Category: City News

📸 Snapshot: City Council meeting, Homelessness Services, and more

Snapshot En Espanol San Rafael City Council Meeting Highlights On Monday February 3, the City of San Rafael will hold a City Council meeting at 6:00 PM at City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue. Details: Regular Meeting: Begins at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers. City Manager and Councilmember Reports: Reports from the City Manager and Councilmembers, including updates … Continued

News Release: City of San Rafael Welcomes Andrea Visveshwara as Chief Assistant City Attorney

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Cristine Alilovich City Manager 415-485-3070 city.manager@cityofsanrafael.org City of San Rafael Welcomes Andrea Visveshwara as Chief Assistant City Attorney San Rafael, CA – January 29, 2025—The City of San Rafael is pleased to announce the selection of Andrea Visveshwara as its new Chief Assistant City Attorney. Andrea brings over almost two decades … Continued

Homelessness News Update – January 24, 2025

Community Concerns Regarding the City’s Camping Ordinance The City is aware of growing concerns and misinformation being spread on social media and shared with the City directly regarding Camping Ordinance regulations related to City Parks.   The Ordinance prohibits camping within 100 feet of playgrounds and prohibits camping at certain public properties including, but not … Continued

Call for Applications – Pickleweed Library Children’s Room Mural

The City of San Rafael is seeking applications from qualified organizations to develop youth-led artwork for a mural in the Pickleweed Branch Library Children’s Room. Pickleweed Library is scheduled for renovation starting Summer 2025 through Spring 2026. The renovation will include a complete interior re-design of the space to better meet community needs, improve the … Continued

Snapshot: City Council meeting, Los Angeles Wildfires, Measure P, and more

Snapshot En Espanol San Rafael City Council Meeting Highlights On Tuesday January 21, the City of San Rafael will hold a City Council meeting at 6:00 PM at City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue. Details: Regular Meeting: Begins at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers. City Manager and Councilmember Reports, including reports on meetings and conferences attended. This will also … Continued

Evacuation Route Vegetation Clearance Beginning January 14th, 2025

The San Rafael Fire Department will be conducting vegetation work in San Rafael along public roads and right of ways as a part of a Measure C funded Evacuation Route Project. The City of San Rafael is part of the Marin Wildfire Prevention Authority (MWPA). In 2020, Marin County voters passed special tax Measure C, which … Continued

City Celebrates 150 Year Anniversary with Proclamation

The City of San Rafael has officially proclaimed 2024 as its 150th Anniversary, celebrating its rich history, vibrant present, and exciting future. This milestone not only marks the city’s rich legacy but also commemorates the San Rafael Fire Department’s own 150th anniversary, recognizing the essential role public safety has played in the community’s growth and … Continued

Public Service Award for 2025 Nomination Period OPEN!

Nominations for 2025 Public Service Award! Do you know someone who you think should be recognized for the Public Service Award? Each year, we recognize a member of the community for their contributions in making San Rafael an amazing place to live and work. If you have someone in mind that you believe should be … Continued

2025 City Holiday Closures

City Hall and other offices will be closed to the public from December 23 to January 3, but appointments are available upon request. Non-public safety services will resume on January 6, 2025. All San Rafael Public Library branches will close from December 23 to January 4, with the Pickleweed Library closing on December 21. All … Continued

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