In September 2015, the City Council approved agreements with Mary McGrath Architects and Kitchell CEM, for architectural and construction management services for Phase 1 projects of the Essential Facilities Strategic Plan. Phase 1 includes three projects: a new Public Safety Center across the street from City Hall, a new Fire Station 52 and Training Tower, … Continued
At the May 15 City Council meeting, the City Council will consider an amendment to the Master Fee Schedule to increase select building permit fees. Subject to City Council approval, these increases would become effective on July 1, 2017 and would fund an additional code enforcement position, improving customer service to businesses, tradespersons and homeowners.
Looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Join Resilient Neighborhoods to learn about climate change and take actions to reduce your carbon footprint. During this 5-session course you will calculate your carbon footprint and take steps to reduce it, like trimming energy and waste, conserving water and making smarter transportation choices. You will learn … Continued
The Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) District will no longer use train horns at railroad crossings in jurisdictions that have established Quiet Zones, unless there is an emergency. Quiet Zones have been established in Novato, San Rafael and in the County of Marin. SMART anticipates other jurisdictions will also establish Quiet Zones throughout the 43-mile … Continued
On May 2, 2017 San Rafael Police personnel came upon a dog that was in distress in a parked vehicle on Fourth Street. The temperature was 88 degrees and the temperature inside the all black vehicle was 156 degrees. Dexter was rescued by Mental Health Outreach Provider Lynn Murphy with an assist from Officer Buffy … Continued
Starting Friday, May 12, please be aware that the train horn will not sound at railroad crossings in San Rafael and Novato, unless there is an emergency or when leaving a station. We urge you to be alert and aware at all crossings. Drivers should never stop on the tracks. Never walk on the tracks, … Continued
Please expect some delays as the traffic signal light at Bellam Boulevard and Francisco Boulevard East is currently undergoing repairs and maintenance. The signal is owned and operated by Caltrans and they have been notified by the City that the signal is not functioning properly. For any additional information regarding this intersection, please contact Caltrans … Continued
Join the City of San Rafael at our public Energizer Station on May 11 at the corner of Lindaro and Andersen, in front of the Albert Park tennis courts. We’ll be rockin’ the commute with morning snacks, hot music, cool MCBC bike bags and water bottles, and The Tranquilla Gorilla. This year will be co-hosted … Continued
On May 10 at 7 p.m., the San Rafael and the Novato City Councils will hold a joint study session to discuss SMART Quiet Zones, including community outreach and the timing of the Quiet Zone establishment. This joint session follows the City of San Rafael’s filing of a Notice of Establishment on April 20. The … Continued
Our Community Development Director, Paul Jensen, had a recent interview published in this months edition of Northern News, the publication of the Northern California Division of the American Planning Association. While our residents know him for his flawless presentations at City Council meetings or working with him on a specific project, staff knows him as the … Continued
