A Fresh Voice for Our District: Investing in Community, Small Businesses and Safety
By Jen Nossokoff
As I announce my candidacy for District 1 supervisor, I bring a fresh perspective as a non-traditional candidate outside of the established political system. My vision as district supervisor revolves around three core principles: bringing people together, investing in local small businesses and keeping our neighborhood clean and safe.
With an unwavering dedication to grassroots engagement and innovative problem-solving, I am ready to empower our neighborhood and lead us towards a brighter future.
First and foremost, I am not a career politician. I haven’t spent my life navigating the intricate workings of the political system. Instead, I come to you as a passionate resident who genuinely cares about the well-being of our neighborhood. This fresh perspective allows me to see beyond political agendas and focus solely on the issues that matter most to our community.
If elected as your district supervisor, my top priority will be to foster a sense of community by creating opportunities for neighbors to interact, collaborate and build meaningful relationships. Our district is a mosaic of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences, and when we bring people together, we build a stronger and more resilient community. I have witnessed firsthand the power of unity and collaboration, and I understand the unique character and charm of our community. I believe that the true strength of a neighborhood lies in the connections and relationships among its residents.
Moreover, I am a staunch advocate for investing in our local small businesses. They are the backbone of our economy and a vital part of our neighborhood’s identity. As district supervisor, I will work extensively to create an environment that supports and promotes the growth of these small businesses. By providing an abundance of resources, building partnerships, and cutting bureaucratic red tape, we can empower local entrepreneurs and create an atmosphere where small businesses can flourish.
Another key aspect of my candidacy is my commitment to keeping our neighborhood clean and safe. A clean and safe neighborhood is not only aesthetically pleasing but also fundamental to our overall well-being. Every resident deserves to feel secure and take pride in their surroundings. By working closely with local organizations and engaging community volunteers, we can create initiatives that encourage responsible waste management, promote sustainable practices, and beautify our surroundings. Additionally, I will collaborate with law enforcement agencies to implement community-oriented policing strategies, ensuring that our neighborhood remains safe for all residents.
Running for district supervisor is not about me; it’s about all of us. I understand the frustrations and disillusionment that many feel toward local politics, and I am committed to building trust and faith in our local leadership. This election presents an opportunity for our district to choose a new path, one that is guided by the values and aspirations of the people. It is time for fresh energy, innovative thinking, and a non-traditional candidate who truly understands the pulse of our neighborhood. I am honored to have the opportunity to be your advocate and work toward a future where our neighborhood reaches its full potential.
Jen Nossokoff is a district supervisor candidate and passionate advocate for District 1, seeking to uplift the community’s voice and preserve the heart of our neighborhood. If you have a vision for the district or are currently facing a challenge with it, please connect with Jen at hello@jennossokoff.com.
Categories: Commentary
Richmond Review/Sunset Beacon 
I’m not a D1 voter, but anyone is better than Connie Chan! Against the majority of her constituents, Chan has stood with the Progressive Caucus Supervisors ( Preston, Ronen, Walton, & Peskin ) opposing the recalls of criminal apologist Chesa Boudin, and of the self absorbed school board. Grassroots sounds good to me!
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No offense, Jen, but for someone who says they’re not a politician, you sure sound like one! You need more specific details in your plan, not just warm and fuzzy flourishes.
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Hi Noonan!
Thank you for commenting and you are absolutely right that I need to share more specifics of my plans. My approach is to start high level and then drill down into the details, which will come. District Supervisor is an esteemed position and establishing a shared vision with the community is the first step to meaningful action.
As I am preparing to lay out my plans, I’m actively connecting with our neighbors and would love to hear more from you. If you’re open to sharing your top priorities for the district with me please email me at hello@jennossokoff.com or reply here!
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Hear! Hear! Sounds very vague, ambiguous, and nebulous! Aside from that she drags out all of the old bromides! I don’t care for Chan but it also seems that none of the candidates in the race are worthy of the job. Same as usual.
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Hi Dick!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. I agree that this introduction lacks specifics and with certainty will be getting into the details as the campaign moves forward.
One of the questions I’m asking our neighbors right now is this: How would you describe the perfect D1 Supervisor candidate?
Consider what would they do that would give you immense pride in their leadership.
I would love to hear your take on this, either here in the comments or by email at hello@jennossokoff.com.
Thanks!
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You are wrong about Connie Chan.
Connie has had our district’s back all the way. She negotiated compromises with the Great Hwy fiasco and got SFMTA to massively downsize their impact on the Geary Blvd project. She has inserted herself to deal with the various encampments that accrued during the pandemic and have since abated. She interceded in personal life tenant issues where a corporate landlord decided short term interests superseded tenants right. She has been a good spokesperson for fair impartial community interests and is not an ideologue.
Calling someone a “criminal apologist” is however something ideologues would say when disregard the confluence of SFPD short staffing, courts closing due to the pandemic, backlogs of court cases in the multiple thousands, and the closing down of one of three jails where said criminals get housed awaiting trial. The most vehement aggressive DA against criminals would have similar results. So what is the point of using that loaded inaccurate language.
Plain and simple, the recall of Chesa was as unnecessary as it was politically motivated. All you had to do was wait 9 months to vote him out if you felt otherwise. Instead we get a weak DA appointed by a feckless mayor who got more than $120,000 to join the recall campaign, AND has done a worse job than the prior DA. And has had various ethical issues of her own — as has been outlined by Mission Local. Or have you not been paying attention.
https://missionlocal.org/2023/07/dozens-leave-da-brooke-jenkins-one-year/
https://www.sfchronicle.com/sf/article/Report-Brooke-Jenkins-took-case-docs-to-use-in-17553931.php
Hindsight is 20/20 but I think it’s now fair to say that Connie Chan was correct in opposing the recall for the right reasons. All you had to do was wait 9 months to vote him out if you felt otherwise.
As for Mrs. Nossokoff — you use too many platitudes with very few specifics. All politicians say they aren’t political, wanting to do good for the community. It sounds nice to say “bringing people together, investing in local small businesses and keeping our neighborhood clean and safe” — but how are you proposing to achieve those goals.
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