On Saturday, April 22 from 9 am to noon, roll up your sleeves to clean trash and invasive plants. Bring your family and friends! This year we will be at four locations focusing on the San Rafael Canal and Jean and John Starkweather Shoreline Path. After volunteering, enjoy a free family event: Living Oceans Earth...
Okay, so it has been a little rainy, but it is about to get sunny and beautiful again! The Terra Linda Community Pool is open, providing opportunities for lap swim, recreation swim, family fun days and water exercise. Terra Linda Pool offers weekday and weekend lessons and instructors are also available for private lessons. Drop in...
On Saturday April 29 the San Rafael Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will host a prescription drug disposal event. This is a great opportunity for you to help prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding your home of unwanted, unused, or expired prescription drugs. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. you may...
State law (SB 415) requires cities to change local elections to even-year statewide elections – this change is expected to lower costs by consolidating elections and increase voter turnout. As our local elections in San Rafael have been in odd years, this change could impact the term lengths of current elected officials. At their March...
Public Works staff has been working on modifications and improvement projects for the of Manuel T. Freitas Parkway and Las Gallinas Avenue intersection. The Intersection is very narrow, preventing left turning cars traveling east and west from turning at the same time. In addition, queues for these turn lanes back up into the adjacent through...
The year 2016 was one of transitions for the Downtown San Rafael Business Improvement District (BID), both in staffing and at the board. At the BID public hearing on November 21, 2016, the City Council appointed a new BID Advisory Board consisting of 5 members of our business community. At Monday’s City Council meeting, the...
We now have solar panels on the Al Boro Community Center and the Department of Public Works building. Check out the real-time solar energy production from these two facilities!
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...
After nearly 20 years of service to the City of San Rafael, Carlene McCart is retiring. As our director of Community Services, Carlene has been the mastermind behind many great partnerships, collaborations and development projects that will provide a lasting impact for the residents of San Rafael. San Rafael has benefitted greatly from Carlene’s creativity,...
Join us on March 23, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at San Rafael City Hall for a town hall event on homelessness, co-hosted by the City of San Rafael and Senator McGuire's Office. At this meeting, the Senator will address the topics of housing and services for the chronically homeless, effective...
The Paramount/Netflix film production ’13 Reasons Why’ will begin streaming on March 31. San Rafael was the home base of this new streaming series about teen bullying - several neighborhoods (including Gerstle Park, Peacock Gap, Bret Harte, West End, and Downtown) are featured throughout the series. Based upon a best-selling mystery novel, this is a...
We're redesigning the playground at Albert Park and are excited to work with the community to create a space for everyone to enjoy. View the proposed design and learn more about the project on our website. Get involved: What would you like to see in the playground at Albert Park? What do you like about the...
We’re hiring for: lifeguards, swim instructors, and pool attendants for the Terra Linda and Hamilton Community Pools. You must be at least 15 years old at the time of hire. Lifeguard Training classes are held monthly. Applicants, who apply early and are hired, can secure a space in the upcoming courses at a discounted price. ...
The Marin County Civil Grand Jury would like your help. They are researching the topic of public engagement and want to hear your views of how well your city, incorporated town, and the County of Marin engages with you. You’re invited to express your views on public engagement by completing a quick survey. The voluntary feedback provided through this...
In December, we launched this new website with features like issue reporting, online forms and payments. Over the past month alone, we’ve had 12,500 users and 66% have been new visitors. You’re favorite browser seems to be Chrome and 32% of you used your phone or tablet to access our mobile-responsive site. Next time you visit,...
A year ago, the City of San Rafael and the Ritter Center discussed possible operational changes to their site to reduce impacts to the surrounding area. These discussions resulted in a formal agreement to relocate their shower, mail, and homeless food pantry services if comparable services were first established elsewhere. At their meeting on Monday,...
On Monday evening, the City Council will consider an agreement with SMART for the maintenance of the Quiet Zone-related improvements constructed at the crossings within the initial-operating segment. Also, on Wednesday, March 8 at 7 p.m. the San Rafael City Council will hold a study session workshop on projects relating to SMART in San Rafael. This meeting...
State law (SB 415) requires cities to change local elections to even-year statewide elections – this change is expected to lower costs by consolidating elections and increase voter turnout. As our local elections in San Rafael have been in odd years, this change could impact the term lengths of current elected officials. On Monday evening,...
The City Council is seeking applicants to fill two four-year terms on the San Rafael Board of Library Trustees. Members of the board evaluate and develop current and long-range needs of the library, policies and regulations regarding the library’s budget, programs, outreach and facilities. Starting Tuesday, applications will be available at the City Clerk's office...
At their last meeting, the City Council discussed a proposed MOU pertaining to compensation and working conditions for the SEIU Childcare unit. At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider approving this MOU.
Did you know that from your phone, you can report a pothole to public works? Snap a photo and send it to us through our online service center, where you can report issues, ask questions or voice concerns. The Service Center is also available on the City’s Facebook page and will soon be available in...
Also on Tuesday, the City Council will express their appreciation to the City’s Employee of the 4th Quarter, Fire Captain Nick Giusti. Nick was selected for his ongoing exemplary service to the community, and the contributions he brings to the fire department. The City Council will also recognize the Chamber of Commerce’s nominees for the...
Help us plan for a safer San Rafael! Please join us on Wednesday, February 22 from 6 to 7:30 p.m., for a hazard mitigation planning meeting in the Community Development conference room on the third floor of City Hall. Meeting participants will receive an overview of our Local Hazard Mitigation Planning project and provide feedback on...
The City Council is seeking applications for two vacancies on the Fire Commission. The Fire Commission handles the review of long-range capital needs, the annual operating budget, building codes, and other issues relating to the general operations and functions of the Fire Department. Applications are available online or at the City Clerk’s office. The deadline...
Do you have an interest in what San Rafael looks like in 2040? Then you should be sure to participate in our General Plan process! The City’s current General Plan 2020 has been in place since 2004 and as we approach 2020, is nearing the end of its useful life. At their Monday, February 6...
Over the last several months, our Public Works Department has worked with a number of neighborhoods to collaborate on an approach to sidewalk and tree maintenance. On Monday evening, the City Council will consider pursuing a shared sidewalk and tree maintenance program whereby the City matches the funding provided by the adjacent property owner up...
At Monday’s meeting, City Council will consider options for replacement of the Southern Heights Bridge. The bridge is currently 9 feet wide, accommodating only a single lane of two-way traffic with no sidewalks. The replacement of this bridge is fully funded by the Highway Bridge Program (HBP), a federally funded program that enables states to...
At Monday’s City Council meeting, the Council will acknowledge Sean Prendiville, who is retiring from the Library Board after 13 years of service. In addition to serving as the Board Chair for several years, Sean has been an enthusiastic and vocal supporter of public library services in San Rafael; especially when helping draw crowds into...
After a major disaster, it might be several days before vital city services are restored. Your best defense is to be informed and prepared for emergencies, both at home and in your place of business. Here are 3 easy things you can do to prepare for an emergency: Sign up for Nixel and other alerts...
The Downtown San Rafael Business Improvement District is looking for engaged, passionate BID Members who are interested in serving on the BID Board of Directors. If having your finger on the pulse of the community and creating new ideas and initiatives for downtown sounds like something you'd like to be involved in, please visit http://www.downtownsanrafael.org...
