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Santa Cop Toy Drive

Drop off a new, unwrapped toy or game, or several, into one of the barrels around town and bring a smile to a child’s face this holiday season. Toys of all kinds are needed; from Baby’s First Blocks to Candyland, Pimki Pops to Lego sets. Donations will be accepted until December 19. DONATE

City of San Rafael Completes Third Solar Project

We recently completed our third municipal solar project to reduce emissions and boost renewable energy sources. The 3rd & C Street Garage will have an annual greenhouse gas reduction of 98 tons. The three solar arrays (also, at the Boro Community Center and our Public Works building) are estimated to save the City $35,000 in … Continued

Launching Mobile Showers in Marin

Based on the 2017 Homeless Point-in-Time Count, there are approximately 1,100 people experiencing homeless in Marin County.  Over 70% of Marin’s homeless community resides outside of San Rafael.  In an effort to simultaneously reach people outside of San Rafael, de-concentration services in Downtown San Rafael, and get people plugged into the County of Marin’s new … Continued

Now accepting 2018 ‘Citizen of the Year’ nominations

Each year, we recognize a member of the community for their contributions in making San Rafael an amazing place to live and work. If you know someone you believe is worthy of this recognition, please consider nominating them! Nominations are due January 3rd. For information about the selection criteria & guidelines, past recipients and an … Continued

New Counter Hours for Planning and Building!

Starting Monday, December 4th, 2017, City Hall 3rd floor functions of Planning/Zoning, Building and Cashier/Business Licenses will have new counter hours. The Planning Division will add one additional afternoon (Tuesdays) for counter hours during the week. Building Division & the Business Licenses/Cashier counter hours:  Monday- Thursday:  8:30am – 4:30 pm; and  Friday: 8:30 am -1:30 … Continued

Merrydale North Promenade – Request for Proposals

The City of San Rafael (City) hereby requests proposals from qualified consultants for the design of pedestrian and bicycle access from Las Gallinas Avenue to Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit’s (SMART) Civic Center station, and to provide project management, environmental clearance, permitting assistance, and construction support services. The final product sought is construction contract documents including plans, specifications and … Continued

Holiday Free 3-Hour Parking in City-Owned Parking Lots & Garages in Downtown

Park stress-free while you shop and dine downtown this holiday season. Starting the Saturday after Thanksgiving through December 31, enjoy 3-hours free parking in all City-owned parking lots & garages in Downtown. On-street parking meters still require payment from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday thru Saturday. Parking in Downtown is free every Sunday. Happy … Continued

Wastewise Spotlight: Dominican University

To start the school year with sustainability in mind, Dominican University introduced composting in Caleruega Dining Hall. Now instead of four landfill bins, there are four compost bins and just one small landfill container adjacent to the bins! Over 100 students pledged to start composting prior to its launch, and the staff and students who … Continued

We’re Hiring Childcare Workers – Please Spread the Word

If you, or someone you know, love helping to build young minds, want to be a positive influence in children’s lives, and enjoy being part of a great team, then check out the following jobs and join our team with the City of San Rafael’s Child Care program. LEARN MORE & APPLY

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