This op-ed was originally published by the Marin Independent Journal September 15, 2025 at 12:57 PM PDT Growing up in San Rafael, some of my fondest memories are of the library – listening to stories with the children’s librarian, eagerly sorting through summer reading prizes and searching the shelves for my next book. I remember … Continued
The City of San Rafael is excited to announce the reopening of the historic Carnegie Library on August 4 following extensive renovations. The revitalized facility will feature programs and collections for all ages, a restored historic reading room, dedicated areas for public programs and computer access, and much more, all within a refreshed and welcoming … Continued
Preferred Site Design Ready for Public Review – Updated March 10, 2025 Following Round 2 of outreach, the project team consolidated all community feedback to create a preferred site design for Terra Linda Park and Community Center. The preferred design is based on preliminary Concept C, which was the community’s favorite from Round 2, while … Continued
The City of San Rafael is seeking bids from qualified vendors for furniture for the Downtown Carnegie Library. Please see the documents linked below for further details and the complete furniture package. UPDATED DATE: Bids are due WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2025 by the end of day. All questions must be submitted end of day February … Continued
The City of San Rafael is seeking applications from qualified organizations to develop youth-led artwork for a mural in the Pickleweed Branch Library Children’s Room. Pickleweed Library is scheduled for renovation starting Summer 2025 through Spring 2026. The renovation will include a complete interior re-design of the space to better meet community needs, improve the … Continued
Round 2 of community outreach is now complete! We heard from over 400 community members during our virtual and in-person outreach activities in September and October 2024. Participants were excited about the site concepts and proposed enhancements. Based on feedback collected, the community envisions Terra Linda Park and Community Center as a vibrant hub for … Continued
The first round of community outreach for this project was conducted in June and July 2024, and we received excellent feedback! Over 400 community members participated in outreach activities such as pop-up events, community meetings, and a survey. According to participants, Terra Linda Park and Community Center are valued public resources that would benefit from … Continued
The Downtown San Rafael Public Library will be temporarily relocating from 1100 E Street to 1009 4th Street in San Rafael. We are seeking proposals from qualified firms to move freestanding furniture and bookcases, staff boxes and supplies. The move is scheduled for September 3rd – 6th. Please see documents linked below for further details. … Continued
The City of San Rafael is seeking proposals from qualified consultants for Architectural, Engineering, and Interior Design Services for the Pickleweed Branch Library Re-Design Project. Pickleweed Library is located at 50 Canal Street in the Canal neighborhood, a vibrant and diverse area that has traditionally been marked by socio-economic disparities compared to the rest of … Continued
