Would you like a better NextMuni?

SFMTA would like your feedback as it redesigns the information system that helps customers use public transport. More info below. 

Give your input here: http://survey.sfmta.com/s3/NextGen 

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It takes a while to fill out survey, but this is a unique opportunity to influence the future of SF transit experience.     Continue reading “Would you like a better NextMuni?”

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

[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?

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

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”

Socketsite: “Questions about CCSF’s Performing Arts Center and Parking Emerge”

Article on Socketsite regarding the proposed Performing Arts Center for City College: “Questions about CCSF’s Performing Arts Center and Parking Emerge” http://www.socketsite.com/archives/2017/05/questions-about-ccsfs-performing-arts-center-and-parking-emerge.html

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Rendering of proposed Performing Arts Center at CCSF. From: http://www.socketsite.com/archives/2017/05/questions-about-ccsfs-performing-arts-center-and-parking-emerge.html
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Site for proposed Performing Arts Center at CCSF. From: http://www.socketsite.com/archives/2017/05/questions-about-ccsfs-performing-arts-center-and-parking-emerge.html