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Current Project Plans (Submitted August 20, 2019)

Public Safety Center – Preparations for the Weather

Although we are enjoying this beautiful summer weather, it’ll be autumn before we know it, and the rains will return.  The Public Safety Center project team is making sure they are prepared for the rains. This includes ensuring the building envelope is water-tight. The roof installation has started in some areas and will continue for...

PG&E Maintenance Work

On August 14, 2019, PG&E contractors began work associated with the maintenance of an existing groundwater extraction and treatment system, located primarily on the southern parcels of the BioMarin campus at the San Rafael Corporate Center.  The system is part of the remedy for the 17-acre former manufactured gas plant/San Rafael Service Center site.  Work...

Bret Harte Bathroom Update

Bret Harte Park experienced a major upgrade with the new restroom building that was installed this year. However, some issues were brought to light after the community started to use it. The toilet kept plugging up due to the shape of the Penal-style toilet. These types of toilets have drainage pipes with smaller diameters due...

Median Pruning

The Parks Department is currently pruning along Las Collindas Avenue in Terra Linda. Pruning consists of trimming trees by cutting away dead or overgrown branches in order to stimulate growth.  Work is expected to wrap up this week.

SMART Train Testing

SMART has completed the bulk of their construction project to bring the SMART trains from central San Rafael to Larkspur.  In the course of this “second operating segment”, SMART contractors rebuilt the entire track, spent two consecutive weekends crossing Second and Third Streets, replaced the bridge that crosses the San Rafael Creek with two brand...

The Pool is for the Diving Team...not the Driving Team

The Terra Linda Community pool encountered some excitement this past week. Apparently, someone was running a little late for a bridge tournament when they mistakenly pressed the gas pedal instead of the brake and drove through the pool fencing. Fortunately, the pool was closed at the time and no one was hurt when the incident...

November 3, 2020 Election

At the Council meeting of June 15, 2020, the City Council adopted a resolution proposing a General Municipal Election be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. The names of the candidates who qualified for the 2020 General Municipal Election on November 3, 2020, appear below. City of San Rafael Election Mayoral Candidates Kate Colin Statement of...

About the Costco Pre Application and Conceptual Design Review

*This post has been edited to include the scheduled Design Review Board and Planning Commission meeting dates (edit 9/30/2019) Costco has applied for a “Pre Application and Conceptual Design Review” for their proposal to demolish the existing multi story Sears building along with the two out buildings (former Sears catalog building and automotive center building)...

About the Community Development Review Process (Costco Project)

*This post has been edited to include the scheduled public meetings for conceptual design review (edit 9/9/2019)   The information below outlines the steps taken by an applicant in the Community Development Review Process. For more information about the Costco project visit the Project webpage and read our article about the Costco Pre Application and...

Spontaneous Combustion of Oily Rags

Spontaneous Combustion of Oily Rags Yesterday, the San Rafael Fire Department responded to an accidental fire caused by “spontaneous combustion.” The department has responded to over a dozen fires over the past several years that were caused by improper disposal of materials used to stain or paint decks or furniture. The property damage in yesterday’s...

Reports

Below you'll find various housing-related reports associated with the City of San Rafael. If you have any questions or comments, please let us know.

Report: Surface Parking Lot Air Rights Study

Canceled-Changed - August 23, 2019

Digital's Team

Key Initiatives for 2023 - 2024 Civic Engagement Develop engagement strategy Develop best practices for hybrid public meetings Support citywide website content strategy Scope needs for language access Data and Insights Launch City Council Performance metrics Build data warehouse and automation tools Co-develop dashboards/data tools for departments Launch version 2.0 of Open Data Portal Digital...

Fire Commission

The Fire Commission supports the San Rafael Fire Department in collaboration with the Fire Chief. Learn more about this volunteer group here.

Portable Generators

With PG&E’s plans to shut down power at vulnerable times during high fire season, residents and business owners alike are gearing-up to prepare for power loss over extended periods--and some folks are considering using portable generators. Here is some general information that is good to know: Portable generators that use fossil-fuels (i.e., gasoline, diesel) are...

In Memoriam: Former City Clerk Jeanne Leoncini Passes Away

I’m saddened to share with you that our former City Clerk, Jeanne Leoncini, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2019. She served as the City Clerk for 30 years, from 1977 to 2007--and was a long-time San Rafael resident who dedicated herself to serving our community. Jeanne was a true public servant: she thoughtfully considered...

Special Presentation: Proclamation of Appreciation to Jack Roberston

At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will present a proclamation to recognize former Planning Commissioner Jack Robertson, who recently retired after having served on the Planning Commission for nearly eight years. During his tenure on the Planning Commission, Jack contributed to the long-range planning of the City through his participation in the review and action...

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