For almost three years the City of San Rafael’s Police Department has had a dedicated “Downtown Foot Patrol” made up of three sworn officers, one civilian homeless outreach provider, and a supervisor. The Downtown Foot Patrol’s primary mission is to work with the community to improve quality of life issues. Sergeant Scott Eberle currently supervises … Continued
In the last several months, the Department of Public Works has been meeting with engaged community members who have offered their input on improving the City’s current policy (last revised in 2014). Their primary focus was on expanded posting of signage where pesticides are being used in addition to increased training and clarification of pesticides … Continued
Project Description: These two projects include installation of hot mix asphalt and/or micro-surfacing treatments at various locations throughout the City. This project also includes installation of American’s With Disability Act (ADA) compliant curb ramps, curb, gutter, and sidewalk. Curb ramps must be installed prior to resurfacing of streets per federal law. Project Status: Below is a list of roads that will potentially be … Continued
Following the retirement of former San Rafael City Clerk Esther Beirne in January, the City Council decided on February 13 to appoint Lindsay Lara to fill the remaining term. She is expected to be sworn in on March 5, 2018. “Lindsay’s track record is impressive and her passion for the community is evident,” said Mayor … Continued
The existing taxi station at the Transit Center will be closed due to construction at the Transit Center beginning February 5 for the SMART rail extension to Larkspur. Taxicab operators expressed concerns at the most recent City Council meeting that without a new cab stand in place, the transit using public and city streets would … Continued
In early January Andersen Drive was closed temporarily as SMART performed rail welding work along the rail line. Starting February 26, the Andersen Drive closure will be reinstated, 24-7 for an estimated three months. SMART will be constructing the actual rail crossing across Andersen Drive and utilities will be performing important work relocating several key … Continued
AlterTheater Ensemble creates pop-up performances with professional artists in storefronts along downtown San Rafael’s pedestrian shopping district. With its award-winning playwright residency program, AlterTheater plays have started on Fourth Street in San Rafael and gone on to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, to New York, to Canada, and more. We hire the same actors as larger … Continued
On Tuesday, City staff hosted a “Demo Day” at the Rafael Theater where cross-departmental teams shared ideas they developed to solve various challenges. This was the culmination of a 3-month long program where City staff learned about human-centered design and how to apply it to their work as public servants. The teams worked on illegal dumping, new … Continued
Business license renewal notices have been distributed to all businesses with active licenses in San Rafael. Each license renewal is due by February 15 and the City accepts cash, checks, money orders, and most major credit cards. Licenses may be renewed online via credit card or eCheck at www.cityofsanrafael.org/businesslicenses. For questions about business licenses, please call … Continued
Marin Clean Energy’s newest pilot, the Low-Income Families and Tenants(LIFT) program, offers income-qualified owners and tenants of multi-family properties, such as apartment buildings, an opportunity to save money and electricity while improving quality of life for residents. $1,200 per unit is available to fund energy efficiency improvements and appliances for items such as pipe insulation, more … Continued
