The City of San Rafael is seeking proposals from responsible, qualified firms for the City's Downtown Traffic Signal Improvements Project. The traffic signals associated with this project are located in Downtown San Rafael. In general, the scope of work includes controller upgrades (with existing signal timing), cabinet upgrades, and installation of video detection cameras, conduit,...
Help and learn with other volunteers on Monday mornings from 10 to Noon. Volunteers maintain six gardens including: Under Oaks Garden, Habitat Garden, Beneficial's Garden, Lathe House Garden, Succulent Garden and the Five Mediterranean Climate Zone Garden. The gardens at Falkirk Cultural Center are a partnership between UC Marin Master Gardeners and the City of...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL We understand the desire to get outside as the weather continues to get nicer, especially to gather with family and friends this upcoming holiday weekend. With the emergence of COVID-19 and the sudden shift to staying at home, our community needs to rethink how to celebrate holidays to incorporate social distancing and other safety measures. We must remain...
This week, the Parks Crew removed an old water tank from near the playground at Bret Harte Park. Also, the pump and paving crew pulled and repaired a clogged pump at the N. Francisco pump station. They also buttoned up a couple of sidewalk repair pave backs in the Peacock Gap area so that there...
The Engineering group is continuing to work hard (while sheltering in place at their homes) on multiple essential public works design and construction projects. We have implemented several ways to stay on track and check in with each other. The team has followed management's recommendation to track time through a Telework tracking spreadsheet. In addition,...
Public Works Staff is working with the Public Information Office to help with translating the outreach messages that the City has posted at our parks as well as the city website and social media. Here is an example of a translated message: APARCAMIENTO SOLO PARA RESIDENTES LOCALES Para proteger la salud y seguridad pública mientras...
Effective March 31st, all parks, sports fields and open space are closed to motorized access. Playgrounds, basketball courts and picnic and barbeque amenities are completely closed. Parking lots serving parks and open space are also closed. Community members may walk or bike to nearby parks and pathways for necessary exercise, while maintaining social distancing. In...
Crews are making steady progress as the end of construction comes into sight for the City's new Public Safety Center building. The Public Safety Center is an essential project, therefore exempt from the March 17 Shelter-in-Place order. The contractor has been taking the coronavirus pandemic very seriously. They have been diligently enforcing the COVID-19 Exposure...
In an effort to make more services available online while City Hall is closed to the public, Planning is now taking applications online! We have prepared guides to help walk you through the process of applying and paying online. After submitting online, staff will review the application to determine the project type, fees, any...
Have you been making cloth face coverings at home? Know someone who is? Looking to donate? We need your help. Cloth face coverings can help to mitigate the spread of infection among our homeless population and to our community as a whole. Help us to ensure that members of our vulnerable populations has a cloth...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL The County of Marin issued a quarantine order and an isolation order which “requires anyone who has been diagnosed with or is likely to have COVID-19” to isolate themselves in their home or another residence. They may not leave their place of isolation or enter any other public or private place, except to receive necessary medical care. The order also requires members of...
The County has created an online donation form for companies or other entities that have excess inventory (e.g., maybe they stocked up on N95 masks after the north bay fires) and wish to donate. In addition, hospitals (or anyone, really) who have people who contact them by email or phone can redirect people to this link. This...
San Rafael, CA – Yesterday, 03/31/20, starting at 11:59 PM, Marin County’s Deputy Public Health Officer Dr. Lisa Santora, issued a new and revised Public Health Order that supersedes the previous order issued on 03/17/20. The new order is set to expire on May 3, 2020, at 11:59 PM. The order sets more specific and restricting terms...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL These dynamic and uncertain times have left many feeling disheartened and isolated; remember that we’re all in this together even though we’re keeping physically distant. Now may be a good time to teach yourself or another member of your household something new. There’s also lots of good literature out there...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL The Marin Health and Human Services website has been the hub for the most up-date information regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Over the weekend, they updated their frequently asked questions to reflect the most common questions asked over the last week, from what trades may continue working to riding public transit, and what to do if you’re feeling sick. They have expanded...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL Adjusting to these new conditions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult for most, and even though we’re separated during this time doesn’t mean we can’t find creative ways to come together. As we head into the weekend, let's help spread words of encouragement and brighten up each...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL Staying healthy means more than washing your hands and social distancing. As we all cope with adjusting to sheltering-in-place it is important to remember self care and finds ways we can exercise our body, mind, and soul through this event. Our Library and Recreation Department has set up a Virtual Recreation and Resource Center with...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL We are continuing to monitor and respond to COVID-19 in our community. The need for our community to comply with the shelter in place order and to practice social distancing when absolutely necessary to leave your home, is more vital than ever. We must work together to limit community spread....
San Rafael, CA - On Tuesday, March 17, 2020, at 12:01 am, Marin County Public Health Officer Dr. Matt Willis issued a legal order directing residents to shelter at home until April 7, 2020. That end date was extended by a similar statewide order from Governor Gavin Newsom on March 19, 2020. Both orders limit activities, travel, and business functions to...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL On Thursday, March 19, 2020, Governor Newsom issued an Executive Order that includes direction from the California State Public Health Officer for all individuals to shelter at their place of residence, except for certain allowed activities. What does this mean for us? For San Rafael, not much is changing with this...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL City Staff Pivoting into New Roles During these difficult times, our public safety employees are doing the amazing job they always do supporting our community. A big “thank you” to our police officers, firefighters, and other safety-related employees. Many other staff from throughout our City organization are also pivoting into new roles...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL City of San Rafael staff is continuing to respond to the impacts of the shelter-in-place order due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Over the past few days we have been working with community and partner agencies to find solutions to serve San Rafael’s most vulnerable populations. We are also continuing to...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL On Tuesday, March 17, 2020 the City Council ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency for the City of San Rafael in response to the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the County Public Health Order to shelter in place. Council and staff practiced social distancing by attending the meeting virtually, and...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL Marin Sanitary Service released the following information regarding garbage service: IMPORTANT MESSAGE FOR MSS CUSTOMERS The health and safety of our employees and customers is a top priority at Marin Sanitary Service (MSS). During this time of sheltering in place, MSS will continue to operate as an essential service in our...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL On March 16, 2020 PG&E released the following press release regarding their work and efforts to continue providing gas and power service to its customers: PG&E is Committed to Providing Safe, Reliable Energy and Ensuring Business Continuity in These Challenging Times Unwavering Focus of Company’s 23,000 Employees, Many of Them...
DESPLAZARSE HACIO ABAJO PARA ESPAÑOL San Rafael, CA – Today, 03/17/20, starting at 12:01am, Marin County’s Public Health Officer Dr. Matt Willis, along with the public health officers of six other Bay Area jurisdictions, issued a legal order directing residents to shelter at home for the next three weeks. The order limits activity, travel and business...
Para traducir esta página, desplácese hasta el final, haga clic en “Translate”, y seleccione su idioma. Following today’s seven jurisdiction order for residents to stay home, we want to provide you with an update regarding City of San Rafael services. Service impacts will be dynamic as this situation evolves. We will continue to update www.cityofsanrafael.org/coronavirus as impacts on...
Police Department Service Modification During COVID-19 Pandemic SAN RAFAEL, CA – The San Rafael Police Department is committed to protecting the Mission City. Considering the current and changing events surrounding the spread of COVID-19, we will be making minor changes to ensure the safety of our public and our personnel. It is our goal to...
The City has made the decision to close all non-essential services to the public in an effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, also known as the Coronavirus. As part of our effort to make some of these services available digitally, you can temporarily apply for ALL building permits online. Anyone can apply for a...
San Rafael announces closure of all non-essential City services - including libraries and limited access to City Hall by appointment only SAN RAFAEL, CA- Starting Monday, March 16, to further mitigate the spread of COVID-19, also known as the novel Coronavirus, the City of San Rafael will be closing all non-essential services. City libraries will...