San Francisco Unified School District Community Meetings

The San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) is navigating a budget deficit and exploring ways in which they can continue to provide our youth with the education they deserve while closing the funding gap. We have heard from many parents at our Richmond schools who are concerned about what they have heard from the District, their children's schools, and from fellow parents.

To help clarify and hear directly from the District I have asked Superintendent Maria Su to hold a meeting with Richmond families to answer questions and give an update on the current status of their plan. This meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 17th at 7pm at Presidio Middle School. We have asked for an option to attend virtually as well and will share the link as soon as we have it. You can also watch the previously held virtual townhall here. 

To prepare for this meeting, I am sending out a survey to help us collect your thoughts and questions to provide Superintendent Su a chance to respond directly to you. Please click here to access the survey.

Supervisor Chan at recent Lafayette and Argonne Elementary School PTA Meetings 

Community Updates

Richmond Review 

This month my column in the Richmond Review focuses on a number of City projects that are affecting the Richmond, including the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission water and sewer pipe upgrade, public transit, the current status of the upzoning plan for the city, and the closure of the Great Highway. I want to be sure you are aware of what is happening, why it is happening and how you can be involved. Click here to read my full column and learn more about these projects. 

D1 Office Hours

Join me and the D1 Team this Friday, April 11th from 10am - 12noon for our monthly office hours. Every 2nd Friday we will be at the Community Youth Center (CYC), 952 Clement Street, to hold community office hours. If you have something you'd like to talk with me or our team about, please come by and see us! You can also always email us at ChanStaff@sfgov.org or call us at (415) 554-7410.  

Love Our City: Neighborhood Beautification Day

Thank you to the amazing volunteers and the San Francisco Public Works staff who came out for the D1 Neighborhood Beautification Day. Alamo Elementary looks better than ever!! 

Balboa Green Garden Florist

Our favorite florist on outer Balboa has new owners! Last month we honored Mr. and Mrs. Kim, upon their much deserved retirement! The Kims ran the flower shop for the past 45 years, serving the community with beautiful flowers and arrangements. The new owners promise to continue this work. I hope you will join me in continuing to patronize this awesome Richmond small business, and in wishing the Kims much happiness in their retirement! 

Community Events

Heron Watch

It's Spring nesting season for the Herons at Blue Heron Lake (formerly Stow Lake) and there are 5 active heron nests with chicks across from the Boathouse! Join San Francisco Nature Education for a Saturday in April or May to view the herons, see below for more details. 

NAMIWalks

Mental health challenges affects 1 in 5 people, yet 5 in 5 can make a difference. Join NAMI on Saturday, May 17th for their NAMIWalks SF. It is more than just a walk—it’s a movement to raise awareness, end stigma, and fund critical free mental health programs in our community. See below for more details. 

 

San Francisco Civil Grand Jury

The San Francisco Superior Court is recruiting volunteers who desire to play a role in improving their community as a Civil Grand Juror. In this role you will help to identify issues with city government that could be a catalyst for reforms and improvements in San Francisco City affairs. This is an interesting and unique opportunity to actively make a difference in our diverse city. Applications are due May 2, click here to apply. 

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