Last month, roughly 200 of our District 3 neighbors gathered at Broadway Studios to discuss rising homelessness in the community. Thank you to Cmdr. David Lazar, Capt. Paul Yep fro... Read More
As we prepare to head into 2018, I want to reflect on the past year. PUBLIC SAFETY, HOMELESSNESS Every day I hear from constituents about crime and public safety concerns. While vi... Read More
I’ve become that lady. The one who sits on her front steps, waiting for people to walk by, so I can charmingly plead … or beg … to pet their companion pups. Yes, I’ve becom... Read More
It’s almost over: 2017, the year that began with protest marches, witnessed wildfires and racist rallies, and a sexual harassment pandemic, is nearing the end. Break out the cham... Read More
I just can’t help it: I must pursue this line of reasoning: If the fowl royal of Thanksgiving — the ruler of the feasting table — is the turkey (which I always thought should... Read More
November puts us squarely one year out from the ballot-mageddon we can all anticipate in 2018. You are no doubt already being courted, whether by polls or marketing teases testing ... Read More
Protecting the public and keeping our families, children, and pets healthy and safe is a top priority. Whether it’s enhancing public safety, or implementing common-sense policies... Read More
ANGELA’S ASHES I read your Alioto story in the October issue [“Angela Alioto on the 25th anniversary of the smoking ban,” Reynolds Rap]. Angela certainly deserves great credi... Read More
Peter and I have lived in San Francisco for seven years now, and it’s time for a summation, a look back. You might say I have a seven–year “itch” to explain the shape of th... Read More
Last month, I attended a grassroots benefit for the survivors of the devastating earthquakes in Mexico City and Oaxaca. The community gathering with local D.J.s performing, colorfu... Read More
Our country’s reputation around the world has taken a severe hit with the election of Donald Trump. His actions, words, and demeanor during his short time in office have caused m... Read More
This past June, the city released its biennial homeless count report — which, while revealing an overall reduction of the citywide homeless population, also showed an increase of... Read More
In mid-August, San Francisco — and the Marina District in particular — was thrown into turmoil with National Park Service’s announcement that the Patriot Prayer group, an org... Read More
I simply cannot help it: Take certain people out to the ballgame, buy them some peanuts and Crackerjack, and they’re happy as can be. But take me out under the stars to see a gro... Read More
Budget season has drawn to a close, and the city has made a significant investment in our city streets with the Board of Supervisors approving an additional $90 million in road wor... Read More