San Rafael Pacifics report steady attendance, $23,000 in field rental fees and concession upgrades

City staff delivered an annual update Oct. 16 on the San Rafael Pacifics, the independent Pecos League baseball team that plays at Albert Field.

Staff said the Pacifics hosted the league all-star game, won their Pacific Division and reached the Pecos League championship. "They had a pretty good year this year," staff said, noting strong community engagement including co-promotions, a summer reading kickoff and a city-staff employee night. Attendance averaged roughly 236 fans per game in 2025.

On fiscals, staff said the Pacifics paid standard rental fees that generated about $23,000 last year for field rentals across approximately 36 games, and the city's agreement with the team can be renewed annually for up to two additional years unless either party opts out.

Staff reported the Pacifics' concession building (the Snack Shack) was temporarily closed to address county code requirements; the concession structure is owned and operated by the team and the Pacifics are responsible for bringing it into compliance. "They needed to update and upgrade," staff said; Marin County Environmental Health assisted in reopening the stand after upgrades, and the team plans additional winter work to resolve outstanding items.

Staff said the parks division remains responsible for field maintenance overall, though the Pacifics perform some game-day prep under an agreement that covers insurance and limited equipment use. Staff noted broader facility needs at Albert Field could cost between $1.5 million and $4.5 million for a comprehensive campus upgrade, depending on scope.

The commission received the report and asked follow-up questions about concessions, fees and community-night programming.