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Category: Public Works

Grand Avenue Class IV Cycle Track

The Grand Avenue Class IV Cycle Track Project will implement a two-way protected bikeway (Class IV) and new sidewalk on the east side of Grand Avenue from Second Street to Fourth Street in San Rafael.  This project will also provide a safe and separated bicycle connection for residents and visitors of East San Rafael to … Continued

Spinnaker Point parking modification

Construction continued this week on Public Works’ Spinnaker Point Park Modification project.  The project had been on hold for the past couple of weeks due to the recent weather conditions.  The current forecast shows at least a week of dry weather ahead.  Our contractor, Michael Paul, will be moving quickly to complete the project by … Continued

Safe routes to school

Safe Routes to Schools (SR2S) Program works to relieve traffic congestion around schools by promoting alternatives to commuting to school, such as walking, biking, taking the bus and carpooling. The program helps improve safety, promote a healthy lifestyle for youth and enhance the sense of community in neighborhoods. Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) and the … Continued

Utilization of mobile column lifts

One of the benefits of having mobile column lifts is that they offer maneuverability and can be easily moved.  They are very user friendly and allows workers unrestricted views of the underside of vehicles.  In the photo below, Garage Technician II Angel Lopez is shown getting ready to replace a faulty automatic transmission from one … Continued

Third Street Improvement Project – 01/13/2023 weekly update

The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK (January 9 – January 13): Due to wet weather affecting construction, … Continued

Temporary Road Closure – Cijos St. – 1/17/2023

MMWD’s sub-contractor WK McClellan will be temporarily closing Cijos St to complete pavement restoration for a leak repair. The road closure will happen Tuesday, January 17, from approximately 8 A.M. – 4 P.M., weather permitting. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2210-055 and notifications have been provided to affected properties.  

Night Work notification – 1/14/2023 – 557 Francisco Blvd. E

PG&E’s subcontractor, Pinnacle Power Services, will be performing electrical utility work by 557 Francisco Blvd E on Saturday, 1/14 from approximately 8P.M to 4 A.M. The work requires the power to be turned off in the area so the work is happening on a weekend night to minimize impacts to the businesses. The road will … Continued

Third Street Improvement Project – 01/06/2023 weekly update

The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK (January 2 – January 6): No work was performed on January … Continued

Temporary Road Closure – 12/30/2022 – Fair Dr. by Lincoln Ave.

PG&E will be temporarily closing Fair Dr by the intersection of Lincoln Ave to install a weather station on the power pole in the vicinity. The road closure will happen Friday, December 30th from approximately 9A.M – 3P.M. (weather permitting).They have an approved encroachment permit EP2212-045 and notifications have been provided to the residents. Public … Continued

Third Street Improvement Project – 12/23/2022 weekly update

The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK (December 19 – December 23): Construction crews formed the stairs at … Continued

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