April 27, 2023
A Message From The Supervisor:
Recently, I introduced a proposal to waive permit fees for curbside parklets (also known as shared spaces). Curbside parklets are crucial to small business recovery – not only does it provide the small businesses and restaurants with more space, but it also provides service industry workers extra opportunities to find work.
I believe eliminating the permit fees will allow new and existing businesses to establish the parklet, ensure they are compliant with regulations, and expand their business. We’re hearing from small businesses that put up their parklets quickly during the pandemic that it would cost them over $10,000 in one-time fees to keep their current space – which does not take into account the exorbitant costs to redesign and reconstruct the parklets for compliance. My goal is to help small businesses use the savings from permit fees to invest in hiring and retaining staff and expanding their business. We are working this proposal through the legislative process and would like to hear your feedback. Please email my office with your thoughts on this proposal.
We are available by email: safaistaff@sfgov.org or by phone 415-554-6976 (leave a message and we will call you back). You can also check for updates on my Twitter , Instagram, and Facebook.
Please note - if you miss my weekly newsletter, you may find it later on the Board of Supervisor’s website. Click HERE to read past newsletters.
Sincerely,
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Opportunities For All Application Enollment
The San Francisco Human Rights Commission enrollment period for Opportunities For All (OFA) Summer 2023 Internship Application!
Opportunities For All (OFA) Summer 2023 INTERN Application can be found HERE: https://www.opps4allsf.org/faq-apply-for-internship
The Opportunities For All (OFA) intern application is available to San Francisco youth and young adults, aged 13 - 24. You must be a San Francisco resident and/or student to qualify for an OFA Internship.
If you have specific questions about INTERN PLACEMENTS, please email: placements@opps4allsf.org
If you have any other questions, please feel free to email: opps4all@sfgov.org
Frequently Asked Questions can be found at: https://www.opps4allsf.org/faq-apply-for-internship
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The COR program is recruiting!
The Construction On Ramp (COR) Program is a FREE job readiness training program for youth and young adults ages 17-24. The program introduces participants to the construction industry and assists them with the application process to the CityBuild Academy. The CityBuild Academy trains participants in a variety of construction trades and prepares them for unionized jobs in the construction sector after their graduation! Each participant who completes the COR program will receive a $100 Visa gift card.
Click here for more information or to sign-up: https://www.brightlinedefense.org/construction-on-ramp.
For questions, please contact Cecilia Mejia at cecilia@brightlinedefense.org or Liana Lau at lianal@cycsf.org.
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April is National Financial Capability Month
The San Francisco Public Library is getting in on the action by offering free programs to support the public’s financial capability and future goals.
Starting on April 4, the Library in partnership with experts, provide presentations on a wide menu of topics, ranging from the basics on saving, financial planning and cash flow management, to investing, retirement planning, property tax and insurance sub-limits. There are also workshops on the psychology of spending and how to overcome procrastination. Most of the programs are virtual and can be accessed from the comfort of one’s own home or by accessing a computer for free at the Library.
In addition, the public can access financial literacy coaching weekdays through the Library’s partners at Smart Money Coaching and Advisers Give Back. Smart Money Coaching offers free, confidential, basic financial guidance for anyone living, working or receiving services in San Francisco regardless of citizenship status. Coaches are fluent in Spanish, Cantonese and Mandarin with additional translation services as requested. Coaching sessions are in-person or virtual.
Ongoing Opportunities for Personalized Help with Your Finances
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April is National Financial Capability Month
The San Francisco Public Library is getting in on the action by offering free programs to support the public’s financial capability and future goals.
Starting on April 4, the Library in partnership with experts, provide presentations on a wide menu of topics, ranging from the basics on saving, financial planning and cash flow management, to investing, retirement planning, property tax and insurance sub-limits. There are also workshops on the psychology of spending and how to overcome procrastination. Most of the programs are virtual and can be accessed from the comfort of one’s own home or by accessing a computer for free at the Library.
In addition, the public can access financial literacy coaching weekdays through the Library’s partners at Smart Money Coaching and Advisers Give Back. Smart Money Coaching offers free, confidential, basic financial guidance for anyone living, working or receiving services in San Francisco regardless of citizenship status. Coaches are fluent in Spanish, Cantonese and Mandarin with additional translation services as requested. Coaching sessions are in-person or virtual.
Ongoing Opportunities for Personalized Help with Your Finances
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16th Annual API Youth Summit: Educate to Advocate
Each year, young people from across CYC's Leadership Development programs showcase their learnings through workshops and project presentations for the community. This year's Youth Summit will include workshops on gender-based violence, LGBTQ+ issues, college prep, marketing, API identity, and much more. Participants will enjoy free performances, food, giveaway items, and raffle prizes. Register below!
What
16th Annual API Youth Summit: Educate to Advocate
When
Saturday, April 29th
9:30am - 2:30pm
Where
CCSF Chinatown / North Beach Campus
808 Kearny St
San Francisco, CA 94108
Registration Link
https://www.cycsf.org/program/api-youth-summit/
Please note that the registration form closes Sunday, April 23rd
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San Francisco Superior Court Seeks Applicants for the 2023-24 Civil Grand Jury
The San Francisco Superior Court is currently recruiting members for the 2023-2024 Civil Grand Jury.
The application deadline is May 12, 2023. The link to the application and more information are available on the Civil Grand Jury website, https://civilgrandjury.sfgov.org/. |
2023 Ocean Avenue Car Show
Buckle up and enjoy the ride, and rev up your engines and hit the gas, and push the pedal to the metal. The 2023 Ocean Avenue Car Show is approaching the San Francisco District 11 community fast and furious on Saturday, March 13th, 2023 in front of Beep's Burgers: A celebration of the world's finest cars.
All classic & exotic cars and motorcycles are invited to pull up, pop, lock and drop it!
Car registration link:
https://bit.ly/2023OceanAvenueCarShow |
Community hub in Excelsior District and continuation of tablet classes in Excelsior District
The Community Youth Center now has a permanent community hub within Excelsior District! The location of the new hub is 35 San Juan Avenue, right next to Excelsior Action Group (many thanks for temporarily sharing the office space for us as we are establishing the community hub!). Our community hubs offers a variety of services, including translation, referrals, community workshops, and more!
Speaking of workshops, our tablet classes, which we have been partnering with the San Francisco Public Library, will now be consolidated into our community hubs!
The flyers above are for the tablet classes; the classes will be instructed in Chinese for the first three Tuesday of each month, and the class on the 4th Tuesday of the month will be instructed in English.
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Recognizing Steve Adami’s contributions to our city’s housing and abstinence based addiction recovery efforts - we worked together to bring the Therapeutic Recovery and Prevention (TRP) Academy, a peer-led, abstinence based, therapeutic teaching community and transitional housing program. This was the first of its kind in the City and we were happy to see further expansions into programs like the Minna Project. Looking forward to your continued contributions to the community!
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| Happy to present a special commendation to the Latino Task Force and Excelsior Strong for all their work in the community for the past three years. |
| Pasta in the Alley with Excelsior Action Group, The Check in Wine Bar and neighbors! Special thank you to the Dark Horse Inn - Sean and Andrea - for the delicious pasta sauce. |
| Great time at Bike and Roll to School Day with Monroe Elementary School this morning! |
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