The City Hall building will be closed to the general public on Fridays from June 6, 2025 through August 29, 2025. San Rafael Community Centers, Libraries, Al Boro Parking Services, and all Public Safety services will remain open and maintain normal Friday hours.

   

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Road Closure Notification - St Francis Ln - 8/25

PG&E will be working and closing the road on St Francis Ln at Palm Ave to conduct electrical work. The closure will happen Monday, 8/25, between 9am-3pm. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2401-023, and affected properties have been notified. Please note St Francis Ln is a dead-end street, and ends in a cul-de-sac, so...

5:30 Update on the city’s response to the Canal St. Apartment fire

5:30 Update on the city’s response to the Canal St. Apartment fire. Currently, we have 58 people who are registered at the registered at shelter. The City has provided cots, and are serving dinner and breakfast. Members of the public should come to Al Boro Center if they are displaced or need resources. Dinner and...

516 Canal Street 08-21-2025

San Rafael Apartment Fire Displaces Residents, Response Ongoing

San Rafael, CA – At 5:36 a.m. this morning, 911 dispatchers received a report of a structure fire at a three-story, wood-frame apartment complex located at 516 Canal Street, where approximately 55 people lived. When the first San Rafael Fire Department units—just blocks away—arrived, the building was already fully engulfed. Residents were fleeing, and firefighters...

Emergency Electric Work - 292 Knight Dr - 8/21-8/24

PG&E’s subcontractor, VPI Charge, will be working with a one lane closure at 292 Knight Dr for emergency electrical work in the area. Emergency work is scheduled today, Thursday, 8/21, through Sunday, 8/24, between approximately 8am-4pm. German Prado 925-596-8170 will be the VPI General Foreman. Please contact them with any questions or concerns.

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Planning Commission - August 26, 2025 (Cancelled)

Date and time: 2025-08-26 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentDate and time: 2025-08-26 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentDate and time: 2025-08-26 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentDate and time: 2025-08-26 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentDate and time: 2025-08-26 07:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: Community & Economic...

Arts & Culture

About San Rafael has been selected as one of California’s premier state-designated arts and culture districts. San Rafael joins 13 other districts in a new program highlighting the state’s unique artistic and cultural communities within California, home to the country’s leading creative economy. The newly designated Downtown San Rafael Arts District is located along the spine of Fourth...

What are HAWK signals and how do I use them?

A HAWK signal is a High-intensity Activated crossWalK (HAWK) signal. To learn more about them, please visit our HAWK Signal website: https://www.cityofsanrafael.org/hawk-signals/ 

What is the anticipated construction schedule?

Project is expected to start Fall 2025 and be completed by Winter 2025. 

What impacts can be expected during construction?

The expected primary impact is traffic. The project will go through various phases for traffic control. Traffic Control Phase One will require a single lane to remain open for both directions of traffic, with the use of flaggers to manage traffic flow. This one-lane condition will only be in effect between 9:00 AM and 3:00...

What time of day will the work take place?

The work, and all subsequent noise, will occur between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. 

8/23/25: Make-Up Street Sweeping - West End & Loch Lomond

ATTENTION: West End & Loch Lomond Neighbors! Make-up Street Sweeping for Zones 19 & 30 is scheduled for this Saturday, 8/23/25 beginning at 7:30am through 10am. If possible, please do not park on the streets during this time period. Check out the City's street sweeping map for more information on the sweeping zones and regular...

8/21/25: Dominican Area Street Sweeping

ATTENTION: Dominican Area Neighbors! Make-up Street Sweeping for Zone 35 is scheduled for this Thursday, 8/21/25 beginning at 7:30am through 10am. If possible, please do not park on the streets during this time period.    Check out the City's street sweeping map for more information on the sweeping zones and regular schedules! https://www.cityofsanrafael.org/street-sweeping/

Park Projects & Plans

Measure D is an initiative to provide a critical, consistent, locally-controlled funding source for the San Rafael Public Library.

Funding for Library Services

Measure D is an initiative to provide a critical, consistent, locally-controlled funding source for the San Rafael Public Library.

News and Updates

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and announcements related to library programs, services, and operations. Additionally, visit the Library’s events page for a complete list of upcoming programs and events.

Senior Exemptions

If you are 65 years of age or older by July 1 of the tax year, and own and occupy a single-family residence in San Rafael, you can file a tax exemption application for the Special Library Services Parcel Tax (must be filed on or before June 1). Print out a Measure D Senior Exemption...

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San Rafael Public Library – Homepage  San Rafael Public Library - About  Library Board of Trustees  San Rafael Municipal Code 3.36 - Special Library Parcel Tax 

Pickleweed Branch Library Renovation

About Project Goals  Maximize limited space and create a more cohesive and welcoming library through the redesign of the interior space   Upgrade of the Police Department Substation, accessible staff spaces, and improved means of egress   Overview  The Pickleweed Branch Library is 2,000 square feet, co-located with the Albert J. Boro Community Center and within Pickleweed...

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