September 14, 2023
A Message From The Supervisor:
Tomorrow, Friday, September 15, we will celebrate "GRITO DE INDEPENDENCIA DE MÉXICO" in Civic Center Plaza from 3:00-8:00PM. For background, the beginning of the independence movement began in the early hours of September 16th 1810, when the priest Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla called the town of Dolores to rise against the Spanish Crown by summoning them all through the ringing of the church bells of his parish and eloquently crying out loud the reasons to fight for independence. This event is known as “El Grito”. All over the globe, Mexican consulates and embassies hold their own ceremony. It should be noted that they are the only officials of the Mexican federal government authorized to preside over this official civic ceremony. Join the Consul General of Mexico in San Francisco, Remedios Gómez Arnau, the Mexican Patriotic Committee, the City of San Francisco for this historic and unique celebration!
Next, I'd like to highlight that affordable apartments are now available for application at 4840 Mission Street. The new development has been years in the making and I am so happy to see if nearly finished. Please click HERE to learn more about the requirements to apply and find more information. Applications are due by September 28, 2023.
In addition, I am excited to have been instrumental to the success of the Student Success Fund ballot measure that secures significant additional resources for the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) to focus on achieving grade-level success in core academic subjects and enhancing the social-emotional well-being of all SFUSD students. Integral to this work is the Student Success Fund Advisory Council (SSFAC), which is NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for ‘passionate individuals to actively contribute to the formation, growth, and development of the Student Success Fund. Please scroll to the additional resources section of the newsletter to learn more or click HERE.
Lastly, I want to remind everyone to come out to Jerry Garcia Amphitheatre in McLaren Park this Saturday, September 16 from 2:00-6:00PM for Due South ! Due South is a free concert series made possible by the City and County of San Francisco, my office and SF Parks Alliance. We'll have amazing acts this weekend featuring Y La Bamba, Marinero, and Loco Bloco. Hope to see you there!
My office is 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 Instagram, Twitter 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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I was honored to attend the graduation of the 13th and 14th recruit class of SF Park Rangers - I’ve been pushing for more presence at our parks and fought for expansion of Rangers in the last few City Budget cycles. I am happy to see a class of Park Rangers graduate!
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| It was a beautiful Sunday in Mission Terrace for the ‘Slowyuga’ Neighborfest! We look forward to many more community-filled days. |
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New Guidance on COVID-19 Vaccine
The San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) announced that all San Franciscans 6 months and older are urged to receive a new COVID-19 vaccine, aligning with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved and authorized the updated COVID-19 vaccines by Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna.
The new vaccines are expected to begin arriving as early as this week.
More Info: HERE
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The Student Success Fund provides vital additional resources for the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD), with a dual focus: achieving grade-level success in core academic subjects, and enhancing the social and emotional well-being of all SFUSD students. The Fund - which was approved by San Francisco voters in November 2022 and is administered by DCYF - creates the opportunity for schools to have sustained, robust, and targeted funding to address longstanding systemic and societal inequities in public education.
The Student Success Fund Advisory Council (SSFAC) is a unique opportunity for passionate individuals to actively contribute to the formation, growth, and development of the Student Success Fund. The SSFAC will serve as a platform for fostering collaboration, sharing diverse perspectives, and providing valuable insights to shape the future of this initiative.
In order to ensure that key stakeholders' perspectives are represented, the SSFAC’s composition will include five appointed seats, and eight at large seats that will be filled through an application process.
Appointed Seats:
- Two (2) Youth representatives appointed by youth currently serving on the San Francisco Youth Commission and the SFUSD Student Advisory Council
- One (1) Principal representative appointed by the United Administrators of San Francisco (UASF)
- One (1) Educator representative appointed by the United Educators of San Francisco (UESF)
- One (1) Community School Coordinator representative appointed by SEIU-Local 1021
At Large Seats Filled through Application Process. This week, the Student Success Fund Executive Committee adjusted the allocation of At Large seats: two At Large Family Representative Seats have been added:
- Four (4) Family Representatives: Open to any family member of a current SFUSD student.
- One (1) Beacon Director: Open to any current Beacon Director in SF.
- One (1) Community Partner Representative: Open to any Community Based Organization (CBO) partner with relevant expertise and experience.
- One (1) School Site Service Provider Representative: Open to a CBO Partner providing school-based programs or services on-site.
- One (1) Subject Matter Expert representative (SME): Open to any consultant, technical assistance provider, researcher and/or practitioner with expertise in Community Schools Implementation.
All At Large Seat applications will be reviewed, and selection for these inaugural one-year term seats will be announced in November 2023.
Applications for all SSFAC At Large Seats
are due by Saturday, September 30, at 5pm. Please visit the Student Success Fund page on the DCYF website to access the SSFAC application, and a guidance document for applicants. Click HERE to learn more.
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Request for Proposals (RFP)
The San Francisco Department of Children, Youth, and Their Families (DCYF) announces the release of its upcoming 2024-2029 Request for Proposals (RFP). This RFP will award more than $650 million to community-based organizations (CBOs) that work with children, youth, transitional age youth/young adults (TAY/A) and families over the next five years.
DCYF’s last five-year RFP, which ran from 2018 to 2023 funded a total of $380 million over five years to 299 programs across 152 agencies. This RFP, which will provide funding for community-based organizations from 2024 to 2029, is now open for organizations to apply.
Please follow the following link for more information on RFPs:
https://www.dcyf.org/rfp |
Home Match
Home Match is a no fee, city funded home sharing program that supports people with a room to rent in their home through the process of connecting and living with people seeking housing. We make life easy!
The Home Match process includes: managing craigslist posts; vetting participants with background checks, income verification and in-depth interviews; introducing viable and compatible home seekers; facilitating lease agreements including agreements about shared use of space and providing ongoing support throughout the match.
We know you’re busy, and Home Match is here to simplify the home sharing process. If you’d like to learn more you can reach us by phone at 415-351-1000 or by email at HomeMatchSF@FrontPorch.net Please visit www.frontporch.net/homematch for more information on our services.
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Repayment and Relief Programs for Student Borrowers
Feeling frustrated and looking for one-on-one support? Connect with the financial counselors at OFE's Smart Money Coaching completely free of charge and available to anyone who lives, works, or receives services in San Francisco. They can guide you on your unique situation with strategies to tackle your debt, boost your credit, and reach your financial goals. Call 877-256-0073 or visit HERE. |
Enjoy this free concert in tribute to the great Milton Nascimento!
Click: HERE |
2024-25 SFUSD Pre-Kindergarten-12th Grade Enrollment Fair
SAVE THE DATE! Join us for the 2024-25 SFUSD PreKindergarten-12th grade Enrollment Fair on Saturday, October 21, 2023 from 10am to 2pm at John O’ Connell High School! Meet principals, teachers, and current parents from all of our schools! Learn about school programs, how to apply, and more! To subscribe to get updates about the Fair, visit sfusd.edu/fair .
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Volunteers will meet at Alemany Blvd and Seneca Ave. Then, cleaning will occur from 10am to 12pm.
Registration Info: HERE |
| Learn More about these events: HERE |
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