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New Library Facilities Study

Did you know that the original Downtown Library opened at its current location in January 1909? In the late 1950s, local architect Gordon A. Phillips was hired to design a 6,000 square-foot addition that would more than double the Library’s size. San Rafael quickly outgrew the first library expansion and the next step was to … Continued

It’s Rewarding to Commute Green!

From October 7 through November 17, 2019, you can win prizes when you log your green commute trips on Marin Commutes. Easily log trips, including bus and train rides, biking, walking, carpooling, and riding the ferry, and you’ll be automatically entered to win weekly prizes. Top performers compete for $250 gift cards. Commuters have a chance … Continued

Fare Discount for Low-Income Riders on Golden Gate Transit and Golden Gate Ferry

Last week, Golden Gate Transit approved a means-based fare program, beginning in 2020, that will provide a 50-percent fare discount for low-income riders on Golden Gate Transit regional bus routes and Golden Gate Ferry service. For the purpose of this program, “low-income” means people with income below 200 percent of the federal poverty Level (approximately … Continued

703 Third Street – New Downtown Housing Near Transit

At Monday’s meeting, the City Council will consider approving the Use Permit, Environmental and Design Review Permit, and Lot Consolidation applications to allow the construction of a new, 120-unit, mixed-use building located at 703 Third Street (at the southwest corner of Third Street and Lincoln Avenue). This project includes 120 rental units (12 of which … Continued

SMART Overnight Operations Update: Weekend of October 4-6

SMART overnight operations are not scheduled for this coming Friday, October 4 and Saturday, October 5. Upcoming overnight operations have not yet been scheduled.   Please stay tuned and we will post information about future overnight operations as it becomes available.   For more information and to check updates on our testing schedule, please visit … Continued

Albert Park Restrooms and ADA Improvements Project

The City of San Rafael (City) hereby requests proposals from qualified engineering and/or architectural Consultants for design, environmental clearance, and construction support services for the Albert Park Restrooms and ADA Improvements Project. The final product sought is construction contract documents including plans, specifications and cost estimates ready for bid. This project may require the expertise … Continued

2018 Sidewalk Repair Program 50% complete and 2019 Update

2018 Program The City along with Van Midde and Son Concrete hit an important milestone last week.  More than 50% of the scheduled work for the 2018 program has now been completed. This represents over 16,500 square feet of new sidewalk in the city. That’s over 30 cement trucks worth of concrete weighting the equivalent … Continued

B Street Community Center – ADA Bathrooms

The City of San Rafael is soliciting bids for the B Street Community Center ADA Bathroom renovation project.  The Community Center is located on 618 B Street in San Rafael, CA.   The project requires complete demolition of the existing restrooms and replacement of interior finishes and fixtures.   On October 10, 2019 the following bids … Continued

Overnight Operations Update: Weekend of September 27 – 29

SMART is continuing to fine-tune the train control system based on the data they have collected over past weekend operations. The next overnight operations are scheduled for: Friday, September 27, from 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Saturday, September 28, from 11:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. (if needed) For more information and to check updates on the … Continued

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