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Snapshot — United Against Hate, Housing, Potential Roundabouts, & More

Snapshot in Espanol Spotlight Photo The Downtown San Rafael Day of the Dead Car Procession was held last Saturday, October 23rd. Join continued Day of the Dead festivities Saturday, November 6th at our Albert J. Boro Community Center—see our events section for more details! PHOTO CREDIT: Jim Schutz, San Rafael City Manager  Last Quiz Question Congrats to Edward Chin for being … Continued

Road closures for Marin Endurance Festival (10/30 to 10/31)

On Saturday, October 30 and Sunday, October 31, Point San Pedro Road between Main Drive and China Camp will be closed from 8:30 am to approximately 1:30 pm for the Marin Endurance Festival. Detours will be in place. Motorists are advised to drive with caution and follow all posted traffic signals. For questions and concerns, … Continued

Full Ramp Closure RESCHEDULED for US-101 Central San Rafael (10/30 – 10/31)

Last week, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) was scheduled to fully close the 101 Northbound Central San Rafael exit for the full weekend for work on the 101 NB Central San Rafael Off-Ramp Bridge Replacement project. Due to weather conditions, they had to shorten the closure. Subsequently, to complete the remaining work, Caltrans will … Continued

2020 Sewer Pipe Repair & Replacement Project – Phase 1 (Complete)

This project was completed on October 1, 2020 by D&D Pipelines, Inc.  D&D completed the Ross Street and D Street work but was not able to complete the 2nd Street work due complications in the pipeline that would have expanded the originally intended scope of this project.  This work well be added to another future … Continued

Woodland Ave Sewer Improvement Project Progress

Work on this project has progressed well, as the sewer main pipe and lower lateral sections have been installed at all locations to include Lindaro Street, Woodland Avenue, Octavia Street, B Street and Woodland Place.  Remaining work includes installation of the upper laterals for Woodland Place.  These laterals are brand new as the District has moved … Continued

REMINDER: STARTING TOMORROW (10/22 – 10/25) – full weekend full off-ramp closure for NB US 101 Central San Rafael

REMINDER: The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will begin the second 55-hour weekend closure for the 101 NB Central San Rafael Off-Ramp Bridge Replacement project. Due to weather conditions, the closure times have now changed. The closure will start on Friday, October 22 at 7 pm and reopen on Monday, October 25 at 5 am. Please note: these dates … Continued

Francisco Blvd East Resurfacing Construction Commences

The long awaited resurfacing of Francisco Boulevard East from Grand Avenue to Vivian Street has commenced. The City’s contractor Ghilotti Construction Company started preparatory work for the Francisco Boulevard Resurfacing Project on Wednesday, October 13th and will be switching to nightwork on Monday, October 18th. The resurfacing of the roadway will take approximately two weeks … Continued

Homelessness and Housing: Service Support Area Update

The City of San Rafael continues to operate the Service Support Areas (SSA) for those experiencing homelessness and continues to see positive results. As part of the collaboration with Caltrans, the County of Marin, CHP, and multiple service organizations, this designated space located between Fifth and Mission in downtown San Rafael provides: Full time security Restrooms Handwashing stations Garbage pick-up Regular … Continued

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