Snapshot en español Spotlight Photo San Rafael’s Read with Pride! Event Photo Credit: Margaret Stawowy, Librarian Last Quiz Question Congrats to Rich Myhre! The City of San Rafael is celebrating being 150 years old this year! Thanks for reading Snapshot. Scroll down to see this edition’s quiz and be the first to answer. San...
As of July 10th, 2024, Phase B1 is 95% complete. The properties that were previously connected to the corroded and inaccessible sewer mainline along the shore, were successfully connected to the sewer mainline on Oak Drive. Each property had an individual sewer pump system, and lateral installed on their property in order to connect to...
The City of San Rafael is requesting proposals for Citywide Safety Electrical Services. It is the intent of the City to hire a fully-licensed contractor. Services shall include monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual maintenance on all signals, flashing beacons, and other related safety lighting. Maintenance includes emergency, routine, USA Locate & Mark services, and preventative...
We’re excited to announce that the General Municipal Election will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. Offices Up for Election: Mayor (4-year term) District 1/Southern City Councilmember (4-year term) District 4/Northern City Councilmember (4-year term) City Attorney (part-time, 4-year term) City...
Project Update Replaced sewer main and lower laterals on Miramar Ave starting at the intersection of 1st Street and Miramar Ave to approximately 450 feet uphill on Miramar Ave. Installed new sewer main and extending existing sewer laterals on the eight feet lane easement. The contractor is installing sewer main on Miramar Avenue between intersections...
Our consultant team for the Residential Parking Permit Program, Dixon Unlimited, will be in the City on Tuesday, July 9, to conduct site visits and meet with City staff throughout the day. They will be conducting research and gathering insights to help design and make recommendations for the new parking program. The team will engage...
Canal Broadband Project Data Collection Many people in San Rafael’s Canal neighborhood have trouble with slow or expensive internet. This makes it hard to work, study, and stay in touch with family and friends. To address this issue, the City of San Rafael is working on the Digital Marin initiative to develop strategies and outcomes...
Peter Levi Plumbing will be closing the road near 76 Embarcadero Way to replace a sewer lateral in the area. The road closure will happen, Monday, 7/8 – Wednesday 7/10 between 9am – 3pm. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2406-017 and notifications have been provided to affected properties.
Summer and fall bring many chances for fun in the sun and outdoor hobbies. While creating many opportunities for fun, summer and fall weather can also create situations in which Heat Advisories, Excessive Heat Warnings, and Red Flag Warnings are issued. What are these and how do they impact your day-to-day life? Hot conditions...
MMWD is temporarily closing Las Raposes Rd between Del Ganado Rd and Pine Lane to address an emergency water line break. Crews are responding now and are notifying residents in person of the situation.
San Rafael City Hall – Summer Hour Pilot Program City Hall will be closed to the public on Fridays in July and August. City staff will continue to work on those days and will use the time for strategic and long-range planning activities and focused work that will bring benefits to the City. We hope...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 28, 2024 Statement on Grants Pass Decision Today, the United States Supreme Court published its decision on the City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson. The ruling overturns the Ninth Circuit ruling that limited the City’s ability to regulate camping on public property like sidewalks, rights of way, and parks. The City...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 7/1-7/5. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 07/01-07/05/2024 LOT Street City 16 UPPER FREMONT DR SAN RAFAEL 962 PATRICIA WAY SAN RAFAEL 20...
As we continue to move forward with our community engagement efforts, we're pleased to share a brief update on our recent outreach activities: Online Survey: We've received an overwhelming response with 321 survey submissions so far! Your feedback is invaluable in shaping the future of our city. If you haven't had a chance to participate...
Important Updates for the Northgate Town Square Project! Dear San Rafael Community, On June 4th, Merlone Geier Partners (MGP), owner and developer of Northgate Mall, submitted revised plans for the Northgate Town Square Project to the City. Several revisions respond to the comments and feedback from San Rafael’s Design Review Board and community over the...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 6/24-6/28. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 06/24-06/28/2024 LOT Street City 120 LOCUST AVE SAN RAFAEL 216 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE SAN RAFAEL 543...
PG&E will be performing nightwork from 8pm to 5am on the nights of 6/26 and 6/27 by 1220 Andersen Dr and 1595 Francisco Blvd E. Their traffic control does not include road closures. They will allow traffic through and will utilize flaggers. PG&E has an approved encroachment permit, EP2403-023, and an approved traffic control plan....
The City of San Rafael is seeking to establish a list of qualified on-call consultants to provide comprehensive organizational development services. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather information from firms that can deliver Executive Coaching, Mid-Manager Coaching, Team Building and Workshop Facilitation, Change Management Consulting, and Conflict Resolution Services. The City intends to...
Upcoming events include a Facebook Live event with the Canal Alliance in Spanish on June 24th. And on June 25th, there will be a bilingual Open House at the Jackson Café about the new Transit Center development project. For more information, visit www.goldengate.org/srtc.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 17, 2024 Federal Judge Limits City from Enforcing Fire Code for Francisco Blvd. West Illegal Structures San Rafael, Calif. – On Friday, June 14, Judge Edward Chen of the United States District Court, Northern District limited the City’s planned enforcement of its Fire Code regarding illegal structures along Francisco Blvd....
San Rafael among cities featured by CBS in preview of Supreme Court decision CBS Sunday Morning interviewed San Rafael Mayor Kate Colin who spoke about the impacts of U.S. Supreme Court’s upcoming Grants Pass vs. Johnson decision. The video, which was broadcast nationally on June 2, can be seen here. On April 22, the Supreme...
SNAPSHOT EN ESPAÑOL Congrats to Joe Cillo! The last Snapshot Quiz featured a picture of the Belrose Performing Arts Center, which was named for Margie and David Belrose! Thanks for reading Snapshot. Scroll down to see this edition’s quiz and be the first to answer. spotlight photo Annual Staff Recognition BBQ at B Street Community Center Photo...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 6/17-6/22. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 06/17-06/21/2024 LOT Street City 196 SOUTHERN HEIGHTS SAN RAFAEL 20 IRWIN ST SAN RAFAEL 58 BRET...
FAQ on Request for Proposals (RFP) Operational Services and Support in Sanctioned Camping / Safe Sleeping Programs, and Interim Housing Programs RFP Released May 20, 2024; Proposals Due June 12, 2024 at 5 p.m. General Questions about the RFP What is the ideal reporting relationship of the partners for the sanctioned camp? The City’s Homelessness...
At the June 3, 2024 City Council Meeting, the Council approved the proclamation to name June 2024 as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. View the proclamation here: June 2024: LGBTQIA+ Month Proclamation. Before the City Council meeting, the Mayor, Councilmembers, staff, community partners, and community members attended a program honoring the LGTBQIA+ community and raising of the...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 6/10-6/15. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 06/10-06/14/2024 LOT Street City 100 MISSION AVE SAN RAFAEL 326 MISSION AVE SAN RAFAEL 511 MISSION...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 6/3-6/8. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 06/03-06/08/2024 LOT Street City 21 CLYDE AVE SAN RAFAEL 15 MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE SAN RAFAEL 86...
SNAPSHOT EN ESPAÑOL Congrats to Larry Andow! The last Snapshot Quiz featured a picture of the Terra Linda community pool! The pool is open for summer; make sure to check out the schedule and go for a swim. Thanks for reading Snapshot. Scroll down to see this edition’s quiz and be the first to answer. ...
The City of San Rafael continues its efforts to alleviate the ongoing parking issues in East San Rafael. Most notably, the City has hired Dixon Resources Unlimited (Dixon), a consulting firm with extensive experience in nationwide parking program development, to develop a residential permit parking program and parking action plan. The City and Dixon are...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 29, 2024 San Rafael to Raise Pride Flag at City Hall on June 3 San Rafael, Calif. - The City of San Rafael will host the raising of the Pride Flag at City Hall on Monday, June 3, 2024, at 5:40 p.m. in celebration of LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. This event symbolizes...
