December 31, 2020
A Message From The Supervisor:
Happy (almost) New Year! It goes without saying that 2020 was a tough, unprecedented year. It was a time of significant change and sacrifice, but also a time to really reflect on what is important: family, community, our health and the special moments that make life worthwhile.
One thing we need to remember is that we are in this together. Our district is filled with strong, hardworking, passionate people who care about our community and each other. We don't just turn away when we see a neighbor in need. We show up and we get the job done.Â
I am grateful for the many individuals who have stepped up and called their neighbors, delivered groceries, held toy drives for the holidays, advocated for COVID-19 testing sites, provided emotional support and more for many who are struggling during this time.
Our office will continue to do everything that we can to help our District 11 community get through this time. Although our City Hall Office is closed to the public due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we are still here to serve you. If you have any difficulty during this time, please do not hesitate to reach out. 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 . Stay safe and healthy.
Sincerely,
Supervisor Ahsha SafaiÂ
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Join San Francisco Assessor Carmen Chu for an online #FamilyWealthForum to learn how Prop 19 may impact your family on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, 12:00 – 1:30 PM. Register today by visiting www.sfassessor.org/familywealthforum.
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COVID-19 Updates
January COVID-19 Testing in District 11Â
San Francisco is experiencing a surge of COVID-19 positive cases and the demand for testing has increased. The city is encouraging residents who have insurance to get tested through their medical provider, so as to take the strain off of our free testing sites. If you have health insurance, schedule a test with your doctor. If you have symptoms or known exposure, your healthcare provider is required by law to get you a test.
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Excelsior (Community Pop-up Site)
Mondays from 10am to 6pm
Crocker Amazon Park
799 Moscow (in the parking lot near Paris Street)
San Francisco, CA 94112
Walk-Through and Drive-through
Alemany Farmers Market (CityTest SF)
Open Friday, January 1 from 8:30am to 1:00pm
100 Alemany Boulevard
Walk-Through and Drive-through
Alemany takes a limited number of drop-ins. Make an Appointment for guaranteed testing. Click HERE to make an appointment at Alemany.Â
OMI (Community Pop Up Site)
Fridays from 9am-4pm
50 Broad Street
No Appointment Necessary
Walk-Through, Free Parking Provided
Bayview Pop Up Testing SiteÂ
Tuesday, January 5, 10 am to 3 pm
90 Kiska Road
No Appointment Necessary
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Housing and Eviction Prevention Resources
Our office has received many calls from constituents concerned about issues related to housing. Please click HERE for housing resources, eviction prevention programs, and other financial assistance related services offered to District 11 residents and all San Francisco residents.Â
If you are facing any difficulty, please reach out to my office at SafaiStaff@sfgov.org and we will connect you with a housing resources available to all residents.Â
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Transportation Updates & Resources
SFTMA Updates
The J Church Rail Services are back with a limited route! Click HERE to see the updated stops and schedule.
MUNI is for essential trips only. Masks or face coverings are required. Please be sure to practice social distancing. Visit sfmta.com/COVID19 for more information.
Text COVID19SF to 888-777 for official updates or visit sfdph.org
J train service between Balboa Park and Church/Duboce from 5AM to 10PM J transfers at Church & Market for service to and from downtown San Francisco.Â
Our District 11 office will continue to keep you updated on MUNI services as they may change in the near future. Click HERE for the latest update on MUNI routes.
Youth Transportation Advisory Board - Apply Today!
The SFMTA is forming a Youth Transportation Advisory Board (YTAB), we strongly encourage all interested youth to apply today ! The deadline is January 18th, and they will be selecting up to seventeen youth between ages 14 and 18 for paid positions on the board. SFMTA seeks to build an inclusive board that will represent the diverse needs of SF youth and their communities and are happy to answer any questions you may have about YTAB or the application process at ytab@sfmta.com.Â
You can find more information on their website. Please consider applying if you are eligible or forwarding to any youth you believe might be interested.Â
CalTrans
If you have any questions or requests for Caltrans, please visit the Caltrans’ Customer Service Request tool: https://csr.dot.ca.gov/
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Small Business ResourcesÂ
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Federal COVID-19 Emergency Relief Package Passed
Congress reached an agreement on a $900 billion relief package and a $1.4 trillion omnibus spending bill that funds the federal government through September 2021. Measures will include COVID-19 relief to small businesses, individuals, and families. The President has finally signed the bill into law as of a couple days ago. Small business measures include
- $284 billion added to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). The PPP will also be updated through expanded eligibility and forgiveness.
- $20 billion added to the Economic Injury Disaster Loans Program (EIDL)Â
- $15 billion for the Save Our Stages Grant ProgramÂ
This new grant program will support live entertainment venues and promoters, movie theaters, museums, performing arts organizations, and talent representatives. Applications are not yet available.
- $3.5 billion in debt relief and program enhancements for new and existing SBA-backed small business loans, including 7(a), 504, and Microloan programs.Â
Updates will be posted on the Office of Economic and Workforce Development’s (OEWD) resource page HERE as details are finalized.
CA Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant ProgramÂ
Small businesses form the economic heart of every community. This is why on November 30, 2020 the Governor announced  The California Small Business COVID-19 Relief Grant Program which would provide $500M to highly impacted small businesses, for profit and non-profit, in geographies and industries disproportionally impacted by COVID-19 health and safety restrictions as well in disadvantaged communities and underserved small business groups who have been unable to access relief.Â
Grants of up to $25,000 will be issued in two rounds of funding to eligible businesses and nonprofits with annual gross revenue of between $1,000 to $2.5M. Businesses with annual revenue between $1,000 - $100,000 will receive $5,000; businesses with annual revenue of $100,000 to $1M will receive $15,000; and businesses with annual revenue of $1M to $2.5M will receive $25,000.
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Applications for Round 1 opened on Wednesday, December 30th, 2020 at 8:00 AM and close on Friday, January 8th, 2021 at 11:59 PM. Round 2 will be announced in the near future.Â
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Important points to note:
- Grants will not be issued on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please take your time during the application period to ensure that your application is accurate and includes all the required documents.
- Eligible business applicants will be scored based on COVID-19 impact factors incorporated into the Program’s priority criteria; grants will be distributed based on scoring.
- One complete application will qualify you for both rounds so please only apply once;Â qualified applications that are not awarded a grant in the first round will be rolled over into the next funding round for consideration.
- This is California state funding, not federal funding.
- Approval notifications will begin on January 13, 2021.
For full details, FAQs and to apply, visit CAReliefGrant.com . For assistance to apply, you can contact one of the partner organizations serving San Francisco.
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Daily Informational Webinars
The Small Business Development Center will host webinars daily at 11:00 AM to educate businesses about program details and go over the application process, tips for applying, FAQs, and updates. If you’re interested in applying for this grant, please plan to attend one of these sessions.Â
Click HERE for the webinar link and schedule for different languages.
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Opportunities and Resources
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Below are active food pantries in the Excelsior and OMI neighborhoods:
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James Denman Middle School
Wednesdays from 9am-1pm
Address:Â 240 Seneca Avenue, San Francisco, 94112
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Minnie and Lovie Ward Rec Center
Saturdays from 9am-1pmÂ
Address:Â 650 Capitol Avenue, San Francisco, 94112
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Stonestown YMCA
Wednesdays from 12pm-4pmÂ
Address:Â 333 Eucalyptus Drive, San Francisco, 94132
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Cow Palace (CLOSED Friday, January 1)
Fridays from 9am-1pm
Address: 2600 Geneva Avenue San Francisco, 94014
Food Bank participants can inquire about the home-delivery service or apply directly by calling their Hotline: 628-272-8430.
Or, the agencies can refer participants to the program via the link below:
To be eligible for the Pantry at Home program, participants must be:
- 65 years or older, OR
- Have an underlying health condition that puts them at greater risk for complications from COVID-19, OR
- Have difficulty attending a food pantry due to a physical or cognitive disability.
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