‘Fun in Fogust’ by Hazel O’Neil.
Cartoon: ‘Fun in Fogust’ by Hazel O’Neil
Announcements: August 2021
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Golden Gate Heights Park Re-opens After $2.8M Renovation
The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department held a community event on July 20 to celebrate the re-opening of Golden Gate Heights Park after a $2.8 million makeover.
Richmond ‘Buy Nothing’ Facebook Group Helps to Unite Community
“Buy Nothing, Give Freely, Share Creatively,” reads the mission of the Buy Nothing Project.
Historical Photo: Seventh Avenue Survivor
The Quonq Sing Laundry at 433 Seventh Ave. (now 465 Seventh Ave.) between Geary Boulevard and Anza Street is one of the earliest Chinese-owned businesses in the Richmond District. The structure was built in 1902 and was incorporated into the 1987 building currently on the same site.
Commentary: Quentin L. Kopp
John Adams observed: “Public business must always be done by somebody. It will be done by somebody or other: if wise men decline it, others will not; if honest man refuse it, others will not.” Someone else proclaimed: “Nothing intoxicates some people like a sip of authority.”
Real Estate: John M. Lee
With our single-family home market so hot, many people are purchasing condos or TIC’s (tenancy in common) as their first home. If you are thinking about buying one, carefully investigate the Homeowner Association, finances, management, and current or potential litigation before proceeding.
SFMTA Board Approves New Bicycle Lanes for Anza Street
Designated bicycle lanes are coming to Anza Street this summer after the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) Board of Directors voted unanimously to lay paint striping down for them from Masonic to 30th avenues.
Board OKs $14.3M Loan for 2550 Irving St. Project
With a unanimous vote the San Francisco Board of Supervisors recently approved a $14.3 million loan agreement to help replace the Police Credit Union building on Irving Street between 26th and 27th avenues …
A Boy and His Hero: Sunset District Author Honors 49ers Legend in New Book
Jacobs has also authored four books dedicated to the illustrious history of the 49ers and even has a plaque at the Pro Football Hall of Fame as the team’s number one fan.
Board Approves Mar’s Legislation Creating Chinese Cultural District
For months, community members, district supervisors and their aides, and other key stakeholders in the Sunset community have worked establish the Sunset Chinese Cultural District.
Police Blotter: Richmond District
Recent Police Activity in July, 2021.
Assembly: Phil Ting
You and I both see it throughout our city: far too many people are living on the street or in tents.
City Hall: Connie Chan
A year ago, in my “New Start” plan, I outlined a plan for COVID recovery and my commitment to working families, tenants, and small businesses. I’m happy that through this year’s budget, we are delivering on our promises and all of my colleagues are committed to making sure that our recovery does not leave anyone behind.
‘Looking Back’: Angler’s Lodge
Tokyo is hosting the Olympics, but did you know about the international sports competition venue hidden beyond the trees near Golden Gate Park’s Polo Field or Bison Paddock?
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