Letters to the editor of the Richmond ReView.
Letters to the Editor – Richmond ReView
Neighborhood Circle Creates Community for Sunset Seniors
The idea of community collaboration to help seniors age at home was conceived in 2002 in Boston’s Beacon Hill neighborhood. The Boston model became a prototype for the “senior village” movement, which has spread across the country.
Commentary – Paul Kozakiewicz
City officials have been playing a dangerous game of Russian Roulette with the safety and
security of tens of thousands of San Franciscan’s lives. They all agree that a catastrophic
earthquake is coming, but they hope it’s not on their watch.
Top of the Line!
Arnie Davis, the owner of Davis Foot Comfort Center (above), received a commendation from the city of San Francisco on Oct. 3 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of his custom shoe store in the Sunset District.
SFMTA to Vote on Taraval Parking, Transit Stops
Three light-rail train stops and 36 more parking spaces may be permanently removed from
Taraval Street, between 15th and 46th avenues, if the SF Municipal Transportation
Agency’s (SFMTA) board of directors approves a final plan for the L-Taraval streetcar line
at its Dec. 5 meeting.
Second Appeal Filed Against Irving Pot Club
The supervisors are considering two separate appeals filed against the Barbary Coast
Collective, a medical cannabis dispensary (MCD) proposed for the 2100 block of Irving Street.
New Captain in Control at Taraval
Yick took command of Taraval Station from Capt. Denise Flaherty, who was transferred
to an administrative position at the SF Police Academy.
Local Residents Congregate at Neighborfest Block Party
Residents who live on 32nd Avenue between Lawton and Moraga streets look
out for each other. They have a Neighborhood Watch Group, and on a recent
gorgeous day in the Sunset, they gathered for a “Neighborfest” block party.
West Sunset Playground Re-opens After Major Rehab
On a rainy Thursday, a week before Thanksgiving, the SF Recreation and Park
Department held a ceremony to celebrate the reopening of the West Sunset
Playground after a $13.6 million renovation.
Community Youth Center Expands Programs for Sunset District Youth
The CYC was established to provide youths with alternatives and access to legitimate
means of achieving their aspirations and independence as well as reaching their highest
potential as individuals with a positive self and cultural identity.
Police Blotter – Sunset District
Police activity in San Francisco’s Sunset District.
City Agencies Respond to Story About Fire Suppression
The recent wildfires that devastated parts of Northern California this fall have caused
communities across the state to question what resources they have available to quickly
put out large fires.
Real Estate – John M. Lee
Insights into the real estate markets in San Francisco’s Richmond and Sunset districts.
December Calendar of Events
Things to do in the San Francisco’s Sunset District. December, 2017.
Commentary – Nancy Wuerfel
The reservoirs need to be
intact or fully backed up, otherwise what good are the pipes without water?
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