The City Hall building will be closed to the general public on Fridays from June 6, 2025 through August 29, 2025. San Rafael Community Centers, Libraries, Al Boro Parking Services, and all Public Safety services will remain open and maintain normal Friday hours.
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San Rafael's Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan is hosting an Open House and Workshop Join us on Wednesday, May 14, from 5–7 PM at the San Rafael Community Center (618 B St) for an in-person open house. Attendees can walk through different stations to learn about the plan update’s goals and provide feedback on...
A proposal to build 200 new affordable homes at 555 Northgate Dr. has been resubmitted to the City of San Rafael on April 2, 2024. Following an initial determination that the application was incomplete in fall 2023, the developer resubmitted the application on April 2, 2024. City staff have completed their second review of the...
Public Hearing Notice for 930 Irwin Street NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE SAN RAFAEL PLANNING COMMISSION Date: May 13, 2025 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: City Council Chambers, City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901 The San Rafael Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a proposed new residential development at...
Peacock Gap Park construction continues to progress! The City’s Contractor, Rapid Grading Services Inc, has prepared the toddler play area for equipment and fence installation and laid the subgrade and rebar for the walkway between the two play areas. The team determined that it would be best to remove the existing tree in the toddler...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Edison Power, will be performing night work on a power pole near 963 Grand Ave. The work is scheduled for Sunday, 5/11 and Monday 5/12 from 8PM to 5AM. The work requires power to be temporarily shut off and the is happening at night to minimize disruption to the businesses in the area....
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 5/12 – 5/16. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459 LOT Street 740 FRANCISCO BLVD W 910 ANDERSEN DR 61 JORDAN ST 33 TWAIN HARTE LN 9...
The left westbound lane on 3rd St in front of San Rafael High School will remain closed during the day time while the City conducts emergency repairs. The City is conducting night work for the next 2-3 weeks between the hours of 9pm and 5am. In order to work on the repairs, both westbound lanes...
The City of San Rafael is celebrating its 150th anniversary, honoring our rich history, vibrant culture, and bright future! Our amazing team at the San Rafael Public Library has curated a special book list to mark the occasion. Learn more about San Rafael's heritage while supporting our local library! 📚 Explore the reading list here....
The City of San Rafael (City) is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit proposals from qualified consultants to provide environmental review services for the Dominican Valley Residential Development Project (Project) to satisfy the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). All proposals shall be submitted at your earliest convenience but no later...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 5/5 – 5/9. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. LOT Street 740 FRANCISCO BLVD W 910 ANDERSEN DR 61 JORDAN ST 33 TWAIN HARTE LN...
Snapshot En Espanol San Rafael City Council Meeting Highlights The San Rafael City Council will be meeting this Monday, May 5, at San Rafael City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue. Meeting Details: Special Meeting: Begins at 4:00 PM, for a workshop regarding the City Council Goals and Objectives for 2025-2028. Closed Session: Begins at 5:00 PM,...
The Department of Public Works is piloting a new online permitting system through OpenGov! Apply for permits here! https://cityofsanrafaelca.portal.opengov.com This user-friendly platform will make it easier for community members and contractors to find information and apply for the following permits: Encroachment Permits Grading Permits Transportation Permits Water Course and Tideland Permits Sidewalk Repair Program...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 4/28 – 5/2. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. LOT Street 9 BLOSSOM DR 208 DU BOIS ST 20 D ST 76 D ST 103 C...
Peacock Gap Park construction is underway! The City’s Contractor, Rapid Grading Services Inc, completed the concrete work for the ADA parking stall on Peacock Drive and is working on the concrete paving between the two play areas and prepping the subgrade for the toddler play area. The main walking path through the park remains open...
Dear Downtown San Rafael Businesses, The Business Improvement District (BID) & the Downtown San Rafael Arts District (DSRAD), is proud to announce an art beautification matching grant given out to 4 (or possibly more) Downtown Businesses! Overview: The DSRAD is one of 14 certified Cultural Arts Districts within the State of California. The Cultural District program...
PG&E will be closing the road near 2 Irwin St to perform overhead electrical maintenance. The closure will happen Thursday , 4/24, between approximately 9am – 4pm. The road closure will be happening in County jurisdiction but there will be traffic control signs within City jurisdiction. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2504-057 and affected...
The City’s contractor, Michael Paul Company, will be working at night from approximately 8pm – 5am to repair a storm drain in the left westbound lane on 3rd St in front of the San Rafael High School. Work is start Tuesday 4/22 and is expected to last 1-2 weeks. We currently anticipate work to be...
MMWD’s subcontractor WK McClellan will be working at night to restore asphalt near 901 Irwin St. The work is schedule on Thursday 4/24 from approximately 8PM to 3AM. The work requires two travel lanes to be closed on Irwin St between 3rd and 4th street and is happening at night to minimize congestion in the...
The left westbound lane on 3rd St in front of San Rafael High School is closed due to emergency repairs. We anticipate that the lane will remain closed through this week while the City completes the repairs. Staff will send any updates as they come.
Snapshot En Espanol San Rafael City Council Meeting Highlights The San Rafael City Council will be meeting this Monday, April 21st at San Rafael City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue. Meeting Details: Special Meeting: Begins at 4:00 PM to interview and appoint three new members to the Pickleweed Advisory Committee. Closed Session: Begins after the special...
The Department of Public Works is piloting a new online permitting system through OpenGov! This user-friendly platform will make it easier for community members and contractors to find information and apply for the following permits: Encroachment Permits Grading Permits Transportation Permits Water Course and Tideland Permits The tentative launch date for Encroachment, Grading, Transportation, and Tideland permits...
The left westbound lane on 3rd St in front of San Rafael High School is closed due to emergency repairs. We anticipate that the lane will remain closed through next week while the City completes the repairs. Staff will send any updates as they come.
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 4/21 – 4/25. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. LOT Street 1 EDWARD CT 1 HIGHLAND AVE 1 HUBBELL CT 100 PALM AVE 103 HIGHLAND AVE...
PG&E will be closing the road near 250 Highland Ave to perform overhead electrical maintenance. The closure will happen Tuesday, 4/22, between approximately 9am – 4pm. The road closure will be happening in County jurisdiction but there will be traffic control signs within City jurisdiction. They have an approved encroachment permit EP2502-011 and affected properties...
Street Sweeping is scheduled for this Saturday, 4/19/25 beginning at 7am. The areas to be swept are Zones 8.1, 8.2, and 29: Zones 8.1 and 8.2 are scheduled between the hours of 7am and 10am Zone 29 is scheduled between the hours of 10am and 1pm. If possible, please do not park on the...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Pinnacle Power Services, will be performing night work on a power pole near 38 Gary Place. The work is scheduled to start on Friday, 4/18 at 10PM and is expected to be completed by 2 AM. The work requires power to be temporarily shut off and the is happening at night to minimize...
San Rafael, CA — The City of San Rafael is beginning the process of updating its Citywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan (CBPP), last updated in 2018. This plan will outline priorities for improving walking, biking, and rolling in San Rafael over the next 5 to 10 years. The update will incorporate new data, best practices,...
Construction is officially kicking off on the Peacock Gap Park project! The project will begin with the construction of an accessible parking stall at the end of Peacock Dr and replacement of concrete next to the stall. During that time the main paved entrance to the park from Peacock Dr will not be accessible. The...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 4/14 – 4/18. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. LOT Street 1 EDWARD CT 1 HIGHLAND AVE 1 HUBBELL CT 100 Palm ave 103 HIGHLAND...
Construction work continues on the City’s Pickleweed Park Enhancement project that began in September 2024. In preparation for the installation of the all-weather turf, the contractor has removed the existing grass field and is preparing the final grading. Most of the demolition work has been completed as well as minor concrete work and the installation...
