Upcoming community engagement session for the 350 Merrydale Interim Shelter Project on December 9 at Venetia Valley School from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.        

Category: City News

City Council approves first reading of ordinance and resolutions to establish a mobile vending permit program.

On October 20, the San Rafael City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance and related resolutions to establish a mobile vending permit program in San Rafael. The proposed program takes a three-part approach to address mobile vending in the community by: Strengthening enforcement tools to support fair and consistent compliance. Creating multiple paths to legalization for existing … Continued

Police Department Update on Potential ICE Operations in SF Bay Area

Update 10/24: Bay Area officials have been notified that the planned ICE operation has been cancelled. The City of San Rafael is aware of reports that federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) may be conducting operations in the San Francisco Bay Area, and possibly within our community. At this time, the City has no specific information about … Continued

Demolition Permit Issued  for 516 Canal St.

516 Canal Street – Demolition Permit Issued  The City of San Rafael has issued a demolition permit to remove the  multi-family residence at 516 Canal Street that was destroyed in the August 21, 2025 fire. This marks an important step of the recovery process.  Demolition Permit issued Tuesday October 21, 2025  Scope: Removal of existing … Continued

The City of San Rafael Stands United Against Hate

  The City of San Rafael Stands United Against Hate! United Against Hate Week (October 19-25, 2025) is a call for seven days of local civic action by people in every community to stop the hate and implicit biases that are a dangerous threat to the safety and civility of our neighborhoods, towns and cities. … Continued

Public Comment Period Now Open: Art Proposals for 5 Public Art Projects!

  We want to hear from you! The City of San Rafael has launched a Public Art Program to enhance Downtown vitality and celebrate the city’s cultural identity. Funded by a California Arts Council grant, the program will bring 5 new public art installations – including murals, mosaics, and sculptures – to highly visible locations … Continued

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