Through problem solving, auto mechanics can determine what part(s) need repair or replacement. Having strong problem-solving skills allows mechanics to provide preventative maintenance as well. In the photo below, Garage technician Angel Lopez is shown replacing the water pump assembly on one of our patrol units due to having a fresh and noticeable leak that, … Continued
MMWD’s sub-contractor, WK McClellan, will be temporarily closing Highland Ave between Deer Park Ave to complete pavement restoration for a water line leak repair. The road closure will happen Tuesday, May 2nd, from approximately 9 A.M. – 1 P.M. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2211-080 and notifications have been provided to affected properties.
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working in locations listed. They will be doing vegetation work along PG&E powerlines starting Monday 4/24/23 thru Wednesday 4/26/23. 75 MAGNOLIA AVE 890 BELLE AVE 120 GARDEN AVE 238 LINDEN LANE 202 LINDEN LANE 1520 GRAND AVE 21 CONVENT CT 124 CONVENT CT 202 LINDEN LANE 8 … Continued
By: Theo Sanchez, Associate Civil Engineer The San Quentin Pump Station Reconstruction project got underway on April 3, 2023. The project will construct a new, more powerful pump station and demolish the existing pump station that has been in operation for more than 50 years. The contractor, Thompson Builders Corporation, has started installation of a … Continued
New AED cabinets have been installed at the San Rafael community center, Terra Linda community center and Parkside childcare center. The new cabinets allowed the AED devices to be placed in areas which will allow for quicker use when needed.
The facilities team has recently completed two projects to increase the security of the Falkirk Cultural center. A large LED wall pack was installed with a dusk to dawn sensor, as well as adding additional sensors to existing flood lights. These upgrades will keep the right side of the building well-lit during the darker periods of the day and at night. … Continued
Having an effective preventative maintenance program in place plays an important part when it comes to facility management. It also helps to keep equipment functioning properly/efficiently as well as ensure the safety of the equipment operator(s). Here we see Garage technician James Arieta performing regularly scheduled preventative maintenance work on one of Sanitation District Vactor … Continued
The California Department of Transportation (CalTRans) designated contractor is scheduled to install permanent thermoplastic pavement paint at the Central San Rafael exit (NB 101) on April 11, 2023, from 11 p.m. until 6 a.m. The offramp will be closed during this time. In addition, CalTrans designated contactor will close two lanes on the Second Street … Continued
By: JC Agcaoili, Assistant Engineer Construction on the Freitas Parkway Sidewalk Replacement began on Monday, April 3rd, 2023. The City’s contractor, Sierra’s Concrete, has set up traffic control and pedestrian detour signs to ensure an accessible path of travel during construction. The goal of this project is to maximize budget by focusing on replacing the … Continued
The recent onslaught of storms has created several fallen tree and limb debris around the City for the Parks Department to address. Below is a photo of an acacia tree that had fallen in Boyd Park and took out some large branches on a nearby camphor tree. Parks Division crew members Camilo Bayot, Nathan Momsen, … Continued
