City Hall and other offices will be closed to the public from December 23 to January 3, but appointments are available upon request. Public safety and emergency services remain available 24/7.  

Category: SMART Train

Train horn will not blow

Starting Friday, May 12, please be aware that the train horn will not sound at railroad crossings in San Rafael and Novato, unless there is an emergency or when leaving a station. We urge you to be alert and aware at all crossings. Drivers should never stop on the tracks. Never walk on the tracks, … Continued

SMART Testing Update

**UPDATE** SMART released the following update: Thank you for your patience during the brief phase of extended hours of testing critical safety systems. Safety is SMART’s top priority. SMART’s goal is to provide the safest and most reliable rail transit system, utilizing the latest railroad technology.  The extended hours of testing will end today, ahead … Continued

SMART Larkspur Extension

At their meeting on Monday, March 20 at 7 p.m., the City Council will consider authorizing an agreement detailing the City’s collaboration with SMART on construction of projects related to the Larkspur Extension. You may have heard the recent good news that Golden Gate Transit and Marin Transit buses will no longer need to use … Continued

Special Study Session on SMART

On Thursday, January 19 at 5 p.m., the City Council will hold a study session to discuss a variety of issues and projects related to SMART in San Rafael. This meeting is open to the public and will take place in our City Council Chambers at City Hall. Join us to hear about work done … Continued

September is Railroad Safety Month

As SMART progresses with its systemwide testing, we encourage everyone to be #TrackSMART by following railroad safety practices. SMART is asking motorists and pedestrians to be alert and aware at all crossing gates and remember the following safety tips: Never stop your car on the railroad tracks. Do not cross the tracks until you are sure … Continued

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