City and County of San Francisco
Recent News About City and County of San Francisco
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Department of Building Inspection Customer Communication
As part of our ongoing efforts to provide better customer service and speed up permit-processing, we are now prioritizing rechecks to keep projects moving towards completion.
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San Francisco Film Commission Highlights the Economic Impact of Film Productions in the City
Film SF today released its annual report showcasing the significant economic impact that film productions have on San Francisco’s economy, as the city recovers economically from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Mayor Breed Announces Budget Investments for Behavioral Health Efforts
On May 25 Mayor London N. Breed announced her proposed budget investments to address mental health and substance use issues.
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Mayor Breed and EPA Announce New Investments to Strengthen Stormwater Management and Climate Resilience in San Francisco
Mayor London N. Breed joined the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today to announce a $369 million Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) loan to the SFPUC, with future commitments from the EPA totaling up to $791 million.
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SF EMS Awardees Recognized for Excellence in Emergency Medical Services
As part of the annual and national Emergency Medical Service (EMS) week, San Francisco Department of Emergency Management (DEM), Emergency Medical Services Agency (EMSA) hosted the annual EMS Awards ceremony to honor San Francisco’s EMS professional and community members whose outstanding achievement and contribution exemplifies the professionalism and compassion to the San Francisco’s emergency medical services community.
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Mayor Breed's Roadmap to Downtown San Francisco's Future Three Month Progress Update
Mayor London N. Breed today provided a three-month update on the Roadmap to Downtown San Francisco’s Future, which is the City’s plan to transform Downtown into a stronger, resilient, economic and global destination.
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Director’s Report to the Mayor’s Disability Council (MDC) May 19, 2023
On May 22, Mayor London N. Breed and Supervisor Myrna Melgar announced proposed legislation that will make it easier to build new housing along commercial corridors in San Francisco.
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City Celebrates Grand Opening of Treasure Island's First 100% Affordable Housing Development
On MAy 18, Mayor London N. Breed joined City officials and community leaders to celebrate the grand opening of Maceo May Apartments, located at 55 Cravath Street on Treasure Island.
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Mayor Breed announces San Francisco's First Drag Laureate
Mayor London N. Breed joined Senator Scott Wiener, elected City leaders, community members, LGBTQ+ advocates and allies today to announce D’Arcy Drollinger as San Francisco’s Drag Laureate.
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San Francisco Joins KABOOM! in National Effort to End Playspace Inequity
On May 17, Mayor London N. Breed announced the City of San Francisco will partner with KABOOM! in the national nonprofit’s five-year plan toward achieving playspace equity in 25 priority places across the United States.
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Mayor London Breed Celebrates Grand Opening of Treasure Island's First 100% Affordable Housing Development
On May 18, Mayor London N. Breed joined City officials and community leaders to celebrate the grand opening of Maceo May Apartments, located at 55 Cravath Street on Treasure Island.
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Mayor Breed Joins Big City Mayors to Urge State Leaders for Commitment to Continue Funding to Address Homelessness Crisis
Mayor London N. Breed traveled to Sacramento today to join the California Big City Mayors coalition to call on State leaders for continued support to address the statewide homelessness crisis.
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Mayor Breed's Statement on the Opioid Settlement Secured by City Attorney
On May 17 Mayor London N. Breed released the following statement on the news that City Attorney David Chiu and his office have secured $230 million over the course of several years, to include $57 million in the first year, in funding as part of a negotiated settlement with Walgreens.
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Local Eviction Protections for Non-Payment of Rent During COVID-19 Extended Through August 29, 2023
Read below for some background on the local eviction moratorium for pandemic-impacted tenants and a summary of what changed:
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Mayor Breed and President Peskin Announce Investment to Support Powell Street Corridor
On May 16 Mayor London N. Breed and Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin announced a new proposal to refresh and reinvigorate Powell Street between the Cable Car turnaround and Union Square.
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San Francisco Launches New Ambassador Program in the Mission
Mayor London N. Breed and Supervisor Hillary Ronen today announced the deployment of 16 additional community ambassadors to the Mission as part of a broader strategy to promote public safety, improve cleanliness in the neighborhood, and help address challenges stemming from the continued unpermitted street vending on Mission Street and around BART plazas.
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San Francisco Launches Reusable Incentive Programs as Part of Small Business Week to Help Restaurants Reduce Waste and Save Money
On May 12, Mayor London N. Breed and the San Francisco Environment Department (SF Environment) announced the launch of a new program as part of Small Business Week that will support restaurants to transition away from single-use disposable foodware items to reusables, including cups, plates, and utensils.
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City Plan Would Bring More Music to Golden Gate Park
San Francisco Mayor London Breed today announced that the City is planning to bring more summer concerts to Golden Gate Park beginning next year.
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Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development Launches Citywide Initiative to Increase Affordable Connectivity Program Adoption
On May 11, the San Francisco Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development (MOHCD) joined representatives from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), the San Francisco Public Library, and community leaders to announce Connect San Francisco, a citywide initiative to raise awareness and increase enrollment in the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), a long-term federal benefit helping lower-income families afford high-speed internet.
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Yerba Buena Island/I-80 Southgate Rd. and Interchange Project Opens for Use
CalTrans YouTube video of new YBI eastbound off-ramp path of travel