Community Concerns Regarding the City's Camping Ordinance The City is aware of growing concerns and misinformation being spread on social media and shared with the City directly regarding Camping Ordinance regulations related to City Parks. The Ordinance prohibits camping within 100 feet of playgrounds and prohibits camping at certain public properties including, but not...
Pinnacle Power Service, contracted by PG&E, will be closing the road near 31 Martens Blvd to replace a power pole in the area. The road closure will happen Friday, 1/24, between approximately 9am – 4pm. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2405-031 and affected properties have also been notified.
The City of San Rafael has partnered with Dixon Resources Unlimited to develop a tailored Residential Parking Program for East San Rafael and Bret Harte Neighborhoods, and your input is essential. This program aims to address unique neighborhood challenges while ensuring citywide equity in parking solutions. Meeting details: January 28th, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM...
Pinnacle Power Service, contracted by PG&E, will be closing the road near 78 Embarcadero Way to replace a power pole and overhead electrical equipment. The road closure will happen Friday, 1/24, between approximately 9am – 4pm. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2410-005 and affected properties have also been notified.
Treemasters will be closing the road near 124 Highland Ave to remove two dead trees in the area. The road closure will happen Wednesday, 1/29, between approximately 9am – 3pm. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2501-009 and affected properties have also been notified.
Pinnacle Power Service, contracted by PG&E, will be closing the road near 1323 Nye St to replace a power pole in the area. The road closure will happen Thursday, 1/23, between approximately 9am – 4pm. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2410-094 and affected properties have also been notified
The City of San Rafael is seeking applications from qualified organizations to develop youth-led artwork for a mural in the Pickleweed Branch Library Children’s Room. Pickleweed Library is scheduled for renovation starting Summer 2025 through Spring 2026. The renovation will include a complete interior re-design of the space to better meet community needs, improve the...
Snapshot En Espanol San Rafael City Council Meeting Highlights On Tuesday January 21, the City of San Rafael will hold a City Council meeting at 6:00 PM at City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue. Details: Regular Meeting: Begins at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers. City Manager and Councilmember Reports, including reports on meetings and conferences attended. This will also...
The San Rafael Fire Department will be conducting vegetation work in San Rafael along public roads and right of ways as a part of a Measure C funded Evacuation Route Project. The City of San Rafael is part of the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA). In 2020, Marin County voters passed special tax Measure C, which...
Project Update 01/13/2025 SRSD will be replacing the sewer mainline and lower laterals on 5th Avenue from January 13th- 17th. The construction crew will working from Nye Street to 918 5th Avenue. SRSD will be replacing the sewer mainline and lower laterals on Clyde and Belle Ave from January 20th, 2025 to January 24, 2025. ...
Pinnacle Power Service, contracted by PG&E, will be closing the road near 189 Prospect Dr to replace a power pole and perform vegetation maintenance in the area. The road closure will happen Thursday, 1/16, between approximately 9am – 1pm. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2409-034 and affected properties have also been notified.
PG&E will be closing the road near 466 Bret Harte Rd to replace a power pole and perform overhead electrical maintenance. The road closure will happen Wednesday , 1/15, between approximately 9am – 1pm and they will have flaggers available to assist local access and emergency services . They have an approved encroachment permit EP2409-116...
In response to California Mutual Aid requests, the San Rafael Fire Department (SRFD) has deployed two fire engines and dedicated crews to assist in battling the devastating wildfires impacting Southern California. These fires have caused widespread destruction, and San Rafael is proud to join agencies across the state in supporting firefighting efforts. Collectively, Marin fire...
As of January 10th, the following locations have been completed: Madrona Street Billou Street Edgewood Way McCoy Road, 4th St and C St. Bayo Vista Way Terradillo Easement between Marinita Ave and Terradillo Ave. 4th St. between Mary St and Grand Ave. The following work is scheduled to take place over the next month: West...
Bid Advertised: January 8, 2025 Submission Deadline: February 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM The City of San Rafael (City) hereby requests proposals for professional grazing services for our open space regions within the City for the 2025 vegetation management season. This work is intended to mitigate hazards in open space areas by significantly reducing vegetation...
The City of San Rafael was named #3 in "The Top 40 Most Arts-Vibrant Medium-Sized Communities of 2024" by the National Center for Arts Research (SMU DataArts). We are thrilled to have scored in the top 1% of measures on arts and culture employees per capita, companies per capita, and total compensation paid to arts...
PG&E will be closing the road near 53 Fremont Rd to replace a power pole and overhead electrical equipment. The road closure will happen Monday, 1/6, between approximately 9am – 4pm. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2210-093 and affected properties have been notified.
PG&E will be closing St Francis Lane to replace a power pole in the area. The road closure will happen Thursday, 1/02/25, between 9am – 4pm. They will have flaggers to assist local residences and emergency services, have an approved encroachment permit EP2401-023, and affected properties have also been notified.
Core Tree Care, contracted by PG&E, will be closing the road near 322 Highland Ave to perform vegetative maintenance in the area. The road closure will happen in County jurisdiction but a portion of the traffic control for the detour will within City jurisdiction. The road closure will happen Monday, 12/30, and Tuesday, 12/31 between...
The City of San Rafael has officially proclaimed 2024 as its 150th Anniversary, celebrating its rich history, vibrant present, and exciting future. This milestone not only marks the city’s rich legacy but also commemorates the San Rafael Fire Department's own 150th anniversary, recognizing the essential role public safety has played in the community’s growth and...
Nominations for 2025 Public Service Award! Do you know someone who you think should be recognized for the Public Service Award? Each year, we recognize a member of the community for their contributions in making San Rafael an amazing place to live and work. If you have someone in mind that you believe should be...
City Hall and other offices will be closed to the public from December 23 to January 3, but appointments are available upon request. Non-public safety services will resume on January 6, 2025. All San Rafael Public Library branches will close from December 23 to January 4, with the Pickleweed Library closing on December 21. All...
PG&E has closed the road near 1925 Francisco Blvd E (between Morphew St and Grange Way) to repair a power pole damaged during the storm. They will continue working on the pole until it is repaired and expect to need the road closed for the remainder of the day.
Snapshot En Espanol San Rafael City Council Meeting Highlights On Monday, the City of San Rafael will hold a City Council meeting at City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue. The Special Meeting will begin at 5:30, with the Regular Meeting beginning at 6:00 PM. Details: Special Meeting: Begins at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers, to adopt the November...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 12/16-12/20. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 12/16-12/21/2024 LOT Street City 63 JUNIPERO SERRA AVE San Rafael 314 JEWEL ST SAN RAFAEL...
Michael Paul Company will be closing the road near 7 Frances St to replace a CMP storm drain pipe in the area. The road closure will start Thursday 12/5 between 9am – 3pm and is expected to happen intermittently for the following 2 weeks. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2411-097 and affected properties have...
Pinnacle Power Service, contracted by PG&E, will be closing the road near 466 Bret Harte Rd to replace a power pole and overhead electrical equipment. The road closure will happen Thursday, 12/5, between 9am – 4pm. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2409-116, affected properties have also been notified, and they will have flaggers available...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 12/2 – 12/6. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: Martin Buenrostro, Core Tree Care 559-939-4273. LOT Street 403 4TH ST 41 BALBOA AVE 360 COLEMAN DR 303 COLEMAN DR 5 FAIR DR...
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL On December 2, 2024 the City Council will hold public hearing to consider and possibly take an action on (1) A Resolution of the City of San Rafael City Council certifying an Environmental Impact Report, ( 2) An ordinance of the City of San...
After collecting input from the public and refining the scope, the City’s design team completed the design drawings and specification package for this project. On October 23, 2024, the project was advertised in accordance with San Rafael’s Municipal Code. The City received several bids on November 13, 2024 and plans to recommend awarding the construction...
