Category: Public Works

Pickleweed Playground Equipment, Place Your Vote!

The San Rafael Department of Public Works is in collaboration with San Rafael Community Services Department to replace the play structures at Pickleweed Park and we’re looking for feedback from the community. Please help spread the word; residents are encouraged and welcome to attend the Pickleweed Advisory Board Community Meeting next Wednesday, February 6 from 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Those who cannot attend can view and vote for their favorite play structure designs online. … Continued

Update: Road Closure on Monday 2/11 on 2nd Street between A Street and Lindaro Street

PG&E has been working along 2nd Street and Lindaro Street during the evenings the last few months to remove a casing from their 16-inch gas transmission line. Following an inspection, it was determined that a welded repair on the pipeline is now required. To get this done, 2nd Street will be closed from A street to Lindaro Street beginning on Monday 2/11 from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Please use alternative routes to … Continued

Public Works & Sanitation Open House March 27, 2019

Have you ever wondered how our pump stations work or what happens when you call us to report an issue? Take a guided tour of our facility and shops. Get a close up tour of all the equipment and vehicles that keep our City safe. Learn about our City’s infrastructure, active and upcoming projects and speak to the people … Continued

1/30/19 – Sidewalk Repair Program Update: Sun Valley Construction

Construction at the following four addresses is anticipated to begin February 11th, weather dependent: 150 Forbes Ave 1623 Fifth Ave 1702 Fifth Ave 210 H Street Construction on average is anticipated to take up to 5 days, starting with demolition of the existing sidewalk, removal of minor tree roots, followed by placement of the forms … Continued

1/25/2019 – Update: Public Safety Center

The Contractor continues to install the building structural steel. There are multiple activities occurring in the basement level such as mechanical, electrical and plumbing rough in. The scaffolding around the perimeter is also being installed.

1/25/2019 – Update: Fire Station 57

The new year gave a refreshed impetus to the construction team. With the advantage of a watertight building, the contractor has multiple trades working simultaneously in almost all areas of the fire station. Mechanical, electrical, plumbing and sprinkler crews are installing interior rough in throughout. The metal stairs are in place, facilitating material and personnel … Continued

1/25/2019 – Update: Fire Station 52

The team is quickly approaching the finish line at Fire Station 52. The contractor has completed the training classroom, the training tower and is working on the last details of the fire station building. Soon after completing the interior finishes, in the next several weeks, the team will start testing and commissioning the mechanical and … Continued

1/25/2019 – Cone College 101

Public Works is taking advantage of the break in the weather to focus on an essential training. It’s called “Cone College” but it’s really all about roadway safety. The rules of the road are in place placed to protect everyone – vehicles, bicyclists and/or pedestrians. It’s a major investment in the organization and a great … Continued

1/25/2019 – Bret Harte Park Restroom Installation

The City’s contractor McNabb construction placed the restroom this week with the assistance a 60-ton crane. The park should be open by the end of next week and after PG&E installs the new electrical meter the restroom will be open and ready to use.

1/25/2019 – Engineering and Traffic Surveys

With the help of W-Trans, a transportation consulting firm, the Traffic Division is wrapping up and updating the Engineering and Traffic Surveys, or more commonly known as Speed Limits. Every 10 years, Public Works is required to collect traffic volumes and vehicle speeds on the streets in San Rafael with posted speed limits to see … Continued