March 22, 2024
A Message From Supervisor Ahsha Safaí:
I'm thrilled to send my warmest regards to you as we celebrate the Iranian New Year, Nowruz. This year, Nowruz commenced on Tuesday, March 19, and will continue for the next 13 days.
I'm also excited to announce my participation alongside emcees Hooman Khalili and journalist Yasmin Khorram at the 18th Annual 1403 Nowruz Gala Celebration hosted at City Hall. This gala is one of the most significant Nowruz gatherings in San Francisco, showcasing and honoring our vibrant culture and community in the Bay Area. The fundraiser gala proudly supports the local nonprofit Persian Women in Tech.
As always, my office is available by email: safaistaff@sfgov.org or by phone 415-554-6975 (leave a message and we will call you back). Please note - if you miss my weekly newsletter, you may find it later the Board of Supervisor’s website. Click HERE to read past newsletters.
Wishing you and your families a year filled with health, happiness, and success. Happy Nowruz!
Click HERE to read past newsletters.
Sincerely,
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Reviving Program to Bring Homeless Individuals Back to Their Loved Ones
The Board of Supervisors approved my proposed ordinance to bring back the City's Homeward Bound Initiative. This program offers travel and relocation support to homeless individuals in San Francisco.
The ordinance incorporates the program into the City's Administrative Code, establishing clear criteria for eligibility and oversight through mandated reporting. It also marks a significant expansion of the program, reaching out to residents in permanent supportive housing and those in city-run shelters, not just people living on the streets. It's hard to fathom that we weren't engaging families and individuals in our shelters, but now we can give them the opportunity to return to their loved ones.
The current administration almost let this program die under layers of bureaucracy. In the first few years of the program under former Mayor Gavin Newsom, we reunited 11,000 people with their families, but in the past few years, we're barely assisted 300 individuals a year.
With these changes, I believe that Homeward Bound will make a significant impact in helping individuals transition out of homelessness and reunite with their loved ones.
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Women's History Month and Nowruz Recognition
In honor of Women's History Month and Nowruz, I was proud to recognize Zeinab Amiri, an amazing community leader who has been dedicated to creating spaces for children and families to celebrate and share their Persian cultural traditions throughout San Francisco.
I am grateful for Zeinab's commitment to encouraging cultural exchange, uplifting the Persian community, and promoting the beauty of our diversity, especially as communities continue to fight back against dangerous anti-immigrant rhetoric.
Thank you, Zeinab!
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Supporting our Frontline Workers
In support of our nurses and frontline workers, I called a hearing for transparency and accountability from the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) Medical Center regarding its proposed hospital mergers. The acquisition of St. Mary's Medical Center and Saint Francis Memorial Hospital has raised significant questions and concerns about the city's healthcare future, especially for vulnerable groups.
Members of the California Nurses Association rallied on the steps of San Francisco City Hall to share their concerns about UCSF's plans for critical services and patient access at St. Mary's Medical Center and Saint Francis Memorial Hospital. Considering UCSF's essential role in San Francisco's healthcare network, it's crucial for all employees, staff, patients, and the public to understand the implications of this merger.
During the hearing, UCSF representatives confirmed that the merger would not reduce the number of employees, staff, or patient services.
You can view their presentation HERE.
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2024 New Mission Terrace Improvement Association Board
I had the honor of swearing in some of my favorite constituents as new board members of the New Mission Terrace Improvement Association this week. It's been an amazing journey collaborating with this exceptional group for the past 8 years as their supervisor. Looking forward to what lies ahead with continuing our partnership and friendship.
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Celebrate Nowruz with Supervisor Safai, Mayor London Breed, and Persian Women in Tech
Join us for Eid Didani - Meet and Greet
Friday, March 22, 2024
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
San Francisco City Hall
1 Dr. Carlton B Goodlett Place
This event is free to the public.
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San Francisco Recreation and Parks Summer Camp registration open next week!
Looking for summer camps for your kids this summer? Check out the SF Rec and Parks Summer Day Camp program for fun, educational and unique camps for everyone.
- For individuals who receive a scholarship, registration will open on March 11th.
- For General Registration, registration will open on March 16th.
To View a PDF Camp Catalogue, click here.
To View Summer Camp offerings and pricing, click here.
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Lakeview Ashton Mini Park Clean Ups
The first of three OMI Clean Ups at Lakeview Ashton Mini Park is taking place this Saturday, March 23rd, 9:30am-12:00pm. To sign up to volunteer for this Saturday's Clean Up, Click Here.
To Sign up for future OMI Clean Up Events, click Here
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Challenge Grant Awarded to San Francisco Community School
Thanks to a generous Community Challenge Grant from the City, we have been awarded a grant to make and install a mosaic mural on the outside of our building at the corner of Excelsior and London Streets.
To fulfill the requirements of the grant, we need volunteers to assist with the assembly and installation of the mosaic.
We invite all members of our school community - students, siblings, parents, teachers, staff, and friends - to join us for a day of community building and mosaic construction!
Saturday, March 23, 2024 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
San Francisco Community School, 125 Excelsior Avenue
This promises to be a fun and rewarding experience for everyone involved. Mark your calendars and invite your friends and family to join us in making our school even more beautiful.
Sign up HERE
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The SF Parks Alliance Spring 2024 Application Cycle is now open!
The SF Parks Alliance supports over 80 Community Partner through the Community Partner Network, a program working to create more inclusive neighborhood space and committed to advancing environmental, social, and economic justice.
The deadline for applications is Sunday, March 31.
To fill out the application, click HERE
If you are interested in applying but need more time, please reach out to partners@sfparksalliance.org.
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Get Free Personal Tax Filing Help
San Franciscans who earn under $64,000 can get free tax filing help.
This may include individuals filing a Schedule C on their form 1040 for business income. There’s help to apply for tax credits that can add up to as much $9,600.
SF Human Services Agency’s nonprofit partners and other free tax preparation locations across San Francisco make it easy to file personal taxes safely and securely for free using online tools or in-person service options.
Get more details here, or call 2-1-1.
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UPDATE: Church Street Maintenance Work
Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24: Due to maintenance work performed by the SFMTA and PG&E on Church Street, the J Church line will be motorized from 5 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Riders who need J Church service between Balboa Park and Downtown will use K Ingleside, M Ocean View or S Shuttle trains and transfer to a J Church Bus at Church Station. Customer should look for “Muni Alert” signage at bus stops for information on alternate boarding locations, especially in the areas of Balboa Park, Clipper Street, 24th Street, 22nd Street, 20th Street, 18th Street and Duboce Avenue. Full length J Church Line trains will resume operations at 6:15 p.m. daily.
In addition, the F Market & Wharves Line historic street cars will operate only on The Embarcadero on Saturday & Sunday. The F Market & Wharves Line bus service will serve the F Line stops on Market Street and in the Castro
UPDATE: Speed Safety Cameras Coming to D11
AB 645, the speed camera bill is now law and SFMTA is meeting with community groups to seek your feedback on the locations of the cameras. If you are interested in finding out more about the Speed Safety Cameras, please contact the Speed Safety Camera Project team at speedcameras@sfmta.com.
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NEW Veterans Priority in San Francisco Housing Lottery!
As of January 2024, the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD) has added a veterans priority to the housing lottery program.
Veterans rank highest within a lottery preference category. To learn more about housing lottery preferences, please follow link below to the MOHCD website.
For More Information, Click HERE
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Sign up for your Police Station newsletter! D11 is fortunate to have two amazing Police Captains and officers watching out for our safety. If you have not yet signed up for the Ingleside Station newsletter or Taraval Station newsletter, you can click the links here to access their most recent newsletter.
Sign up to receive their monthly newsletter:
- Taraval Station Newsletter: Sign Up Here
- Ingleside Station Newsletter: Sign up Here
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