# Park & Recreation Commission 09/17/2026


**Body:** City of San Rafael
**Date:** September 16, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety, Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding


The City of San Rafael Park & Recreation Commission meeting on September 17, 2026, focused primarily on updates to the citywide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, including discussions of 21 priority projects aimed at improving active transportation near parks, community centers, and trails. Key projects highlighted included the installation of a bike boulevard on Sea Street, intersection improvements near the future community center and library, and ongoing Canal neighborhood enhancements supported by a $4.1 million grant and a $1.5 million bridge project. The commission also discussed community engagement efforts to support grant competitiveness for these projects. Additionally, the meeting covered the annual report from the San Rafael Pacific baseball team, including their use of Albert Field and related fees, as well as various capital improvement updates such as historic window assessments at Falkirk, tennis court refurbishments, restroom closures and replacements at Pickle Park, and safety netting installations at Pickleweed Park. The commission approved receiving the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan update report and accepted the San Rafael Pacific annual report presentation. Several community events and staffing updates were also shared, but no new contracts or procurement actions were directly approved during the meeting.

**Source:** City of San Rafael