This recall is not “just one issue.” It’s Joel’s active decision to elevate voices and interests of people who don’t live in D4 over people who do.
Letter to the Editor: Support Engardio Recall
Sunset Beacon
Year of the Snake: Lunar New Year Celebrated at the Outer Sunset Farmers Market
On Feb. 9, Sunset District residents and visitors welcomed Lunar New Year with a day of festivities at the Outer Sunset Farmers Market and Mercantile.
‘Then and Now’: Lincoln Way at 31st Avenue
Comparison photos of Lincoln Way at 31st Avenue 107 years apart.
United Irish Cultural Center to Celebrate 50 Years of Culture and Community
The United Irish Cultural Center in the Outer Sunset is celebrating 50 years this month with a jubilee mass. However, board president Liam Reidy said the real party will be a celebratory gala on Aug. 22.
City Hall: Joel Engardio
We have all heard about online scams and the need to be wary. But did you know that residents in the Sunset District and our western neighborhoods lost more than $7 million from scams last year?
From Thailand to the Sunset District, Ariyapakdee Twins Succeed by TRYing
Potted plants and a rack of colorful shirts welcome visitors to TRY Studio, a new Sunset District store crammed with vintage goods. Once inside, visitors are greeted with carefully selected clothing, jewelry and gift items as far as the eye can see.
Letter to the Editor: Engardio’s Silence is Deafening
It’s deeply concerning that our elected supervisor, Joel Engardio, has remained silent on a number of serious issues facing our community. From incidents of intimidation against petition signature gatherers to a recent shooting in our district, Engardio’s silence speaks volumes about his priorities as a leader.
Police Blotter: Sunset District
Recent police activity in the Sunset District.
Colorful New Mural on Taraval in Outer Sunset Honors ‘Beauty of Immigrants’
After moving to the Sunset seven months ago, Laurie Vázquez Scolari decided that the outside of her white and black house on Taraval Street and 45th Avenue, which neighbors refer to as the “See’s Candy house,” needed some extra color. Inspired by her mother’s immigration journey from Puebla, México, to California, Laurie decided to dedicate a mural to her mother as a tribute to her story, culture and strength while also making a larger statement about immigration laws.
Letter to the Editor: Reject Wasteful Recall of Engardio
Voters elected Joel to bring balance, accountability, and a results-driven approach to City Hall. He has delivered on that promise over and over again.
Letter to the Editor: Letter Short on Facts
The claims in the letter are a hodgepodge of conclusions without a shred of evidence.
Letter to the Editor: Recalling Engardio a Wasteful Exercise
Voters who are unhappy with his decisions will have the opportunity to express their belief at the ballot box in the regularly scheduled 2026 election. This seems to me the better way to go.
Commentary: Richie Greenberg
San Franciscans have been abuzz these last several months over the controversial permanent closure of a section of the west side’s Upper Great Highway. Enough so, that a recall effort has launched against District 4 Supervisor Joel Engardio for his role. But from the looks of it, average residents see little evidence a recall is being undertaken.
Press Release: Upper Great Highway to Close March 14
A historic oceanfront park is coming to San Francisco’s western edge, giving residents and visitors a place to walk, bike, relax, and connect with the coast like never before. The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department announced today that the park – the largest pedestrianization project in California history – will officially open on April 12.
Press Release: City Completes Key Westside Traffic and Street Upgrades
The City has completed key infrastructure upgrades to improve traffic flow on San Francisco’s west side, ensuring smoother access for residents, commuters, and visitors. These improvements lay the groundwork for the transformation of the Great Highway into an oceanfront park, creating a new recreational space while keeping the area navigable for all.
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