Archive for June, 2008

Supervisors, Mayor’s office, advocates debate whether the City is hiring too many managers. Ahhhhh, budget season.

Some intrepid San Franciscans are gathering signatures to "honor" President Bush in a unique fashion. They’re well on their way to qualifying for the ballot…

Mayor Newsom leads an effort at the U. S. Conference of Mayors to phase out bottled water in many cities.

The Chronicle reports on the buzz around the guest list for LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa’s re-election bid fundraiser in San Francisco tonight.

An editorial in this week’s SFBG looks at the effort of many parents across the city to raise funds for their local public schools, and how these good intentions can sometimes only heighten the disparity between the “haves” and “have nots.” Meanwhile, speaking of funding, a new contract for SF’s teachers hinges on two tax measures that will go before voters in November.

The Chron discusses a Supervisor’s plan to cancel two upcoming Police Academy classes, as Newsom’s office and the Police Officers Association weigh in.

A new plan for Fourth Street would line the thoroughfare with new high-rises from downtown to Mission Bay.

Members of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) gather to discuss the roles of gays and lesbians in the church.

The development of two new parks in the city help to make the neighborhoods around them come alive.

After the challenge to keep it off the ballot was denied, Californians will vote on a same-sex marriage ban in November.

Our peripatetic mayor’s travel schedule is examined.

MUNI mangement and transit union representatives head back to the negotiating table to hash out a contract.

This free, two day event focusing on community building and sustainability kicks off today near the Children’s Playground in Golden Gate Park.

City officials express frustration with San Francisco’s low homicide clearance rate, which currently stands at 38 percent.

This may be the last day riders receive a free ride on a Spare the Air day.

The Weekly reports on staffing changes at the City’s 311 Customer Service Center.

The Chronicle continues its discussion of the changes proposed for the farmers market at U.N. Plaza.

In today’s Examiner, Steve Falk pens a piece in support of Mayor Ed Lee’s tax plan.

San Francisco Mayors of past and present expressed mixed emotions about the 49ers this week, as they were both very excited for the upcoming Super Bowl and super sad about the move to Santa Clara. Sentiments I couldn’t agree more with.

The Chron weighs in on an idea that never quite leaves our public consciousness - the SFPD hiring a bunch of civilian investigators to free up armed officers to hit the streets.  It’s in Gascon’s budget - will it come to pass?

Restrictions on smoking in San Francisco continue to creep into new territory with a ban on lighting up at outdoor public events and a requirement for landlords to report in on the number of smoking units in their buildings.

Amidst federal budget cuts, the historic Presidio Fire Department may have to rely on a mutual aid agreement with the City to ensure proper support in the case of future fires.