Category: Balboa Reservoir Project

Balboa Reservoir Project: three ways to be involved

On By Sunnyside Neighborhood AssociationIn Balboa Reservoir Project, development, Housing, parking, Parks, Streets, Traffic, transportation, UncategorizedLeave a comment

From SF Planning Dept about the Balboa Reservoir Project housing development.

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This June, community members will have three chances to comment on the three finalists in the Balboa Reservoir request for proposals (RFP) process. All three opportunities will provide the same information. You can provide feedback in whichever venue is most convenient for you. For more information see the community portal at http://sfwater.org/balboa/community.

  1. June 10th: Presentation of Proposals 

On Saturday, June 10 at 10am, in the Archbishop Riordan High School Cafeteria (175 Phelan Ave), the three finalist development teams will present their proposals, followed by discussion and comments. The meeting will also have refreshments, interpretation in Spanish and Cantonese, closed captioning and children’s activities. Please arrive early so you have time to sign in and get the most out of these activities.

  1. June 15th: Viewing of Presentations at the CAC 

On Thursday, June 15th at 6pm, the Balboa Reservoir Community Advisory Committee (BRCAC) will view the video of the June 10th presentations, host a discussion, and provide opportunities for feedback on the developer proposals.

  1. Online: Recording of Presentations and Additional Materials

The June 10th video of the developer presentations will also be posted online, with the same opportunities for feedback as on June 10th or June 15th. All information will be posted on the Community Portal.     Continue reading “Balboa Reservoir Project: three ways to be involved” →

Editorial: Let the City Hear Your Voice about the Balboa Reservoir Project Review Process

On By Sunnyside Neighborhood AssociationIn Balboa Reservoir Project, development, Housing, Meetings, parking, SF Planning Dept, SFPUC, Streets, Traffic, UncategorizedLeave a comment

[Rita Evans is a longtime Sunnyside resident and SNA member, having previously held the position of secretary and editor of the Sunnyside News for many years. She is currently a member of the SNA Balboa Reservoir Project committee. This editorial will be published in the upcoming Sunnyside News. ]

Editorial / Let the City Hear Your Voice

The city’s decision to hold just a single meeting for developers’ presentations in June when many neighbors are unable to attend is very problematic. The Balboa Reservoir project will have significant long-term ramifications on several neighborhoods and decisions must include adequate public input.

Although the Balboa Reservoir Community Advisory Committee (BRCAC) pushed hard for holding two meetings in August, Mayor Ed Lee’s Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) has insisted on scheduling just one meeting and having it on Saturday, June 10, right in the heart of graduation and wedding seasons.

It’s hard to see this scheduling decision as anything other than a calculated move by OEWD to intentionally limit public input.      Continue reading “Editorial: Let the City Hear Your Voice about the Balboa Reservoir Project Review Process” →

Results of Balboa Reservoir Project residents’ survey: What are your concerns?

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During the April 24th quarterly meeting and the May 13th Balboa Reservoir Project special meeting, SNA surveyed attendees about their particular concerns about the new housing development. Although this survey indicates local concerns about the project, the most important thing residents can do to be heard and participate in the development process is to attend the public review on June 10, or the online follow-up. Details here.

Among the 56 respondents, the top concern was the effect that the project would have on traffic congestion. Parking issues came second, with open space/park space third.

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Top Concerns: 1. Traffic congestion 2. Parking issues and impacts 3. Open space/park space. Responses to question: “Please rank your top three concerns about the outcome of the development.”

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Sat May 13: Special community meeting on Balboa Reservoir Project

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Tomorrow, Saturday May 13, SNA is holding a special meeting to offer you information and a chance to ask questions about the Balboa Reservoir Project. The meeting is 10-11am at the Sunnyside Conservatory (236 Monterey Blvd near Baden).

Lisa Spinali, ex-SNA president and current chair of the Community Advisory Committee will be present, as well as representatives from SF Planning Dept to address your concerns.

Then, on Saturday June 10, plans crafted by the three developer finalists will be presented, and the public will have a chance to review and provide feedback. The comment process does not end there — there will be an online portal for feedback, as well as a place to submit written comments. Presentation will be held at 10am, Riordan High School, 175 Phelan Ave. More information here.

The project encompasses housing and public park space. There will be many impacts on the neighborhood, and community input has been a part of the process from the beginning in 2015. In this critical phase, all residents are welcome and encouraged to participate — it is not “too late” to have an impact!

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Site of Balboa Reservoir Project, currently used as parking for City College of SF. Image created using OpenStreetMap.

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First peek: Public viewing of proposals for Balboa Reservoir Project on June 10

On By Sunnyside Neighborhood AssociationIn Balboa Reservoir Project, development, Greening, Housing, parking, Streets, Traffic, UncategorizedLeave a comment

From SF Planning Dept, regarding the Balboa Reservoir Project.

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We are pleased to announce new details on how to participate in the developer selection process for the Balboa Reservoir. The information below can also be found on the Community Portal for the developer selection process at http://sfwater.org/balboa/community. There you will also find Frequently Asked Questions on this process and additional background resources.

Meeting #1: Presentation of Proposals

On Saturday, June 10 at 10am, in the Archbishop Riordan High School Cafeteria (175 Phelan Ave), the three finalist development teams will present their proposals, followed by discussion and comments. Refreshments and children’s activities will be made available at the meeting.      Continue reading “First peek: Public viewing of proposals for Balboa Reservoir Project on June 10” →