City offices will be closed on November 27 and 28 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Emergency services are available 24/7. Upcoming community engagement session for the 350 Merrydale Interim Shelter Project on December 9 at Venetia Valley School from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  

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Upcoming Public Comment Period: Art Proposals for 5 Public Art Projects Downtown

  We want to hear from you!   The City of San Rafael has launched a Public Art Program to enhance Downtown vitality and celebrate the city's cultural identity. The program will bring 5 new public art installations - including murals, mosaics, and sculptures - to highly visible locations across downtown in the Spring/Summer of...

Ordinance 2040 (Camping Ordinance Amendment Adoption)

32 Woodland Avenue 10-06-2025

Youth in Arts - United Against Hate Week Poster Design Contest

  United Against Hate Week: Poster Making at Youth in Arts Monday – Friday | 11 am – 4 pm Youth in Arts ArtLab   Join Youth in Arts this October in the YIA ArtLab to create your own United Against Hate poster! Stop by, Monday through Friday, between 11 am and 4 pm, and use your creativity to take...

32 Woodland Ave 10-06-25

San Rafael Fire Department - PRESS RELEASE Abraham Roman, Fire Chief • Incident Commander: Anthony Alviso, Battalion Chief. • Date of Incident: Monday, October 6, 2025. • Location of Incident: 32 Woodland Ave, San Rafael. • Time of Dispatch: 12;42 p.m. • Type of Incident: Structure fire. • Occupancy Type: Mixed: Commercial storage and auto...

32 Woodland Ave 10-06-25

Police Advisory & Accountability Committee - October 15, 2025

Date and time: 2025-10-15 06:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: City Manager's OfficeDate and time: 2025-10-15 06:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: City Manager's OfficeDate and time: 2025-10-15 06:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: City Manager's OfficeDate and time: 2025-10-15 06:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: City Manager's OfficeAgendaClick "download" to view AgendaDate and time: 2025-10-15 06:00 pmLocation: City HallDepartment: City Manager's OfficeAgendaClick...

Explore Banned Books Week with Picks from Your Local Librarians

Banned Books Week: October 5–11, 2025 Join us in celebrating the freedom to read during Banned Books Week. This year’s theme, “Censorship Is So 1984. Read for Your Rights”, highlights the importance of access to diverse voices and ideas. Our Library staff has created special reading lists for all ages — explore a challenged book...

📸 Snapshot - City Council meeting agenda, United Against Hate Week, playground improvements, and more!

Snapshot En Espanol San Rafael City Council Meeting Highlights The San Rafael City Council will be meeting on Monday, October 6 at San Rafael City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue. Meeting Details: Special Meeting: Begins at 4 p.m., in the Third Floor Conference Room, to interview applicants and make appointments to the Board of Library Trustees...

10/6/25-10/10/25: Core Tree Care Work Notification

PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 10/6 – 10/10. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care at 559-944-9459.   106 Courtright Rd. 7 MLISS LN 83 BRET HARTE RD 52 GLENAIRE DR 222-230 REDDING...

Fire Commission - October 8, 2025

Date and time: 2025-10-08 04:00 pmLocation: Fire Commission - October 3, 2025Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' to view AgendaDate and time: 2025-10-08 04:00 pmLocation: Fire Commission - October 3, 2025Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' to view AgendaAgenda packetSelect 'download' to view Agenda PacketDate and time: 2025-10-08 04:00 pmLocation: Fire Commission - October 3, 2025Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download'...

City Council will receive the first formal update on the Measure P Library and Community Center project on October 6

Thanks to voter support for Measure P, the City of San Rafael is moving ahead with the planning and delivery of a brand-new Main Library and Community Center at Albert Park. On Monday, October 6, the City Council will receive its first formal update on the project and consider awarding a contract for Capital Project...

Boyd Memorial Park Welcomes Fresh Play Features

We are excited to share that new playground equipment has been installed at Boyd Memorial Park! The toddler-focused play features and fresh wood fiber maintain the look and under-five focus of the previous play structure, while also adding popular, more accessible elements such as swings, spinners, and musical play pieces. We’re thrilled to bring this...

Upcoming Phase 2 of Engagement for the Citywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan!

Thank you for your feedback during the Phase 1 of engagement for the San Rafael Citywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Update! We have compiled your comments and suggestions and are developing draft pedestrian and bicycle networks that includes proposed facilities and the top 20 priority projects. As a part of Phase 2 of engagement, we...

City Council - October 6, 2025 (Special Meeting starts at 4 p.m.)

Date and time: 2025-10-06 06:00 amLocation: City Council - October 6, 2025Department: Public WorksDate and time: 2025-10-06 06:00 amLocation: City Council - October 6, 2025Department: Public MeetingsDate and time: 2025-10-06 06:00 amLocation: City Council - October 6, 2025Department: Public MeetingsAgendaAGENDA SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL - MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2025 This meeting will be held in-person....

2025-10-06 Agenda Packet

10/4/25: Make-Up Street Sweeping - Gerstle Park

ATTENTION: Gerstle Park Neighbors! Make-up Street Sweeping for Zone 15 is scheduled for this Saturday 10/4/25, beginning at 8:00am through 2pm. If possible, please do not park on the streets during this time period. Check out the City's street sweeping map for more information on the sweeping zones and regular schedules! https://www.cityofsanrafael.org/street-sweeping/

Supporting Unhoused Community Members

The City of San Rafael works closely with the County of Marin and local nonprofits to provide resources for people experiencing homelessness. On this page you’ll find information about key services, community partners, and ways residents and businesses can connect with efforts to support stability and housing. Services Provided by the County of Marin and...

Sanctioned Camping Area

San Rafael operates a sanctioned camping program along the northern portion of the Mahon Creek Path. This temporary program, funded through the State's Encampment Resolution Fund Grant Program, provides stability, safety, and on-site services for residents while connecting them to long-term housing solutions.  Sanctioned Camping Area Background For many years, individuals experiencing homelessness have camped...

City Response to Homelessness

Homelessness is one of the most pressing challenges facing San Rafael and communities across California. The City is committed to a response that is both compassionate and accountable — recognizing the dignity of people experiencing homelessness while maintaining safe and accessible public spaces for all residents.  Our approach is guided by three principles:  Housing First:...

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