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Starting October 1, San Francisco will extend shelter stays for homeless families to 90 days with unlimited extensions, shifting from the previous policy of 30-day extensions. Mayor Daniel Lurie emphasized the importance of compassion in this new approach, which aims to facilitate access to permanent housing. The change follows significant pushback from families facing eviction notices.
San Francisco will allow homeless families to stay in shelters for 90 days with unlimited extensions starting Oct. 1. The new policy, which follows pushback from families facing eviction, aims to provide stability while families work toward permanent housing. Mayor Daniel Lurie emphasized the compassionate nature of the policy, which was influenced by collaborative negotiations.
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors approved terms for the sale of the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum to the Oakland Acquisition Company. The $125 million deal aims to revitalize East Oakland through community collaboration and includes provisions for affordable housing and local labor.
Christina Augello, 77, continues to champion experimental theater in San Francisco's Tenderloin despite significant challenges. The San Francisco Fringe Festival runs from August 8 to 25, featuring 45 performances on her sole remaining stage after downsizing due to dwindling audiences and financial struggles. Augello emphasizes the importance of supporting small performers, stating, “It’s the only tool I have to make things better.”
Taraval Station, San Francisco’s largest police district, faces staffing shortages with only 51 officers for a recommended 120. Despite a 38% decrease in reported crimes, residents complain about slow response times to high-priority calls. Officials propose shrinking the district or adding mini-stations, but immediate changes are unlikely.
Starting October 1, San Francisco will allow homeless families to stay in shelters for 90 days with unlimited extensions, a change from the previous policy of 30-day extensions. Mayor Daniel Lurie emphasized the importance of compassion and progress toward permanent housing for families in shelters. The policy follows protests and legislative efforts to address the needs of homeless families, many of whom are immigrants.
Starting October 1, San Francisco will extend shelter stays for homeless families to 90 days with unlimited extensions based on eligibility criteria. Families currently in shelters will receive a blanket 90-day extension to ease the transition. Mayor Daniel Lurie emphasized that the policy aims to provide compassionate support while facilitating access to permanent housing.
Starting October 1, San Francisco will extend shelter stays for homeless families to 90 days with unlimited extensions. The change follows pushback from families facing eviction, with Mayor Daniel Lurie emphasizing compassion and progress toward permanent housing.
Starting October 1, San Francisco will allow homeless families to stay in shelters for 90 days with unlimited extensions, shifting from a previous policy of 30-day extensions. This change follows community pushback and aims to provide stability for families working towards permanent housing. Mayor Daniel Lurie emphasized the policy's compassionate approach to addressing homelessness.
Starting October 1, San Francisco will allow homeless families to stay in shelters for 90 days with unlimited extensions, a change from the previous 30-day extension policy. Families currently in shelters will receive a blanket 90-day extension to bridge the gap until the new policy takes effect. Mayor Daniel Lurie stated this approach aims to provide compassionate support while promoting progress towards permanent housing.