SMART’s contracting team continues to make progress on Andersen Dr. A team of contractors are simultaneously working to install portions of the multi-use pathway near the railroad crossing, traffic signal infrastructure, and earthwork preparatory to the new railroad tracks being installed. The contracting team is diligently scheduling the phasing of work at the intersection of … Continued
According to the 2017 Homeless Point-in-Time Count, of the 1,100 people experiencing homelessness in Marin, only 15% were employed. Despite this very low rate of employment, of the people who were unemployed, only 23% reported being unable to work. Therefore, there is a tremendous opportunity to help people experiencing homelessness in Marin reenter the workforce. … Continued
Bike to Work Week encourages commuters and others to get out of their car and use a bicycle to get to and from their work. Safe paths for bicyclists are essential to make riding a real possibility for commuters. The City will conduct a one week pilot project from May 7 to 11 to coincide with Bike … Continued
Quality of Life in San Rafael The City of San Rafael is a great place to live, do business, raise a family and retire. Our city services, including public safety, parks and recreation, contribute to the quality of life that makes San Rafael such a desirable place to live. On March 6, 2018, the City … Continued
The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to City of San Rafael by Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, … Continued
At their 7 p.m. meeting on Monday evening, the City Council will hear an informational report about the draft City Council Goals & Strategies for Fiscal Year 2018-19. This guiding document consists of a set of goals, strategies, and key implementation tasks for the upcoming fiscal year, and parallels the City budget. The goals are … Continued
At this same meeting, the City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance that, if approved, would set the Paramedic Services Special Tax rate on both residential and non-residential properties in the City of San Rafael, CSA 13, CSA 19, and Marinwood Community Services District (CSD), commencing in Fiscal Year 2018-19. Through … Continued
Also on Monday evening, the City Council will consider using $850,000 in granted bike path funds to purchase steel components to be used to build the multi-use path that will parallel the SMART Larkspur Extension rail line at its crossing near Francisco Boulevard West. The multi-use path will provide a dedicated space for pedestrians, bicyclists, … Continued
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Bike to Work Week encourages commuters and others to get out of their car and use a bicycle to get to and from their work. Safe paths for bicyclists are essential to make riding a real possibility for commuters. The City will conduct a one week pilot project from May 7 to 11 to coincide with Bike … Continued
