The City is still evaluating the future use of the site. Measure P requires that within two years, the City Council will initiate a public planning process related to the preservation of the historic Carnegie Library building for ongoing civic, community or community-serving commercial uses. The City has not yet started the planning process nor...
The City continually looks for ways to improve residents’ quality of life and expand services. Recently, the City conducted studies that highlighted deficiencies in size and infrastructure of the current library facilities. While the Carnegie is a beloved facility, options for developing the site to support modern library services that meet the needs of our...
Building a new library and community center at Albert Park is a major undertaking that will involve substantial community engagement, design and feasibility studies, permitting and review, and construction. While staff have not yet developed a project timeline, it is likely that the process will take five or more years to complete.
Measure P establishes a non-ad valorem parcel tax for the purpose of building a new library and community center at Albert Park. In addition to a downtown library and community center, the proceeds from Measure P can also be used for improvements and expansion at San Rafael’s branch libraries. These funds will greatly improve community...
The City of San Rafael has officially proclaimed 2024 as its 150th Anniversary, celebrating its rich history, vibrant present, and exciting future. This milestone not only marks the city’s rich legacy but also commemorates the San Rafael Fire Department's own 150th anniversary, recognizing the essential role public safety has played in the community’s growth and...
PG&E has closed the road near 1925 Francisco Blvd E (between Morphew St and Grange Way) to repair a power pole damaged during the storm. They will continue working on the pole until it is repaired and expect to need the road closed for the remainder of the day.
Date and time: 2024-12-17 05:30 pmLocation: Voter Approved Tax Oversight Committee - December 17, 2024Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' to view AgendaAgenda packetSelect 'download' to view Agenda PacketDate and time: 2024-12-17 05:30 pmLocation: Voter Approved Tax Oversight Committee - December 17, 2024Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' to view AgendaAgenda packetSelect 'download' to view Agenda PacketDate and time:...
Date and time: 2024-12-19 06:00 pmLocation: Park & Recreation Commission (Cancelled)Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' to view Cancellation NoticeDate and time: 2024-12-19 06:00 pmLocation: Park & Recreation Commission (Cancelled)Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' to view Cancellation NoticeDate and time: 2024-12-19 06:00 pmLocation: Park & Recreation Commission - December 19, 2024 (Cancelled)Department: Public MeetingsAgendaSelect 'download' to view Cancellation...
Date and time: Location: Zoning Administrator - December 18, 2024Department: Zoning Administrator - December 18, 2024Date and time: Location: Zoning Administrator - December 18, 2024Department: Zoning Administrator - December 18, 2024Date and time: 2024-12-18 10:00 amLocation: City Hall, Third Floor, Small Mtg RoomDepartment: Community & Economic DevelopmentDate and time: 2024-12-18 10:00 amLocation: City Hall, Third...
Snapshot En Espanol San Rafael City Council Meeting Highlights On Monday, the City of San Rafael will hold a City Council meeting at City Hall, 1400 Fifth Avenue. The Special Meeting will begin at 5:30, with the Regular Meeting beginning at 6:00 PM. Details: Special Meeting: Begins at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers, to adopt the November...
PG&E’s subcontractor, Core Tree Care, will be working at the locations listed below. This work will be done the week of 12/16-12/20. Public inquires can be addressed by the contractor: John Ball, Core Tree Care 559-944-9459. Core Tree Care 12/16-12/21/2024 LOT Street City 63 JUNIPERO SERRA AVE San Rafael 314 JEWEL ST SAN RAFAEL...
Work/Life Balance We understand the importance of a healthy work/life balance for our employees. We know that a good work/life balance can enable you to feel more in control of your working life and lead to: increased productivity lower absenteeism a happier, less stressed workforce improvements in your health and well-being greater employee loyalty, commitment and motivation One of the...
Date and time: 2024-12-16 06:00 pmLocation: City Council - December 16, 2024Department: Public MeetingsDate and time: 2024-12-16 06:00 pmLocation: City Council - December 16, 2024 (Special Meeting starts at 5:30 p.m.)Department: Public MeetingsAgendaAGENDA SAN RAFAEL CITY COUNCIL - MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2024 This meeting will be held in-person. This meeting is being streamed to YouTube...
CEQA The City of San Rafael is pleased to share a primer video and slides to inform residents of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process. The video goes over CEQA basics and is meant to help educate our residents on this important process used in the review of discretionary land use projects.
Due to a new statewide "Daylighting Law" (Assembly Bill 413), it is now illegal in California to park within 20 feet of the approach of any marked or unmarked crosswalk, even if the approach does not have any red curbs painted. The law aims to improve safety by creating more visibility at intersections. This aligns...
