FAQ Tag: parking

Can I pay Marin Parking Authority tickets here?

You cannot pay Marin Parking Authority tickets with the City of San Rafael. The City of San Rafael and Marin Parking Authority are separate agencies.  The Marin Parking Authority handles all parking citations received in Marin County except San Rafael. You may call (800) 989-2058, or pay online. The Marin Parking Authority does not have a local … Continued

What is the library parcel tax and how do I pay it?

In 2016, San Rafael voters renewed a $59/year parcel tax to fund opening hours and services for the San Rafael Public Library.  You pay this tax through your property tax bill. If you are 65 years of age or older by July 1 of the tax year and own occupy your residence in San Rafael, you can … Continued

I received a traffic citation. What are my next steps?

Traffic If you received a traffic citation, you should receive a courtesy notice (within two weeks) from the court explaining the “bail” amount you can pay and give you details on how to contest the ticket.  If you don’t get a courtesy notice, you are still responsible for contacting the court on or before the … Continued

Where can I find an electric vehicle charging station in San Rafael?

We have electric vehicle chargers available to the public in four parking locations in Downtown: 3rd/A St Garage 3rd/C St Garage 3rd/Cijos St lot Fifth Ave/Lootens Place lot EV charging is FREE to any of our parking customers; however, hourly payment for parking is still required. Users must register with ChargePoint and activate a ChargePoint card. If you don’t … Continued

How do I dispute a parking ticket?

Parking ticket appeals must be received in writing and within 35 days of getting the ticket. There’s a process for appeals, just in case we made a mistake (forgive us, we’re human).    

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