The San Rafael Public Works Streets Team has been ramping up for stormy weather. A major task on their list is to make sure the stormwater pumps are clear and working properly to manage the coming rains. (Song: ‘We Care A Lot’ by Faith No More) You can also learn more about the … Continued
The City of San Rafael has issued a demolition permit in preparation for the construction of a new eight-story, 210-unit residential building at 930 Irwin Street. In addition to the residential units, the development will feature ground-floor amenities for residents and a garage with 232 parking spaces. The multifamily project also includes 18 affordable units … Continued
Our Engineering Team has created a new flyer! Inside, you’ll discover how the team is organized and an overview of what each division does. We look forward to sharing this brochure with you at city events! (click the image to view the brochure.) You can also learn … Continued
Peacock Gap Playground Reopens Community members gathered on Friday, September 12, 2025, to celebrate the completed installations at Peacock Gap Park. Families enjoyed climbing, swinging, and exploring the refreshed play space for the first time. Mayor Kate Colin joined the community to officially cut the ribbon and mark the completion of the main installations … Continued
Update to the MTF & Northgate Intersection: Friday morning, 9/19, additional signal heads were installed at the signalized intersection of Manuel T Freitas Parkway and Northgate Drive. At noon on Friday, the signal operation was changed from flashing red operation to normal signal operations. Permanent fixes are still needed and will be done in about … Continued
PG&E will be working at night and closing the road on Grand Ave at Lincoln Ave to work on upgrading their gas system. One travel lane on Lincoln Ave will also be closed at the intersection of Grand Ave and Lincoln Ave. Vehicles traveling on Lincoln Ave will still be able to maintain access, including … Continued
MMWD (Marin Municipal Water District) will be working near 2123 Francisco Blvd to finish repairing a water leak in the area. The work will happen tonight, 9/19/25 from approximately 7pm – 10pm. They have an approved encroachment permit (EP-25-385) and notifications have been sent out to affected properties. Work only requires a lane closure so … Continued
The City of San Rafael is proud to announce a major milestone in its efforts to create more accountable, transparent, and community-centered governance with the preview of the Collective Plans in Action report at Monday’s City Council meeting. For many years, the City and numerous local government agencies have conducted extensive community engagement to better … Continued
On Friday, September 12th, a traffic signal on Manuel T. Freitas Parkway and Northgate Drive was knocked down due to a two-vehicle collision. The City has installed temporary stop signs and changed traffic signals to flashing red while long-term repairs are made. We anticipate the full repair to take three to four weeks, and the … Continued
The SMART pathway segment from Andersen Drive to Rice Drive in San Rafael will be closed Monday, September 22 through Friday, September 26, 2025 from 7AM to 5PM for maintenance. A detour route is available via the sidewalk and bike lane from Rice Drive to Du Bois Street to Andersen Drive as shown on the … Continued
