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"... and the needs of residents in our community. Do you have a forward-looking mindset ... ? Are you looking to work in a perfectly-sized, professional municipal agency? Do you want ... to work where staff is encouraged to reduce bureaucracy and take risks? Do you want to make ... a difference by creatively addressing issues? Does collaborating across departments, co ..."

Our employees are our greatest asset, and we seek individuals who are excited about a challenge, are creative and dare to make a difference.  We are a results-driven team who care about each other and the needs of residents in our community. Do you have a forward-looking mindset? Are you looking to work in a perfectly-sized,...

7 Days to a Fire Safe Home

"... seven weeks, we will be sending out one tip per week that you can tackle to make your home more fire ... , and work to do your part to make the community safer and more resilient from wildfires. We ask ... Wondering what types of gardening and landscaping that can be done during the shelter-in-place order ... to 3” or less (this does not include irrigated lawns) Cleaning of organic material ... vegetation etc. Doing the work yourself All essential and non-essential work may ..."

We hope everyone is staying safe and well at home. While we adjust our daily lives to minimize the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, fire season is still fast approaching. Over the next seven weeks, we will be sending out one tip per week that you can tackle to make your home more fire safe for the...

Volunteer Spotlight: San Rafael Clean

"... . Why did you choose to volunteer for SRC? Libby: I had been doing volunteer beach ... coalition. What do you enjoy most about your volunteer work? Laurie: The immediate ... . Andree: It’s a tie between the social aspect and the results. We’ve done so much ... the cigarette litter campaign that is now being run by the Downtown Streets Team. They are doing such a great ... . It encouraged businesses to do their part to maintain the business district, but equally important let ..."

San Rafael Clean (SRC) is a coalition of residents, business-owners, nonprofits and government agencies working together to reduce litter in San Rafael. The coalition hosts cleanup days, outreach events, business partnerships, and strategic planning sessions. Projects SRC has organized include: a Clean Business Partner program; litter education at schools, businesses, and public events; and cigarette...

Pay Fees

"... do ... .  (If you do not have an account you will need to create one ..."

How to Pay Fees Start by clicking on the "Pay Fee" icon above. **Please do not create a new permit** Then log into you account.  (If you do not have an account you will need to create one) Once logged in you can use the search permit option to locate your permit.   If this permit...

Sidewalk Repair Program

"... "shaving" - e.g. when a sidewalk displacement is <1.5" and does not require fully replacement ... .). If the sidewalk repair involves a corner where an ADA ramp is not in place, one will need ... do ... licensed to do concrete work in San Rafael and pay prevailing wages. The contractor needs to create ... repairs to get done Citywide. In August 2024, San Rafael City Council approved increasing ..."

What is the Sidewalk Repair Program? The Sidewalk Repair Program is a cost-sharing benefit for property owners in San Rafael seeking to repair damaged sidewalks. Under the program, the City will: Split the cost of sidewalk replacement 50-50 with property owners (up to a maximum of $2,000 in City contribution) Fully incur the cost of...

Minor Permits not requiring a plan review:

"... .   Please note:  these permits generally do not need plan review, with a few ... here if you do not already have one ... equipment to be removed and replaced Only one overlay is allowed ... Retrofit windows & doors only (does not disturb framing ..."

**ATTN CUSTOMERS** Effective 1/1/2023 all Building Permits issued after this date will be valid for 2 years.  Minor permits such as water heater & furnaces, etc. will be valid for 180 days only.    If your permit is not Finaled by the expiration date you will need to pay a renewal fee.   Please note:  these...

Prepare for Climate Change

"... connected to others are more resilient, happy, and healthy. One of the most important things we can do ... you can build community and individual resilience. Remember, you don't need to do it all, just do ... one thing to start ... we do it with a coach and peer support ... to do ..."

Marin County is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in Northern California but runs the risk of flooding due to low elevations and climate change. The City of San Rafael recognizes that being prepared for the future means adapting.  Community Resilience  Studies consistently show that those who are more connected to others are...

Water Conservation

"... again this year. Read below for more on how you can help. Let’s all do our part to conserve and keep our ... proud about doing yourself! Click the image below to download the Guidebook ... Doing ... filling is almost always being done with recycled water. The Sanitation District uses recycled ... . Thank you for doing your part to conserve our precious water supplies. ..."

It's always a good time to conserve We just came out of a historic drought, and climate change is making them more prevalent. It won't be long before we hit the dry season again. It benefits all of us to revisit our water use and keep up good conservation practices to help preserve our water...

Homelessness Update: Service Support Area Creates Meaningful Movement For a Path to Housing

"... .   One ... .  While doing so, they conduct outreach to those experiencing homelessness in the open space to guide ... .  Please do not donate directly to the Service Support ... Marin - In Marin since 1946, St. Vincent’s does much more than just provide 200,000 warm meals every ... year at its Free Dining Room on B Street ..."

The city of San Rafael continues to see positive results with the establishment of the Service Support Areas (SSA) for those experiencing homelessness. As part of the collaboration with Caltrans, the County of Marin, CHP, and multiple service  organizations, the SSA is an out-of-the box approach to create strong support for our most vulnerable community members. This designated space provides 24x7 security, restrooms, handwashing stations, garbage pick-up,...

"... , poverty, and homelessness in Marin. Their free dining room at 820 B Street is open daily to feed ... “Vincentians” and volunteer to do the critical work of visiting at-risk seniors, low-income families ... operates every Wednesday near the Free Dining Room. Help Desk staff will assist individuals and families ... groups working with our community. Please do not donate directly to the Service Support ... much more than just provide 200,000 warm meals every year at its Free Dining Room on B Street ..."

Getting to know the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Marin St. Vincent de Paul Society of Marin has been serving San Rafael since 1946. With a long history of collaboration, St. Vincent de Paul has successfully partnered with the community in their journey to end hunger, poverty, and homelessness in Marin. Their free dining...

The 2017 Homeless Point-in-Time Count

"... The Homeless Point-in-Time Count (PIT) is one of the most important opportunities we have ... every two years. The next one is coming up on January 27, 2017. We need your help ... and transitional housing programs.  The count is done in January because it is thought that shelter ... , even if just for that one night.   It does not capture all ... of their assigned area.  Instead of doing surveys that morning, teams are simply tasked with getting ..."

The Homeless Point-in-Time Count (PIT) is one of the most important opportunities we have to determine whether or not we’re making progress to end homelessness. The PIT only happens once every two years. The next one is coming up on January 27, 2017. We need your help!! Volunteer for the 2017 Count! (no prior experience necessary)...

Downtown Parking Locations & Costs

"... Red zone / No parking anytime $80.00 Fire hydrant ... Parked in blue zone (without placard) $335.00 Parked ... in bus zone $250.00 Expired registration (correctable) $215.00 ... ) When do I have to pay? On-street ... ) 800 and 900 Blocks of E Street (Between 2nd & 4th Sts) What do the colors ..."

Parking Rates & Citation Fines On-street meters $1.50 / hour Off-street lots (metered & un-metered) $0.75 / hour A & C Street garages $1.00 / hour ($10 max) Abandoned Vehicle or parked over 72hrs $205.00 Expired meter $40.00 Compliance with signs/ curb markings $50.00 Red zone / No parking anytime $80.00 Fire hydrant (within 15ft)...

Hey Residents, It's Easy Being Green!

"... one ... the building energy sector. What's one more thing you can do to make this world a better place tomorrow ... do ... one ... thing you can do to make your life a little ..."

Climate change has been called one of the greatest challenges facing society today.  Emissions from the transportation sector were responsible for the greatest percentage of our community's greenhouse gas emissions, followed by emissions from the building energy sector. What's one more thing you can do to make this world a better place tomorrow? What can...

Jack Brandon

"... , the San Rafael Police Department (SRPD) is one of those that must have a constant presence round ... be a good thing to do with my spare time. What do you enjoy most about your volunteer work ... not receive them. What other volunteer activities do you do? I also volunteer ... in San Rafael. What do you suggest to those considering volunteering with the City ... volunteering for anything, especially if it’s a long-term commitment. Describe in one to three words your ..."

While some city departments have the luxury of being able to close their doors over their holidays, the San Rafael Police Department (SRPD) is one of those that must have a constant presence round-the-clock, 365 days a year. Without volunteers, this mandate would be even more challenging than it already is. Jack Brandon has been...

Sanctioned Camping Program

"... the sanctioned camping site is constrained. Furthermore, the City does not own land elsewhere ... that is counter to the mission of the program. Individuals who are camping in the buffer zone and who do ... case management staff and one full-time outreach worker dedicated to the Mahon Creek Path Area ... on-site to be used by housing case managers and outreach staff. One temporary storage container unit ... restroom units and one ADA compliant unit will be provided for residents. One standard restroom and one ..."

The City is establishing a sanctioned camping area along the northern portion of the Mahon Creek Path through grant funding provided by the State of California Encampment Resolution Funding Program Why the Camping Area has Been Established Individuals experiencing homelessness have been camping in this area in recent years. When the City banned camping at...

2024-12-16 Agenda Packet

Matched in attachment: "... Do not award the contract and direct staff to rebid the Project. ... Do not award the contract and provide direction to staff. ... Any Work done without the required inspection(s) will also be subject to rejection by City. ... If City determines that the dust control is not adequate, City may have the work done by others and ... thank you goes to our Board — your voice and passion for Downtown has been crucial in getting things done ..."

San Rafael Update: What's Next + Upcoming Changes for June 15th

"... With one week to go until the State’s June ...  of eligible Marin residents have received two doses (or one shot of Johnson & Johnson ...  percent of the total population have been fully immunized (two weeks after second dose ... What to do ... , but it happens! If you do lose your ..."

With one week to go until the State’s June 15th reopening, countywide COVID-related statistics continue to trend towards the manageable containment of cases and the success of our vaccination efforts. As of today, 78.7 percent of eligible Marin residents have received two doses (or one shot of Johnson & Johnson), and 65 percent of the total population have been fully immunized (two weeks after second dose). Check out...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: Are you wearing a mask?

"... one in the car or by your front door because every time you wear ...  it, you do your part in helping us ... wearing it correctly? Does it cover both your nose and your mouth? Is it secured to your face so that you ... Bureau for information on what to do ... work to be done to close these equity gaps in our ..."

It’s no secret that COVID-19 is dynamic, from how long the virus lives on various surfaces to the level at which some are affected by the virus compared to others. It can feel complex and exhausting in the ways in which we must be on guard to protect ourselves and others at all times. COVID-19 safety measures, including wearing a mask, are still more important than...

5/11/18 - Sidewalk Repair Program Update: Lottery and Inspections

"... further for the 366 applications. It is still our hope that we can do every property that applied! But we ... for 366 inspections in one month is no easy feat for an already busy Public Works department, but GIS ... as a way for Maintenance staff to do the surveys on their phones, and for the survey data to be instantly ... in the field. Using the app, one inspector covered 60+ properties in 3 days (shout out ... so that they can clearly communicate with the contractor about the work that needs to be done ..."

The Sidewalk Repair Program application period closed on Friday, April 27th. The City received 366 in total applications. This week the City ran the Sidewalk Repair Program lottery and ranked all 366 applications, and sent an email to all applicants informing them of their priority ranking status and what the next steps are: 1 is...

SMART Overnight Testing for Larkspur Extension Starts August 23

"... applied for a Quiet Zone in the neighborhoods near the Larkspur Extension? Yes, SMART has ... made the second phase Quiet Zone ready and all of the required signalization has been installed ... as to when to implement the Quiet Zone.   Why does the Quiet Zone application end ... was not able to do this earlier as all of the Quiet Zone improvements needed to be in place first ... between Mission Ave and Larkspur.   Who do I contact with questions about ..."

SMART is getting closer to opening its extension to Larkspur and will begin testing the train control and railroad crossing warning systems along the newly constructed portion of track from San Rafael to Larkspur. Track testing will take place on track segments between Mission Ave and Larkspur. The overnight testing will take place between 9:30...

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