Which container should I put grass clippings in?
Grass clippings should be placed in your green container so that they will be compostable and won’t add more waste to the landfills. Check out Marin Sanitary Service’s “What Goes in Your Carts?” page.
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Where do I report for jury duty?
Jury duty is handled through the Jury Services department of the Marin County Superior Court in room 244 of the Marin County Civic Center located at 1301 Civic Center Drive in San Rafael. For more information pertaining to jury services, contact Marin County Superior Court Jury Services at (415) 444-7120.
How do I obtain information about a court case in Marin County?
The Marin County Superior Court handles all court cases for the County of Marin. For information about court cases, contact Marin County Superior Court at (415) 444-7000.
How do I find out if there are any affordable housing vacancies?
You can locate affordable housing vacancies by directly contacting properties offering affordable (also known as “below market rate”) rental units. To find a list of such properties in San Rafael and Marin County, along with their contact information, please visit the page linked below. As you contact individual properties, ask about currently available rental units, the … Continued
Does the library provide access to eBooks?
Yes! Read online or download thousands of eBooks, eAudioBooks, and cover-to-cover digital editions of popular magazines, newspapers, and journals.
How do I report a street light outage?
The City’s contractor, DC Electric maintains the street lights in the City of San Rafael. If your issue pertains to street lights you may fill out the form on their website.
Where is the Farmers’ Market?
We are proud to be home to the amazing Agricultural Institute of Marin; they host year-round Farmers’ Markets on Sunday’s at 3501 Civic Center Drive, and on Thursday’s at 10 Avenue of the Flags. Both Sunday and Thursday’s markets are located near the Marin County Civic Center, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Downtown Summer San Rafael … Continued
Who comes to my house when I call 9-1-1?
If the call is about a fire or a medical emergency, firefighter paramedics are the first responders to your home when you call 9-1-1. Since fire stations are located in neighborhoods throughout the City, the firefighter paramedics can reach your home quickly. If you need to go to the hospital, we’ll get you there. If … Continued
How do I get a copy of a police report?
You can request a copy on our website or visit the Police Department to fill out a request form.
How do I start a business?
San Rafael is a great place to start and grow a successful business. We are the economic heart of Marin County and home to many incredible companies. From biotech to real estate, finance to auto sales, construction to education; one of our most notable restaurants grew from our farmers’ market! Our Economic Development department is here for you.