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San Rafael Update: Tier Status, Vaccine Eligibility, CA Rent Relief Program, & More

While Marin County remains in the Red Tier 2 for another week, the State of California confirmed Marin has met the Orange -level criteria for seven of the required 14 days. If we maintain this progress we can expect to move into the Orange Tier 3 on Tuesday, March 23 (effective March 24).  In Dr. Matt Willis’ weekly video update to the Marin County Board of Supervisors, the County’s Public Health Officer reviewed current COVID-19 … Continued

Fire Station 54 & 55 Pre-Qualification Results

On January 28, 2021, the City of San Rafael issued a pre-qualification questionnaire for the Fire Station 54 & 55 construction project to pre-qualify contractors that can bid on the project. Submissions were due on February 16, 2021. The following is a list of the contractors who have pre-qualified for this project (listed in alphabetical … Continued

City Council meeting presentation recap: 101 NB Central San Rafael off-ramp bridge replacement project

On the March 15th City Council meeting, the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) presented an informational report on the 101 NB Central San Rafael Off-Ramp Bridge Replacement project. This is a major improvement project that requires heavy construction and will cause disruption to residents and businesses. Special thanks to Caltrans Regional Project Manager, Wajahat Nyaz, … Continued

Public Works Land Development is hiring a Junior Engineer!

View the recruitment flyer This job assists in the development and management of public works construction projects or programs through every phase, including mapping, drafting, reporting and field inspection. We are seeking a candidate who is up to the challenge of working in a dynamic department. This job will require creative problem-solving, community engagement, and … Continued

Snapshot — from the desk of City Manager, Jim Schutz

Spotlight Photo Staff and volunteers from the SF/Marin Food Bank are cheerful in the rain during the weekly food distribution site at Pickleweed Park. There are currently at least 10 weekly food distribution sites throughout the City of San Rafael serving an average of about 3,000 households a week. Photo Credit: Jill Tokutomi  Last Quiz Question Shout out to William Little for being the first … Continued

101 Viaduct Encampment

Throughout California, there is only shelter capacity for approximately 30% of people experiencing homelessness. This same ratio holds in Marin. One of the most visible manifestations of unsheltered homelessness is encampments. According to the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development, encampments: May be a core group of people who are known to one another … Continued

San Rafael Update: Tier Update, Black Regional Town Hall, Testing, & more

Marin County remains in Tier 2 (red status) for its third week. In order for us to advance to Tier 3 (orange status) we must meet all criteria for Tier 3 for two consecutive weeks before advancing. Marin’s current numbers on the data dashboard reflect the daily changes in three metrics:  Cases reported per day: 4.2  Countywide test positivity: 1.5%  Test positivity in the … Continued

Dining Under the Lights returns 3/11 – Thurs & Fri night 4th Street closure

Dining Under the Lights is returning to downtown San Rafael every Thursday and Friday night beginning Thursday March 11! Launched in summer 2020 in partnership with the Downtown Business Improvement District, the City’s Dining Under the Lights program was a direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic to support our downtown restaurants and bars by enabling … Continued

San Rafael Update: Tier Status, Vaccine News, Variants, & more

Yesterday, the State provided its weekly tier assessment update for Marin County. Marin remains in Tier 2 (red status) for its second week. In order for us to advance to Tier 3 (orange status) we must remain in Tier 2  for a minimum of three weeks, and we must meet all criteria for Tier 3 for two consecutive weeks before advancing.  During the Marin County Board of Supervisors meeting yesterday morning, Dr. Matt Willis provided an update concerning the local COVID-19 response. His … Continued

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