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PG&E Encourages Customers to Conserve Electricity as California ISO Declares Flex Alert on Monday

Based on current energy supply forecasts, rotating power outages are likely to occur Monday. Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) urges customers to conserve electricity in response to the California Independent System Operator’s (ISO) statewide Flex Alert called for Monday from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. CAISO is the organization that manages the state's power grid. Best ways to...

As Statewide Heatwave Continues, PG&E Encourages Customers to Conserve Energy through Wednesday Night

Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) released a recent press release of potential outages that could affect parts of California this evening. Stay informed about outages affecting your service by viewing PG&E's outage map. Visit California ISO's (CAISO) web page for information about California's electric grid.

Marin Opens Cooling Center for Older Adults

An unexpected heat wave is bringing unusually high temperatures to Marin County. People who are more vulnerable to hot conditions now have an option to escape the heat. Marin Public Health is opening a cooling center Saturday, August 15 through Tuesday, August 18, from 3:00pm to 7:00pm, at the Marin Center Exhibit Hall (10 Avenue of...

PG&E Implements Rotating Power Outages

Earlier this evening, Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) implemented a rotating power outage due to a strain on the electrical grid. The power will be turned off in rotating blocks until about 11 p.m. Power could be out for about one hour for each block. Some households in San Rafael have already begun to experience restored...

Neighborhoods Association - August 19, 2020

Date and time: Date and time: 2020-08-19 05:00 pmLocation: Special Joint Meeting - SR Neighborhoods Association / City Council August 19, 2020Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' below to view the agendaDate and time: 2020-08-19 05:00 pmLocation: Special Joint Meeting - SR Neighborhoods Association / City Council August 19, 2020Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' below to view the...

Proposed Changes to Police Use of Force Policy

On Monday, August 17th, the City Council will review recommended changes to the City of San Rafael Police Department’s Use of Force Policy. In June 2020, Mayor Phillips signed President Barack Obama’s “Mayor’s Pledge” to review San Rafael’s use of force policing policies. Additionally, the Mayor assembled a community task force to assist City leaders...

Special Library Parcel Tax Committee - August 18, 2020

Date and time: Date and time: 2020-08-18 06:00 pmLocation: Special Library Parcel Tax Committee - August 18, 2020Department: Public MeetingsDate and time: 2020-08-18 06:00 pmLocation: Special Library Parcel Tax Committee - August 18, 2020Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' below to view the agendaAgenda packetSelect 'download' below to view the agenda packetDate and time: 2020-08-18 06:00 pmLocation:...

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Park & Recreation Commission - August 20, 2020 (Cancelled)

Date and time: Date and time: 2020-08-20 06:00 pmLocation: Auto DraftDepartment: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' to view cancellation noticeDate and time: 2020-08-20 06:00 pmLocation: Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' to view cancellation noticeDate and time: 2020-08-20 06:00 pmLocation: Park & Recreation Commission - August 20, 2020Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' to view cancellation noticeDate and time: 2020-08-20 06:00...

City Council - August 17, 2020

Date and time: Date and time: 2020-08-17 07:00 pmLocation: City Council - August 17, 2020Department: Public MeetingsDate and time: 2020-08-17 07:00 pmLocation: City Council - August 17, 2020Department: Public MeetingsAgendaAGENDA SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL – MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2020 REGULAR MEETING AT 7:00 P.M. Telephone: (669) 900-9128, ID: 835-5946-7965# CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) ADVISORY NOTICE In response...

Canal WiFi and Digital Equity in San Rafael

Access to the internet is necessary for so many facets of our lives including getting news and information, participating in civic life, applying for jobs or unemployment, access to education, and more. Residents in San Rafael do not have equal access to the internet and computers at home. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated digital equity...

RFP for Janitorial Services (CLOSED)

The City of San Rafael (City) hereby requests proposals for janitorial services for City facilities. It is the intent of the City to hire a fully-licensed contractor. Services shall include routine janitorial maintenance for all City facilities, including the Police Department, Library, Recreation Centers, Department of Public Works, and City Hall. Work will include: vacuuming,...

Fifth Avenue New Signage Placements

Throughout the City, our staff have been working hard to update and maintain the marking and signage on the roadways. Recently, our striping contractor has been updating the crosswalks and other various striping along Fifth Avenue to make them safer for pedestrians and visible for motorists. Paint isn’t the only thing that helps with visibility...

Public Safety Center - Painting white strips for the steps

Streets crew members Brendan Smith, Trevor Thomas, and Matthew Von Bima were at the new Public Safety Center adding some final touches to the area. This will not only bring a fresh look to the steps, but it will ensure and improve visibility of the steps. The staff were tasked to go around the building...

Kerner Boulevard Drainage Clearing

Arturo Tinoco and Kenny Gaitlin worked with and oversaw Ad-Lite clamming services to remove debris from the Kerner Boulevard ditch. The project happened over the course of three (3) days, and team removed more than 20 tons of vegetation and garbage from the drainage channel. During this time of the year, our crews inspect all...

Fire Station 57 landscaping

The Parks Division and AmeriCorps worked together setting up the landscaping of Fire Station 57. Parks crew member Valente Curiel prepped the area by laying down the fabric layer for the group to start putting down the mulch. With the helping hands of AmeriCorps, we were able to complete the work at Fire Station 57...

Freitas Parkway Vegetation Management

The Parks Division is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the vegetation along the drainage ditch on Freitas Parkway. When the crews are ready to get to work, they follow the necessary safety protocols by setting up necessary traffic control in the area early in the morning before they commence work. The crews trimmed...

Terra Linda Pool water maintenance

The Parks Division does not only deal with vegetation issues. Parks crew member Jim O’Hagan assists with checking the water quality of the pool. Jim regularly goes to the Terra Linda Community Center to check the pool’s sanitation balance and verify that the water is circulating properly. If there are any issues, Jim will correct...

Francisco Blvd East Sidewalk Project

Construction has started on Francisco Blvd East from Vivian to Grand Avenue. The City has coordinated with the San Rafael Sanitation District to complete a much-anticipated sidewalk widening project with a sewer replacement project. We are taking advantage of the decrease in traffic volume during the COVID pandemic to do construction during the day for...

Parks Department cuts Contracts, stretches staff to save City money

When the City was looking at furloughs and budget cuts for FY 2020-21, the Parks Division revaluated their contracted support and offered to take two major contracted services in-house for this fiscal year: maintenance of the citywide parkettes and the Puerto Suello Bike Path. Together, cutting these two contracts and performing the work with our...

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