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‘Photos of the Month’: May 2024
From a Reader: Profile of Mikhail Berdichevsky, DDS
On May 16, Richmond District resident Dr. Mikhail Berdichevsky, D.D.S., will be celebrated for 30 years of steadfast service to thousands of San Francisco Bay Area residents. San Francisco Mayor London Breed and Walnut Creek Mayor Nancy Tragarz have both issued mayoral commendations for Dr. Berdichevsky’s lifetime of service, perseverance and leadership.
Commentary: Jen Nossokoff
We need to shift our focus from reactive measures, such as increased policing, to proactive solutions that address the root causes of traffic violence. By redesigning our streets, we can create an environment where safety is built into the infrastructure, rather than relying solely on individual behavior.
Press Release: Richmond District Robbery, Traffic Collision, May 14
On May 14, at approximately 10:34 a.m., San Francisco Police officers from Richmond Station received a call of a robbery that occurred in the area of Balboa Street and 26th Avenue. During the robbery, the female victim was approached by two unknown males who forced her to the ground and stole her property.
Commentary: Richie Greenberg
It has been 10 years since the passage of the Safe Neighborhoods and Schools Act. How could voters not have been in favor of it back then? Well, we can now blame the deceptive ballot measure name in hindsight, as it has ultimately led to upheaval in California’s criminal justice system.
Press Release: Three Free Programs to Help SF Food Service Businesses With Reusable Dishes
The San Francisco Environment Department has three free programs to assist food service businesses. These programs help restaurants and cafes switch from using disposable dishes to reusable ones.
Letter to the Editor: Help Us Make a Film About Stuttering
The film is about Jay Jordan and the struggle with his stutter through incarceration, solitary confinement and homelessness. Confronting systemic barriers by finding strength in his stutter, Jay launches a groundbreaking youth mentorship program, using his journey to advocate for criminal justice reform that leads to his own redemption.
From a Reader: The (Not so) Subtle Takeover of Private Property by the City
Once you build an ADU, your SFR is now a two-family dwelling or “multiunit” property. All the ADUs are now legal units. Not only will your property be re-appraised at a significant increase in value with an increase in property tax, but the Rent Board will now resume operation of your new unit(s) as well as your old unit.
Letter to the Editor: Kopp’s Unfortunate Use of the Word ‘Illegal’
So it is sad yet predictable that a former judge, who has worked tirelessly for decades to limit citizen input (the latest being his campaign against district elections) would quote the far-right cult-controlled Epoch Times and employ contrived and questionable statistics to rail against immigration.
‘Cooking Together’: Beet Halwa
The term “halwa” originates from Arabic, meaning “sweet confection.” It can be made from grains, dried fruits, or vegetables, with varying textures. Beet halwa, rich in antioxidants and nutrients, offers health benefits. The recipe involves melting butter, cooking beets in milk, adding sugar and cardamom, and finally serving the halwa. It’s a delightful, nutritious dessert.
Just Sell The Home Already!
Did you know that your empty, or possibly forgotten / run down home in the Richmond District is worth MILLIONS of dollars? I’m not kidding. You see, I could sit here and […]
Real Estate: John M. Lee
As most of the readers of this column know by now, I tend to write on what I feel is the most relevant real estate topic at the moment. I get my ideas from the people I talk with every day. If certain questions come up often, then that becomes the column of the month!
Announcements: May 2024
Things to do on San Francisco’s west side in May 2024.
Richmond District Becomes Dumping Ground for Stolen Luggage
Although many people believe crime in San Francisco is over hyped, the City has earned its wild west reputation for car break-ins. Tourism, a major source of revenue for San Francisco, has suffered, slowing the City’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
‘Family Meal’: The Rise of One of the Richmond’s Best Burgers, Uncle Boy’s
Uncle Boy’s is a classic burger joint with San Francisco sports decor hung all over the walls. It was created by a man with no experience in the culinary world. He said that at the time of purchasing the location they reside in today, Espejo was “not a chef by any means,” and “never officially studied culinary or anything like that.”
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