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Posted on March 28, 2024
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 4/1-4/6. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 04/01-04/06/2024 LOT Street City 8 HAYES ST SAN RAFAEL 962 Patricia Way SAN RAFAEL 2400 Lucas...
Located at Albert Park baseball field along Andersen Drive, the Albert Park Fence Replacement Project consists of upgrading the existing fencing along the ADA ramp by installing approximately 80 feet of 16-feet high fencing. Currently, Engineering staff is working with the Building and Planning divisions to secure a building permit. An agreement with the contractor,...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 3/25-3/30. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 03/25-03/30/2024 LOT Street City 42 GROVE ST. SAN RAFAEL 218 ALEXANDER AVE SAN RAFAEL 8...
For immediate release: Merlone Geier, the owner of the Northgate Mall in Terra Linda, recently submitted a preliminary application under SB 330 proposing an alternative concept for the Northgate project. SB 330, also known as the Housing Crisis Act of 2019, allows developers to streamline the approval of housing development project applications. SB 330 constrains...
The following is an update from Merlone Geier on the Northgate Town Square Project (dated, Tuesday, March 19, 2024). Dear Community Members, Thank you to everyone who took the time to share your thoughts on the Draft Environmental Impact Report for Northgate Town Square. With all the latest public input, the environmental study is moving...
Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Rainbow over San Rafael Photo Credit: Alissa Curtin, Human Resource Dept. Last Quiz Question Congrats to Richard Schneider! They were the first to answer our Snapshot quiz. Last week’s photo featured the alleyway between Laurel Place and Mission Ave. Thanks for reading Snapshot! Scroll down and be the first...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 03/18-03/22. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 03/18-03/22 LOT Street City 205 SOLANO ST. SAN RAFAEL 8 HAYES ST SAN RAFAEL 962 PATRICIA...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 15, 2024 San Rafael Supports Vivalon's March for Meals Campaign to Aid Homebound Seniors San Rafael, CA – This March, the City of San Rafael is supporting Vivalon's March for Meals campaign, an initiative that addresses food insecurity among the City's homebound elderly residents. The...
The results of the needs assessment survey conducted in San Rafael's largest encampments are now available online for public access. In December 2023, the City partnered with local service providers to carry out this important survey, aiming to better understand the needs and experiences of individuals facing homelessness in our community. The survey teams gathered...
Core Tree Care is adding a location to their work schedule this week 3/11-3/15. See below for the updated list with the additions highlighted in yellow. LOT Street City 283 BUNGALOW AVE SAN RAFAEL 124 CONVENT CT SAN RAFAEL 10 MEYER RD SAN RAFAEL 74 SOUTHERN HEIGHTS BLVD SAN RAFAEL 133 SOUTHERN HEIGHTS BLVD SAN...
Howie Excavating will be closing the road at 20 Jewell St to continue the installation of a new sewer manhole. The road closure will begin Monday, 3/11, and last about 5-10 business days within the next two weeks from 3/11-3/22, weather permitting. Approved working hours are from 9am to 3pm. They have an approved encroachment...
The B Street Culvert Replacement Project aims to replace a section of the current concrete box culvert under B Street, near Woodland Avenue. On February 27th, City staff rebid the project with the intent to return to Council April 2024 for consideration of a new construction contract. Currently, Engineering and Streets staff are collaborating to...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 3/11-3/15. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 03/11-03/15/2024 LOT Street City 283 BUNGALOW AVE SAN RAFAEL 124 CONVENT CT SAN RAFAEL 10...
Core Tree Care will be adding the following locations to their work schedule for next week. Please see the complete table below with the additions marked at the end. Core Tree Care 03/04-03/08/2024 LOT Street City 962 Patricia Way San Rafael 2317-2593 Lucas Valley San Rafael 2316-2592 Lucas Valley Rd San Rafael 2400 Lucas...
Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Photo Credit: Bernadette Sullivan, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question Congrats to Ronda Cordero! They were the first to answer our Snapshot quiz. Last week’s photo featured the Terra Linda High School Track, Go Trojans! Thanks for reading Snapshot! Scroll down to see this edition’s quiz and be the...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 3/04-3/08. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 03/04-03/08/2024 LOT Street City 962 Patricia Way San Rafael 2317-2593 Lucas Valley San Rafael 2316-2592...
Core Tree Care will be adding the following locations to their work schedule for the rest of this week 2/27-3/2 400 Merrydale Rd San Rafael 37.9998,-122.5382 Merrydale Rd San Rafael 350 Merrydale Rd San Rafael 37.9972,-122.5407 Las Gallinas Ave San Rafael 200 Los Ranchitos Rd San Rafael 37.9990,-122.5417 Los Ranchitos Rd San Rafael 37.9992,-122.5418 Los...
On February 10, 2024, over 75 participants gathered for "King Tide Day" to measure and document the impact of rising waters on San Rafael. The City of San Rafael, Canal Alliance, Canal Arts, the University of California Berkeley, the Multicultural Center of Marin, The Marin Auburn Society, and the County of Marin co-hosted the family-friendly...
Howie Excavating will be closing the road at 20 Jewell St to install a new sewer manhole. The road closure will begin Monday, 2/26, and last about 5-10 business days weather permitting. Approved working hours are from 9am to 3pm. They have an approved encroachment permit (EP2310-016) and a traffic control plan with detours. Notifications...
City Surveys Individuals in Encampments In December 2023, the City partnered with local service providers to conduct a needs assessment survey in San Rafael’s largest encampments. The survey teams compiled 60 responses, representing more than 80% of the individuals in the Mahon Creek area encampment. The results documented the important fact that people experiencing homelessness...
The City of San Rafael (City) is excited to announce the hiring of Dixon Resources Unlimited (Dixon) in the development of a residential parking permit program. Dixon is a consulting firm with experience assessing, designing, building, and operating successful nationwide parking programs. With an understanding of the complexities involved and a track record of working with municipalities...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 2/26-3/1. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 02/26/-03/01/2024 LOT Street City 196 SOUTHERN HEIGHTS SAN RAFAEL 283 BUNGALOW AVE SAN RAFAEL 124...
Core Tree Care will be adding the following locations to their work schedule for the rest of this week 2/21-2/23. LOT STREET CITY 46 OAK AVE SAN RAFAEL 47 OAK AVE SAN RAFAEL 48 OAK AVE SAN RAFAEL 49 OAK AVE SAN RAFAEL 45 OAK AVE SAN RAFAEL 223 SOUTHERN HEIGHTS BLVD SAN RAFAEL...
Core Tree Care is adding all the locations below for their work this week from 2/21-2/23. LOT Street City 51 ALBERT PARK LN SAN RAFAEL 605 B ST SAN RAFAEL 16 BLOSSOM DR SAN RAFAEL 15 BLOSSOM DR SAN RAFAEL 75 BLOSSOM DR SAN RAFAEL 9 BLOSSOM DR SAN RAFAEL 54 BLOSSOM DR SAN...
On Tuesday, February 13, 2024, the City of San Rafael’s Planning Commission met to hear public comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR). City staff gave a presentation that provided an overview of the Draft EIR, some findings from the report, and the purpose of the California Environmental Quality Act. The Commission listened to...
Snapshot en Español Spotlight Photo Photo Credit: Andrew Restrepo Last Quiz Question Congrats to Val Hornstein! They were the first to answer our Snapshot quiz. The pay phone featured in the last Snapshot can be found in the back hall of the County of Marin Board of Supervisor Chambers at the Civic Center...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 2/19-2/24. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 02/19-02/23/2024 LOT Street City 235 IRWIN ST SAN RAFAEL 46 BRET AVE SAN RAFAEL 740...
Core Tree Care is adding locations for their work this week. Please see below: BUNGALOW RD SAN RAFAEL 37.960186 -122.525777 BUNGALOW RD SAN RAFAEL 37.960152 -122.525774 BUNGALOW RD SAN RAFAEL 37.960197 -122.525716 BUNGALOW RD SAN RAFAEL 37.960189 -122.525648 BUNGALOW RD SAN RAFAEL 37.960107 -122.525757 BUNGALOW RD SAN RAFAEL 37.960095 -122.525717 IRWIN ST SAN RAFAEL 37.955998...
For many residents in San Rafael’s Canal neighborhood, unreliable or unaffordable internet service is a frustrating reality. It hinders residents’ ability to work, learn, and stay connected. To address this issue, the City of San Rafael is working alongside the County of Marin as part of the Digital Marin initiative to develop strategies and outcomes...
