March 29, 2024
A Message From Supervisor Ahsha SafaÃ:
As we embrace the start of the Spring season, I extend warm greetings to all residents of our vibrant city. It's a time of renewal, hope, and celebration, and what better way to commemorate than by joining in the exciting events happening throughout the city.
In District 11, you'll discover a host of amazing Easter events this weekend that promise fun for the whole family. It's a fantastic opportunity to connect with neighbors, create lasting memories, and bask in the beauty of the season.
So, whether you're a longtime resident or a visitor exploring our wonderful city, I encourage you participate in the Easter festivities in District 11. Let's come together to celebrate the joy of the season and spread warmth and happiness throughout our community.
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.Â
Sincerely,
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Protecting Our Firefighters
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It's shocking and heart-wrenching to know that cancer is the greatest threat our firefighters face while on the job. These brave individuals are our lifelines, always there when we need them, yet they're battling against harmful chemicals every day that threaten their health.Â
That's why I co-sponsored the first-in-the-nation legislation this week to ban cancer-causing carcinogenic PFAS chemicals in San Franciso firefighters' protective clothing. I joined the San Francisco Firefighters Local 798 union to rally outside city hall to encourage other supervisors to support the ban.
Firefighters are repeatedly exposed to numerous toxic substances related to everyday emergency responses. Recent studies have shown that all three layers of firefighter turnout gear contain Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), a class of fluorinated chemicals known as "forever chemicals" that have been linked to cancer and other serious health effects.Â
Since 2006, 300 active-duty and retired San Francisco Firefighters have lost their lives from cancer-related causes.
The ban would decisively protect the ones who protect us with new mandates to phase out cancer-causing turnout gear by June 30, 2026. This move underscores a moral obligation to safeguard the health and well-being of those who selflessly protect the community.Â
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ArtSpan Artist Reception
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Preserving Our Historic Neighborhoods
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The Board of Supervisors successfully overturned Mayor London Breed's veto, enacting legislation to preserve historic areas of San Francisco. This law will specifically regulate the height and scale of developments in the northeast waterfront and Jackson Square, areas within Board President Aaron Peskin's district.
Despite Mayor Breed's resistance and her control over key planning bodies, such as the Planning Commission, this legislation reflects the community's call for conscientious urban planning. I supported this housing legislation because our communities deserve thoughtful planning.
We can increase height and density but ensure that we are conscious of the neighborhood and surrounding environment in which they are being proposed. Building luxury housing without concern for middle-income and working families is not helping all San Franciscans. That's not solving the housing crisis. We need a mix of housing developments that everyone can afford.
The Board overriding Mayor Breed's veto is a testament to our commitment to revitalizing old structures while ensuring they remain accessible and affordable for all San Franciscans. This legislation is a step towards achieving that vision towards achieving that vision.Â
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San Francisco Community School
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The San Francisco Community School is constructing a mosaic tile mural for the school and community and this week I stopped by the help out. Thank you for inviting me to be part of this fantastic project and for your efforts to beautify and improve the learning environment at San Francisco Community School.
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Free Springtime Fun at Crocker Amazon Playground this Saturday!
The San Francisco Rec and Park Dept's annual springtime Spring Fling event returns to Crocker Amazon Playground, featuring carnival rides and games, egg hunts, a climbing wall, arts and crafts, live entertainment, and food for sale! Community partners, including the San Francisco Public Library and its Bookmobile, will also be on hand.
Saturday, March 30th from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Crocker Amazon Playgroun, 799 Moscow Street.
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This is a free event. Before you go, click HERE for a map of activities at the event or point your phone camera at the QR code for a map of activities. Â
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Pokémon Day is Back!Â
Come join us at the Ocean View Library or one of the participating libraries on Saturday, April 13th for fun filled Pokémon themed activities like book giveways, button making, coloring stations, prize wheels and Pokémon trading tables.Â
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Brotherhood-Head Mini Park Cleanup
It’s a Community Clean Up on the Brotherhood Greenway with We Are OMI, Friends of the OMI Mini Parks, Ocean View Library, RefuseRefuseSF, Shine On, SF Public Works, and TogetherSF! Â
To sign up to volunteer for this the April 13th Clean Up, click HERE.
To Sign up for future OMI Clean Up Events, click HERE.
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SF Climate Week
SF Climate Week is a series of events gathering diverse climate organizations, leaders, and the broad community working at the intersection of climate action and innovation.
To learn more about SF Climate Week, click HERE.
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The SF Parks Alliance Spring 2024 Application Cycle is now open!Â
The SF Parks Alliance supports over 80 community partners through the Community Partner Network, a program working to create more inclusive neighborhood spaces and committed to advancing environmental, social, and economic justice. Â
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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Hospitality and Small Business Hiring Fair - May 1, 2024
The SF Office of Economic and Workforce Development is hosting the 3rd Annual Hospitality and Small Business Hiring Fair at the San Francisco Ferry Building.Â
Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
For the Hiring Fair flyer in English, click HERE
For the Hiring Fair flyer in Chinese, click HERE
For the Hiring Fair flyer in Tagalog, click HERE
For the Hiring Fair flyer in Spanish, click HERE
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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. Â
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SFMTA Budget Feedback Opportunities in the Month of April
The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency will hold community meetings to discuss its two-year budget, including potential changes to fares, fees, fines and service.
As part of this process, we are seeking feedback about Muni’s current service network – all the service out on the streets since January 2024 – which includes previous modifications to the L-Taraval bus, the 28-19th Avenue bus and the Powell-Mason Cable Car that are already in effect. Given our financial constraints, no new service changes are being proposed as part of the budget. The current service plan will be included in our Board budget discussions and will be open for public comment. Details on the current service network can be found at the
Muni Routes & Stops webpage.  Â
Meeting Dates
The meetings will be held:Â
An additional meeting with the Board of Directors may be held April 23, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at City Hall Room 400 if needed.
For more information, meeting details and free language assistance, please visit the Budget project page (SFMTA.com/Budget), call 415.646.4470.
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NEW Veterans Priority in San Francisco Housing Lottery!Â
As of January 2024, the Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD)Â 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 HEREÂ Â
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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.
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