Marin County Department of Public Works

10/26/2026

Team Up to Clean Up San Rafael!

Join us and the San Rafael Business Improvement District for a community clean-up and learn more about the EPIC litter campaign and efforts to keep the area clean.

📅 Friday, November 13
⏰ 10 AM–12 PM
📍 City Plaza, 1000 4th Street, San Rafael

We’ll provide litter pickers, bags, gloves, safety vests, and light snacks. Please bring water, layers, sunscreen, closed-toed shoes.

Participants are encouraged to arrive a little early to sign a waiver.

Registration is appreciated. Come lend a hand and help make a visible difference in the community! 🌎✨

Register here:
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10/25/2026

10/20/2026

📍 Help Shape the Future of Point Reyes Station

The Marin County Department of Public Works is kicking off a Transportation Planning study — and we want to hear from you!

Join us for a community workshop to share your thoughts on parking, walking and biking circulation, wayfinding, and the overall look and feel of potential improvements in Point Reyes Station.

We’ll share a brief presentation and examples of potential design concepts, followed by an interactive activity to hear what works, what doesn’t, and what you’d like to see considered.

📅 Monday, October 26
⏰ 6–8 PM
📍 West Marin School – Small Gym
11550 Shoreline Hwy, Point Reyes Station

This is the first phase of the study, and community input will help identify needs, opportunities, and design preferences as concepts are developed.

Come share your ideas and help shape what comes next!

10/15/2026

HAWK Signals: Know Before You Go

Have you used the HAWK signal at Sir Francis Drake and Ash Avenue? Whether you’re driving, walking or biking, understanding how the HAWK works helps everyone cross safely.

The HAWK signal is different from a traditional traffic light. It stays dark until activated by a pedestrian and then uses a series of yellow and red signals to stop traffic for the crossing.

One important reminder: Drivers should not stop for people waiting to cross when they have the right of way. While stopping may feel courteous, it can create confusion if a pedestrian sees one vehicle stop while traffic in another lane is still moving.

🚗 Drivers: Follow the HAWK signal and avoid unexpected stops when you have the right-of-way.

🚶 Pedestrians: Wait for the walk signal before entering each portion of the roadway.

A predictable crossing is a safer crossing. Knowing the signal and following the signal helps keep everyone moving safely.

10/02/2026

Join us on Thursday, October 15 at 6 PM at the Tam Valley Community Center (203 Marin Ave, Mill Valley) to review updated Marin Avenue Phase 2 concepts and share your feedback.

Your input will help shape future safety improvements along Marin Avenue. The Marin planning team will be on hand to walk through project progress and updated designs, and your feedback will guide the next phase as concepts are refined.

Questions? Visit: https://publicworks.marincounty.gov/marin-avenue-concepts-phase-2/

09/24/2026

UPDATE: Pre-filled sandbags have been exhausted. Free sand and bags are available at additional locations. Resources vary by location. / ACTUALIZACIÓN: Se han agotado las bolsas de arena ya llenas. Hay arena y bolsas gratuitas disponibles en otros puntos de distribución. Los recursos varían según el lugar.

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PRE-FILLED Sandbags Available Starting Friday 3 p.m., Sept. 25

Marin County is providing free, pre-filled sandbags to help residents prepare for potential winter flooding. Both locations listed below will be ready for self-service pickup by 3 p.m.

Greenbrae: Between 42 and 46 Lucky Drive
Santa Venetia: Pump Stations 2, 3, 4 and 5, and near the Santa Margarita Bridge at the end of Meadow Drive

What to know:
• Free and pre-filled
• Self-service pickup
• No ID or proof of residency required
• Available while supplies last

Looking for sandbags elsewhere in Marin? Sandbags can be purchased at local hardware stores. Free sand and sandbags are available at additional locations throughout the county. Resources vary by location: Emergency.MarinCounty.gov

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Sacos de arena PRERELLENOS disponibles a partir del viernes, 3 p.m, 25 de septiembre

El condado de Marin ofrece sacos de arena prellenados de forma gratuita para ayudar a los residentes a prepararse ante posibles inundaciones invernales. En los dos puntos que se indican a continuación se podrán recoger de forma autoservicio a partir de las 3 p. m.

Greenbrae: Entre los números 42 y 46 de Lucky Drive
Santa Venetia: Estaciones de bombeo 2, 3, 4 y 5, y cerca del puente de Santa Margarita, al final de Meadow Drive

Lo que hay que saber:
• Gratuitos y ya llenos
• Recogida por cuenta propia
• No se requiere documento de identidad ni prueba de residencia
• Disponibles hasta agotar existencias

¿Buscas sacos de arena en otras zonas de Marin? Se pueden comprar en las ferreterías locales. Hay arena y sacos de arena gratuitos disponibles en otros puntos repartidos por todo el condado. Los recursos varían según la ubicación: Emergency.MarinCounty.gov

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09/04/2026

The Mill Valley–Sausalito Multi-Use Pathway just north of the McGlashan Path intersection is currently under construction. The path remains open; however, travel across the bridges is currently limited to a single lane. The narrowed crossing is designed to safely accommodate two-way pedestrian traffic and cyclists walking their bikes, with ample room for both.

Cyclists using the path this weekend must dismount and walk their bikes across the bridges while passing through the work zone. With the long holiday weekend expected to bring heavier-than-usual trail traffic, we ask everyone to slow down, follow posted directions, and be courteous to fellow path users.

To help keep everyone safe and traffic moving smoothly, Marin County Sheriff's deputies will be on site this weekend to observe conditions, assist with traffic flow, and help ensure the work zone remains safe for all users.

Thank you for your patience, attention, and cooperation as crews complete this work safely.

09/04/2026

⚠️A Coastal Flood Advisory will go into effect from 4 PM to 9 PM on Friday 9/4 for bayshore locations along the San Pablo Bay. Minor coastal flooding will be possible in areas directly along the San Pablo Bay shoreline.

08/31/2026

Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Overnight Lane Closures: Nightly from 7 pm - 5 am, August 31 through September 4

Caltrans maintenance crews will close lanes on both the upper and lower decks to conduct maintenance and repairs. At least one lane will remain OPEN in both directions.

Drivers should expect delays and are advised to seek alternate routes or allow extra travel time.

08/28/2026

The Marin County Department of Public Works will be refreshing pavement markings on Nicasio Valley Road, from Lucas Valley Road to Halleck Bridge, Monday, August 31, through Thursday, September 3. This routine maintenance helps improve roadway visibility and safety for everyone who travels through the corridor.

What to expect:
-Work Hours: 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
-Traffic delays of no more than five minutes
-Traffic will remain open throughout construction.
-Changeable Message Signs (CMS) are posted to notify travelers of potential delays.

Thank you for your patience as we complete these roadway safety improvements.