Mayor Lurie Celebrates Opening of New Community Resources Center in SoMa

Mayor Daniel Lurie inaugurated a new community resource center in San Francisco’s South of Market neighborhood, managed by United Playaz. The center enhances family literacy and adult re-entry programs, providing vital resources for vulnerable youth and individuals transitioning from incarceration. Lurie emphasized the importance of community collaboration, stating that such initiatives give hope to the city. The facility, located at 1044 Howard Street, includes 3,200 square feet for various programs and special events, including the SoMa Youth Collaborative Summer Program. Funding for the center came from city, state, and federal sources, ensuring it meets community needs.

The project included renovations and the construction of an outdoor rooftop basketball court, with strong support from local leaders. Assemblymember Matt Haney highlighted the center's significant impact on the downtown community, while Supervisor Matt Dorsey praised it as a lasting investment. This initiative builds on the mayor's commitment to support legal services and strengthen community organizations.