Camping Ordinance Update The City of San Rafael continues to work under a Federal District Court order on the implementation of its camping ordinance passed in July 2023. On October 19th , the Court issued a preliminary injunction order that provided modified spacing rules allowing up to four individuals to camp together, in a 400...
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK December11 - December 15 Construction crews completed planting...
Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Fourth Street at night Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Rob Dawson! They were the first to answer our Snapshot quiz. The San Rafael Plaza was once the home of Macy’s department store. Thanks for reading Snapshot! Scroll down to see this edition’s...
Human-Centered Approach The City is preparing to implement the City’s new camping ordinance adopted on July 17, 2023, with court-mandated conditions. Staff are collaborating with service providers and members of the unhoused community (Marin County Lived Experience Advisory Board) to facilitate a human-centered, trauma informed approach, which will focus on voluntary compliance and incentives/assistance first,...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 12/18-12/23. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. LOT Street City 15 Bonnie Brae Dr. San Rafael 72 OAKMONT AVE SAN RAFAEL 76 OAKMONT AVE SAN RAFAEL...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the location listed below. This work will be done on Wednesday, 12/13. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459 LOT Street City 304 D St. SAN RAFAEL 12/13/2023
The City is pleased to announce the receipt of three proposals in response to our recent Request for Proposals (RFP) on a residential new parking permit program. These proposals, each presenting unique and forward-thinking solutions, are currently under review by our team. In our commitment to a thorough and fair evaluation, we plan to conduct interviews with...
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK December 4 - December 8 Construction crews completed...
As you may be aware, The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) delayed the start of the 2023-2024 California commercial Dungeness crab fishing season due to risk of marine life entanglement until December 16, at the earliest. With that knowledge, our crab vendor pivoted and placed an order for fresh crab from a commercial fishery in...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working in locations listed below. They will be doing vegetation work throughout the week 12/11-12/16. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. LOT Street City 72 OAKMONT AVE SAN RAFAEL 76 OAKMONT AVE SAN RAFAEL 80 OAKMONT AVE SAN RAFAEL
Dredging Operations Extended through December 31st, 2023 The City of San Rafael’s dredging operations have been granted an extension through December 31st. If you are interested in applying for a permit for dredging, please use the below link: Dredging Permit - City of San Rafael
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK November 27 - December 1 Construction crews continued...
Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Youth in Arts, United Against Hate Week poster project on display in the San Rafael Plaza Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Tom Obletz! They were the first to answer our Snapshot quiz. The first lighted boat parade took place in 1966 and...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working in locations listed below. They will be doing vegetation work throughout the week 12/4-12/8. Public inquiries can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. LOT Street City 107 Corrillo Drive SAN RAFAEL 376 Devon Drive SAN RAFAEL 72 OAKMONT AVE SAN RAFAEL...
On the morning of 11/27, fire units were dispatched to a report of smoke seen coming from a Caltrans administrative office building by motorists passing by that called 911. Upon arrival, fire crews determined that there was active fire coming from the back of the building and that the fire had extended to the interior...
Starting January 1st, 2024, the State of California requires businesses with a single-user toilet facility to identify such facility as all-gender toilet facilities per legislation AB 783. AB 783 is related to AB 1732 (Ting) from 2016, which enacted a restroom policy requiring all single-occupancy restrooms in business, government buildings, and places of public accommodation...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working in locations listed below. They will be doing vegetation work throughout this week 11/27-12/2. Public inquiries can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. LOT Street 411 4th ST 305 HIGHLAND AVE 38 WILLIAMS CT 32 Williams Ct 16 QUARRY ROAD...
On October 23, 2023, the City Council appointed 9 people to serve on the San Rafael Police Accountability and Advisory Committee (PAAC). Their first meeting will be held on December 20th at 6:00 p.m., at City Hall and you can learn more about the Committee on the PAAC website, but for now we would like...
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK November 19 - November 22 Construction crews continued...
Successful Seeds of Hope Event On November 6, the City of San Rafael and County of Marin Health and Human Services co-hosted the 6th Seeds of Hope lunch and service provider fair. The event invites people experiencing homelessness to receive meals, donations, and housing-focused services. The turnout was wonderful, and 23 service providers assisted attendees...
The kitchen can be the heart of the home, especially during the holidays. From testing family recipes to decorating cakes and cookies, everyone enjoys being part of the preparations. Holiday cooking can be hectic, when there is a lot of activity and people at home. Be aware of fire safety to ensure you and your...
PG&E will be doing pole replacement work that will require a road closure at 71 W Sea View Ave. The closure will happen on Wednesday, December 6th from 9am to 3pm. This road closure is on the border of the City and the County jurisdiction, but their traffic control and detour signs will be placed...
B Street will be converted to TWO-WAY Traffic between Second Street and 5th Avenue this Sunday night November 19, 2023. The switchover will take several hours during which the easterly lane will be closed. Work begins at 8 pm and it is expected to take several hours to complete. After the striping, signage, and signal...
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic closure updates, and other relevant information for this project. To receive these updates, please sign up using the form at the left-hand side of the project website. THIS WEEK November 13 - November 17 Construction crews have...
Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Local Artist, Sofia Estebecorena Prieto working on a new mural at the downtown Fourth Street Pink Owl Coffee Shop Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Mary O’Mara! They were the first to answer our Snapshot quiz. The picture in our last Snapshot quiz...
East San Rafael is a vibrant and diverse area that has traditionally been marked by socio-economic disparities compared to the rest of San Rafael. The area has a mix of residential and commercial spaces and has faced an increased demand for parking due to population growth, housing shortages, economic development, and changes in land use....
A City project will be doing work to improve the storm drains that will require a road closure at 57 Bryn Mawr Dr. This closure is expected to begin Monday, 11/27, from 9am to 3pm and will last about 3 weeks. They will still be doing work in the area from 8-9am and 3-5pm each...
PG&E will be doing pole replacement work that will require a road closure at 121 Tiburon Blvd. The closure will happen on Monday 11/20 and Tuesday 11/21 from 8am to 5pm. This road closure is in the County unincorporated area, but their traffic control and detour signs will be placed in the City right-of-way. They...
