Parks Division staff have been recently working on the annual pruning and cleanup of the medians in Terra Linda. This task involves pruning the many Oleander bushes that grow in the medians. The small Parks Crew supplemented their staff with contracted labor to speed up the process. The pruning is especially important near intersections where...
Every summer, our Streets Division staff clean the wet wells of the City's 11 storm water pump stations. The wet wells act as a catch basin for sediment and debris before the stormwater is pumped into the canal or bay. Staff use confined space safety equipment, including retrieval gear and air monitoring equipment, to enter...
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 July 10 – July 14 Construction crews set new...
PG&E will be temporarily closing St Francis Ln to replace a gas service in the area. The road closure will happen Wednesday, June 28, from approximately 9 A.M. – 4 P.M. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2209-008 and notifications have been provided to affected properties.
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 June 19 – June 23 Construction crews excavated for...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Edison Power Constructors, will be working at night to replace power poles near 800 Mission Ave. The night work is schedule for Thursday, 6/22 from approximately 8 P.M to 5 A.M. The work requires power to be turned off in the area and the traffic signal at the Mission Ave & Lincoln Ave...
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic PG&E will be temporarily closing Chula Vista to replace a gas service in the area. The road closure will happen Thursday, June 22, from approximately 9 A.M. – 5 P.M. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2302-026 and notifications...
The City of San Rafael will be sending out weekly project updates with construction updates, traffic PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be temporarily closing Upper Fremont Dr to perform vegetative maintenance around their power lines. The road closure will happen Tuesday June 20, from approximately 9 A.M. – 2 P.M. They have an approved...
On June 14th Public Works Director April Miller participated in a Joint Legislative Visit Day hosted by the American Public Works Association and American Society of Civil Engineers at the California State Capital. Public works officials and consultants met with members and representatives from the State Assembly and State Senate to express our support for...
Construction Start: April 2023 Estimated Completion: Summer 2024 Work on the San Quentin Pump Station Reconstruction project continues with the foundation of the new pump station. As shown in the picture above, the concrete floating slab has been installed and the formwork for the pump bays that will house the new pumps is being prepared....
Public Works is excited to have two new junior engineers join the Capital Improvement Projects team. Sage Crosby received her Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering – Sustainable Design/Construction – Structures from Stanford University and has her Engineer-In-Training certification. She previously worked as a Junior Designer at a Structural Engineering firm. One interesting fact...
Road markings are important as they help make the roads safer for pedestrians and drivers as well as ensure that traffic flows smoothly. Over time, these markings can fade and wear out making it difficult for drivers to see. Recently, a double yellow line was added on the curved sections of roadway along Mission St....
Kelly Abey joined DPW on June 16th as the 6th annual Honorary Dean Allison Intern. She has lived in San Rafael her whole life until college, where she goes to UC Davis. She recently finished her third year at Davis, double majoring in Environmental Policy, Analysis, and Planning and Sustainable Environmental Design. She is extremely...
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 June 12 – June 16 Construction crews excavated for a new...
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 June 5 – June 9 Construction crews excavated for the new...
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 May 29 – June 2: Construction crews pulled fiber optic cable...
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 May 22 - May 26 Construction crews replaced the sanitary sewer...
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 May 15 - May 19 Construction crews replaced the sanitary sewer...
Fire Station 55 is going through an exciting new phase of construction! Michael Paul Company is “breaking ground” (literally) at Fire Station 55 in preparation for the new hardscape. Plans for this hardscape include new parking lot, light poles, and refreshing the asphalt that carpets the drive‐in entrance of the fire station grounds. We look...
The Department of Public Works Parks Division is integral to maintaining the City. They work tirelessly to maintain the City's Parks to maximize the enjoyment for San Rafael residents and visitors. They maintain the City's many roadsides and medians, performing major pruning, weed suppression, and trimming. They play a crucial role in pre-storm preparations in...
On Monday, the Parks department was on Kerner Blvd, weeding and trimming the trees in the medians between Larkspur St and Sonoma St. Parking isn’t allowed on Mondays in the area to allow for street sweeping. The Parks Department utilizes this time when the roadway is open to complete the work. The sweeper comes through...
After the playground area at Parkside Daycare was recently flooded, Parks personnel had to make an emergency repair on the 4” irrigation mainline that feeds water to the Albert Park ballfield. Parks Maintenance division member Matt Scales is shown placing the new valve box over the shut-off valve for the irrigation line.
Road markings are essential to maintain the control of traffic streets and highways. Faded pavement markings can lead to dangerous driving conditions as they diminish visibility and make it harder for motorists to determine the correct driving protocol in certain areas, especially at night. Paint crews have been out repainting faded street markings and legends. To...
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 (May 8 - May 12) Sonic Telecom construction crews bored the...
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 (May 1 - May 5) Construction crews replaced the sanitary sewer...
Sub-contractor, WK McClellan, will be temporarily closing Highland Ave between Deer Park Ave to complete pavement restoration. The road closure will happen Monday, April 24, from approximately 12 P.M. – 5 P.M. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2211-080 and notifications have been provided to affected properties. Please note that this job has been rescheduled...
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,...
The Freitas Parkway Sidewalk Replacement project was recently completed in April 2023 as part of the City’s Sidewalk Repair and Replacement program. This project replaced approximately 5,000 square feet of severely damaged sidewalk on the south side of Freitas Parkway between Montecillo Road and Las Gallinas Avenue. All traffic control and pedestrian detour signs have...
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,...
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. NIGHT WORK APRIL 24-28 Beginning April 24th, 2023, construction crews will...
