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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Northgate Mall Project Open House for the Community on August 26th

Merlone Geier, owner and developer of Northgate Mall, is welcoming the community to review the redevelopment plan. This is a great opportunity to meet the development team and ask questions about the project. Representatives from the City will also be in attendance. Details can be found below. Date: Monday, August 26, 2024 Time: 6-8pm Location: … Continued

Honorary Dean Allison Exit Letter from Emma Clark

My name is Emma Clark, and I was fortunate enough to work on the Capital Improvements team at the City of San Rafael Department of Public Works this summer (’24). As an Environmental Analysis/ Policy Major at Pitzer College, while my passion for civil improvements, equitable access to safe roads, and community improvements is substantial, … Continued

New Honorary Dean Allison Intern

We’re happy to introduce our new Dean Allison Intern, Emma Clark, who will be working with the Public Works Department this summer. Emma is in her third year of college majoring in Environmental Analysis / Policy and is planning on potentially working for one of the environmental regulatory agencies in the near future.    Emma will … Continued

Honorary Dean Allison Exit Letter from Kelly Abey

Hi there! My name is Kelly Abey, and I was the Summer 2023 Honorary Dean Allison Intern. Here is an exit letter detailing my experience in the position. I grew up in the City of San Rafael in Sun Valley. I had just finished my third year at UC Davis as a double major in … Continued

Dominican Residential Project – Resubmittal of July 25, 2024

The Dominican Residential Project was resubmitted to the City of San Rafael on July 25, 2024. The project is currently under review by city staff.  Please check the Project Page for more information on the Development Application Submittal Materials.

Snapshot –Homelessness Update, Budget Amendments, Events and More!!!

  Snapshot en español Spotlight Photo #CityHallSelfie Organized by Engaging Local Government Leaders (ELGL), City Hall Selfie Day is a celebration of public service showcasing pride in local government institutions. Photo Credit: Lidia Que, City Manager’s Office Last Quiz Question ongrats to Tom Obletz! You can find the firefighter gnome behind the Public Safety Center … Continued

Core Tree Care Work Notification 8/19/2024 – 8/23/2024

PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 8/19-8/23. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459.   Core Tree Care 08/19-08/23/2024 LOT Street City 7 WELCOME LN SAN RAFAEL 4 EYE ST SAN RAFAEL 971 … Continued

Nomination Period Closes for November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election

The nomination period for the upcoming General Municipal Election slated for November 5, 2024, has officially closed, setting the stage for key positions within the City of San Rafael and the San Rafael City Schools. Below is a rundown of the candidates vying for these pivotal roles: City of San Rafael Mayor Kate Colin Mahmoud … Continued

Hazardous Fuel Reduction on San Pedro Mountain

San Rafael Fire Department, in partnership with Marin County Fire Department and California State Parks, is conducting a collaborative San Pedro Mountain Hazardous Fuel Reduction Project funded by a Cal Fire Wildfire Prevention Grant.  The project is located along approximately 12.3 miles of ridgetop and connecting fire roads throughout the San Pedro Mountain open space … Continued

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