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Storm Advisory - January 25, 2021

A Flash Flood Watch is in effect from January 26, 4 PM until January 28, 4 PM, and a High Wind Watch is in effect from January 26, 7 PM until January 27, 10 AM. A moderate "atmospheric river" will impact the region Tuesday through Thursday bringing prolonged periods of moderate to heavy rain along...

Encampments

Nearly five years ago, the City of San Rafael, the County of Marin, and local homeless service providers joined forces to launch a pilot program called the Homeless Outreach Team (HOT), which has since been named a statewide best practice by the League of California Cities. HOT emerged out of a need to address unsheltered homelessness in Downtown...

Planning Commission - January 26, 2021

Date and time: Date and time: 2021-01-26 07:00 pmLocation: Planning Commission - January 26, 2021Department: Planning DivisionDate and time: 2021-01-26 07:00 pmLocation: Planning Commission - January 26, 2021Department: Planning DivisionAgendaSan Rafael Planning Commission Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at  7:00 P.M. Virtual Meeting Watch on Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/pc-2021-01-26 Watch on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/cityofsanrafael Telephone: (669) 900-9128...

Touch-ups for the new Mayor's office

As we welcome in the new Mayor, the facilities team has been busy making some minor repairs and putting some finishing touches on the new Mayor’s office. An electrical outlet was moved into the corner and here we see Facilities staff Anthoney Heaven running an internet Cat 5 cable over to the desk area is....

New lighting installed at the Freitas Park Pedestrian Tunnel

Amid concerns about the lack of lighting in the Freitas Park Tunnel, the Facilities team got busy replacing the old bulbs inside the tunnel. They also installed a new photocontrol unit that helps provide more light along the darker parts of the tunnel throughout the day.

Completion is near for the San Rafael High School - Third Street crosswalk!

We are nearing completion on the new crosswalk in front of San Rafael High School. This week the contractor will be installing the fencing in the median and filling in the trenches. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, shipment of the new traffic signal equipment is delayed so the crosswalk will not be able to open...

Sunny weather provides opportunity for red curb repainting

This week, members of the Streets Division were able to take advantage of the sunny weather and complete some much-needed repainting of red curbs that have faded over time.  Here we see Streets Division staff Tyler Nord and Brendan Smith repainting and freshening up a stretch of red curb.

Field renovations and improvements at Albert Park

With a welcome break from the rains, the Parks Division took full advantage of the warm weather and have been busy with renovations to Alberts Field. This included removing all the bad soil, weeding, installing an underground drip irrigation system to improve water efficiency and laying down new sod as well as leveling the infield...

Pump replacement at storm water pump station

Recently, one of the pumps at our Piombo Storm Water pump station failed, requiring it to be removed and inspected. Upon inspection, the pump was determined to be obsolete and a new pump is needed. This pump is located south of the Public Works Corp yard along the Shoreline Path.  It pumps water from a...

Sidewalk Repair Program work progresses through East San Rafael

Although the rainy season dictates when we can work, the Sidewalk Repair Program is nearing the final stretch of work in the East San Rafael area.  We have been making great progress on Biscayne Drive and with more than a dozen properties signed up for the program in this area, the City will be contributing...

Second Street railroad crossing safety improvements

As part of the Francisco Blvd West Multi-use Pathway project, Francisco Blvd West between 2nd Street and Rice Drive was converted to a one-way southbound street. In doing so, the northbound right turn lane onto 2nd Street was eliminated as one measure to reduce the number of vehicles stopping on the railroad tracks. Additionally, the...

Honorary Dean Allison exit letter from Sophie Martinez

While I was not fortunate to have known Mr. Allison, I had heard of what he meant to the City as the Public Works Director. Enthusiastic. Dedicated. Dean Allison built strong relationships and cared immensely for both his employees and the public. Having the opportunity to learn about Public Works under his name as the...

CAL FIRE - Use of Heaters in Temporary Tents & Awnings

San Rafael Update: Vaccine distribution, "rent freeze" ordinance, stimulus check, & more

Marin County Public Health and healthcare providers announced today that Marin County residents who are age 75 or above will be prioritized for available vaccine supplies. Existing vaccine appointments for all other sectors in Phase 1B scheduled for this week including, childcare, education, food and agriculture, and emergency services will keep their scheduled appointment.   To help Marin residents track when they may be eligible to receive...

City Council - January 26, 2021 (Special)

Date and time: Date and time: 2021-01-24 05:00 pmLocation: City Council - January 26, 2021 (Special)Department: Public MeetingsAgendaAGENDA SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 5:00 P.M. Watch Webinar: https://tinyurl.com/cc-2021-01-26 Watch YouTube: www.youtube.com/cityofsanrafael Listen by phone: (669) 900-9128, ID: 933-3455-1637# a. City Councilmember Interviews Interview Applicants and Make an Appointment to...

2021-01-26 Agenda Packet

Verification of Employment

The following is the process for verifying employment for any City of San Rafael current or past employee: Only employment dates and position will be verbally verified by phone by calling: (415) 485-3063 For more information, including salary, an Employment Verification form along with a signed Authorization Release form should be faxed to: City of San Rafael...

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