary of Proposed Ordinance The proposed ordinance keeps the existing rules on camping on public property in the City, but...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cristine Alilovich City Manager 415-485-3070 cristine.alilovich@cityofsanrafael.org San Rafael Hires New Finance Director San Rafael, CA – July 7, 2023 – The City of San Rafael is pleased to announce Paul Navazio as the new Finance Director, effective July 10, 2023. Navazio brings extensive financial expertise and a proven track record of...
July 5, 2023 - The City of San Rafael received notice from the California Department of Housing and Community Development that its 2023-2031 (“6th Cycle”) Housing Element has been found in substantial compliance with State Law. The Housing Element was adopted by the City Council on May 15, 2023. Its certification is a major...
BID NOTIFICATION SAN RAFAEL, CA July 5, 2023– The City of San Rafael is pleased to announce the release of our Request for Proposal (RFP) for an Automated Materials Handling System (AMH) for the Downtown San Rafael Public Library. The AMH checks-in and sorts returned library materials and immediately provides updates to patron accounts utilizing...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cristine Alilovich City Manager 415-485-3070 cristine.alilovich@cityofsanrafael.org San Rafael Appoints Human Resources Director San Rafael, CA – July 1, 2023 – The City of San Rafael is pleased to announce that Marissa Sanchez has been selected as their Human Resource Director, following her successful tenure as Interim Human Resource Director since February...
Magnolia Park Kitchen has been selected as the City's newest "Waste Wise Business Spotlight", which recognizes businesses that go above and beyond in reducing waste and promoting recycling. Join us in celebrating Magnolia Park Kitchen, a local gem on Fourth Street in San Rafael, for its outstanding commitment to sustainability and the new Reusable Foodware...
PG&E will be temporarily closing St Francis Ln to replace a gas service in the area. The road closure will happen Wednesday, June 28, from approximately 9 A.M. – 4 P.M. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2209-008 and notifications have been provided to affected properties.
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK June 19 – June 23 Construction crews excavated for...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Edison Power Constructors, will be working at night to replace power poles near 800 Mission Ave. The night work is schedule for Thursday, 6/22 from approximately 8 P.M to 5 A.M. The work requires power to be turned off in the area and the traffic signal at the Mission Ave & Lincoln Ave...
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic PG&E will be temporarily closing Chula Vista to replace a gas service in the area. The road closure will happen Thursday, June 22, from approximately 9 A.M. – 5 P.M. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2302-026 and notifications...
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be temporarily closing Upper Fremont Dr to perform vegetative maintenance around their power lines. The road closure will happen Tuesday June 20, from approximately 9 A.M. – 2 P.M. They have an approved...
On June 14th Public Works Director April Miller participated in a Joint Legislative Visit Day hosted by the American Public Works Association and American Society of Civil Engineers at the California State Capital. Public works officials and consultants met with members and representatives from the State Assembly and State Senate to express our support for...
Construction Start: April 2023 Estimated Completion: Summer 2024 Work on the San Quentin Pump Station Reconstruction project continues with the foundation of the new pump station. As shown in the picture above, the concrete floating slab has been installed and the formwork for the pump bays that will house the new pumps is being prepared....
Public Works is excited to have two new junior engineers join the Capital Improvement Projects team. Sage Crosby received her Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering – Sustainable Design/Construction – Structures from Stanford University and has her Engineer-In-Training certification. She previously worked as a Junior Designer at a Structural Engineering firm. One interesting fact...
Road markings are important as they help make the roads safer for pedestrians and drivers as well as ensure that traffic flows smoothly. Over time, these markings can fade and wear out making it difficult for drivers to see. Recently, a double yellow line was added on the curved sections of roadway along Mission St....
Kelly Abey joined DPW on June 16th as the 6th annual Honorary Dean Allison Intern. She has lived in San Rafael her whole life until college, where she goes to UC Davis. She recently finished her third year at Davis, double majoring in Environmental Policy, Analysis, and Planning and Sustainable Environmental Design. She is extremely...
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK June 12 – June 16 Construction crews excavated for a new...
FOTO DE SPOTLIGHT Bandera del Orgullo Gay ondeando en la Alcaldía Crédito de foto: Bernadette Sullivan, Oficina de Administrador Municipal RESPUESTA ¡Felicidades a Ruth-Louise Mora, La foto que destacamos en la última edición de Snapshot, ¡donde puede encontrar un pavorreal y cerdos que viven juntos en San Rafael fue captada en Servicios Sanitarios de...
Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Pride flag flying over City Hall Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats Ruth-Louise Moran! The photo featured in the last Snapshot quiz where we can find peacocks and pigs living together in San Rafael is located at Marin Sanitary Services on Jacoby street!...
The Fire Department’s prescribed herbivory, (grazing) program is underway in Open Space across San Rafael. We are excited to share that we also have a flock of sheep this year who are hard at work munching away for wildfire mitigation. This week, the sheep are moving through Robert Dollar Open Space where they will be...
Project Update The contractor replaced sewer main and sewer laterals and temporarily paved on Jordan St and Locust St The contractor is replacing sewer main and sewer laterals on El Camino Drive from June 22th to June 30th The contractor replaces sewer main and sewer laterals on Ivy Lane and Marten Blvd from July 3rd to...
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK June 5 – June 9 Construction crews excavated for the new...
In partnership with Bahia Vista Elementary School, the City is piloting a two-month overnight parking pilot program to address the parking issue in the Canal. This is a pilot program, and its continuation will depend on its success. Where: Bahia Vista Elementary Parking Lot When: June 15 - August 15, 2023 Cost: June 15 -...
Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo State of the City Dinner Photo Credit: Joanne Webster | San Rafael Chamber of Commerce Last Quiz Question Congrats Molly Blauvelt! The photo featured in the last Snapshot quiz was of a black-crowned night heron hanging out at the Marin Civic Center lagoon. Congratulations, Molly, and thanks for...
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK May 29 – June 2: Construction crews pulled fiber optic cable...
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK May 22 - May 26 Construction crews replaced the sanitary sewer...
