Participatory Budgeting (PB) is a democratic process in which community members propose projects and collectively decide how to spend part of a public budget. It began in 2013 by then-Supervisor Norman Yee, and this year, Participatory Budgeting is back and improved! You can visit the official website to learn more details about the Submission Process.
The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association is collecting ideas from members and residents so we can
- Ensure SNA submits a proposal that reflects the desires from our community and also is unique from what other proposals submitted from within/for our neighborhood, and
- Help spread awareness for proposals submitted by other community organizations in Sunnyside.
For the ideas that already have a “sponsoring group”, SNA will make sure to avoid submitting a duplicative idea and help cross-promote for votes. For the ideas that still need a “sponsoring group”, SNA will evaluate and select one to sponsor by refining and submitting an application, marketing for votes, and supporting with implementation if awarded.
Since the official deadline is at March 20th, 11:59pm, we want to strike the right balance between collecting ideas and feedback from our community and preparing a complete application for submission. Therefore, we plan to follow the following timeline prior to the March 20th deadline:
- SNA will collect ideas using this Google form until 11:59pm on Wednesday March 11th
- The Board will review all submissions that still require a “sponsoring” organization and select a project as the SNA application to submit by Monday 16th. Once SNA has selected a project, we will notify the members via blog post within a day.
- SNA will work with the original submitter of the selected idea on the application to submit on March 20th
So please send us your ideas by fill out the form!!
As a reminder: Any neighborhood groups with more than 1 individual in District 7 can submit an application. There is no qualification criteria on group size or official standing with any tax or government agencies.
Dear Neighbors,This month we celebrate two significant events in San Francisco and it looks like the weather will be outstanding.Juneteenth events across the city commemorated the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. The federal government’s recognition of Juneteenth last year as a national holiday was long overdue. Celebrations kicked off early on June 11th in our District at the OMI/Lakeview Juneteenth block party at the newly renovated Unity Plaza. This event was the result of a city sponsorship to the Ocean Ave Association acquired last year.Secondly, no one can miss the LGBTQ+ Pride events and sculptures across our city. San Francisco which has long been known as a safe harbor for LGBTQ youth, adults and elders. I will be joining Supervisor Mandelman’s contingent in the main Pride Parade on June 26th and I couldn’t be more excited to celebrate the rights and prosperity of our LGBTQ community.On that theme, I have chosen Eddie Kaufman to honor at the Board of Supervisors full meeting on June 28th in honor of Pride month. Eddie is a resident of Sunnyside and the Executive Director of Mission Graduates has many educational programs to encourage and support low income latinx and immigrant children, youth and families to join the path to college. For 19 years, he has also taught curricula on gay studies at City College so that social workers can understand aspects of gay relationships.
The annual event with a large parade will cruise along Market Street. The festival is two days long and located around the Civic Center District and City Hall. The celebration will be on June 25th & 26th (11am-6pm) and the parade on June 26th (begins 10:30am).#LoveWillKeepUsTogether #SFPRIDE52
The Inner Sunset Flea Market is now in our District 7! This is an event with over 30 resident, artisan, nonprofit, and local business vendors as well as food, activities, and more (open on the second Sunday of every month).In lieu of virtual office hours, Supervisor Melgar and staff will be tabling at the 
The San Francisco County Transportation Authority is developing the Ocean Avenue Mobility Action Plan in partnership with District 7 Supervisor Myrna Melgar to prioritize projects to improve transportation along Ocean Avenue.
Since 1981, UCSF has steadfastly been at the forefront of patient care, research and community partnerships in the battle against HIV and AIDS.
Got Feedback? SF Public Works wants to hear your views on the next public trash can!In early July, San Francisco Public Works will place prototypes of our next generation public trash cans on the street for real-life testing. Community members will have the opportunity to evaluate the cans and give input into the final selection. During the 60-day test period, custom and off-the-shelf models will be placed in neighborhoods around the City. Each prototype will have a QR code affixed to its exterior. The QR code will connect people to an online survey. Also, Public Works will be promoting the web address for the survey through social media and other communications outlets. In addition, staff from Public Works, nonprofit organizations and Recology who maintain, clean and empty the cans will be polled for their input. Public Works then will review and assess this information and land on a final design for the new City can. 
Finding a caregiver is a major issue in the senior community. SeniorBeat has an informative article about the search for help. . 
PHOTO: Bianca Heredia, from Golden Gate Xpress interview below
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SENIOR CORNER:District 7 Phys Ed teacher, Scout leader, coach and professional basketball ref may be retired, but he’s still getting people out to exercise…
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