Supervisor Melgar 03242021 Newsletter

STATEMENT CONDEMNING HATE AGAINST AAPI

We are appalled, angered, and heartbroken by shootings in Georgia that targeted the Asian-American community and left 8 people dead, 6 of which were Asian-American women. Hate crimes and violence against the AAPI community have continued to escalate... But this is not an injustice happening elsewhere - here in the Bay Area we have seen a significant increase in incidents and crimes targeting the AAPI community, particularly elders and women, with more than 800 incidents in the last year according to Chinese for Affirmative Action.

We are calling for unity and action to condem and combat the xenophobic narrative against the AAPI community that the Trump administration fueled early in the pandemic.

FOR FULL STATEMENT FROM MYRNA MELGAR PRESS HERE

March Newsletter

Last week, we passed two important milestones: We passed the one year mark of the shelter in place order, and we passed the 100,000 vaccine doses administered in San Francisco. This week, we expect to move into the second least restrictive orange tier and we can see a hopeful light at the end of this long tunnel.

District 7 staff have been working with the Department of Children, Youth & Their Families and stakeholders on the SF Rise initiative put forward by Supervisor Hillary Ronen and myself. The initiative is a groundbreaking expansion of the community school model which will make a significant investment in the support of youth and families will need when our public schools reopen. I am continuing to work with my colleagues towards supporting a full reopening of our public schools 5 full days a week by this fall, and investing in one of the most important part of our recovery: our youth.

Sincerely,

Myrna

In the edition, you will find news on:

Community Hubs
Covid-19 Update
Miraloma Park
Free Summer School Programs
SF General Plan Participation
Youth Arts and Scholarship Opportunities
Senior News

On Feb 24th, Supervisor Melgar and staff toured four Community Hub sites in the district. The Community Hubs Initiative provides space and in-person assistance with distance learning to children and youth with high levels of need. The program is organized by the city’s Dept of Children, Youth and Their Families https://www.dcyf.org/care

COVID-19 UPDATES

Vaccine Updates - San Francisco is currently vaccinating: 1) frontline healthcare workers; 2) those 65 years and older; and 3) those with certain health conditions

Beginning March 15, vaccination will be made available to those with certain health conditions, disabilities, illness, living spaces, or work environments that put them at higher risk for serious COVID-19 illness. Read the full press release here.

Individuals with these conditions are strongly encouraged to seek vaccination with a primary health care provider or system, or in an alternate clinical setting. Additionally, you can find sites and make appointment at: https://myturn.ca.gov/ All three vaccine brands are safe and equally effective. You should choose whichever vaccine is available.

Visit sf.gov/covid-19-vaccine-san-francisco to See All Your Vaccine Options

Explore the latest SF Vaccine distribution statistics

Are you Homebound? Call the CICT Call Center: 628-652-2700 or write to CovidVax@SFDPH.org. The full process can take about two weeks before a nurse is able to come out to your home and they are currently doing around 10 shots a day.

MIRALOMA PARK UPGRADES

Recreation and Parks has installed new picnic tables at Miraloma Park playground and 3 new benches at the ball field. This was originally a Participatory Budget project from former district Supervisor Norman Yee.

SUMMER TOGETHER

We're proud to announce #SummerTogether free summer learning programs for San Francisco's public school students, as featured in the SF Chronicle. Enrollment begins in April. Sign up for updates about enrollment or volunteer opportunities (or both!) at https://summertogether.org/

FEEDBACK REQUEST: SF GENERAL PLAN

San Francisco Planning is updating the General Plan, and your input is essential for the future of the City! You are invited to a series of General Plan Virtual Events between March 15-26, 2021.

The General Plan creates a roadmap for the City’s growth and change over time. It consists of goals and policies that will help the City address topics such as racial and social equity, housing, transportation, climate resilience, and environmental justice.

We want to make sure that the updated General Plan benefits all San Franciscans. Please join us to learn about the role of the General Plan and the updates that are being made. This is an opportunity to share your ideas on how San Francisco can achieve an equitable, livable, and sustainable future for all.

Date: March 15-19 and 22-26, 2021
Location: Zoom, with livestream options available on San Francisco Planning’s YouTube & Facebook
RSVP: https://sfplanning.org/general-plan-virtual-events

Accessibility: For other language assistance or disability accommodations, please contact Candace Soohoo at candace.soohoo@sfgov.org or (628) 652-7536 at least 72 hours in advance.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Youth Voices for Vision Zero SF -

A District 7 Participatory Budget Project

Starting in the month of February, Muni buses and transit shelters will feature youth artwork illustrating Vision Zero traffic safety messages. The students are part of Youth Art Exchange (YAX), an arts-education non-profit based whose mission is to support San Francisco’s public high school students in becoming leaders, thinkers, and artists by sharing creative practices with professional artists.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY

SENIOR CORNER - NEWS FOR SENIORS

Are you a senior in need of grocery delivery? The Community Living Campaign is a great resource and they can help. You should also sign up for their monthly email newsletter by clicking HERE.

Sf Senior Beat is a three-year-old online magazine amplifying the voices of San Francisco seniors. Readers find our articles inspiring and uplifting. Follow them HERE:

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